Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg Trying To Expedite Money For Local Bridge Repairs After Collapse
U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg says the collapse of the Fern Hollow Bridge was "a blunt reminder."
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U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg says the collapse of the Fern Hollow Bridge was "a blunt reminder."
At a time of unprecedented public concern about the condition of our bridges, it's a sight to give pause: thin wooden posts under each corner of the South Negley Avenue Bridge, which at least to the untrained eye, appear to be supporting the aging and rusted span above.
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation has ordered structural reviews of five other bridges with similar construction to the Pittsburgh bridge that collapsed Friday.
For the past decade, you've been paying the third-highest gas tax in the nation at the pump -- money that was intended to fix our bridges and our roads. Only that's not where it went.
Mayor Ed Gainey and city Councilman Corey O'Connor are calling for the formation of a task force that will identify the local infrastructure most in need of attention and repair.
The collapse of the Fern Hollow Bridge has raised a lot of questions.
Help is here at Fern Hollow Bridge and more could be on the way Saturday.
President Joe Biden has landed in West Mifflin, and KDKA has confirmed he's coming straight to the site of the bridge collapse in Pittsburgh's Point Breeze neighborhood.
President Joe Biden will visit Pittsburgh Friday.
U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg was in Philadelphia on Friday to announce a new bridge repair program.
With the bipartisan infrastructure bill now law, Pennsylvania is set to receive $18 billion of the money.
Pennsylvania is going to get billions of dollars under President Joe Biden's Bipartisan Infrastructure Deal that Congress approved last Friday.
It's the biggest public works project in the history of the region: $2.5 billion in construction aimed at cleaning up our rivers and streams.
As Congress debates an infrastructure plan, what would its passage mean for the Pittsburgh area?
Congressional Democrats continue to debate how much to spend on President Joe Biden's human infrastructure bill.
The City of Pittsburgh released a transportation plan for the next 50 years, and it includes several ambitious projects like gondolas and rapid direct transit to the airport.
The Senate has voted to take up consideration of a bipartisan multi-billion dollar infrastructure bill endorsed by President Biden.
A transportation funding commission is preparing to recommend how to raise billions more dollars in Pennsylvania for a 21st-century highway system, a report that will land at a politically touchy time and is expected to kick off a debate that could last years.
After a report came out saying Pennsylvania's roads and bridges rank towards the bottom of the country, we got some answers.
Details still need to be worked out, but a potential bipartisan plan on infrastructure has been reached by senators in Washington D.C.
United States Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg is in Pittsburgh today.
As Senator Manchin pushed for a slimmed-down infrastructure bill, he says he's not a roadblock to President Biden's agenda.
Even as President Biden signaled he was open to compromise over the American Jobs Plan, Republicans continue to state their opposition.
President Joe Biden wants Congress to know he's sincere about cutting a deal on infrastructure, but Republican lawmakers have deep-seated doubts about the scope of his proposed package, its tax hikes and Biden's premise that this is an inflection point for the U.S. as a world power.
President Joe Biden unveiled a $2 trillion infrastructure plan during a visit to the Pittsburgh area this afternoon.
Months after a jury found a man not guilty on all charges related to the death of his 6-month-old son, the child's mother continues to fight for justice.
Flock license plate readers are coming to the City of Washington, police said.
A Pennsylvania woman was charged with involuntary manslaughter after authorities said she pushed her mother into a wall, causing her to fall down a flight of stairs to her death.
Former NFL player and Jeannette star Terrelle Pryor is facing a drug possession charge after a traffic stop in Monroeville, according to court paperwork.
A Maryland man is facing charges after authorities said he sold fake rare trading cards to a man in Westmoreland County, netting a $15,000 profit.
Months after a jury found a man not guilty on all charges related to the death of his 6-month-old son, the child's mother continues to fight for justice.
Flock license plate readers are coming to the City of Washington, police said.
A Pennsylvania woman was charged with involuntary manslaughter after authorities said she pushed her mother into a wall, causing her to fall down a flight of stairs to her death.
Former NFL player and Jeannette star Terrelle Pryor is facing a drug possession charge after a traffic stop in Monroeville, according to court paperwork.
A Maryland man is facing charges after authorities said he sold fake rare trading cards to a man in Westmoreland County, netting a $15,000 profit.
Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnic talked about U.S. Steel and "golden share."
A Pennsylvania state lawmaker is proposing giving taxpayers $250 to celebrate America's birthday.
Two men wounded in a shooting during then-presidential candidate Donald Trump's 2024 rally at the Butler Farm Show grounds are suing the United States.
A fractured majority of Republican justices sided with a sweeping challenge brought by local and county officials against Oak Run Solar.
The move by Republican Gov. Mike DeWine comes as tax breaks for energy-hungry AI data centers are increasingly playing a role in state budgets.
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.
A James Beard Award-nominated bar is coming back to Pittsburgh.
What if what's sitting in your jewelry drawer is worth more than you think?
The price of electricity in Pennsylvania is going up next month.
A melodic and iconic headliner at the Three Rivers Arts Festival, mini-golf at a museum, and so much more! Pittsburgh Magazine's Sean Collier is back to give us his best of the weekend!
Some bands have hits, other bands have fans, but few have become the heartbeat of a city the way The Clarks have in Pittsburgh. For 40 years, they've been doing it all, and Daisy Jade sat down with Scott Blasey and Greg Joseph to look back and ahead.
Entrepreneur and content creator Cami Nwokedi brings us a new tech tip for surviving your inbox!
Pittsburgh loves a good festival, and apparent so does Dr. Robby on The Pitt! In the show, he's spotted wearing a "Beers of the 'Burgh" hoodie, and here to tell us more are the founders of the festival!
Vigilance Theater Group brings us "Closing Time at the Moonside Cafe" which is a blend of theater, music, and a little bit of mystery. Daisy Jade grabs us a seat at the bar to find out what secrets we can uncover.
Many families with children attending schools in the Catholic Diocese of Pittsburgh said they are trying to figure out the logic behind their upcoming tuition bills.
Pittsburgh's fire boat has been on the water for nearly a decade, but it hasn't seen much action.
A lawsuit has been filed over the smell neighbors say is coming from the Sherwin-Williams plant in Rochester.
Naida Reed contacted KDKA Investigates after she said Pittsburgh Water failed to follow through on what crews allegedly promised.
What if what's sitting in your jewelry drawer is worth more than you think?
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.
Doctors say it looks like it will be a bad season for tick-borne diseases.
Temperatures could reach into the 90s this week in Pittsburgh, and that impacts everything, including your sleep.
Tyler Callihan hit the first two home runs of his career as the Pirates rallied past the Dodgers 9-8 on Wednesday night.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani was robbed of a home run after an incredible catch by Pirates outfielder Bryan Reynolds.
Golfweek listed Oakmont as the 6th best classic golf course in the United States.
The Dodgers quickly pulled away once Pirates ace Paul Skenes exited in a 12-3 win on Tuesday night.
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.
A James Beard Award-nominated bar is coming back to Pittsburgh.
A fractured majority of Republican justices sided with a sweeping challenge brought by local and county officials against Oak Run Solar.
The move by Republican Gov. Mike DeWine comes as tax breaks for energy-hungry AI data centers are increasingly playing a role in state budgets.
The Clarks are a band that Pittsburghers hear and think of home.
The Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra has extended the contract of music director Manfred Honeck through the 2032-2033 season.
The country group Little Big Town will perform at Citizens Live at the Wylie in October.
The second of two shows at Acrisure Stadium, originally scheduled for Saturday night, has been canceled, according to Wallen.
Ahead of a packed weekend here in Pittsburgh, many are taking to the three rivers ahead of a big country show.
Allegheny County police are investigating two shootings in Wilkinsburg that happened one right after the other Wednesday night. Two women were hurt in the first shooting and are in stable condition. KDKA's Lauren Linder reports.
A lightning strike knocked out power at the Pittsburgh International Airport on Thursday. Travelers were asked to plan for extra time in line. KDKA's Jennifer Borrasso reports.
Food is one of the most basic necessities, but for many families, it's becoming harder to afford. That's why Hello Neighbor and Salem's Market and Grill have teamed up to provide emergency food relief to refugee and immigrant families affected by SNAP benefit cuts.
Months after a jury found a man not guilty on all charges related to the death of his 6-month-old son, the child's mother continues to fight for justice.
President Trump said Thursday that a "great settlement" has been reached, and a signing could take place as soon as this weekend, likely in Europe. Iran hasn't confirmed any such agreement. Mr. Trump had earlier said he called off new military strikes on Iran, hours after threatening to escalate the war.
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.
