Study drills down on relationship between fracking chemicals, adverse births
A new study digs into whether certain chemicals used in fracking could affect a baby's weight and whether they're born early.
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A new study digs into whether certain chemicals used in fracking could affect a baby's weight and whether they're born early.
Vice President Kamala Harris said she won't ban fracking natural gas.
Neighbors in North Fayette's Seabright neighborhood said they feel the township failed to spread the word about a proposed fracking site.
Range Resources filed an application for conditional use in North Fayette. It could lead to the company leasing land for fracking from a family-owned. Since the permit application is pending, the township won't comment. KDKA-TV's Meghan Schiller has the latest.
Chester is what climate activists call an "environmental justice community," a place where climate change and pollution disproportionately affect underserved populations.
Many neighbors in West Deer are fighting back against proposed gas wells in their community.
The board of supervisors in Cecil Township is trying to decide whether to install some new rules around fracking wells.
An Ohio commission has awarded bids to frack oil and gas under state parks.
Gov. Shapiro has announced new policies for fracking.
Gov. Shapiro has announced new policies for fracking.
Gov. Josh Shapiro says he'll appeal a court ruling that blocked a state regulation to make Pennsylvania's power plant owners pay for their planet-warming greenhouse gas emissions.
A state commission in Ohio has voted to approve fracking for oil and gas drilling in state parks and designated wildlife areas.
The state of Pennsylvania will work with a major natural gas producer to collect in-depth data on air emissions and water quality at well sites, enhance public disclosure of drilling chemicals and expand buffer zones.
Over a year ago, many residents, borough officials, and environmental groups spoke out in opposition of the new well.
The researchers found what they called significant associations between gas industry activity and two ailments.
The Pa. Dept. of Health and Pitt joined forces to conduct the study.
A Washington County family has taken two major corporations to court, claiming that fracking contaminated their wells and jeopardized their health.
A second fracking site could be coming to Murrysville.
The Tribune-Review reports oil and gas company, Olympus Energy, wants to build another well pad off Logans Ferry Road near the border of Murrysville and Plum.
Democrat John Fetterman and Republican Mehmet Oz didn't agree on much at their debate in Harrisburg this week. One exception: hydraulic fracturing of natural gas, or "fracking."
Fire officials say two people were found dead in a plane after it crashed into a house in Ohio and exploded into flames.
A Bethel Park homeowner says he's out thousands of dollars after hiring a contractor to replace his front porch.
PNC has mandated that employees return to the office five days a week.
The Pittsburgh Steelers have released their 2026 schedule.
Will Ligonier have an outdoor market this season? That is the question people in Westmoreland County have been asking for months.
Fire officials say two people were found dead in a plane after it crashed into a house in Ohio and exploded into flames.
A Bethel Park homeowner says he's out thousands of dollars after hiring a contractor to replace his front porch.
PNC has mandated that employees return to the office five days a week.
The Pittsburgh Steelers have released their 2026 schedule.
Will Ligonier have an outdoor market this season? That is the question people in Westmoreland County have been asking for months.
President Trump is in Beijing meeting with China's President Xi Jinping, with the two leaders aiming to stabilize their trading relationship after last year's trade war.
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 Bethel Park homeowner says he's out thousands of dollars after hiring a contractor to replace his front porch.
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.
What did Heather and Ron do last weekend? Plus, they discuss other happenings in Pittsburgh culture, trending news and social media, food, sports, and more.
Pittsburgh Magazine's Sean Collier is back with his weekend guide and he's giving us the best of the 'Burgh!
The rollerskating trend is here in Pittsburgh, and Heather Abraham spoke with Jack Dougherty about Skate the Square
A city known for its food, New Orleans is a staple for foodies, and now, Michael Barnes, chef and owner of Roux Orleans is bringing that Cajun flavor to Pittsburgh!
A trip to the ballet in Pittsburgh will take you right to summer, as their production of Mid-Summer Night's Dream gets underway, and we got a sneak peek!
A Bethel Park homeowner says he's out thousands of dollars after hiring a contractor to replace his front porch.
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.
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.
The Pittsburgh Steelers have released their 2026 schedule.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Sidney Crosby is heading to Switzerland to represent his native Canada at the men's world hockey championships.
Mickey Moniak and the Colorado Rockies beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 10-4.
The Steelers will face the New Orleans Saints at the Stade de France in October.
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.
Country music star Lainey Wilson and former Steelers quarterback Devlin "Duck" Hodges tied the knot in a lavish Tennessee wedding.
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.
A Bethel Park homeowner says he's out thousands of dollars after hiring a contractor to replace his front porch.
Downtown has had a flurry of bad news lately with shootings and fights commanding headlines in the past two weeks. But there's also been some encouraging news: the return of thousands of workers to the Golden Triangle. Andy Sheehan reports.
This week onFan N'ATion, KDKA's Rich Walsh visits a fan cave dedicated to all things Pitt Marching Band, featuring insights and stories from former band director Jack Anderson.
Will Ligonier have an outdoor market this season? That is the question a lot of people in Westmoreland County have been asking for months.
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.
