Rt. 228 Work Could Force Some Residents Out Of Homes
Some people who live along Route 228 in Butler County may be forced to sell their homes and move.
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Some people who live along Route 228 in Butler County may be forced to sell their homes and move.
Police are investigating after a woman was found dead in her Mars home Wednesday night.
Students and staff were forced to evacuate Mars Area High School in Butler County when smoke filled the building on Tuesday morning.
Landing on the Moon was an historic moment.
The rural landscape of western Pennsylvania is peppered with natural gas well rigs. But the rewards and risks of the industry are now being weighed heavily in Mars, Butler County.
Choose your favorite Halloween candy!
There's a bear cub on the loose in Butler County. At least two people have seen it first hand and because they live so close to each other, neighbors believe it's likely the same bear looking for food.
KDKA-AM's Larry and John talk to astronaut Buzz Aldrin about his new book, and why he thinks we need to go to Mars.
Students were evacuated from Mars Area High School Monday morning after the school received a bomb threat.
Emergency crews were called to the scene of a vehicle fire in Mars this afternoon.
We preview the biggest WPIAL football games from the opening weekend of the 2012 season, including our featured game between two Class AAAA contenders and new conference rivals.
This new conference, a result of the Greater Allegheny more or less merging with the Keystone, per biennial district realignment, features two of last year's WPIAL semifinalists and another team that could go on a lengthy playoff run in 2012.
With the words "touch down confirmed," Mission Control in Houston erupted in a frenzy of elation and relief, as Land Rover "Curiosity" settled safely on the surface of Mars.
Dutifully executing its complex flight control software, the Mars Science Laboratory silently raced toward its target Sunday, picking up speed as it closed in for a 13,200-mph plunge into the Red Planet's atmosphere and an action-packed seven-minute descent required a rocket-powered "sky crane" to lower the one-ton nuclear-powered rover to the surface. It went off without a hitch.
Emergency crews were called to the scene of a warehouse fire in Butler County Friday afternoon.
Former Pennsylvania Senator Rick Santorum remained resolute in his pursuit of the Republican nomination in the presidential race Tuesday night, after former Governor Mitt Romney swept three primaries.
Mars was trying to become just the fourth team in the "modern era" of western PA high school hockey to win four Penguins Cups in a row, but Quaker Valley's defense shut down the Planets for its first title in four years.
Monday is a big night for Penguins Cup hopefuls in Class AAA. Last Tuesday was a big night for one in Class A, but we think the race in that classification is far from over...
The community is reacting to news a man used an elaborate ploy on Facebook to make sexual contact with young girls.
Once again, the Class A silver medalists bowed to the defending champs. But they weren't just beaten by one man on Tuesday...they were beaten by three.
Justin Sabilla is leading Chartiers Valley while seizing control of the Class AA scoring race, and the female All-Star goaltender he played against recently might be a harbinger of high school hockey's future in western Pennsylvania...
We recap the All-Star games, salute the December Players of the Month, and see what Canon-McMillan's chances are of ending the regular season undefeated...
Players who juggle high school hockey with their travel teams have their work cut out for them, but a key member of Mars' state championship team believes it can be a big help too.
We look at how this year's PIHL Outdoor Charity Series will impact the standings, and we examine the tight AAA-Sec. 2 race, which will become even tighter for at least one team...
Police say the same man is responsible for two robberies in communities north of Pittsburgh. The most recent incident happened 10 p.m. Sunday at the 7-Eleven in Pine Township.
We will likely see our dry streak stretch to 9 before we finally see rain again on Saturday.
Chris King said that he and the university's administration came to a mutual agreement surrounding his resignation and that he will be pursuing new professional opportunities.
The Minnesota Twins have acquired right-handed reliever Justin Lawrence from the Pittsburgh Pirates for cash.
Larry Fitzgerald Sr., the father of Pro Football Hall of Fame receiver Larry Fitzgerald Jr., and a longtime Minnesota journalist, died on Monday, his family said.
Eva Moran, a member of the University of Toledo track and field team, died in a crash in Marion County, Ohio.
We will likely see our dry streak stretch to 9 before we finally see rain again on Saturday.
Chris King said that he and the university's administration came to a mutual agreement surrounding his resignation and that he will be pursuing new professional opportunities.
The Minnesota Twins have acquired right-handed reliever Justin Lawrence from the Pittsburgh Pirates for cash.
Larry Fitzgerald Sr., the father of Pro Football Hall of Fame receiver Larry Fitzgerald Jr., and a longtime Minnesota journalist, died on Monday, his family said.
Eva Moran, a member of the University of Toledo track and field team, died in a crash in Marion County, Ohio.
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.
Allegheny County Sheriff Kevin Kraus is suing over a ballot referendum that he says would illegally impose term limits on his position.
President Trump said he is considering replacing the Freedom 250 concert series with a rally after many artists dropped out.
U.S. officials and negotiators were discussing a process to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, sources briefed on the conversations said.
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.
The Allegheny County Health Department has issued a consumer alert for Prantl's Bakery in Shadyside, saying an inspection found pest droppings.
A Bethel Park homeowner says he's out thousands of dollars after hiring a contractor to replace his front porch.
Financial conversations are rarely about dollars and cents. They're about communication, trust and learning how not to panic when someone says "we need to talk." Joining us today is Lisa Florian, the president and CEO of Clearview Federal Credit Union, to help us navigate the emotional side of money.
Heather Abraham claims to possess an elite understanding of ranch dressing. Our friend and chef Doug Heilman is about to put her ranch expertise to the test. But before we get to the challenge, Doug is going to show us how to make ranch dressing from scratch.
The Tony Awards happen this Sunday, but you don't need a hotel reservation and three days in the Big Apple to experience Broadway at its best. Here to give us a look at the lineup coming to the Steel City starting this fall is the president and CEO of the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust, Kendra Whitlock Ingram."
PTL hosts Heather Abraham and David Highfield discuss Pittsburgh culture, trending news and social media, food, sports, and more.
There will be plenty of professional artists showcasing their talent at this weekend's ChalkFest, but now, Boaz Frankel is trying his hand at the medium with his rendition of Heather and David!
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?
A Bethel Park homeowner says he's out thousands of dollars after hiring a contractor to replace his front porch.
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.
Frontline healthcare workers at Butler Memorial Hospital overwhelmingly approved their first union contract on Friday.
A western Pennsylvania dad went from wondering what a spot on his leg was to learning he has an extremely rare skin cancer.
Chris King said that he and the university's administration came to a mutual agreement surrounding his resignation and that he will be pursuing new professional opportunities.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
The Minnesota Twins have acquired right-handed reliever Justin Lawrence from the Pittsburgh Pirates for cash.
Larry Fitzgerald Sr., the father of Pro Football Hall of Fame receiver Larry Fitzgerald Jr., and a longtime Minnesota journalist, died on Monday, his family said.
The Pittsburgh Pirates beat the skidding Minnesota Twins 9-3 to complete a three-game sweep.
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.
Ohio's tax break for data centers is costing the state far more than expected.
A popular Washington County farm won't be offering pick-your-own peaches this year.
Joe Negri, known to many as Handyman Negri on "Mr. Rogers' Neighborhood," has died at the age of 99, just days shy of his 100th birthday.
President Trump said he is considering replacing the Freedom 250 concert series with a rally after many artists dropped out.
Memorial Day marks the unofficial start to summer, and a new song may be the unofficial summer anthem.
The American Music Awards celebrate fan favorites in the music world and feature performances from multiple artists.
The Carnegie International exhibition at the Carnegie Museum of Art opened earlier this month.
For the past year, police have been pulling people over for using their cell phones while driving, but have only been issuing warnings.
Get the latest weather forecast from KDKA-TV First Alert Meteorologist Ron Smiley!
KDKA-TV's Bob Pompeani and 93.7 The Fan's Andrew Fillipponi discuss the sports topics of the day.
A contract worker was killed by a falling tree on Monday afternoon in Canton Township, Washington County.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin'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.
