How To Make The Most Out Of Your Memorial Day Travel Plans
Many are off today, to get an early start on Memorial Day travel plans.
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Many are off today, to get an early start on Memorial Day travel plans.
Before you pull into your neighborhood gas station anxious to see a dramatic drop in prices because the state is dumping summer blend RVP gasoline, there is something you should know.
Summer is just around the corner and soon folks will be gassing up and hitting the road for family vacations.
Pennsylvania's new gas tax took effect Jan. 1.
On Monday morning, Gov. Tom Corbett signed the most expansive and expensive transportation funding bill in recent years promising major new investments.
After debating a major, multi-billion dollar transportation bill this afternoon, the Pennsylvania House has now passed it. Gov. Tom Corbett says he plans to sign it.
The state Senate has approved a multi-billion dollar transportation spending proposal. It now heads back to the House.
Not that long ago, a gas station was a gas station -- a place to fill up and hit the road -- but now the convenience stores attached are almost as popular and important.
Ask folks pumping gas over this holiday weekend, and this will be the common refrain about prices.
Western Pennsylvania motorists should feel slightly better at the pump as gas prices continue to slide down.
Hopefully drivers in western Pennsylvania won't have to cringe as much at the gas pump, as the price of gasoline is going down.
Western Pennsylvania gas consumers are continuing to pay more and more at the pump.
Most Americans who traveled during this Thanksgiving holiday came face to face with an American reality: while there is much to be thankful for, our infrastructure is not one of those things.
The two presidential candidates were asked a question by CBS Local about Obamacare vs. Romneycare and asked them to talk about the similarities or differences between the two plans.
Today on the CBS Local forum, Romney and Obama were asked: What will you do to make the U.S. more energy independent?
Americans continually hear that the president of the United States can do nothing about gas prices. John Hofmeister says that isn't true. The doubled gas prices could have been avoided but no one in a political position who can do anything about the prices wants to do anything.
The Labor Day weekend is here and that means people are hitting the roads for one last summer getaway. So how will travelers fare with construction and gas prices?
ropical Storm Isaac is miles and miles from Pittsburgh, but it could still affect your wallet. Don Bowers, from Superior Petroleum, says wholesale prices have already jumped as refineries along the Gulf Coast shut down.
Are you tired of rising gasoline prices? Maybe you'd be interested in a car powered by natural gas. It's cheaper than gasoline and the cars are now becoming available in our area.
Five months before the presidential election, this rating is disastrous for Obama – almost as disastrous as the lack of any results for America these past four years.
Gas prices have been going down in recent weeks. It's all good news for Memorial Day weekend drivers. "I don't think you're going to see any increases," Don Bowers, of Superior Petroleum, said. "I think if anything, you're going to see some decreases around the area."
Those who sell gasoline in the Pittsburgh area say they can't put numbers on it yet, but they do know we are using less gas.
Boiled down, the price of gas in Pittsburgh is about 40 cents a gallon more expensive than just a few miles away along the eastern border of Ohio.
Local gas prices are on their way back up. The local average is $3.89. The local wholesale price of gas took a considerable jump earlier this week.
Gasoline prices keep climbing -- the national average is now up to $3.81 a gallon -- up 30 cents in the past month and 50 cents since the start of the year. So is President Obama to blame for the latest increases and what can he do about it?
Police said video showed someone getting on the boat and leaving the area before the fire started.
A new mayor was sworn in at the Glassport borough meeting after the former mayor was accused of violating a protection from abuse order for a third time.
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A man is facing charges after his dog attacked a K-9 while police and the FBI were serving a warrant.
A former NFL player who is now a youth football coach in Beaver County is accused of assaulting his own 6-year-old child during a game.
Jonathan Kramer, 21, was arrested and accused of planning an attack against the American people.
A former NFL player who is now a youth football coach in Beaver County is accused of assaulting his own 6-year-old child during a game.
Police said video showed someone getting on the boat and leaving the area before the fire started.
A new mayor was sworn in at the Glassport borough meeting after the former mayor was accused of violating a protection from abuse order for a third time.
Jacob Misiorowski struck out seven in five shutout innings as the Milwaukee Brewers moved closer to their fourth straight National League Central title with a 5-1 win over Pittsburgh.
Sen. John Fetterman's surprise video introducing Sen. Dave McCormick at the Republican Party's midterm convention sparked a strong reaction from Democrats. KDKA political analyst Jon Delano breaks it down.
Sen. John Fetterman's surprise video at the Republican Party's midterm convention sparked a strong reaction from Democrats.
Democratic Sen. John Fetterman appeared in a surprise video at the Republican Party's midterm convention on Wednesday, as he becomes increasingly isolated from his own party.
A Pennsylvania man is facing charges after police said he called Gov. Josh Shapiro's office and threatened to "destroy the Commonwealth."
The Trump administration moved Tuesday to ban imports of Canadian motorcycles, some dairy products and most types of alcohol starting later this month, intensifying the trade war between the two countries.
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It seems like each week we get a new story or warning about a scam over the phone or on the internet. Here's how you can avoid them.
With proposed 50% tariffs on the table, the cost of new and used cars could increase by thousands in the near future.
A new report tries to calculate how much Pennsylvanians need to earn to live what's considered a comfortable lifestyle.
The store is expected to open sometime next year.
Judge Judy officially passes the gavel to her son, Adam, to launch an exciting new era of court television called "Adam's Law."
By supporting United Way's 211 line, Duquesne Light Company helps ensure customers can quickly connect with those resources and receive the help they need from organizations that know their communities best.
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David and Heather guess the value of three items chosen from the PTL mailbox.
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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.
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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.
Video shows youth football coaches from Carlynton and Keystone Oaks fighting on the field during a game over the weekend.
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.
A 40-year-old woman died on Saturday from complications associated with measles, the coroner reported.
Four vaccinated people in Pennsylvania have contracted measles, health officials say.
A Pittsburgh-area hospital is seeing a concerning uptick in withdrawals from what many describe as "gas station heroin."
Jacob Misiorowski struck out seven in five shutout innings as the Milwaukee Brewers moved closer to their fourth straight National League Central title with a 5-1 win over Pittsburgh.
West Virginia assistant football coach Noel Devine has been arrested on a felony strangulation charge.
During his 25 years as head coach, Joe David led Mt. Lebanon to three WPIAL titles
Saturday's game was delayed for more than one hour because of severe storms in the area.
Sunday brought with it a big first win for the Pittsburgh Steelers, as football is back in the Steel City.
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.
The international fashion retailer Zara will open a location in Ross Park Mall in 2028, as the mall continues to thrive.
"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.
Local legend Donnie Iris will headline an early show at Pittsburgh's newest music venue, Citizens Live at The Wylie.
Dolly Parton died in Nashville on Aug. 25 at the age of 80 — a shock to fans around the world who weren't aware of her illness.
A show coming to The Palace Theatre in Greensburg looks to pay tribute to Dolly Parton.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Mary Ours' forecast.
A new mayor was sworn in at the Glassport borough meeting on Tuesday after the former mayor was accused of violating a protection from abuse order for a third time. KDKA's Mamie Bah reports.
Three people were killed when a Los Angeles news helicopter crashed in the San Fernando Valley near the scene of a deadly bus crash.
KDKA-TV's Bob Pompeani and 93.7 The Fan's Andrew Fillipponi discuss today's sports topics.
The Pirates held their annual day of service in honor of Roberto Clemente Day across the MLB. KDKA's Josh Taylor reports.
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.
