EPA proposes new rule in effort to slash pollution from coal-fired power plants
The proposal would require plants to monitor emissions in real-time.
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The proposal would require plants to monitor emissions in real-time.
A new survey of lead pipes across the United States estimates that Florida has more than any other state.
Residents were heated as they were given the chance to ask the EPA about the train derailment.
"These federal agencies know what to do, and they're not doing everything they need to do to serve the people."
A former regional EPA official is speaking out about the hazardous train derailment and ongoing cleanup in East Palestine, Ohio, KDKA's Briana Smith reports.
The various government agencies will conduct door-to-door interviews with residents.
The EPA administrator will be in town to assess the impact and damage caused by the derailment.
Environmentalists say it's the high court that's overreaching.
What began as an effort to make the university more sustainable more than a decade ago is now a whole department.
President Donald Trump's administration is undoing Obama-era rules designed to limit greenhouse gas emissions from oil and gas fields and pipelines, formalizing the changes Thursday in the heart of the nation's most prolific natural gas reservoir and in the premier presidential battleground state of Pennsylvania.
The EPA announced a proposal to ease regulation of methane emissions, a particularly potent greenhouse gas believed to contribute significantly to climate change.
A federal program recommended a shocking temperature to keep your house while you're awake and home.
The Environmental Protection Agency has signed a final rule that will no longer require Allegheny County to use the more expensive summer gas blend.
The state is taking applications in some Ohio counties for $15 million in grants to upgrade aging vehicles and other equipment that run on diesel.
The Environmental Protection Agency has just issued a temporary "Emergency Fuel Waiver" for Allegheny County.
The Environmental Protection Agency is promising to expedite the end of "summer gas" and its higher price in Allegheny County.
Fiat Chrysler is voluntarily recalling 862,520 vehicles in the U.S. because they don't meet the country's emission standards.
Experts worry that the Environmental Protection Agency is planning changes in regulations that could lead to higher levels of radiation exposure for people on the job and others who come into contact with radiation.
Hurricane Florence, with its strong winds and massive storm surge, threatens to release toxic chemicals from hazardous waste sites
People angry over a proposal to inject fracking wastewater underground in Plum Borough sounded off Wednesday.
The Environmental Protection Agency is planning a public hearing next week on plans to inject fracking wastewater into a gas well in Plum.
Environmental advocates have filed a second federal lawsuit against the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency over whether enough is being done to address the toxic algae problem in western Lake Erie.
When it comes to the nexus of a clean environment and jobs in industries once known for pollution, Pittsburgh is ground zero.
Miners at Consol's Harvey Mine in Greene County gathered before and after their shifts awaiting the arrival of Scott Pruitt
Manufacturers of special permethrin-treated clothing promise it will protect you from mosquitoes.
Former Pitt quarterback Phil Jurkovec was arrested on Friday and charged with stealing a vehicle from the valet garage at AHN Wexford Hospital.
Someone who bought a lottery ticket in South Park Township won $3 million.
Chick-fil-A currently has 20 locations in western Pennsylvania.
The woman who was stabbed at the Wyndham Grand hotel was treated by medics and released.
The event was at Children's Museum of Pittsburgh in partnership with PA Unplugged.
Jurkovec, 26, was arrested Friday after police said he stole a box truck from the valet garage at AHN Wexford Hospital.
Someone who bought a lottery ticket in South Park Township won $3 million.
Chick-fil-A currently has 20 locations in western Pennsylvania.
The woman who was stabbed at the Wyndham Grand hotel was treated by medics and released.
The event was at Children's Museum of Pittsburgh in partnership with PA Unplugged.
In a Truth Social post, Mr. Trump called fears around artificial intelligence possibly becoming a superintelligence that could pose a threat to human existence a hoax.
The Department of Justice announced it reached agreements with UPMC to end pediatric gender-affirming care.
A federal appeals court ruled Friday that U.S. immigration officials must offer detainees "a meaningful opportunity to contest" any deportation to countries where they have no ties.
The Pentagon on Friday released a new group of files about unidentified anomalous phenomena, or UAP or UFOs, including a batch of documents regarding a mysterious military program studying aerospace threats.
The push for paid parental leave continues in Allegheny County, but with some major changes.
Chick-fil-A currently has 20 locations in western Pennsylvania.
The program will provide relief for customers who pay their bills on time for two years.
The announcement was touted as a way that could change the way western Pennsylvania addresses energy.
With 100 days to go until Christmas and goods getting more expensive, here's what shoppers should know about holiday buying.
The wait for medical imaging keeps getting longer, leaving some people fraught with anxiety.
Edgar Snyder and Associates explains the laws surrounding e-bikes. Who is at fault in an accident involving an e-bike? Are children legally allowed to ride them?
Chef Doug Heilman shows how to start the fall season right with kitchen refresh ideas, from organization to knife sharpening to cutting board cleaning.
Etiquette expert Liz Aquino from Good Manners Group, LLC explains how to be both polite and assertive in school, workplaces and social gatherings.
Heather and David recap Friday's PTL Turkey Fund Kickoff Show!
We are honored to have Jim Balouris, Executive VP & Market Manager for PNC and Charlese McKinney, Interim CEO & Chief Program Officer with Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank, here with us today!
A Hempfield family's home has become known as the "crash house" because drivers leave the highway and come crashing into it.
The wait for medical imaging keeps getting longer, leaving some people fraught with anxiety.
The Steel City Youth Football League announced disciplinary action following video that captured an on-field brawl.
Misdemeanor and summary charges have been filed against the coaches involved in a youth football brawl in Pittsburgh.
Police departments all around the country say surveillance technologies like cameras, drones, and license plate readers have proved invaluable in tracking and arresting violent criminals.
With costs rising just about everywhere and in everything, Highmark Wholecare's free farmers' markets are providing relief.
The goal was to simulate an emergency situation that would push the limits of the hospital and health care network.
The push for paid parental leave continues in Allegheny County, but with some major changes.
An 18-year-old from Mifflin County has died from measles-related complications, Pennsylvania health officials said.
The wait for medical imaging keeps getting longer, leaving some people fraught with anxiety.
Former Pitt quarterback Phil Jurkovec was arrested on Friday and charged with stealing a vehicle from the valet garage at AHN Wexford Hospital.
Rafael Flores Jr. hit the go-ahead two-run home run in the eighth inning to help the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 4-3 win over the Kansas City Royals on Sunday and complete a series sweep.
The New England Patriots' defense smothered Aaron Rodgers on the way to a 20-3 victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday.
Brandon Lowe hit a go-ahead two-run homer in the eighth to lift the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 6-5 victory over the Kansas City Royals on Saturday night.
Michael Hawkins accounted for 313 yards of total offense and five touchdowns and West Virginia beat No. 25 Virginia 38-27 on Saturday night in the Duke's Mayo Classic at the Carolina Panthers' Bank of America Stadium.
The top minds in AI and business are in Pittsburgh this week to discuss how cities can implement the technology.
Many small businesses are still feeling the impact of last week's severe weather.
Pittsburgh leaders and their partners are making a concerted effort to revitalize a North Side business district.
A federally funded Ohio manufacturing program faces potential shutdown after a new audit by the U.S. Department of Commerce's Office of Inspector General.
Gas station giant Buc-ee's has sparked a backlash in Ohio over one of its frequent trademark infringement lawsuits.
A casting call is out for paid background actors when the medical drama "The Pitt" comes back to Pittsburgh to film its third season.
Buffalo Bill's home will open this weekend for guided tours as the iconic horror movie turns 35.
The show has been canceled because of the muddy field conditions at 1846 Farms.
"The Pitt" won the Emmy award for outstanding drama series for a second year in a row.
Kenny Chesney will be joined on the tour by Eric Church, Sheryl Crow and Reylan James.
Former Pitt quarterback Phil Jurkovec was arrested on Friday and charged with stealing a vehicle from Allegheny Health Network's Wexford Hospital.
Edgar Snyder and Associates explains the laws surrounding e-bikes. Who is at fault in an accident involving an e-bike? Are children legally allowed to ride them?
Chef Doug Heilman shows how to start the fall season right with kitchen refresh ideas, from organization to knife sharpening to cutting board cleaning.
Etiquette expert Liz Aquino from Good Manners Group, LLC explains how to be both polite and assertive in school, workplaces and social gatherings.
Heather and David recap Friday's PTL Turkey Fund Kickoff Show!
Saturday's game was delayed for more than one hour because of severe storms in the area.
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.
