All Hostages From US Missionary Group Freed In Haiti, Police Say
Haitian police spokesman Gary Desrosiers said Thursday that a kidnapping gang has released all remaining hostages from an Ohio-based missionary group.
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U.S. Religious Group Says Haitian Gang Releases 3 Hostages
A religious group based in Ohio has announced that a violent gang in Haiti has released three more hostages, while another 12 remain abducted.
Haiti Gang That Kidnapped U.S. Missionaries Seeks $1 Million Ransom Per Person
A gang that kidnapped 17 members of a U.S.-based missionary group demanded $1 million ransom per person.
US Religious Group Says 17 Missionaries Kidnapped In Haiti
A group of 17 U.S. missionaries including children was kidnapped by a gang in Haiti on Saturday, according to a voice message sent to various religious missions by an organization with direct knowledge of the incident.
Air Shipment Full Of Urgent Supplies Takes Off From Pittsburgh Bound For Earthquake-Ravaged Haiti
An air shipment bound for earthquake-ravaged Haiti left from Pittsburgh on Friday.
Providing Relief: Brother's Brother Foundation Helping Provide Haiti With Much-Needed Supplies
As Haiti is reeling from a massive earthquake, Brother's Brother Foundation in Pittsburgh is helping provide relief.
Brother's Brother Foundation Helping Those Impacted By Earthquake In Haiti
Brother's Brother Foundation in Pittsburgh is providing assistance to those impacted by the 7.2 magnitude earthquake in Haiti.
Another Deadly Earthquake In Haiti Kills At Least 12 People
Once again, nature has dealt a deadly blow to Haiti.
President Trump: 'I Am Not A Racist'
President Donald Trump says in the wake of his recent comments about Haiti and African countries that "I am not a racist."
Sen. Durbin Says President Trump Said 'Hate-Filled Things'
A senator who was present at a White House immigration meeting says President Donald Trump indeed used vulgar language to describe African countries.
U.S. Ending Temporary Permits For Almost 60,000 Haitians
The Trump administration is ending a temporary residency permit program that has allowed almost 60,000 citizens from Haiti to live and work in the United States since a 2010 powerful earthquake shook the Caribbean nation.
'Tougher Than We Expected': Man Runs Grueling Race To Raise Funds For Poverty-Stricken In Haiti
Matt Mauclair, of Aspinwall, says he and a group of friends ran to raise funds for families living in poverty in Haiti.
Pittsburgh Man Taking Part In 'Run Across Haiti'
A man from Aspinwall is one of 30 American runners taking part in a "Run Across Haiti" next month.
Health Officials Confirm First Case Of Zika In West Virginia
West Virginia health officials say the first case of the Zika virus has been reported in the state.
Haitian Earthquake Survivor Thriving At Pittsburgh College
Today marks the fifth anniversary of a massive earthquake in Haiti that killed thousands of people.
Haiti Marks 5th Anniversary Of Deadly Quake, Local Hospital Honored
Haiti is marking the fifth anniversary of a devastating earthquake, and a Pittsburgh based hospital in that country is being honored.
PTL Links: Sept. 19, 2014
Some of today's topics include: Every Child Presents Challenge the Champions Sewickley Show-Antiques Re-imagined Grow Pittsburgh's 5th Annual Fundraiser Click here for more of today's links!
Local Organization Taking In Central American Refugees
You've seen them on the national news and heard of their perilous journeys across the dessert, fleeing drug-invested and poverty-stricken Central America.
August Wilson Hopes To Draw Visitors With New Haiti Exhibit
This is not the Haiti that we see in network images of poverty and disaster.
KDKA-AM Exclusive: Haiti's Milk Problem
Ever since the horrible earthquake several years ago in Haiti local ladies Jamie & Allie McMutrie who are the founders of HaitianFamiliesFirst.org.
Friday's KDKA Afternoon News: Feb. 15, 2013
PITTSBURGH (NewsRadio 1020 KDKA) -- KDKA Radio's Bill Rehkopf made his triumphant return from illness to the Friday edition of the KDKA Afternoon News.
Brain Tumor Survivor A True Inspiration As She Works To Help Haitian Orphans
During her senior year at North Allegheny High School, her life was inalterably changed by a brain tumor. It set Christina Schuliger on an arduous two-year path of rehabilitation and struggle in which she's had to relearn even the simplest tasks. But she defied her doctor's expectations.
DEFEND YOUR RIDE: Ian Rosenberger From Survivor Palau At Highland Park
"My car may look small, but it fits my 6-foot-7 frame just fine." - Ian Rosenberger from Survivor Palau and his Toyota Prius
Final 3 Haitian Orphans Brought To Pittsburgh After Earthquake Adopted
It's been two years since the devastating earthquake that rocked Haiti. Hundreds of orphans there were left with nothing. Dozens of those children were brought here to Pittsburgh for a new life, and today, the last three adoptions were finalized.
Team Tassy Raising Money For Haitians Needing Medical Care
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Pickett's game-winning drive helps Steelers beat Seahawks
It was the dawning of a new era for the Steelers and they began this new era with an impressive win.
Police respond to multiple incidents in McKeesport
It is unknown if these two incidents are connected at this time.
98-year-old former Allderdice High School principal honored at class reunion
Bill Fisher was the principal at Taylor Allderdice High School from 1971 to 1991.
Pittsburgh Weather: Cool, comfortable temperatures arrive
An early taste of autumn weather is here.
Motorcyclists turn out in full force to honor late police officer
More than 1,000 motorcyclists gathered to honor the late police officer.
Braddock hosts annual Community Day
Vendors, live performances, games, and food were all on display for patrons.
Matthew Boice, East Washington mayor, passes away
Boice was sworn in as mayor earlier this year.
Washington County Agricultural Fair gets underway
The fair traces its roots back to 1798.
Dems: Abortion access question should be put to W.Va. voters
West Virginia Democrats want voters to be able to decide whether abortion should continue to be allowed in the state.
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Pickett's game-winning drive helps Steelers beat Seahawks
It was the dawning of a new era for the Steelers and they began this new era with an impressive win.
Police respond to multiple incidents in McKeesport
It is unknown if these two incidents are connected at this time.
98-year-old former Allderdice High School principal honored at class reunion
Bill Fisher was the principal at Taylor Allderdice High School from 1971 to 1991.
Pittsburgh Weather: Cool, comfortable temperatures arrive
An early taste of autumn weather is here.
Motorcyclists turn out in full force to honor late police officer
More than 1,000 motorcyclists gathered to honor the late police officer.
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John Fetterman says he's 'grateful' as he returns to campaign trail
It was his first campaign appearance rally since suffering a stroke prior to the primary.
Judge vows to move quickly on dispute over mail-in votes
The Commonwealth Court judge said she will rule as quickly as possible.
Mar-a-Lago search warrant released, reveals FBI seized top-secret classified documents
The Justice Department is investigating the former president for potential Espionage Act violations.
Trump lawyers agree to public release of Mar-a-Lago search warrant
The Justice Department asked a federal court to unseal the warrant, citing public interest in the case, and Trump said he encouraged its release.
DOJ moves to unseal search warrant used to seize docs from Trump's home
Attorney General Merrick Garland revealed he "personally approved" the extraordinary decision to seek the warrant.
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Going back to school on a budget
We're talking with the thrifty Brittany Newcomb who has some great tips for parents on how to back to school shop on a budget!
PNC Bank to eliminate non-sufficient fund fees
The move is a follow-up to the launch of PNC's "Low-Cash Mode" alerts.
Lyons Magnus expands recall of nutritional drinks
Lyons is expanding a recall of several protein and nutritional drinks.
Lyons expands recall nutritional drinks
Lyons is expanding a recall of several protein and nutritional drinks.
Electric generation costs in Pennsylvania increasing again Sept. 1
Pennsylvania regulators are warning that the cost of electric generation will increase again for some customers next month.
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That's A Wrap: Aug. 12, 2022
That's a wrap for this week on PTL!
Something Good: Back to school pics (8/12)
We want to see your back to school photos!
PTL Pupdate: Canine Companions graduation day
It's graduation day for the newest crop of Canine Companions' service dogs!
Avoiding back pain from backpacks
We're talking with Dr. Jocelyn Idema, a spine and orthopedic surgeon, about how to help your kids avoid back pain from those overstuffed backpacks.
Going back to school on a budget
We're talking with the thrifty Brittany Newcomb who has some great tips for parents on how to back to school shop on a budget!
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In 10 months as Washington County DA, Jason Walsh seeks death penalty against 8
Seeking the death penalty will come at considerable costs to Washington County's taxpayers.
City says affordable housing is one way to help people experiencing homelessness
What is being done to help people experiencing homelessness in the city of Pittsburgh?
KDKA Investigates: Helping people experiencing homelessness in Pittsburgh
Homelessness is on the rise in our region, up 21 percent in Allegheny County from last year.
Developers say cracker plant in Beaver County will be economic boost needed for region
Shell's cracker plant in Beaver County is finally set to open later this summer.
Environmentalists watch water quality with cracker plant set to open in Beaver County
Shell's cracker plant in Beaver County is finally set to open later this summer.
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Polio detected in NYC's sewage, suggesting virus circulating
Last month, the New York Health Department reported the nation's first case of polio in almost a decade, in Rockland County, north of New York City.
Johnson & Johnson to discontinue all talc-based baby powder by 2023
The decision is part of the transition to all cornstarch-based powder.
CDC updates its COVID-19 guidelines in sweeping overhaul
The agency says the new revisions acknowledge "the pandemic is not over" but should not disrupt daily life as much as it used to.
'It's sort of the anti-diet:' Taking back control of your health through intuitive eating
We're all programmed to listen to peer pressure and social pressure when it comes to food and weight but how can that change?
"Terrifying" study links climate hazards to hundreds of infectious diseases
"There is no speculation here whatsoever," the study's lead author said. "These are things that have already happened."
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Steelers and Seahawks set for preseason matchup at Acrisure Stadium
There will be plenty for fans tonight on the North Shore.
Pirates open series against Giants with 5-3 loss
It was the Pirates sixth loss in eight games.
Browns' Deshaun Watson apologizes 'to all the women I have impacted'
Deshaun Watson was accused of sexually harassing or assaulting the women during the therapy sessions in 2020 and 2021.
AP source: Deshaun Watson willing to accept 8-game suspension, fine
The biggest question is whether the NFL would make this compromise.
Mike Tomlin announces Mitch Trubisky will start first preseason game
Tomlin made the announcement during his Thursday press conference.
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CEO of Brighton Rehab, 4 others indicted on health care fraud charges
Federal investigators have indicted five people, including the CEO of Brighton Rehab and Wellness Center in Beaver County, of health care fraud.
Unpaid unemployment: the frustrations surrounding delays in receiving payments
Several times per week here at KDKA, we hear from unemployed people whose frustrations have boiled over while trying to get some help from the state -- so John Shumway went asking for answers.
Animal shelters overwhelmed as more and more people surrender their pets
Animal shelters in some areas of the country are seeing more pets returned to their care.
Recall expands for baked goods possibly contaminated with plastic pieces
Enjoy Life Natural Brands is expanding its voluntary recall of baked goods over the potential presence of hard pieces of plastic.
Kraft Heinz reaches deal to continue presence at Acrisure Stadium
The iconic Heinz Ketchup bottles may no longer be on the end zone scoreboard, but they are not leaving Acrisure Stadium.
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Yo-Yo Ma to join Pittsburgh Symphony for one-night performance in February
The legendary cellist will be in Pittsburgh for one night only.
Organizers announce plans for Little Italy Days in Bloomfield
The 20th annual Pittsburgh Little Italy Days returns to Bloomfield on Aug. 18-21.
Motown legend Lamont Dozier dead at 81
Over a four-year period, 1963-67, Lamont Dozier and brothers Brian and Eddie Holland crafted more than 25 top 10 songs.
Ethan Coen to film new movie in the Pittsburgh area
You can be featured in the upcoming film.
Olivia Newton-John, beloved singer and actress, dies at 73
Her husband John Easterling announced her passing on her Facebook page.
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Police respond to multiple scenes in McKeesport
Two incidents, not that far from one another, were taken up by police in McKeesport. It's unknown at this time if the incidents are related.
Former Allderdice school principal honored
Celebrating the Class of 1972, former students from Taylor Allderdice High School also took time to honor the school's longtime former principal, Bill Fisher.
KDKA-TV Weekend Forecast (8/13)
Get the latest weather updates with meteorologist Kristin Emery's forecast!
Motorcyclists gather to honor fallen police officer
KDKA's Bryant Reed was on location at the fifth annual Brian Shaw Memorial Ride, where over 1,000 bikers turned out to honor Shaw, a fallen police officer.
Check out Braddock Community Day
Dozens of vendors, live entertainment, and great food are some of the things you'll find at the annual bash.
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Guess Who? Go back to school with the KDKA Team
We've collected the class pictures of our KDKA team. Can you guess who's who from these photos?
Goodbye Heinz Field: Ketchup bottles and signage removed to make way for Acrisure Stadium
On Monday, July 18, 2022, crews were hard at work at the former Heinz Field. They were taking down signage to make way for Acrisure Stadium. After removing the endzone ketchup bottles on Monday and Tuesday, the iconic Heinz Field sign on the front of the stadium was taken down.
Artist renderings offer early look of new UPMC Presbyterian Hospital
The new UPMC Presbyterian Hospital will stand 17-stories high and have 636 private patient rooms, officials said.
17 train cars derail in Harmar Township, injuring 3
More than a dozen tanker cars derailed in Harmar Township, sending three people to the hospital on Thursday.
Pittsburgh Marathon returns, thousands of runners participate
Pittsburgh Marathon weekend 2022 brought hundreds of thousands of people into the city. Despite a rainy day, runners made their way through 14 city neighborhoods.
