Electric vehicle catches fire in Pittsburgh-area shopping plaza
An electric car parked in the McCandless Crossing shopping plaza caught fire while charging on Tuesday evening.
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An electric car parked in the McCandless Crossing shopping plaza caught fire while charging on Tuesday evening.
Next week, the electric vehicle tax credit will end, and if you're looking to buy a new car, you might need to act quickly.
All 17 service plazas on the Turnpike are expected to have electric vehicle charging stations by 2027.
Japanese auto giants Honda and Nissan confirmed they've scrapped merger talks announced in December, ending a potential combination that would have created the world's third-largest automaker.
Honda and Nissan have announced plans to merge, forming world's third-largest automaker by sales as the industry transitions away from fossil fuels.
Skeptics say CEO Elon Musk has yet to show Tesla's self-driving system can travel safely without human supervision.
Some owners of the electric vehicle will be eligible for compensation of up to $1,400 because of a battery problem that caused fires.
Foreign automakers dominate U.S. News' list of the best new EVs and hybrids, while Tesla is shut out.
The U.S. needs more than a million public chargers by 2030, but only a fraction of that number currently exists. Los Angeles is using light poles to help fill the gap.
Organizers say this year's auto show will have anything a car enthusiast would want to see in their driveway and garage.
Electric cars are enjoying a wave of popularity as the push continues towards greener commuting.
Pennsylvania's Democratic Gov. Josh Shapiro wants to devote millions of dollars to creating a 10-year economic development plan.
Pennsylvania is getting nearly $50 million in grants to upgrade its bus fleet.
Efforts by the Biden administration to limit tailpipe pollution from automobiles face a crucial test as legal challenges brought by Republican-led states head to a federal appeals court.
Experts say lithium-ion battery fires pose unique risks requiring specialized training, but CBS News has found gaps in fire safety training, research and regulation.
Pennsylvania lawmakers are considering a switch to electric vehicles.
Commercial electric vehicle startup Lordstown Motors Corp. has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection nearly two months after it warned that it was in danger of failing.
Electric shuttle buses and CLEAR screening technology will soon be implemented at the airport.
Duquesne Light provides insight on how electric cars will impact your electric bill.
Starting Jan. 1, many Americans will qualify for a tax credit of up to $7,500 for buying an electric vehicle.
The first of its kind solar field will power its buildings and allow EVs to charge while they travel the road.
Will Pittsburghers find new ways to get around as gas prices continue to climb?
U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg says Pittsburgh can play a key role as America switches from gas-powered cars to cleaner electric vehicles in the next few years.
As an infrastructure bill makes its way through Congress, local leaders are calling for investments in clean energy transportation.
Motorists who register an electric vehicle in Pennsylvania would have to pay an annual fee, under lame-duck session legislation approved by the state's Republican-controlled House of Representatives on Thursday.
NFL draft attendees can still find hotel rooms in Pittsburgh less than two weeks before the event.
A Tennessee man is facing charges after police said a teenager who had been missing from Ohio for a month was found in Florida.
Bryan Reynolds hit a two-run homer and Carmen Mlodzinski pitched six-hit ball into the sixth inning, helping the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Chicago Cubs 2-0.
One person from southwestern Pennsylvania can say they took part in Artemis II's historic launch.
Here's the Kidsburgh Weekend Guide for April 11-12.
NFL draft attendees can still find hotel rooms in Pittsburgh less than two weeks before the event.
A Tennessee man is facing charges after police said a teenager who had been missing from Ohio for a month was found in Florida.
Bryan Reynolds hit a two-run homer and Carmen Mlodzinski pitched six-hit ball into the sixth inning, helping the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Chicago Cubs 2-0.
One person from southwestern Pennsylvania can say they took part in Artemis II's historic launch.
The South Park Township Library has a new program that helps provide necessary items for the community at large to use free of charge.
First lady Melania Trump delivered a televised statement denying a relationship with the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Pittsburgh-area lawmakers are responding to President Trump's warning that "a whole civilization will die" if Iran doesn't make a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz by his 8 p.m. Eastern deadline. KDKA's Chris Hoffman reports.
Those who gathered on Tuesday said the push for drop boxes will continue.
President Trump posted on social media that "a whole civilization will die tonight," adding "but I don't want that to happen, but it probably will."
President Trump and top national security officials shed new light on the daring rescues of two American airmen who were shot down over Iran last week.
Six new cities are being added to the Michelin Guide in 2027, and among those cities is right here in Pittsburgh.
Sheetz is expanding further into the Midwest, with plans to open 100 stores in Indiana over the next decade.
The Pirates' home schedule starts on Friday, so how can fans save money on tickets, food, and other deals at PNC Park?
Fat Head's Saloon on Pittsburgh's South Side is closing next month after more than 30 years in business.
Studies show nearly 25% of Pennsylvanians can't pay their power bills at least once a year.
You know the old saying - April showers bring May flower, but those showers can do a number on your home's gutters. Patrick the Handyman is back on PTL to let you know how you can keep them flowing!
If you're looking to get your feet moving the weekend of the NFL draft in Pittsburgh, Team PTL's Daisy Jade is giving you all the details about the PICKSBurgh Draft Day 5K!
Heather and David are joined by Danielle Doebereiner from Nosh and Curd to talk about the pairing of Girl Scout Cookies and cheese!
It's being called the most Pittsburgh celebration of the year, with food, clothes, live music, art, and so much more! This weekend, Bakery Square will play host to 412 Day!
You know him as Champ Kind from the classic movie Anchorman, and this weekend, David Koechner will be at the Pittsburgh Improv!
Allegheny County Common Pleas Judge Edward Borkowski refused to drop an attempted homicide charge against Jasper Hilliard.
Just weeks before the NFL draft, the Downtown Neighbors Alliance has cut ties with its executive director and may be folding up its tent.
Data obtained by KDKA Investigates shows the dramatic increase in arrests by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement in the Pittsburgh area.
A new homeless encampment has popped up on Pittsburgh's North Side.
A Sewickley Hills man said he's left without a usable driveway because PennDOT cannot get it right.
UPMC and AHN say they've been collaborating about getting ready for an event of this magnitude.
When doctors found out Ainsley Flynn had viral myocarditis, they leaped into action to save her. Now, Flynn is giving back.
UPMC Hillman Cancer Center is exploring everything radiation treatment can treat, and the success has been life-changing for people.
A Pittsburgh-area man is not just giving people living with ALS a voice, he's giving them their own voice.
A cancer once rare in young people has become the number one cause of cancer-related deaths for Americans under age 50.
Bryan Reynolds hit a two-run homer and Carmen Mlodzinski pitched six-hit ball into the sixth inning, helping the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Chicago Cubs 2-0.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
The next phase of road closures on Pittsburgh's North Shore goes into effect on April 13.
The Pittsburgh Penguins clinched a playoff spot by defeating the New Jersey Devils 5-2 on Thursday night.
For the first time since the 2021-22 season, the Pittsburgh Penguins will be in the playoffs. This is how they were able to clinch a spot.
Hundreds gathered Wednesday morning at the Live! Casino in Hempfield Township to open Mangia, a new market and eatery featuring authentic Italian cuisine from local favorite DeLallo.
Sheetz is expanding further into the Midwest, with plans to open 100 stores in Indiana over the next decade.
The event kicks off on April 22 with the reopening of the renovated Market Square.
Fat Head's Saloon on Pittsburgh's South Side is closing next month after more than 30 years in business.
Pittsburgh's newest music venue released a lineup of its first concerts on Monday, giving a taste of what's to come at Citizens Live at the Wylie.
Artists like Lady A, Nelly, The Avett Brothers and Third Eye Blind will headline a free concert series throughout Pennsylvania.
The Steelers will offer fans multiple ways to engage with the team during the NFL draft.
The event kicks off on April 22 with the reopening of the renovated Market Square.
A major music festival featuring the rapper formerly known as Kanye West was canceled after the U.K. government blocked Ye from entering the country.
Fred Rogers Productions and Little Dot Studios teamed up to bring the beloved children's show to YouTube.
Hotels rooms are still available in Pittsburgh less than two weeks before the NFL draft.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Trey Fulbright's forecast.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Trey Fulbright's forecast.
Windy and dry conditions have Pittsburgh-area fire crews on alert for wildfires. Ross Guidotti reports.
The four astronauts on Artemis II went farther into space than any human has before, and one person from southwestern Pennsylvania can say they took part in the historic mission. Lauren Linder reports.
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.
