2025 was so hot it pushed Earth past critical climate change mark
2025 was the third hottest year on record and pushed Earth past a critical climate change mark, scientists say.
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2025 was the third hottest year on record and pushed Earth past a critical climate change mark, scientists say.
Gov. Josh Shapiro signed a $50 billion spending package to end a four-month budget stalemate that has held up billions for public schools and social services.
Leaf-peeping season has arrived in the Northeast and beyond, but weeks of drought have dulled this year's autumn colors and sent leaves fluttering to the ground earlier than usual.
Crucial for marine life and the global economy, coral reefs are the planet's first major environmental system to cross a climate "tipping point" as the world warms.
Hospitals across the U.S. are at risk of significant flooding, and climate experts warn that the Trump administration's cuts leave the nation less prepared.
34 million people live in one of these major U.S. cities that's sinking, new research shows. See if your area is on the list — and how quickly the land is moving.
Out of the many consequences of a warming climate, one major concern is the increasing frequency of high intensity rain events.
As climate change worsens pollen seasons, these U.S. cities top the list for 2025, according to a new report from the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America.
Environmental Protection Agency to review a key 2009 finding by the agency that greenhouse gases pose a risk to Americans.
Some 880 employees of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration were laid off on Thursday, a congressional source told CBS News.
Nonprofit groups are working to distribute essential supplies to those impacted by the fires across the Los Angeles area.
Researchers say human-caused climate change dealt people an average of nearly six weeks of extra extreme heat in 2024, while also fueling more destructive storms.
World coal use is set to reach an all-time high in 2024, the International Energy Agency says, in a year all but certain to be the hottest in recorded history.
Scientists now have a clearer picture of Camp Century, an abandoned U.S. military base long hidden under the ice in Greenland, thanks to a NASA research team's good luck.
Oil and natural gas companies will have to pay a federal fee if they emit methane above certain levels under a rule being finalized by the Biden administration that incoming Trump officials are likely to reverse.
We've seen some warmer Halloweens in the last couple of years, so is this something we can expect to continue moving forward?
Why is there a disconnect between constituent views on climate change and the actions of their representatives?
Why is there a disconnect between constituent views on climate change and the actions of their representatives? KDKA political editor Jon Delano explores the reported feelings and actions in Pennsylvania's 14th and 16th congressional districts.
Scientists from the International Thwaites Glacier Collaboration warn of a "grim outlook" for the Thwaites Glacier, also known as the "Doomsday Glacier."
Heavy rains caused severe flooding in Central Europe, affecting countries including Austria, the Czech Republic, Poland and Romania.
The legacy toy company is increasing the certified renewable or recycled materials that go into its bricks in an effort to reduce its reliance on fossil fuels.
While five states have laws in place protecting workers from excessive heat, for decades there have been no federal protections.
Earth sizzled to its hottest day ever measured by humans Monday, beating a record set the day before, the European climate service Copernicus says.
Six people protesting climate change stormed the 18th green at the Travelers Championship on Sunday, delaying the finish for about five minutes.
This Wednesday on World Environment Day, the Ecolution Fashion Gala will be held for the 9th year. It celebrates fashion, as well as sustainability, art, music and dance all within one show-stopping event. Daisy was at the Carnegie Museum Music Hall with the new curator for the event.
Officers from the Lower Burrell Police Department were dispatched to the area of Rodgers Drive around 6:30 p.m.
Crews are searching for a missing Washington County man along the Monongahela River, using high-tech equipment to assist them.
Thirty Department of Public Works trucks hit Pittsburgh streets on Saturday for a "pothole blitz."
The jury reached its verdict after about two hours of deliberations.
Despite the snow, sub-zero temperatures, and a long workday, one young mail carrier went above and beyond to get a wallet back to its owner.
Officers from the Lower Burrell Police Department were dispatched to the area of Rodgers Drive around 6:30 p.m.
Crews are searching for a missing Washington County man along the Monongahela River, using high-tech equipment to assist them.
Thirty Department of Public Works trucks hit Pittsburgh streets on Saturday for a "pothole blitz."
The jury reached its verdict after about two hours of deliberations.
Despite the snow, sub-zero temperatures, and a long workday, one young mail carrier went above and beyond to get a wallet back to its owner.
It's the second time in as many weeks that government funding has lapsed as Democrats and the White House remain at an impasse over immigration enforcement policies.
President Trump pardoned five former NFL players - one posthumously - for crimes ranging from perjury to drug trafficking.
Pennsylvania schools are required to teach cursive handwriting under a new law.
A federal grand jury refused to indict six Democrats who drew President Trump's ire by taping a video telling members of the military that they must reject "illegal orders," three sources told CBS News.
Ghislaine Maxwell's lawyer said she would be willing to cooperate with a House panel's probe if President Trump grants her clemency, and would testify that he is "innocent of any wrongdoing."
When debt collection companies start calling, most people don't know what to do.
Move over, Wawa, "there's a new player in town." Customers shed light on Pennsylvania's heated rivalry as Sheetz opened its first store in Montgomery County.
The rush for roses is on with Valentine's Day this weekend, and making sure you're getting the best deal is crucial.
More than 30 states have already enacted similar legislation.
The first electric and gas bills of the year can come with sticker shock, and this year, it might be worse than usual.
There is no better way to wrap up PTL's takeover of the Pittsburgh International Auto Show than with the full team.
Is it better to lease or buy a new car?
Boaz takes the Ford Motor Company simulator for a spin.
The Ford ASSET program helps educate local students.
Ford does so much work in the community to make Pittsburgh a better place to live!
The Pennsylvania State Police's fire marshal unit in Greensburg is offering a reward for information that leads to an arrest in connection with a suspicious fire in August.
When debt collection companies start calling, most people don't know what to do.
It's been three months since the Woodland Hills School District put its superintendent on administrative leave.
Residents of Millvale are trying to get back to normal after last weekend's major snowstorm.
Tracing the past of Shane Hennen and how his troubled life in Pittsburgh pointed to his future downfall.
With a measles outbreak in Pennsylvania, local health experts want to send a message to families.
Cracking down on the price of prescription drugs is a hefty task.
The advisory, issued on Saturday, affected thousands of customers in Allegheny and Washington counties.
Pennsylvania American Water said that a first round of testing came back negative and an update can be expected late Monday morning.
Doctors said the drugs can help people lose unwanted pounds while retaining muscle.
After graduating 10 seniors last year, no one expected the Panthers to be near the top, but they find themselves on the precipice of history.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Known as "The Baron of the Bullpen," Elroy Face is often credited with being the man who pioneered the modern relief pitcher.
Pitt has struggled this year with a 2-10 record in the Atlantic Coast Conference.
Sidney Crosby, Erik Karlsson, and Rickard Rakell all recorded points as their teams opened the competition with victories.
Move over, Wawa, "there's a new player in town." Customers shed light on Pennsylvania's heated rivalry as Sheetz opened its first store in Montgomery County.
More than 140 employees at Nemacolin were informed they were being let go.
It's been about six years since the pandemic, and a lot of people working from home, but now companies are slowly calling them back to the office.
Pittsburgh Mayor Corey O'Connor on Tuesday announced a new initiative aimed at revitalizing neighborhood business districts across the city.
A handful of Pittsburgh-area Value City Furniture stores are going out of business after their parent company filed for bankruptcy.
More extras are needed for "Mayor of Kingstown" when the show films its fifth and final season in Pittsburgh.
"Dawson's Creek" and "Varsity Blues" star James Van Der Beek has died at 48 years old.
The Pennsylvania Film Office has awarded $34 million for production on Season 3 of "Tires" and the fifth and final season of "Mayor of Kingstown."
Filming in Pittsburgh for the fifth and final season of "Mayor of Kingstown" is set to begin on March 9.
Catherine O'Hara, known for her roles in "Home Alone," "Schitt's Creek" and "Beetlejuice," died on Jan. 30 at the age of 71.
Crews are searching for a missing Washington County man along the Monongahela River, using high-tech equipment to assist them. KDKA-TV's Ricky Sayer reports.
SWAT personnel shot and struck an individual in Lower Burrell, Westmoreland County, on Saturday night after the suspect fired shots at responding authorities during a standoff.
Thirty Department of Public Works trucks hit Pittsburgh streets on Saturday for a "pothole blitz."
Stay on top of local weather with meteorologist Trey Fulbright's forecast!
A jury has found a woman and her accomplice guilty of first-degree murder for conspiring to kill the woman's mother.
Mike Tomlin stepped down as head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers after 19 seasons with the team.
Pitt's regular season has ended with an 8-4 record.
Pitt's five-game winning streak came to an end with a 37-15 loss to Notre Dame.
Mason Heintschel set a new Pitt freshman single-game passing record in the Pitt win at Acrisure Stadium.
The 44th annual KDKA-TV Turkey Fund will help our neighbors in need have a nice meal for Thanksgiving.
