Guam kingfishers from National Aviary among first released into wild in 40 years
Three Guam kingfishers that hatched at the National Aviary have been released into the wild.
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Three Guam kingfishers that hatched at the National Aviary have been released into the wild.
Sunday was the first day of the Autumn equinox and that means it's time to start celebrating Halloween! The National Aviary is getting families in the spooky spirit with a special treat. Boaz was there to find out more.
Boaz joined us this morning from the National Aviary to show us how they are turning feathers into fairy tales in one of the venues you can get married in.
Guam Kingfishers have been extinct in the wild for nearly 40 years. The National Aviary is part of a program to bring them back.
The Guam Kingfisher is completely extinct in the wild, and there are only 141 left in the world.
PTL's Daisy Jade visits the National Aviary where the residents sloths will be celebrating their birthdays at a party.
The National Aviary is bringing back their signature night in the tropics fundraising event on Friday. The aviary joins Talk Pittsburgh to preview the event.
The National Aivary's Avian Medicine program is providing cutting-edge care to our feathered friends, including Red the Macaw. She was here with Dr. Pilar Fish, the senior director of advancement in avian medicine at the National Aviary.
The hooded vulture is the first to hatch at the National Aviary and the species was recently listed as Critically Endangered.
The two peregrine falcons in the nest at Pitt's Cathedral of Learning have fledged the nest.
Katie was at the National Aviary this meeting Clover, the grey-crowned crane.
The two young peregrine falcons are spreading their wings and learning how to fly.
The endangered African penguins that hatched at the National Aviary last year are moving into the colony.
Two peregrine falcon chicks who hatched in the nest at Pitt's Cathedral of Learning were banded.
One egg in the nest, which is on top of Pitt's Cathedral of Learning, hasn't hatched.
The first African penguin to call Pittsburgh's National Aviary home has died.
One of the peregrine falcon chicks in the nest on Pitt's Cathedral of Learning has died.
Some of Pittsburgh's favorite attractions will offer more than 100,000 free tickets this summer.
The peregrine falcon nest on top of Pitt's Cathedral of Learning has its first hatchling.
Cathy Schlott, the director of animal programs and experiences, was here to tell us more about Disco the Penguin, and more about how they are preserving the habitat of actual penguins.
A second Eurasian eagle-owl chick has hatched at the National Aviary.
The new chick hatched on Monday!
There are two more eggs in the peregrine falcon nest on Pitt's Cathedral of Learning.
The National Aviary says the siblings are brother and sister.
National Aviary visitors will be greeted by a new face next time they stop by the tropical rainforest habitat.
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High schools in Pennsylvania can now get state grant money to help them transition to later start times.
Opposition to a data center at the back end of an industrial park is growing among residents of Hanover Township, Washington County.
The Parkway East's brand-new Commercial Street Bridge is slated to reopen Monday, a week ahead of schedule.
A man who delivered Little Debbie snacks to stores across Washington County is accused of selling them at flea markets for cash and submitting fake invoices.
Robert Richard II is facing multiple charges, including attempted homicide.
Storms will race through western Pennsylvania with wind speeds of 60 to 80 mph being possible.
Pittsburgh Pirates right fielder Esmerlyn Valdez left Monday's game against the Arizona Diamondbacks after getting hit by a pitch.
The plans include arresting migrants in Ohio and quickly putting them on deportation flights to crisis-stricken Haiti, the internal documents indicate.
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The lawsuit claims the Trump administration is withholding hundreds of millions of dollars in disaster-preparedness and homeland security grants to pressure states to change policies on elections and immigration.
The House on Thursday voted to direct President Trump to end the war with Iran, after four Republicans joined Democrats to rebuke the president over his handling of the conflict.
Pittsburgh Fire Chief Darryl Jones, who has been on paid administrative leave, will retire after a review of his bureau.
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The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission approved a 3.5% toll increase that goes into effect on January 3, 2027.
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The Shaker Woods Festival is an experience that is part time machine, part festival and it is sure to bring the magic alive for the entire family.
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Breezy Parrot Rescue has flown into our studio to share how their mission is continuing to grow, plus we got to meet some of their feathery friends!
Heather is back and joins David for their weekend rewind!
Daisy checks out Canonsburg's newest hot spot!
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A small community in Fayette County is pushing for answers after finding what appears to be raw sewage spilling into the woods.
Developers want to fill the former Vincentian Marion Manor facility in Banksville with new townhomes.
A Westmoreland County family said having a secret room is not as cool as it sounds, after finding a large void under their garage built by Ryan Homes
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People who buy their healthcare coverage in Pennsylvania through the Affordable Care Act are expected to see their premiums skyrocket.
An investigation is underway in Uniontown, Fayette County, after police said a man was found dead in his car with a can of Galaxy Gas on the floor.
A public hearing was held on Friday for input on the pending Independence Health and West Virginia University Health System merger.
Pennsylvania is one of four more states now part of a cyclospora outbreak linked to shredded iceberg lettuce from central Mexico.
Western Pennsylvania remains one of the most heavily impacted regions across the country for tick-borne illnesses.
Pittsburgh Pirates right fielder Esmerlyn Valdez left Monday's game against the Arizona Diamondbacks after getting hit by a pitch.
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Southpointe's 16th hole is one of its biggest tests of golf, stretching 420 yards with not much room for error.
Mark Kulbis is also facing misdemeanor counts of involuntary manslaughter and reckless endangerment in the death of Calvin "CJ" Dickey Jr.
The Pirates have signed outfielder Derek Curiel, who was selected with the fifth overall pick in the 2026 MLB draft.
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A petition is now circulating to put an end to Pittsburgh's South Side Street Fest.
A world-renowned Pittsburgh technical school and a major airline have signed an agreement to work hand in hand.
The former glass plant in Charleroi has been listed for sale.
The Colorado-based Voyager Technologies has officially acquired Astrobotic, the aerospace company located on Pittsburgh's North Side.
Paramount Skydance on Friday said it would delay the deal until as late as June 2027.
Dave Matthews stopped by a Pittsburgh restaurant before his show at Star Lake on Friday night.
The ruling comes after a coalition of 12 states sued to block the deal, arguing it would harm consumers and the entertainment industry.
New Zealand actor Sam Neill, known for "Jurassic Park" and "The Piano," died Monday at 78, his family says.
The new movie "Young Washington" opened over the Fourth of July weekend, earning more than $20 million at the box office and becoming the nation's top live-action film.
The Parkway East's brand-new Commercial Street Bridge reopened a week ahead of schedule on Monday.
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The Parkway East's brand-new Commercial Street Bridge is slated to reopen Monday, a week ahead of schedule. KDKA's Chris Hoffman and Lauren Linder report.
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Mike Tomlin stepped down as head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers after 19 seasons with the team.
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The 44th annual KDKA-TV Turkey Fund will help our neighbors in need have a nice meal for Thanksgiving.
