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.
Ryan O'Hearn blasted three home runs and set a franchise record with 10 RBIs as the Pirates drilled Atlanta 12-4.
A bar operating as an illegal speakeasy in Pittsburgh's Lincoln-Lemington neighborhood was shut down by the Allegheny County District Attorney's Office's Nuisance Bar Task Force.
The former Grandview United Presbyterian Church in Pittsburgh caught on fire on Tuesday evening.
More than three years after the Norfolk Southern train derailment, a $600 million class action settlement is finally paying out.
Sen. John Fetterman condemned his colleagues who continued backing Graham Platner amid a string of scandals.
The former Grandview United Presbyterian Church in Pittsburgh caught on fire on Tuesday evening.
A bar operating as an illegal speakeasy in Pittsburgh's Lincoln-Lemington neighborhood was shut down by the Allegheny County District Attorney's Office's Nuisance Bar Task Force.
The 16 children rescued from an Ohio home in deplorable conditions face a long road toward recovery, experts say.
Ryan O'Hearn blasted three home runs and set a franchise record with 10 RBIs as the Pirates drilled Atlanta 12-4.
More than three years after the Norfolk Southern train derailment, a $600 million class action settlement is finally paying out.
Sen. John Fetterman condemned his colleagues who continued backing Graham Platner amid a string of scandals.
Rep. Eric Davanzo later said he "will never apologize for putting patriotism before politics."
Some lawmakers say the Pennsylvania State Senate is stalling on a bill to increase the state's minimum wage.
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.
After about three dozen Allegheny County home deeds were fraudulently put into an LLC's name, experts are sharing tips for protecting yourself.
Giant Eagle has remained the dominant grocer in southwestern Pennsylvania for more than 40 years, and one of those reasons was the exit of Kroger.
A major healthcare merger is now official.
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.
The National Aviary is bringing the island vibes to Pittsburgh, with music, cocktails, and plenty of birds.
Dr. Lori brings us some pretty prints. Do you know what they're worth?
Chef Crystal from Giant Eagle is turning a fresh summer garden into a light, refreshing soup.
Taste it Tuesdays: Homemade Burger King Biscoff Sundae!
Daisy Jade took a trip to Izzazu Salon, Spa & Blowout Bar to learn some looks that will keep you feeling fresh in the summer heat.
There are several data centers on the drawing boards in southwestern Pennsylvania, raising concerns about noise and pollution.
Allegheny County is facing a major financial crisis that leaders are unsure how to address.
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.
For the eighth year, a mobile dental clinic is back in Pittsburgh, providing free preventive dental care for those living in underserved communities.
A major healthcare merger is now official.
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.
Ryan O'Hearn blasted three home runs and set a franchise record with 10 RBIs as the Pirates drilled Atlanta 12-4.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Konnor Griffin, the Pittsburgh Pirates' rookie shortstop, is expected to miss 8-10 weeks with a finger injury.
Mark Kulbis is also facing misdemeanor counts of involuntary manslaughter and reckless endangerment in the death of Calvin "CJ" Dickey Jr.
The 18th hole at Edgewood CC has a classic Donald Ross design and is a difficult finishing hole.
Giant Eagle has remained the dominant grocer in southwestern Pennsylvania for more than 40 years, and one of those reasons was the exit of Kroger.
A major healthcare merger is now official.
The Kroger Company announced the acquisition of Giant Eagle on Wednesday morning.
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.
It's shaping up to be a busy holiday weekend across western Pennsylvania, which includes the Westmoreland Arts and Heritage Festival.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were married as they celebrated their wedding with hundreds of guests Friday at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
When are the fireworks tonight in Pittsburgh? Here's what to know about the city's Fourth of July celebration.
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.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Trey Fulbright's forecast.
President Trump began the NATO's summit in Turkey alongside Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan Tuesday with a clear message that Turkey is a better friend to the United States than many of its traditional Western allies. As a result, Mr. Trump said he's lifting sanctions and considering allowing Turkey to have F-35 fighter jets again, despite concerns from his own party.
Described as the "Elvis Presley" of steam locomotives, the historic Big Boy is making a stop in western Pennsylvania on Saturday.
Crews are on the scene of a massive fire at a vacant church in Pittsburgh on Tuesday evening.
Elite 18: No. 15 at Longue Vue Club
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.
