Kennywood to implement new all-day chaperone policy
Kennywood is tightening up its chaperone policy for the summer, requiring all kids 15 and under to be accompanied by a supervising adult 21 or older.
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Kennywood is tightening up its chaperone policy for the summer, requiring all kids 15 and under to be accompanied by a supervising adult 21 or older.
Kennywood is expanding its chaperone policy for the second week in a row, saying it's aware of social media posts about a possible "unauthorized gathering" on Saturday.
Kennywood honored two longtime employees Saturday who together have worked at the park for a combined 100 years.
Larry Russ and Bobby Trygar each have worked at Kennywood Park for 50 years.
USA Today 10Best is out with its lists of top theme parks and roller coasters in the country, and Pennsylvania is well represented.
The park opens for the season on Saturday as the Phantom's Revenge turns 25 years old this year.
Online voting in USA Today's 10Best poll runs through April 20.
Kennywood opens in just one month, and the park on Thursday revealed what's new in the way of food, festivals and rides.
The park said that "Leo the Paper Eating Lion" underwent an extensive refurbishment ahead of the 2026 season.
While Kennywood is wrapping up the season with its Holiday Lights display, the park is already looking forward to next year.
Kennywood is once again getting into the festive spirit through its annual Holiday Lights display.
Five brave souls competed to be the fastest to finish Potato Patch fries topped with scorpions.
Kennywood is holding a scorpion eating contest.
USA Today is out with its list of 10 best theme park Halloween events, and Pennsylvania is well represented.
A Kennywood employee was struck and killed by a vehicle near the park on Sunday.
PTL's Katie O'Malley is having a spooky time at Kennywood. We're getting a preview of their annual Phantom Fall Fest celebration.
Kennywood's Phantom Fell Fest begins at 6 p.m. on Friday night.
After videos of fights surfaced on social media, the park's general manager said 21-plus nights were canceled "immediately."
Kennywood's Phantom Fall Fest was noted by USA Today for balancing family-friendly fun during the afternoon with more intense scares and haunts when day turns to night.
Kennywood is hosting two 21-plus nights to wrap up the summer.
Bubba from 100.7 Star broke the record for most consecutive rides on Kennywood's Steel Curtain.
We talking to Bubba, of 100.7 Star Pittsburgh, after his record attempt at consecutive rides on the Steel Curtain roller coaster at Kennywood Park.
It may still be summer, but Kennywood is gearing up for its longest Phantom Fall Fest season yet.
The parades will take place daily for over two weeks and will feature nearly 150 local marching bands.
A roller coaster rider was hit by a phone on Kennywood's Phantom's Revenge, sending them to the hospital.
Recently, a group of Vietnam veterans, including one from Pittsburgh, reunited again, visiting a fellow soldier now battling health issues.
The Pirates spent the afternoon at Pittsburgh Arsenal, meeting students and staff and distributing boxes of food.
Eight men are charged after a man incarcerated in the Allegheny County Jail on a homicide charge was killed in an attack inside his cell.
The Franklin Regional School District is under fire after an antisemitic quote was printed in the yearbook.
Grocery stores hit by power outages from recent storms had to throw out tons of perishable food.
Recently, a group of Vietnam veterans, including one from Pittsburgh, reunited again, visiting a fellow soldier now battling health issues.
The Pirates spent the afternoon at Pittsburgh Arsenal, meeting students and staff and distributing boxes of food.
Eight men are charged after a man incarcerated in the Allegheny County Jail on a homicide charge was killed in an attack inside his cell.
The Franklin Regional School District is under fire after an antisemitic quote was printed in the yearbook.
Grocery stores hit by power outages from recent storms had to throw out tons of perishable food.
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.
Melanie from 100.7 Star joins us as she does every Monday to talk Morgan Wallen's concert cancellation in Pittsburgh, celebrity date nights, and Dua Lipa saying "I do" twice!
Jeff Koontz is preparing for one of the toughest endurance races on the planet, and he's raising money for the KDKA-TV Turkey Fund with every mile!
Your local library is easier than hitting up your local Apple Store. Daisy Jade visits the Western Allegheny Community Library for a look at gadgets you can, literally, check out!
Terina Hicks from Cobbler World joins Heather and David in the PTL Kitchen to show us how you can enjoy all the chocolatey, marshmallowy goodness without the sticky mess!
We've got an immersive experience to showcase the Bridal Luncheon and Designer Showcase happening in Pittsburgh with Randy Fenoli from Say Yes to the Dress. It includes a full tasting event with pastry chef David Lowry and Amber Peck!
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.
Neal Shipley earned low amateur honors at the U.S. Open at Pinehurst in 2024 and will now be teeing it up at Shinnecock Hills as a professional later this month.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Michael Harris II hit a three-run double in the seventh inning, and the Atlanta Braves beat the Pirates 3-2 to complete a three-game sweep.
The Atlanta Braves recovered after losing an early three-run lead to beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 6-3 and clinch another series win.
Golden Tempo made Cherie DeVaux the first woman to train a Kentucky Derby winner and the second woman to train a Belmont Stakes winner.
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 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.
Now that Arts Landing is open, the Three Rivers Arts Festival will have a permanent home.
The trailer teases a high-stakes Robin Hood-esque bank heist from a star-studded crew.
Recently, a group of Vietnam veterans, including one from Pittsburgh, reunited again, visiting a fellow soldier now battling health issues. KDKA-TV's Ross Guidotti reports.
Charlie Batch will serve as the official host for the Pittsburgh stop of the Commonwealth Concert Series.
Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes surprised a little league baseball team.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast.
Eight men are charged after a man incarcerated in the Allegheny County Jail on a homicide charge was killed in an attack inside his cell.
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.
