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While five states have laws in place protecting workers from excessive heat, for decades there have been no federal protections.
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While five states have laws in place protecting workers from excessive heat, for decades there have been no federal protections.
Hey Ray, why is it when it gets too hot, airplanes cannot fly?
The U.S. has contended with unrelenting temperatures this summer, and a map from NASA paints a dire picture of the scale of those persistent heat waves.
Due to some intense heat and humidity, the city of Pittsburgh has opened five of its cooling centers as forecasted temperatures look to exceed 90 degrees.
What kind of precautions do firefighters take to cool off in hot weather?
What kind of precautions do firefighters take to cool off in hot weather? KDKA-TV's Megan Shinn went looking for answers.
On Wednesday, Morgantown Police were alerted to an infant left inside a car.
KDKA-TV's Alexandra Todd shares tips and warning signs that parents and children can use if asthma flares up during hot weather.
Summer is around the corner, so it will only get hotter.
The heat will be on again Wednesday, and it'll be high enough that students at dozens of Pittsburgh Public Schools will be learning from home instead of their classrooms.
KDKA-TV's Chris Hoffman shares some simple tips to stay cool if you lack an A/C unit.
If there is no air conditioner in your apartment or house, you will want to make sure you are finding ways to get air moving. KDKA-TV's Chris Hoffman shares more details.
While the heat breaks overnight, we all know what it's like when summer temperatures spike for days. Energy crews prepare for those extreme conditions all year long.
While the heat breaks overnight, we all know what it’s like when summer temperatures spike for days. Energy crews prepare for those extreme conditions all year long. KDKA-TV's Megan Shinn reports.
Climate change means wine could soon have a higher alcohol content — but spoil faster and smell worse.
No one wants to wake up in bed shivering, but this is the week when you have to think about the temperature in the house and expect the furnace may be needed.
A parent whose two students attend Greenfield told KDKA the building has no air conditioning, and to add to the problem, he said they can't open the windows.
A parent whose two students attend Greenfield told KDKA the building has no air conditioning, and to add to the problem, he said they can't open the windows. KDKA's Erika Stanish shares the story.
As sports and schools return, the heat is still here and that could be a risk for the young athletes.
Pittsburgh City Council unanimously approved the appointment of Jason Lando as Pittsburgh's chief of police on Wednesday.
Dozens of drivers have found themselves dealing with flat tires after driving on a stretch of Route 28 near Tarentum.
It was only a few months ago that Pennsylvania passed the 2025 budget several months late, and now the process begins for this year.
The Lions fan who was involved in an altercation with Steelers WR DK Metcalf and filed a $100 million lawsuit held a press conference.
With all the recent snow and cold temperatures, does that guarantee the Pittsburgh area will experience a lot of flooding this spring?
Pittsburgh City Council unanimously approved the appointment of Jason Lando as Pittsburgh's chief of police on Wednesday.
Dozens of drivers have found themselves dealing with flat tires after driving on a stretch of Route 28 near Tarentum.
It was only a few months ago that Pennsylvania passed the 2025 budget several months late, and now the process begins for this year.
The Lions fan who was involved in an altercation with Steelers WR DK Metcalf and filed a $100 million lawsuit held a press conference.
With all the recent snow and cold temperatures, does that guarantee the Pittsburgh area will experience a lot of flooding this spring?
It was only a few months ago that Pennsylvania passed the 2025 budget several months late, and now the process begins for this year.
Pennsylvania Gov. Shapiro delivered his fourth budget address at the State Capitol in Harrisburg, three months after last year's budget was passed by state lawmakers.
A federal judge on Monday blocked the Trump administration from revoking Temporary Protected Status for Haitians, granting a last-minute reprieve to 350,000 immigrants who were set to lose protections on Tuesday.
Five-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos and his father were released from ICE custody on Sunday, a day after a federal court ordered their release.
The U.S. House Judiciary Committee's inquiry said the panel has questions about why the Department of Justice released only half of the estimated pages of the Jeffrey Epstein files.
A woman and her husband are fighting for a $400 refund after they bought furniture from a Value City Furniture store.
It's the end of an era for a grocery store in Carrick.
A Pennsylvania couple says Kia wrongly denied a warranty claim after their car's engine failed at 80,000 miles.
Scams targeting utility customers are on the rise in Pennsylvania, the attorney general says.
A handful of Pittsburgh-area Value City Furniture stores are going out of business after their parent company filed for bankruptcy.
We're keeping the romance alive on PTL as we're joined by Carrie Nardini from the I Made It Market to get some unique ideas for Valentine's Day gifts!
With Valentine's Day around the corner, it's the perfect time to see if your relationship could use a little updating. Certified life coach Marlene Boas is back with Heather and David and has some romance tips!
During a Friday Free For All a few weeks ago, Nina Lyons wrote in asking if we ever would feature a viewer in a cooking segment. Now, she joins Heather and David in the PTL Kitchen to whip up a little pastina with egg!
Moms have a busy lifestyle, so finding the trendiest outfits often isn't a priority. We're joined by Joanna Heyman who shows Heather and David some fashionable fits for those busy moms!
PTL hosts Heather Abraham and David Highfield discuss Pittsburgh culture, trending news and social media, food, sports, and more. Plus, a preview of what's to come on today's show.
Residents of Millvale are trying to get back to normal after last weekend's major snowstorm.
Tracing the past of Shane Hennen and how his troubled life in Pittsburgh pointed to his future downfall.
People in Avella, Washington County, say they have no phone coverage.
Residents and leaders in Charleroi are concerned about the integrity of roads after a trench collapse last year and ongoing construction.
Patrick Vereb is accused of taking money from pet owners who believed their animals would receive dignified cremations.
Southwestern Pennsylvania's cold and snowy winter is taking its toll on more than just our roadways and walkways.
The Liberty-Clairton area is under a code orange air quality action day, according to the Pa. Dept. of Environmental Protection.
The cold weather and lingering snow affect more than just the roads and our cars, it affects our brains.
After the historic snowfall, dangerously low temperatures crept into the Pittsburgh region, bringing a hidden danger that can turn painful in seconds.
The yearly tradition marks the start of months of training for Pittsburgh Marathon participants.
The Lions fan who was involved in an altercation with Steelers WR DK Metcalf and filed a $100 million lawsuit held a press conference.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Caleb Jones has been suspended 20 games for using a performance enhancing substance, the NHL announced on Wednesday.
As the hype builds before the NFL Draft, a brand-new documentary will showcase Western Pennsylvania's football history.
Bo Horvat scored his second goal of the game 52 seconds into overtime and the Islanders beat the Penguins 5-4 on Tuesday night.
More than 140 employees at Nemacolin were informed they were being let go.
It's been about six years since the pandemic, and a lot of people working from home, but now companies are slowly calling them back to the office.
Pittsburgh Mayor Corey O'Connor on Tuesday announced a new initiative aimed at revitalizing neighborhood business districts across the city.
A handful of Pittsburgh-area Value City Furniture stores are going out of business after their parent company filed for bankruptcy.
It has been five years since the home improvement retailer Menards bought a large parcel of land off Route 30 in Westmoreland County.
Filming for the final season of "Mayor of Kingstown" is expected to take place between March and June.
Many Super Bowl 60 ads are already online, along with teasers for commercials that will be unveiled during the NFL championship on Feb. 8.
"Stick Season" singer Noah Kahan is coming to Pittsburgh this summer.
Music's biggest night returned Sunday with the 68th annual Grammy Awards. Here is how to watch and stream and what to know.
Catherine O'Hara was best known for her comic performances in projects including "Home Alone," "Beetlejuice," and "Schitt's Creek."
Pittsburgh City Council unanimously approved the appointment of Jason Lando as Pittsburgh's chief of police on Wednesday.
The clock is always ticking on getting a state budget done. It was only a few months ago that Pennsylvania passed the 2025 budget several months late, and now the process begins for this year. Chris Hoffman reports.
A man is facing multiple charges after a viral video showed him using racial slurs at a woman in a Westmoreland County Walmart, Pennsylvania State Police announced on Wednesday. Mamie Bah reports.
Stay on top of local weather with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast!
At Aliquippa High School, Mike Ditka seemed to do it all as a multi-sport athlete, and that's where his journey to NFL greatness began.
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.
