Sweltering summer temperatures prompt safety precautions for student-athletes
More than 160 million people are experiencing extreme heat in parts of the U.S. The dangerous heat has forced some young athletes to change how they practice.
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More than 160 million people are experiencing extreme heat in parts of the U.S. The dangerous heat has forced some young athletes to change how they practice.
The hot, sticky weekend is continuing into the start of the week.
Get the latest weather forecast from KDKA First Alert Meteorologist Ron Smiley.
Get the latest weather forecast from KDKA First Alert Meteorologist Ron Smiley.
Nine children have died in the U.S. after being left in hot cars this year, according to data from Kids and Car Safety.
Some people are seeking relief from the heat in libraries.
A Pittsburgh woman is facing charges after police said she left her dogs outside, giving both of them heat stroke.
A brutal heat wave across the eastern United States trapped millions of people in sweltering air this week with record-high temperatures.
Firefighters in Canton Township, Washington County, faced extreme heat and dry fire hydrants on Wednesday.
A pharmacist warns that certain medications may put people at greater risk of dehydration, heat exhaustion and heat stroke.
As the Pittsburgh area deals with the extreme heat, doctors are warning that there can be serious health consequences.
A lifeguard shortage is complicating the summer schedule of the public pool in Derry Borough, leaders say.
With extreme heat remaining in place across the Pittsburgh region through at least Wednesday, several cooling centers have opened to give residents a place to escape the dangerous temperatures.
Southwest Airlines launched a multi-million dollar initiative after extreme summer heat led to beverage cans bursting on flights.
An expert has tips on how to stay cool during the extreme heat in Pittsburgh.
While it's hot for humans, it's also hot for our furry friends. That includes both domestic and wild animals.
Residents are encouraged to check on neighbors, friends, and family, especially those who are older or medically vulnerable.
With temperatures rising into the 90s, here's how you can keep yourself and your loved ones cool and safe.
The sun is shining once again, and by Sunday, it's going to cause a scorcher, not just here, but across the country.
A heat wave is set to take shape in the Pittsburgh area starting Sunday.
Temperatures are expected to be in the 90s next week with "feels like" temperatures above 100 degrees.
Researchers say human-caused climate change dealt people an average of nearly six weeks of extra extreme heat in 2024, while also fueling more destructive storms.
A late-summer heat wave is creating dangerous conditions for student athletes. Here's what experts say.
While five states have laws in place protecting workers from excessive heat, for decades there have been no federal protections.
Excessive heat is the No. 1 cause of weather-related deaths in the U.S. Here's what to know about the symptoms of heat stroke and how to stay safe.
A 15-year-old boy was on a FaceTime call with a friend when he was killed in a crash in Juniata County, Pennsylvania.
Two people from Pennsylvania are facing charges after two girls from Tennessee were kidnapped, authorities said.
The 2026 Winter Olympics in Cortina, Italy, begin Friday, Feb. 6.
Many homeowners across the Pittsburgh area are dealing with ice dams.
Officials in Pittsburgh are urging people to stay off the frozen rivers
Punxsutawney Phil looked for his shadow during the 2026 Groundhog Day ceremony.
A 15-year-old boy was on a FaceTime call with a friend when he was killed in a crash in Juniata County, Pennsylvania.
Two people from Pennsylvania are facing charges after two girls from Tennessee were kidnapped, authorities said.
The 2026 Winter Olympics in Cortina, Italy, begin Friday, Feb. 6.
Many homeowners across the Pittsburgh area are dealing with ice dams.
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.
The federal agents who were involved in Saturday's deadly shooting of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis have been placed on administrative leave, a federal law enforcement official confirmed to CBS News.
Dozens of people came together on Tuesday in Downtown Pittsburgh to rally outside the federal building.
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro said Tuesday that the Trump administration's immigration crackdown in Minnesota "must be terminated" following the deadly shooting of a Minneapolis man by federal agents.
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.
It has been five years since the home improvement retailer Menards bought a large parcel of land off Route 30 in Westmoreland County.
We’re talking with a financial expert from Clearview Federal Credit Union to learn how to keep our money safe and insulated this winter.
Chef and content creator Doug Heilman is showing us how to wow our friends with a potato board.
We’re taking a look at some viral videos, and with the help of Edgar Snyder, learning who is at fault.
Boaz is knocking on the door. Will Phil answer?
Daisy is jumping into a winter sport you’ll see at the big games, and that is curling!
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.
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.
Firefighters have a 62% higher risk of cancer, and this week, the New Castle Central Fire Station hosted pre-screenings.
The 2026 Winter Olympics in Cortina, Italy, begin Friday, Feb. 6.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Pittsburgh is the best city in the country for football fans, according to a new ranking from WalletHub.
The surging Pittsburgh Penguins will have to find a way forward without longtime defenseman Kris Letang.
The Pittsburgh Penguins extended their winning streak to six with a 6-5 win over the New York Rangers.
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.
"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."
Old-school gamers and ex-pinball players have a new place to play some classic arcade games.
The country music superstar will headline an invite-only concert at the Rivers Casino the night before the NFL Draft in Pittsburgh.
Jasmine Jones, a Greensburg, Pennsylvania, native, is a former Hempfield High School track and field star who is now heading to the 2026 Winter Olympics in Cortina, Italy, as one of the newest members of Team USA's bobsled roster. KDKA-TV's Chris DeRose has more.
Many homeowners across the Pittsburgh area are dealing with ice dams
People are venturing out and walking on the city's frozen rivers. However, city officials warn against it.
Stay on top of local weather with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast!
After a major winter storm and record low temperatures, a homeowner in Glassport said her gas service has failed repeatedly, leaving her and her neighbors without reliable heat.
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.
