Mayor Ed Gainey, Corey O'Connor participate in fireside chat, debate
The Pittsburgh mayoral race is heating up ahead of the May primary election.
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The Pittsburgh mayoral race is heating up ahead of the May primary election.
Mayor Ed Gainey's office issued a press release on Saturday, saying his resignation took effect on Wednesday.
Sources have told KDKA-TV that Ragland, who has been serving as acting chief, will be named to the position full-time.
A major goal of the Gainey administration is to build and develop more affordable housing.
The owner of Trim in Lawrenceville announced on Tuesday that he will seek the Republican nomination for mayor.
Tony Moreno ran against Mayor Gainey in the 2021 primary election as a Democrat and in the 2021 general election as a Republican.
After a slew of executive orders targeting America's immigration system from President Trump, Mayor Gainey said the city will be welcoming.
The Democratic mayoral candidate says current leadership isn't doing enough for young people regarding recreational opportunities.
KDKA Investigates has uncovered years of neglect by a company that owns dozens of complexes across the country.
Pittsburgh Mayor Ed Gainey visited an apartment building in the East Hills where a 2-year-old girl died in a fire last month.
Over the objections of advocates for the homeless, the Gainey administration will begin clearing out a riverside encampment on Tuesday.
Allegheny County Controller Corey O'Connor is officially launching his campaign on Monday.
A big local election is looming on the horizon, and a well-known political figure and son of a former mayor is lining up as a potential challenger to Pittsburgh Mayor Ed Gainey.
Battallion Chief John Walsh served as a firefighter for nearly 40 years.
Budget time at City Hall has Pittsburgh City Council scrutinizing Mayor Ed Gainey's proposed spending.
After five years of homeless encampments along Pittsburgh's river trails, many residents say they're fed up.
Mayor Ed Gainey brought his proposed budget to Pittsburgh City Council on Tuesday.
Mayor Ed Gainey brought his proposed budget to Pittsburgh City Council on Tuesday. KDKA-TV's Chris Hoffman reports.
Many members wanted to know why the chief was allowed to hit the court again after he told the council he wouldn't.
An organizer pushing for radical changes in policing said Pittsburgh Police Chief Larry Scirotto's retirement is a loss for the city.
The chief informed city leaders of his plan to retire.
There's hope the Gulf Building project in Downtown Pittsburgh could be the catalyst for other redevelopment projects.
Pittsburgh Police Chief Larry Scirottio said he was prepared to step down if he could not return to officiating college basketball games.
Pittsburgh Police Chief Larry Scirotto is returning to refereeing college basketball games.
Concerned residents are speaking out about the controversial proposal in Pittsburgh.
The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust unveiled the lineup of musicians and artists for the 2025 Three Rivers Arts Festival.
The two musicians will embark on the "Good Vibes Only Tour."
Participants will learn leadership fundamentals, study physical fitness, and tour the FBI headquarters.
A man who was racing another driver before a crash that killed 15-year-old Samantha Kalkbrenner has pleaded guilty.
Ashlie Crosson, the 2025 National Teacher of the Year, has been in the classroom for 14 years and told "CBS Mornings" authenticity is a big factor in her teaching.
Today is a First Alert Weather Day.
A former intern claims Vereb Funeral Home treated pets like trash.
A Pittsburgh funeral home director is facing charges after prosecutors said he threw out the bodies of thousands of pets.
The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust unveiled the lineup of musicians and artists for the 2025 Three Rivers Arts Festival.
The two musicians will embark on the "Good Vibes Only Tour."
They've won election after election, becoming the dominant force in local politics. But this is their toughest challenge yet.
The Trump administration has reinstated the legal status of a Carnegie Mellon University student from China who lost it weeks ago.
The Trump admin ordered public schools, universities and private employers to get rid of DEI programs or lose federal funding.
Pittsburgh's mayoral race is being fueled by dark money — unlimited amounts of cash spent by PACs on TV attack ads and mailers.
Affordable housing has been one of the issues central to the Democratic primary race for mayor of Pittsburgh.
A former intern claims Vereb Funeral Home treated pets like trash.
A house unlike any other you've likely seen is for sale in Pine Township.
The Trump administration's tariffs mean items shipped from China will soon cost consumers much more, experts say.
A recent survey shows summer 2025 is shaping up to be the season of exploration.
When a local company owner heard what happened, he said he wanted to make it right.
One of Pittsburgh's favorite summer festivals is gearing up with new digs, fresh beats and a juicy lineup of star-studded appearances.
With the humidity rising, the frizz is also plotting its return. Heather dove into a smoothing secret that'll tame the frizz at Sognatore Salon.
In this edition of Cooking Corner, Chef Crystal Baldwin showed us a sweet way to bake your way into mom's good graces for Mother's Day.
David and Heather played a new game of What's It Worth with Dr. Lori!
Katie was live at the Heinz History Center to check out their newest exhibit, where Pittsburgh's hidden history is unfolding.
A former intern claims Vereb Funeral Home treated pets like trash.
Questions are being raised about an aging emergency vehicle fleet in Pittsburgh.
When a local company owner heard what happened, he said he wanted to make it right.
Some Jeannette residents say raw sewage has been flooding down their street for at least a week.
A mom says she's now forced to take on the role of caregiver for her 23-year-old son.
Martinelli's juice bottles were recalled in 28 states because they could contain a toxic substance created by fungi.
This weekend, you'll have the chance to dispose of your expired and unused drugs in a safe manner.
An animal tranquilizer is the new drug on the street in Pittsburgh.
As we approach the end of April, we're shining a spotlight on Cesarean Awareness Month. We were joined by local author Ruth Fleury, who wrote "Strength in Every Scar: A Mother's C-Section Recovery."
This Wellness Wednesday, we are addressing an issue that's affecting so many Americans: fentanyl. Dr. Natalie Gentile and Dr. Liz Zona joined us for this important conversation.
A man arrested on suspicion of manslaughter following the death of ice hockey player and Minnesota native Adam Johnson has been told he will not face any charges, British prosecutors said Tuesday.
Watts is expected to medically retire from football because of the injury.
Mike Sullivan and the Pittsburgh Penguins have agreed to part ways, the team announced on Monday morning, ending his tenure as the Penguins' coach after nine seasons.
Andy Pages hit a home run, drove in a career-high four runs and tied a career best with four hits as the Los Angeles Dodgers rebounded from an early deficit to earn a 9-2 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Sunday.
A 21-year-old son of an NFL assistant coach has taken responsibility for prank-calling former University of Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders during the NFL Draft late last week.
Norfolk Southern's first quarter profits got another boost from insurance payments related to its disastrous 2023 derailment in eastern Ohio.
A house unlike any other you've likely seen is for sale in Pine Township.
Mercer County is thinking outside the box to grow its population and economy.
The Pittsburgh host committee has people in Green Bay looking at what goes into the NFL Draft.
The new location in Regent Square will be opening on May 2.
The two musicians will embark on the "Good Vibes Only Tour."
The six-story-tall inflatable duck will return to western Pennsylvania for the first time since 2013.
The club had been one of the city's most popular music venues before closing its doors after a run of 25 years.
First-time nominees Chubby Checker, Joe Cocker and Bad Company will also be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
The Heinz History Center is unlocking its vault to reveal several rarely and never-before-seen objects.
Stay on top of local weather with First Alert Meteorologist Mary Ours' forecast!
Abigail Petras, a soon-to-be sophomore at Upper Saint Clair High School, will be one of 60 representing western Pennsylvania in this summer's FBI Youth Leadership Program. KDKA-TV's Megan Shinn reports.
Transit riders in Pittsburgh will voice their frustrations on Tuesday as Pittsburgh Regional Transit hosts the first of several public hearings about proposed service cuts and fare increases due to a funding crisis. KDKA-TV's Lauren Linder has more.
One of Pittsburgh's favorite summer festivals is gearing up with new digs, fresh beats and a juicy lineup of star-studded appearances.
With the humidity rising, the frizz is also plotting its return. Heather dove into a smoothing secret that'll tame the frizz at Sognatore Salon.
The KDKA kids took over Pittsburgh Today Live and Talk Pittsburgh on Take Your Child to Work Day!
The crash happened early Friday morning along Park Way.
The annual Pittsburgh Home & Garden Show kicked off on Friday, March 7, 2025, at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center. As is tradition, Pittsburgh Today Live kicked off the show with a live episode!
A school bus slammed into a tree in Butler County on Thursday morning, sending the driver and two students to the hospital.
KDKA-TV is sad to report that retired host and weather forecaster Jon Burnett died of complications from suspected CTE. He leaves behind an incredible legacy.
