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On a February night in 2011, a patch of Independence Township exploded into a fireball.
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On a February night in 2011, a patch of Independence Township exploded into a fireball.
A massive explosion at a fertilizer plant near Waco on Wednesday night injured dozens of people and sent flames shooting into the night sky, leaving the factory a smoldering ruin following a blast that damaged buildings for blocks in every direction.
Pittsburgh Public Safety Director Michael Huss had his regularly scheduled briefings with his top security chiefs today, but the Boston bombings were uppermost in their minds as Pittsburgh's own marathon looms next month.
Police are still investigating after two bombs exploded near the finish line of the Boston Marathon on Monday. KDKA-TV's Andy Sheehan ran the Boston Marathon and finished minutes before the explosions went off.
Massachusetts Gov. Deval Patrick says no unexploded bombs were found at the Boston Marathon. He says the only explosives were the ones that went off Monday.
According to the Boston Marathon, there are more than 50 people from Pittsburgh who were signed up to run in the race. One of them was a local med student.
Two bombs exploded in the crowded streets near the finish line of the Boston Marathon on Monday, killing three people and injuring more than 130 in a bloody scene of shattered glass and severed limbs that raised alarms that terrorists might have struck again in the U.S.
Pittsburgh Police say the explosion and fire that resulted in one death and two injuries at a Shadyside high rise was the result of a man who disconnected a gas flex line behind his kitchen stove, leaving the gas valve open.
Emergency crews have been called to the scene of a reported explosion and fire in Pittsburgh's Perry South neighborhood.
Firefighters are responding to a house in flames in Homestead.
A fire sent emergency crews to a home in Braddock Thursday evening.
A worker at a the Edgar Thomson Plant in Braddock was flown to the hospital overnight.
A 12-year-old boy is now recovering after he was burned while building a bonfire with friends. And Tuesday, the gas worker who rushed to his rescue spoke out for the first time.
One boy remains hospitalized after being critically injured in an explosion and fire in the backyard of his home in Coraopolis on Monday afternoon.
Pittsburgh police and the arson squad are investigating after being called to Pittsburgh's Oakland section Tuesday night over the discovery of a trio of homemade explosive devices in some bushes.
Police are reviewing surveillance video and talking with witnesses to try and find whoever threw an explosive device at a fence outside of a Washington, Pa. apartment building.
Firefighters battled an early Sunday morning fire after an explosion at a West Deer golf course.
Two employees at a chemical facility in Fayette County were injured in an explosion Wednesday morning.
A young child has died as a result of injuries suffered in an Indiana County fire Tuesday night.
A man and his two young children remain in the hospital today where they continue to recover after being injured in an explosion and fire in West Mahoning Township in Indiana County.
The Bethel Park community is responding to the plight of a disabled veteran who suffered severe burns in a fire at his home earlier this year. Four months ago, 57-year-old Clyde Trout was severely burned from an explosion and fire that heavily-damaged the interior of his Bethel Park home.
A woman was able to get her family and pets to safety after fire broke out overnight at her home in Westmoreland County.
The Mine Safety and Health Administration revealed today that Massey Energy kept two separate logs - one official, and one internal - in order to hide numerous safety problems from government inspectors prior to the April 2010 explosion that killed 29 miners in West Virginia.
Police are investigating an overnight explosion at a Fayette County tire company.
Mickey Moniak and the Colorado Rockies beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 10-4.
Chinese President Xi Jinping had stern words for President Trump on Taiwan as they met in Beijing, warning of potential "clashes and even conflicts" if the issue isn't "handled properly."
The Allegheny County Health Department wants to require all employers in the county to give their employees paid parental leave.
There are growing calls for Allegheny County Council President Pat Catena to step down from his leadership position.
A Whitehall man who went viral for turning his front yard into a food pantry says he's expanding his efforts to help keep kids fed over summer break.
Mickey Moniak and the Colorado Rockies beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 10-4.
Chinese President Xi Jinping had stern words for President Trump on Taiwan as they met in Beijing, warning of potential "clashes and even conflicts" if the issue isn't "handled properly."
The Allegheny County Health Department wants to require all employers in the county to give their employees paid parental leave.
There are growing calls for Allegheny County Council President Pat Catena to step down from his leadership position.
A Whitehall man who went viral for turning his front yard into a food pantry says he's expanding his efforts to help keep kids fed over summer break.
Chinese President Xi Jinping had stern words for President Trump on Taiwan as they met in Beijing, warning of potential "clashes and even conflicts" if the issue isn't "handled properly."
The Allegheny County Health Department wants to require all employers in the county to give their employees paid parental leave.
Live updating West Virginia primary election results for May 12, 2026.
Residents heading to the polls in West Virginia's primary election now must present a valid photo ID in order to vote.
The operator of the Dali, a container ship that lost power and slammed into Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge in 2024, killing six people, is facing federal charges.
A popular Washington County farm won't be offering pick-your-own peaches this year.
Gas across the country continues to climb.
Two food items sold at Giant Eagle have been voluntarily recalled due to separate contamination risks.
Pennsylvania state lawmakers on both sides of the aisle are talking about suspending the gas tax for some relief.
If you're about to throw out all of those old documents while spring cleaning, there are some you should hold onto.
Mikey introduces us to Danny, a young man who dreams of a future in law.
For decades, Rick Sebak has been synonymous with the City of Pittsburgh, and he's got the stories to tell. He took a walk with our very own Boaz Frankel to hear some of those tales.
More than 25 restaurants in Oakland are offering everything from quick bites to full dining experiences, and here to tell us about it and how you can plan your culinary tour are Chris as Will from the University Club at Pitt.
May is Mental Health Awareness Month and we’re talking with “Listen Lucy” Founder, Jordan Corcoran about the camp she started for young minds.
Travel expert Bobby Laurie is back on the show, and he's giving you the advice you need for your summer plans, OR, if you're planning to follow the Steelers to Paris, how you can save some cash to get there.
It's been nearly eight years since Rachael DelTondo was shot and killed in the driveway of her parents' home in Aliquippa.
An artist in Pittsburgh said the Steel City clothing company used his artwork without his permission.
Alcosan's multi-billion-dollar construction project to clean up the rivers in southwestern Pennsylvania is already over budget.
Pennsylvania prisons now give suboxone to thousands of inmates, with thousands more on the waiting list.
After suffering roof damage from this year's brutal winter, a Pittsburgh family says their insurance company has left them with even bigger problems.
The Allegheny County Health Department wants to require all employers in the county to give their employees paid parental leave.
Allegheny Health Network is putting out a warning about a new social media trend.
Workers at Butler Memorial Hospital say they're ready to walk off the job if hospital management doesn't come to terms with them.
An American on the repatriation flight began showing symptoms of hantavirus and another "tested mildly PCR positive for the Andes virus," the Department of Health and Human Services says.
Mexican street corn-inspired trail mix made by Illinois food company was sold at Target and other retailers, as well as online.
Mickey Moniak and the Colorado Rockies beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 10-4.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
The Steelers will face the New Orleans Saints at the Stade de France in October.
Pittsburgh Pirates ace Paul Skenes is making flirting with no-hitters a regular thing.
Paul Skenes allowed two hits and struck out a season-high 10 over eight innings to help the Pirates beat the Rockies 3-1.
A popular Washington County farm won't be offering pick-your-own peaches this year.
If you're about to throw out all of those old documents while spring cleaning, there are some you should hold onto.
The hole left behind by Spirit will hit businesses and rental companies within Arnold Palmer Regional Airport.
The bar served its final pints Sunday night after 43 years in Oakland, near the heart of Pitt's campus.
Arnold Palmer Regional Airport officials are confident they'll be able to replace Spirit Airlines after the airline shut down early Saturday morning.
Riverlife will reopen its free-to-access barge platform, Shore Thing, later this month.
Ten Carnegie Mellon University alumni have snagged nominations for Tony Awards.
A converted church in rural central Pennsylvania has become a place where musicians with Amish roots are coming to record music and make videos.
The newly announced tour will be at PPG Paints Arena for two nights in September.
Musgraves will perform at PPG Paints Arena on Tuesday, September 8.
President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping are meeting in Beijing, as the two countries aim to stabilize their trading relationship after last year's trade war and grapple with uncertainty over the United States' war with Iran.
The FBI held an information night for parents about the dangers facing their kids online.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast.
The Allegheny County Health Department wants to require all employers in the county to give their employees paid parental leave. Meghan Schiller reports.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast.
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.
