Fall foliage colors muted in several regions due to drought
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.
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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.
It's certainly been some time since the Pittsburgh area has seen a washout like Monday.
As of Wednesday, the Pittsburgh area is in its 11th dry day in a row.
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.
Drought conditions are showing substantial signs of improvement across much of the Ohio Valley region.
The past week provided very little relief to the area's drought conditions.
he Municipal Authority of Westmoreland County is asking its customers to voluntarily conserve water due to widespread drought.
Parts of the East Coast are under drought conditions and red flag warnings, from Massachusetts to the northern edge of Virginia and West Virginia.
While the drought has been wreaking havoc on farmers, leaving fields brown and dead, on Christmas tree farms, most trees are still evergreen.
Pennsylvania American Water is asking its customers to reduce nonessential water use.
Officials are urging people to use caution and hold off on burning.
Firefighters are on high alert and chasing fire after fire due to the dry conditions.
Nearly the entire Pittsburgh area is under a drought watch, meaning residents and businesses are encouraged to conserve water.
This week's drought monitor continues to show slowly expanding and deteriorating drought conditions across Western Pennsylvania.
Namibia will cull more than 700 animals, including elephants, zebras and hippos, and distribute the meat to people impacted by severe drought in the southern African country.
Parts of Western Pennsylvania are still in a drought.
People who have experienced extreme weather are especially likely to say climate change needs to be addressed right away.
Climate change means wine could soon have a higher alcohol content — but spoil faster and smell worse.
Curious visitors have flocked to the Kealia Pond National Wildlife Refuge after images of the pink pond appeared on social media.
The drought watch was lifted for most of the Pittsburgh area, the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection.
The first six weeks of Canada's 2023 wildfire season put it on track to be its most destructive in history.
Western Pennsylvania got some rain Monday, but experts said it was not enough.
100% of Pennsylvania is now dealing with some kind of drought.
It's hot, we haven't seen much rain, so that much mean drought, right?
Does it seem like we haven't seen a lot of rain? The answer might surprise you. KDKA's John Shumway is on the case.
Dodgers two-way star Shohei Ohtani hit his 13th homer of the season before leaving the game due to left knee inflammation and Los Angeles beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 8-6.
A Pittsburgh-area woman has taken on a massive task of fostering dozens of pigs rescued from unsafe conditions.
On a hot day, it feels good to cool off in a river, stream or lake. But there may be some days to avoid the water.
Strong storms swept through the Pittsburgh area on Thursday afternoon, leaving behind a trail of damage and even briefly knocking out power at the Pittsburgh International Airport.
Months after a jury found a man not guilty on all charges related to the death of his 6-month-old son, the child's mother continues to fight for justice.
Dodgers two-way star Shohei Ohtani hit his 13th homer of the season before leaving the game due to left knee inflammation and Los Angeles beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 8-6.
A Pittsburgh-area woman has taken on a massive task of fostering dozens of pigs rescued from unsafe conditions.
On a hot day, it feels good to cool off in a river, stream or lake. But there may be some days to avoid the water.
Strong storms swept through the Pittsburgh area on Thursday afternoon, leaving behind a trail of damage and even briefly knocking out power at the Pittsburgh International Airport.
Months after a jury found a man not guilty on all charges related to the death of his 6-month-old son, the child's mother continues to fight for justice.
Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnic talked about U.S. Steel and "golden share."
A Pennsylvania state lawmaker is proposing giving taxpayers $250 to celebrate America's birthday.
Two men wounded in a shooting during then-presidential candidate Donald Trump's 2024 rally at the Butler Farm Show grounds are suing the United States.
A fractured majority of Republican justices sided with a sweeping challenge brought by local and county officials against Oak Run Solar.
The move by Republican Gov. Mike DeWine comes as tax breaks for energy-hungry AI data centers are increasingly playing a role in state budgets.
A Pennsylvania state lawmaker is proposing giving taxpayers $250 to celebrate America's birthday.
Buc-ee's plans to open another store in Ohio, bringing its gas station, convenience store and smiling buck-toothed beaver mascot closer to the Pennsylvania stateline.
A James Beard Award-nominated bar is coming back to Pittsburgh.
What if what's sitting in your jewelry drawer is worth more than you think?
The price of electricity in Pennsylvania is going up next month.
A melodic and iconic headliner at the Three Rivers Arts Festival, mini-golf at a museum, and so much more! Pittsburgh Magazine's Sean Collier is back to give us his best of the weekend!
Some bands have hits, other bands have fans, but few have become the heartbeat of a city the way The Clarks have in Pittsburgh. For 40 years, they've been doing it all, and Daisy Jade sat down with Scott Blasey and Greg Joseph to look back and ahead.
Entrepreneur and content creator Cami Nwokedi brings us a new tech tip for surviving your inbox!
Pittsburgh loves a good festival, and apparent so does Dr. Robby on The Pitt! In the show, he's spotted wearing a "Beers of the 'Burgh" hoodie, and here to tell us more are the founders of the festival!
Vigilance Theater Group brings us "Closing Time at the Moonside Cafe" which is a blend of theater, music, and a little bit of mystery. Daisy Jade grabs us a seat at the bar to find out what secrets we can uncover.
Many families with children attending schools in the Catholic Diocese of Pittsburgh said they are trying to figure out the logic behind their upcoming tuition bills.
Pittsburgh's fire boat has been on the water for nearly a decade, but it hasn't seen much action.
A lawsuit has been filed over the smell neighbors say is coming from the Sherwin-Williams plant in Rochester.
Naida Reed contacted KDKA Investigates after she said Pittsburgh Water failed to follow through on what crews allegedly promised.
What if what's sitting in your jewelry drawer is worth more than you think?
Allegheny County health officials said babies who have died from sudden unexpected infant death have more than doubled since 2000.
Lone star ticks have been found in Franklin and Erie counties in Pennsylvania.
Pittsburgh, with its natural beauty and parks, can be a great place for people to put the phones down and enjoy life.
Doctors say it looks like it will be a bad season for tick-borne diseases.
Temperatures could reach into the 90s this week in Pittsburgh, and that impacts everything, including your sleep.
Dodgers two-way star Shohei Ohtani hit his 13th homer of the season before leaving the game due to left knee inflammation and Los Angeles beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 8-6.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Tyler Callihan hit the first two home runs of his career as the Pirates rallied past the Dodgers 9-8 on Wednesday night.
Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani was robbed of a home run after an incredible catch by Pirates outfielder Bryan Reynolds.
Golfweek listed Oakmont as the 6th best classic golf course in the United States.
Pittsburgh City Council has approved new legislation that would put new restrictions on vape shops.
Buc-ee's plans to open another store in Ohio, bringing its gas station, convenience store and smiling buck-toothed beaver mascot closer to the Pennsylvania stateline.
A James Beard Award-nominated bar is coming back to Pittsburgh.
A fractured majority of Republican justices sided with a sweeping challenge brought by local and county officials against Oak Run Solar.
The move by Republican Gov. Mike DeWine comes as tax breaks for energy-hungry AI data centers are increasingly playing a role in state budgets.
The Clarks are a band that Pittsburghers hear and think of home.
The Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra has extended the contract of music director Manfred Honeck through the 2032-2033 season.
The country group Little Big Town will perform at Citizens Live at the Wylie in October.
The second of two shows at Acrisure Stadium, originally scheduled for Saturday night, has been canceled, according to Wallen.
Ahead of a packed weekend here in Pittsburgh, many are taking to the three rivers ahead of a big country show.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast.
Speaking to reporters in the Oval Office, President Trump claimed an agreement on Iran has been reached, and a deal will be signed, likely in Europe, as soon as this weekend. Iran has not confirmed any such agreement. "We just made a great settlement of the war with Iran," Mr. Trump said.
A father in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, allegedly left his young kids in the car while getting a massage.
Last week, Martin got a call from humane officers, looking for help to rescue more than 50 pigs, a story first brought to you by KDKA-TV. Martin accepted the offer and had to add some modifications to her property in Tarentum. Then, when it came time to receive the pigs, there were nearly 50 percent more than she anticipated. Josh Taylor reports.
This week on Fan N'Ation, we're meeting a Pittsburgh artist who is turning collectibles into a canvas, tearing up hundreds of sports trading cards to create one-of-a-kind masterpieces.
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.
