Extreme heat affects millions of workers. Will new proposed rules bring relief?
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.
The Steelers announced a partnership with MeiGray to sell refurbished seats from the home of the team.
Trial jurors said they couldn't agree on the more serious charge of murder, prompting the judge to declare a mistrial on that count.
It will be an up-and-down weather weekend for Mother's Day in Pittsburgh, with rain, sun, clouds, and mild temperatures.
Just before midnight, two people were trapped in stalled cars on the Monongahela Incline.
Police said that George Mitchell was wanted in connection with a deadly stabbing and a hit-and-run crash.
The Steelers announced a partnership with MeiGray to sell refurbished seats from the home of the team.
Trial jurors said they couldn't agree on the more serious charge of murder, prompting the judge to declare a mistrial on that count.
It will be an up-and-down weather weekend for Mother's Day in Pittsburgh, with rain, sun, clouds, and mild temperatures.
Just before midnight, two people were trapped in stalled cars on the Monongahela Incline.
Police said that George Mitchell was wanted in connection with a deadly stabbing and a hit-and-run crash.
Pennsylvania state lawmakers on both sides of the aisle are talking about suspending the gas tax for some relief.
Democratic Gov. Josh Shapiro raised $3.6 million over five weeks, an aide said.
Live updating Ohio primary election results for May 5, 2026.
A Character AI chatbot falsely claimed to be a licensed psychiatrist in Pennsylvania and provided an invalid license number, the state alleged.
Voters headed to the polls on Tuesday in Ohio and Indiana — in the Buckeye State, they cast ballots in Senate, House and governor's primary races, while Hoosiers are weighing in on House and state races.
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.
All three remaining Smokey Bones locations in the Pittsburgh area have closed after the restaurant chain's parent company filed for bankruptcy.
Wegmans now owns the land in Cranberry Township that will house its first Pittsburgh-area location.
As the war in Iran continues, the impact is hitting Americans' wallets, especially at the gas pump.
Our resident movie buff, Ron Smiley, is here with his Reel Review of what’s new on screen.
Bold looks, custom vibes, and pieces that actually match your style. Daisy’s giving us some ideas for a new outdoor space with some help from Levin Furniture & Mattress!
Group painting nights and art classes are having a moment, but what if the studio came to you? Hannah Wolfe with The Traveling Palette has brought the painting to us!
For many Pittsburghers, the May Market, which will soon be open at Phipps Conservatory, marks the start of planting season. Boaz is there for a sneak peek!
Coupon expert Shayna tells us how to make the most of Mother’s Day and Memorial Day deals.
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 Downtown Neighbors Alliance's board voted Thursday to dissolve the organization.
Mexican street corn-inspired trail mix made by Illinois food company was sold at Target and other retailers, as well as online.
A new report from Public Citizen identified several Pittsburgh-area hospitals that could be at risk of closing due to federal budget cuts.
Allegheny Health Network's Psychiatry and Behavioral Health Institute moved to a new space on Friday.
Across the country, there's a rise in cases of a seasonal illness that's causing medical professionals to speak out.
As nurses from UPMC Magee Womens Hospital continue to negotiate their first union contract, two of them visited D.C. to fight for their patients.
The Steelers announced a partnership with MeiGray to sell refurbished seats from the home of the team.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Brandon Lowe had three hits, including his 10th homer, and Joey Bart also went deep to back Mitch Keller, and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 4-2.
The Penguins announced contract extensions for forward Connor Dewar and defenseman Ilya Solovyov.
Paul Skenes threw eight brilliant innings in one of the best outings of the young star's career, Brandon Lowe hit a solo homer and the Pittsburgh Pirates edged the Arizona Diamondbacks 1-0.
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.
The Atlanta-based railroad said Friday that it earned $547 million, or $2.43 per share, down from $750 million, or $3.31 per share, a year ago.
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.
Jake was at the funeral for one of his closest friends when he learned of his parents' deaths, he said.
Two people were killed in a crash near Pittsburgh's Fort Duquesne Bridge and parents are facing charges after their teen crashed his dirt bike into a car. Here are those stories and more from KDKA this week.
Stay on top of local weather with First Alert Meteorologist Ron Smiley's forecast!
Our resident movie buff, Ron Smiley, is here with his Reel Review of what’s new on screen.
Bold looks, custom vibes, and pieces that actually match your style. Daisy’s giving us some ideas for a new outdoor space with some help from Levin Furniture & Mattress!
Two people had to be rescued overnight after two of the Mon Incline cars stalled. KDKA's Ross Guidotti has the details.
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.
