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Florida authorities have issued another stern warning about Hurricane Irma: Shooting bullets into the storm won't help keep you saf
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Florida authorities have issued another stern warning about Hurricane Irma: Shooting bullets into the storm won't help keep you saf
Hurricane Irma set all sorts of records for brute strength before crashing into Florida, flattening islands in the Caribbean and swamping the Florida Keys.
As Hurricane Irma was zeroing in on Florida, out-of-state visitors were scrambling and keeping their fingers crossed, hoping they could find ways to get out of harm's way.
The National Weather Service says the first hurricane-force wind gust has been recorded in the Florida Keys as Irma inches closer to the state.
As Hurricane Irma prepares to make landfall in Florida, experts believe it has the potential to bring heavy rain and high winds to the Pittsburgh area.
Hurricane Irma weakens to Category 3 storm with 125 mph winds, but will likely regain strength before slamming Florida.
Florida's governor is warning residents that storm surge of up to 12 feet in places will inundate houses.
The National Hurricane Center says the eye of powerful Hurricane Irma is expected to hit southwest Florida and Tampa sometime Sunday, but the entire state will feel the storm's effects.
A local couple has made it to Puerto Rico after a harrowing few days on a Caribbean island ravaged by Hurricane Irma.
A woman who grew up in Punxsutawney and currently lives in Tampa is 39 weeks pregnant and worried about going into labor when Hurricane Irma hits.
Airports in Florida are shutting down, and evacuees waited for hours at Miami International Airport, describing the situation as "chaotic."
Jennifer Lawrence is facing backlash online for suggesting that monster hurricanes that just devastated Texas and another nearing Florida may have been prompted by Donald Trump becoming president.
Hurricane Jose has now become an extremely dangerous Category 4 hurricane, threatening Caribbean islands already devastated by Hurricane Irma.
Hurricane Irma has weakened to a Category 4 storm Friday as it batters the Caribbean on a path toward Florida, but remains a powerful hurricane.
Charities from our area are already preparing to help victims of Hurricane Irma.
Throughout Western Pennsylvania, people are keeping a wary eye on the path of Hurricane Irma. The concern is for friends, relatives, and former neighbors in the path of the Category 5 hurricane.
The death toll of Hurricane Irma has risen to at least 10 as the Category 5 storm roars through the Caribbean.
They moved south to take advantage of the Florida sunshine and now thousands of former western Pennsylvanians find themselves in the path of Hurricane Irma.
With Hurricane Irma closing in on the United States, the NFL has decided to postpone the Tampa Bay Buccaneers-Miami Dolphins game.
The most powerful Atlantic Ocean hurricane in recorded history has made its first landfall in the islands of the northeast Caribbean.
Hurricane Irma's looming arrival is already preventing the Miami Dolphins from hosting their home opener this weekend, and Pittsburgh may be on the list as a neutral site for the game.
The most powerful Atlantic Ocean hurricane in recorded history made its first landfall in the islands of the northeast Caribbean early Wednesday morning, following a path predicted to then rake Puerto Rico, the Dominican Republic, Haiti and Cuba before possibly heading for Florida over the weekend.
Floridians took advantage of the Labor Day holiday to empty many store shelves of drinking water and other supplies in advance of Hurricane Irma.
Hurricane Irma has strengthened into a Category 4 storm as it approaches the northeast Caribbean.
Neighbors in Pittsburgh's Mount Washington neighborhood say a dump truck got stuck on its side after falling into a hole.
The Supreme Court on Tuesday struck down President Trump's executive order seeking to end birthright citizenship.
The Supreme Court upheld state laws from West Virginia and Idaho that restricted participation by transgender athletes in girls' and women's sports.
American workers' share of the nation's income is at its lowest point in almost 80 years, as more of the economy's gains flow to corporations and investors.
A heat wave is bearing down on western Pennsylvania with high temperatures and "feels like" temperatures expected to be near 100 degrees.
A heat wave is bearing down on western Pennsylvania with high temperatures and "feels like" temperatures expected to be near 100 degrees.
Neighbors in Pittsburgh's Mount Washington neighborhood say a dump truck got stuck on its side after falling into a hole.
The hottest temperatures of 2026 are expected this week with heat indexes forecasted to be near 100 degrees.
The Supreme Court on Tuesday struck down President Trump's executive order seeking to end birthright citizenship.
The heat is on in the Pittsburgh area this week. Here's how high the temperatures will get.
The Supreme Court on Tuesday struck down President Trump's executive order seeking to end birthright citizenship.
The Supreme Court upheld state laws from West Virginia and Idaho that restricted participation by transgender athletes in girls' and women's sports.
The Supreme Court on Monday ruled that states can count mail ballots that are cast by Election Day but arrive later, rejecting a GOP challenge to a Mississippi law.
A unanimous federal jury found that a preponderance of evidence supported Carroll's claim that Mr. Trump sexually abused her.
Bolton agreed to pay a $2.25 million fine, pleading guilty to one count of retaining classified national security information.
Imagine finding out the home you own is no longer yours, even though you weren't behind on your mortgage or selling it.
Schewbel's is closing after 120 years, meaning Giant Eagle will have to find a new bakery to make its branded bread.
Schwebel's, which sells bread at grocery stores across western Pennsylvania, is closing after 120 years.
A Pennsylvania state lawmaker is proposing giving taxpayers $250 to celebrate America's birthday.
Buc-ee's plans to open another store in Ohio, bringing its gas station, convenience store and smiling buck-toothed beaver mascot closer to the Pennsylvania stateline.
Continuing on his historic tour through western Pennsylvania, Boaz takes us to the Century Inn, just in time for America’s birthday.
Pittsburgh native Hannah Rosenberg unveils her writing journey and the messages behind her book.
Dr. Lori turns back time with these items from the 1800s!
The America250 celebrations are all over the city. Daisy Jade is taking us to the Fort Pitt Museum to explore how they are gearing up for this Saturday’s birthday bash!
On this Taste It Tuesday, Ron and Heather get their hands on the Sheetz Big Glizzy hot dog!
Rising Tide Partners began acquiring depressed properties five years ago with the promise of transforming struggling neighborhoods.
A Westmoreland County woman is demanding answers after she said a broken pipe flooded her apartment in Rostraver Township.
The school board in McKeesport has called a special meeting on Wednesday to decide the future of its football coaching staff.
Delta-8 is unregulated and untested, and more and more users are paying the price.
A family in Whitehall says nearly 30 years after a freak accident changed their lives forever, they are looking for help.
Representatives from UPMC and Allegheny County Public Safety held a demonstration to encourage firework safety in Pittsburgh.
When you hear you're diagnosed with cancer, it can be overwhelming. It can leave questions, anger and a feeling of seclusion.
Allegheny County health officials said babies who have died from sudden unexpected infant death have more than doubled since 2000.
Lone star ticks have been found in Franklin and Erie counties in Pennsylvania.
Pittsburgh, with its natural beauty and parks, can be a great place for people to put the phones down and enjoy life.
Esmerlyn Valdez and Jared Triolo both hit home runs to help the Pirates escape an early five-run deficit, and Endy Rodriguez closed the deal with a three-run homer in the ninth for an 11-7 win over the Phillies on Monday night.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Ryan O'Hearn homered twice and drove in four runs to lead the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 9-4 victory over the Cincinnati Reds.
Eugenio Suárez hit a three-run homer with two outs in the ninth inning that rallied the Cincinnati Reds to a 9-7 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Pinch-hitter Noelvi Marte hit a tiebreaking, two-run homer in the eighth inning after Cincinnati scored four runs off Paul Skenes in the second, and the Reds beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 6-4.
Schewbel's is closing after 120 years, meaning Giant Eagle will have to find a new bakery to make its branded bread.
A federal judge has extended his block on enforcement of an Ohio law that would require children under 16 to get parental consent to use social media apps while a legal challenge proceeds.
Schwebel's, which sells bread at grocery stores across western Pennsylvania, is closing after 120 years.
Pittsburgh City Council has approved new legislation that would put new restrictions on vape shops.
Buc-ee's plans to open another store in Ohio, bringing its gas station, convenience store and smiling buck-toothed beaver mascot closer to the Pennsylvania stateline.
Anthrocon 2026, dubbed "Critters, Cryptids and Curses," will return to the David L. Lawrence Convention Center.
Road closures will be in place ahead of the America250PA concert at Point State Park on Saturday, June 27.
Clive Davis helped shape the careers of music stars including Janis Joplin, Bruce Springsteen and Whitney Houston.
Pittsburgh's South Side Street Fest is officially underway, aiming to create a safer and welcoming South Side.
Luke Skywalker's lightsaber from the "Star Wars" sequel "The Empire Strikes Back" is expected to sell for at least $1 million at an upcoming auction.
Several communities in the Pittsburgh area have adjusted their trash pickup times as the region is bracing for a heat wave. KDKA-TV's Megan Shinn reports.
Neighbors in Pittsburgh’s Mount Washington neighborhood were woken up Tuesday after they say a dump truck carrying stone or gravel was backing down a steep hill and got stuck on its side after falling into a hole. KDKA-TV's Jessica Riley reports.
Stay on top of local weather with First Alert Meteorologist Mary Ours' forecast!
The Supreme Court struck down President Trump's executive order seeking to end birthright citizenship, reaffirming the more than 100-year-old understanding that nearly all of those born in the United States are citizens.
The Supreme Court ruled states can prohibit transgender athletes from competing on girls' and women's sports teams, a decision that delivers the latest setback for transgender rights.
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.
