Juneteenth celebration ends without further issues after Market Square fights
The 2026 Juneteenth celebration in downtown Pittsburgh concluded on Sunday.
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The 2026 Juneteenth celebration in downtown Pittsburgh concluded on Sunday.
A series of fights on Friday night involving 40-50 kids took a large police presence to clear.
Juneteenth will affect banking, mail service and financial markets, although retailers and restaurants are largely staying open.
Preparations are underway for Pittsburgh's 2026 Juneteenth celebrations.
The parade featured everything from dancers to motorcycle groups and local organizations.
Mellon Park is playing host to this year's Juneteenth festivities.
Juneteenth became federally recognized in the U.S. in 2021, but the origins of the holiday and its name date back more than 150 years.
Over the next few days, the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra will be celebrating Juneteenth and some classic soul men by performing some timeless tunes. We were joined by PSO's principal pops conductor, Byron Stripling.
The City of Pittsburgh's FusionFest Juneteenth celebration was held on Sunday afternoon.
The City of Pittsburgh's FusionFest Juneteenth celebration was held on Sunday afternoon. KDKA-TV's Ricky Sayer has more.
Thousands of people marched and lined the streets of Pittsburgh to celebrate Juneteenth on Saturday and preserve a turning point in African-American history.
Thousands of people marched and lined the streets of Pittsburgh to celebrate Juneteenth on Saturday and preserve a turning point in African-American history. KDKA-TV's Lauren Linder has more.
There was music in Point State Park, vendors on Liberty Avenue and more music in Market Square on Friday.
The organizer expects more than 50,000 people in attendance, plus at least 150 vendors.
The one-day event named Fusion Fest will be in the heart of Downtown on June 29.
Pittsburgh has picked the organizer it wants to run this year's city-sponsored Juneteenth celebration.
Pittsburgh has picked the organizer it wants in charge of this year's city-sponsored Juneteenth celebration.
Organizer William B. Marshall said so far so good in Pittsburgh.
Tuskeegee Airman Colonel James H. Harvey will serve as grand marshal of the 2024 Pittsburgh Juneteenth Parade on Saturday, June 15.
Charges have been withdrawn against a man who was accused of assaulting a detective in an attempt to get to Mayor Ed Gainey.
The company says that those numbers are nearly four times the typical ridership for a Friday and Saturday.
No major public safety incidents were reported after a busy weekend of back-to-back Taylor Swift concerts and Juneteenth celebrations in Pittsburgh.
Lt. Col. James H. Harvey, a member of the famed Tuskegee Airmen, stopped by a special display at Pittsburgh International Airport that's dedicated to his old unit.
The national holiday became federally-recognized in 2021. But communities have been celebrating Emancipation Day for more than a century.
Religious and community leaders took time during Juneteenth to celebrate freedom and to say we need to be free of violence. KDKA-TV's Chris Hoffman reports.
Pittsburgh drivers are recounting what it was like to evacuate the Squirrel Hill Tunnel after a vehicle caught fire.
The Pittsburgh Steelers have traded offensive lineman Broderick Jones to the Dallas Cowboys, according to reports.
Rafael Flores Jr. hit a three-run home run and Brandon Lowe added a solo shot to lift the Pirates to a 6-2 victory over the Cardinals.
Smoke could be seen billowing from the Squirrel Hill Tunnel on Friday night after a crash turned into a fire.
A 17-year-old was arrested for shooting a gun outside of a South Allegheny versus Elizabeth Forward high school football game.
Pittsburgh drivers are recounting what it was like to evacuate the Squirrel Hill Tunnel after a vehicle caught fire.
The Pittsburgh Steelers have traded offensive lineman Broderick Jones to the Dallas Cowboys, according to reports.
Business Insider has recognized Shady Maple Smorgasbord as the most "iconic" breakfast restaurant in Pennsylvania.
Rafael Flores Jr. hit a three-run home run and Brandon Lowe added a solo shot to lift the Pirates to a 6-2 victory over the Cardinals.
Smoke could be seen billowing from the Squirrel Hill Tunnel on Friday night after a crash turned into a fire.
The ruling marks a blow to the federal government's long-delayed effort to prosecute Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, who is accused of developing the plot to crash planes into the Pentagon and World Trade Center.
A federal judge on Tuesday temporarily blocked enforcement of an Ohio requirement that voters show proof of citizenship when registering to vote at a motor vehicle bureau
Data centers have become the hottest issue in political races across the country, including Pennsylvania's race for governor.
The U.S. and Canada have wrangled for decades over trade, and somehow, they still managed to remain friends, allies and trading partners.
Veteran organizations and businesses are asking state legislators to pass a bill allowing them to keep their so-called "skill-game" machines.
A new report tries to calculate how much Pennsylvanians need to earn to live what's considered a comfortable lifestyle.
The store is expected to open sometime next year.
Buffalo Township police are warning about scammers after investigating several cases where residents have fallen victim.
On Tuesday, Pennsylvania took a major step in the fight against the negative impacts of social media, particularly on children.
While the importance of the family support system is timeless, a new study found it creates financial stressors for all involved.
We take a look back at the best moments from the week that was on Pittsburgh Today Live!
Daisy Jade is going inside one of the most unique homes in the Pittsburgh area - the Bloomfield Blue Pearl!
If you're looking to celebrate all things bacon, the South Side is the place for you this weekend when the second annual BaconBurgh returns!
PTL's Robby Incmikoski comes to us live from the Hollywood Casino at the Meadows to show us the Corks & Kegs Festival!
Every actor has that one role they hope will change everything; for Greene County native Maximus Virgili, the new movie American Summer could be just that!
Police public safety services are being questioned in Forward Township.
An attempt to regulate Pennsylvania's pet cremation industry just hit a wall.
A family in Wall Borough, Allegheny County, said repeated flooding has forced them to abandon their home's first floor.
A downed power line turned a Kittanning family's front yard into a dangerous scene.
More than 300 Pittsburgh Public Schools buses are equipped with AI-enabled Bus Patrol cameras.
Pennsylvania health officials say two people who had measles died in the state, but Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is questioning that.
UPMC is taking another step to help Pittsburgh's first responders better protect our community.
For the first time since 1991, Pennsylvania has recorded its first two deaths connected to measles.
Pennsylvania has recorded its first two deaths connected to measles in 35 years.
Injuries are a part of many sports, and UPMC is trying to help high school athletes get back to the games they love.
The Pittsburgh Steelers have traded offensive lineman Broderick Jones to the Dallas Cowboys, according to reports.
Rafael Flores Jr. hit a three-run home run and Brandon Lowe added a solo shot to lift the Pirates to a 6-2 victory over the Cardinals.
Jimmy Crooks hit a two-run homer to lead the St. Louis Cardinals to a 4-1 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates.
A list of Ohio high school football scores for August 28, 2026.
A list of Pennsylvania high school football scores for August 28, 2026.
A federally funded Ohio manufacturing program faces potential shutdown after a new audit by the U.S. Department of Commerce's Office of Inspector General.
Gas station giant Buc-ee's has sparked a backlash in Ohio over one of its frequent trademark infringement lawsuits.
The international fashion retailer Zara will open a location in Ross Park Mall in 2028, as the mall continues to thrive.
Some Bloomfield business owners paint a nuanced picture of how the annual Little Italy Days festival impacts them, saying that while they don't dislike the festival, they do make less money than they normally would.
The store is expected to open sometime next year.
A show coming to The Palace Theatre in Greensburg looks to pay tribute to Dolly Parton.
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
Pittsburghers are remembering Dolly Parton as "one of a kind" following her death on Tuesday.
Dolly Parton became an icon over her six-decade career as a Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, movie and TV star and theme park owner who donated millions to help others.
Bret Michaels is taking a break from touring to recover from recent surgeries.
Pittsburgh drivers are recounting what it was like to evacuate the Squirrel Hill Tunnel after a vehicle caught fire, eventually sending thick plumes of smoke out of the tunnel entrance. KDKA-TV's Ricky Sayer reports.
Stay on top of local weather with First Alert Meteorologist Trey Fulbright's forecast!
The Squirrel Hill Tunnel was shut down for hours on Friday night after a three-vehicle crash caused a fire inside the tunnel on the eastbound side.
A 17-year-old was arrested outside of the South Allegheny vs. Elizabeth Forward high school football game on Friday night after allegedly firing a shot from a stolen gun.
Stay on top of local weather with meteorologist Mary Ours’s forecast!
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.
