Pittsburgh International Airport, AAA brace for record-setting travel over Memorial Day Weekend
This weekend is expected to be the second-highest Memorial Day travel weekend since AAA began tracking in 2000.
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This weekend is expected to be the second-highest Memorial Day travel weekend since AAA began tracking in 2000.
The lines were long at the airport as this weekend is expected to be the largest travel weekend since 2005.
Many will be hitting the road this weekend and gas prices have been ticking up. Why is that and can we expect savings any time soon?
The grills are undoubtedly getting fired up this weekend, but you have to make sure you aren't getting your guests sick.
More cars are expected to travel 50 miles or more this weekend than just about any time in the last 24 years.
Whether it's heading to the beach, or traveling to out-of-town family, here are some practical tips and travel times to help you get there safely, and on time. KDKA-TV's Barry Pintar reports.
Boaz was at the Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hall and Museum on today's show to get a preview of a local Memorial Day celebration.
Many butchers and grocers around the Pittsburgh area are bracing for the calm before the holiday storm of people looking for good meat at a good price.
KDKA-TV's Chris DeRose takes a look and shares some tips for maximizing your dollar ahead of the Memorial Day holiday.
Many butchers and grocers around the Pittsburgh area are bracing for the calm before the holiday storm of people looking for good meat at a good price. KDKA-TV's Chris DeRose reports.
People planning a road trip or catching a flight for the 2024 Memorial Day weekend may be joined by almost 44 million other travelers.
Liz Aquino, from the Good Manners Group, joined us to help us navigate the holiday weekend with grace and respect.
AAA is expecting a nearly 5% bump in airline travel and a 4% increase in drivers this Memorial Day weekend.
The event takes place between 11 and 3.
Biking, walking their dogs, and just enjoying a warm, sunny day, Point State Park was the place to be.
Dozens came together, paused, and reflected on those who lost their lives in service of the United States.
President Biden went to Arlington National Cemetery to laud the sacrifice of generations of U.S. troops who died fighting for their country.
Millions will fire up the grill for the first time this Memorial Day but safety is paramount.
The ceremony honors those who lost their lives while serving in submarines.
For years, Nicholas P. Wargo's Purple Heart was missing. His family was presented with it this past weekend.
Several communities will honor those who gave the ultimate sacrifice.
Each year the club and volunteers show their gratitude by placing geraniums on the graves of soldiers.
For Thomas Grates, it's about remembering those who served and being a resource for them.
A group of 11 people from KDKA-TV joined CrossFit Pittsburgh for a good cause on Saturday.
It's a grueling challenge to honor those who gave the ultimate sacrifice.
Last year, countless children in the Pittsburgh area had nowhere to go.
Police in Masontown are working to identify two suspects accused of opening fire on an apartment complex on Monday night.
A Telford man is accused of sexually assaulting at least one elderly woman during four alleged break-ins in 2025, police say.
Former Robert Morris University basketball player Markeese Hastings is accused of taking bribes to throw games.
A jackpot-winning lottery ticket worth $1.42 million was sold in Westmoreland County.
Last year, countless children in the Pittsburgh area had nowhere to go.
Police in Masontown are working to identify two suspects accused of opening fire on an apartment complex on Monday night.
A Telford man is accused of sexually assaulting at least one elderly woman during four alleged break-ins in 2025, police say.
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Five congressional Democrats say they have received inquiries from the DOJ after they appeared in a video urging members of the military not to follow "illegal orders" — a move the lawmakers allege is political intimidation.
The U.S. Supreme Court on Tuesday took on two cases challenging states that bar transgender athletes from participating on sports teams that align with their gender identities. One of them involves a student from West Virginia. Lauren Linder reports.
The Supreme Court heard two cases involving laws from Idaho and West Virginia that ban transgender athletes from participating in girls' and women's sports.
The Supreme Court hears arguments today on whether laws in Idaho and West Virginia banning transgender athletes from competing on girls' and women's sports teams violate the Constitution and Title IX.
The subpoenas threatened a criminal indictment related to Jerome Powell's testimony before the Senate Banking Committee in June 2025, according to the Fed chair.
Scams targeting utility customers are on the rise in Pennsylvania, the attorney general says.
A handful of Pittsburgh-area Value City Furniture stores are going out of business after their parent company filed for bankruptcy.
It has been five years since the home improvement retailer Menards bought a large parcel of land off Route 30 in Westmoreland County.
If you get a ticket in the city of Pittsburgh, there could be a higher chance that instead of getting it on your car windshield, you're getting it in the mail.
Western Pennsylvania is grappling with a December that has been significantly colder than in years past.
Sean Collier tells us about three things to do in and around Pittsburgh this weekend!
We’re learning about the different options available in Western PA for skiing and snowboarding, with some help from Kidsburgh!
A night out for Restaurant Week may include a stop at The Millhouse Restaurant, located in the Joinery Hotel!
David and Heather learn how to paint .. with the help of some hot air!
Daisy Jade gets a lesson from The Fred Astaire Dance Studio in Cranberry Township!
A Westmoreland County taxidermist is under investigation by the Pennsylvania State Police.
Stray voltage from a nearby streetlight shocked Montana Mitchell and her dog, leaving the dog immobile.
Twin boys have been seen selling lemonade for long hours several times a week on street corners throughout Pittsburgh and the suburbs.
A woman says she and her dog were shocked while running in Pittsburgh's Strip District.
Here's a look at the reasons behind the drop in violent crime and the hope that the trend continues into the new year.
The yearly tradition marks the start of months of training for Pittsburgh Marathon participants.
Firefighters have a 62% higher risk of cancer, and this week, the New Castle Central Fire Station hosted pre-screenings.
Once the holidays are over, we often find ourselves in a funk, so how can we find ways to boost our mood?
A major expansion in women's health care is taking shape in Washington County.
Flu cases keep increasing, but at least one Pittsburgh-area emergency room doctor says not everyone needs to visit him.
Former Robert Morris University basketball player Markeese Hastings is accused of taking bribes to throw games.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
The Steelers have reportedly requested to interview three different defensive coordinators for their open head coaching position.
The WWE Hall of Famer and Olympic gold medalist headlines the 2026 WPIAL Hall of Fame class.
Authorities said the alleged scheme involved 39 players, 17 different NCAA Division I men's basketball teams and 29 games.
Pittsburgh Mayor Corey O'Connor on Tuesday announced a new initiative aimed at revitalizing neighborhood business districts across the city.
A handful of Pittsburgh-area Value City Furniture stores are going out of business after their parent company filed for bankruptcy.
It has been five years since the home improvement retailer Menards bought a large parcel of land off Route 30 in Westmoreland County.
The Macy's location at the Pittsburgh Mills Mall will be among the several closures.
With the Steelers hosting their first playoff game with fans in the building since 2018, a lot of revenue is expected to be made in the city.
Scott Adams, the cartoonist who created the "Dilbert" comic strip, has died at the age of 68, his first ex-wife revealed on Tuesday.
"The Pitt" won big at the Golden Globes on Sunday night.
The 2026 Golden Globes honored the standouts in both film and television from last year. See the full list of winners and nominees.
Here is everything you need to know about how to watch and stream the 2026 Golden Globes.
Bob Weir wrote or co-wrote and sang lead vocals on Grateful Dead classics including "Sugar Magnolia," "One More Saturday Night" and "Mexicali Blues."
Stay on top of local weather with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast!
Residents say it needs to stop.
A 7-year-old boy who was accidentally shot over the weekend on Pittsburgh's North Side has died at the hospital.
The people who work at Twin Pines Family Services work every day to find homes for children in need. But last year, countless children in the Pittsburgh area had nowhere to go. Now they're asking for help from the community. Shelley Bortz reports.
A construction project in Pittsburgh's Bloomfield neighborhood will impact parking for months.
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.
