The popular New Year's pretzel and why it's become a holiday tradition
For as long as anyone can remember, pretzels have been a part of welcoming in the new year in Pittsburgh.
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For as long as anyone can remember, pretzels have been a part of welcoming in the new year in Pittsburgh.
New Zealand and Australia were among the first to welcome 2026, but in Sydney and some other cities, the festivities are tinged by grief.
A map shows how much snow the Pittsburgh area is expected to get on New Year's Eve.
Here's everything to know about First Night in Pittsburgh on New Year's Eve.
KDKA's Lauren Linder caught up with people in Pittsburgh's Strip District about their hopes for 2026.
Most major retailers and grocery stores will be open on New Year's Eve, although some will have reduced hours.
Since 1907, New Yorkers have marked the New Year with the ceremonial dropping of a huge ball in Times Square. Now, a brand-new ball, covered with more than 5,000 handcrafted Waterford Crystal discs, will help ring in 2026.
The 32nd annual First Night celebrations will return to Pittsburgh's Cultural District with live music performances, a number of activities, and of course, a countdown to midnight.
UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital and AHN's Wexford Hospital both welcomed babies shortly after midnight.
An estimated 1 million people packed Times Square to watch the New Year's Eve 2025 ball drop Tuesday night.
Thousands of revelers packed Downtown Pittsburgh on Tuesday night for the Highmark First Night celebration.
The Highmark First Night celebration in Pittsburgh will have a lot of activities for just about everybody.
For Pittsburghers, a New Year's pretzel is synonymous with the holiday.
Organizers of the Times Square New Year's Eve celebration screwed the last crystals onto the ball before it ushers in the new year one last time.
Highlights for the 31st annual Highmark First Night celebration include a performance by Frzy. the Future of Pittsburgh Ball, and of course fireworks.
As the Future of Pittsburgh Ball rose Sunday night to welcome in the new year, doctors, staff, and parents-to-be were getting down to business in the delivery rooms of two Pittsburgh area hospitals.
The mood was joyous and hopeful, and a six-hour family-friendly New Year's Eve extravaganza began at 6 p.m.
Before tonight's ball drop in New York's Times Square rings in 2024 on the East Coast, revelers can spend the waning hours of New Year's Eve watching performers celebrate the beginning of a new year with music and dance.
Experts suggest being realistic when it comes to your goals by setting benchmarks.
Police, fire and EMS crews, plus Homeland Security officials, will have boots on the ground to ensure public safety.
Daisy was live this morning with DJ Petey C, previewing the most dazzling New Year's Eve Pop-Up at Roost!
We've got plenty of family fun before the ball drops on Sunday!
Downtown Pittsburgh is the place to be on New Year's Eve.
Downtown Pittsburgh is the place to be on New Year's Eve.
Chains with Times Square locations — from Applebee's to Olive Garden — want between $450 to $12,500 to watch the ball drop.
A scratch-off ticket with a jackpot worth $1 million was sold in Evans City.
Investigators determined that a duplex fire that displaced two families was set intentionally.
Aaron Rodgers didn't waste time getting back to work with the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Storms are possible on Tuesday night into Wednesday morning in Pittsburgh, and it could include high winds, hail, and the potential for tornadoes.
A shooting on Penn Avenue early on Tuesday morning sent two men to the hospital.
A scratch-off ticket with a jackpot worth $1 million was sold in Evans City.
Investigators determined that a duplex fire that displaced two families was set intentionally.
Aaron Rodgers didn't waste time getting back to work with the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Storms are possible on Tuesday night into Wednesday morning in Pittsburgh, and it could include high winds, hail, and the potential for tornadoes.
A shooting on Penn Avenue early on Tuesday morning sent two men to the hospital.
Gas prices, inflation weigh on Americans. Many see lack of clarity on what's happening in Iran.
Gambling addiction is impacting more young people, so much so that state lawmakers are calling it an epidemic.
President Trump is in Beijing meeting with China's President Xi Jinping, with the two leaders aiming to stabilize their trading relationship after last year's trade war.
The Allegheny County Health Department wants to require all employers in the county to give their employees paid parental leave.
Live updating West Virginia primary election results for May 12, 2026.
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.
A popular Washington County farm won't be offering pick-your-own peaches this year.
Gas across the country continues to climb.
Two food items sold at Giant Eagle have been voluntarily recalled due to separate contamination risks.
Etiquette expert Liz Aquino walks us through graduation season.
A new hands-free law is going into effect in Pennsylvania, and it could cost you.
Daisy visits the historic Saint Vincent Gristmill.
The Strawberry Jell-O Pretzel Salad Stand-Off made its return on Saturday. And after a heated, yet sweet, deliberation, the people's choice award winner was crowned.
PTL hosts Heather Abraham and David Highfield discuss Pittsburgh culture, trending news and social media, food, sports, and more.
A Bethel Park homeowner says he's out thousands of dollars after hiring a contractor to replace his front porch.
It's been nearly eight years since Rachael DelTondo was shot and killed in the driveway of her parents' home in Aliquippa.
An artist in Pittsburgh said the Steel City clothing company used his artwork without his permission.
Alcosan's multi-billion-dollar construction project to clean up the rivers in southwestern Pennsylvania is already over budget.
Pennsylvania prisons now give suboxone to thousands of inmates, with thousands more on the waiting list.
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.
The Allegheny County Health Department wants to require all employers in the county to give their employees paid parental leave.
Allegheny Health Network is putting out a warning about a new social media trend.
Aaron Rodgers didn't waste time getting back to work with the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Bryce Harper hit a home run off ace Paul Skenes to lead the Phillies to a 6-0 win over the Pirates and a sweep of the three-game series.
The Pittsburgh Steelers and Aaron Rodgers have agreed to terms on a one-year contract, according to reports.
Napoleon Solo hustled to first place at the 151st running of the Preakness Stakes on Saturday, coming out on top against 13 other horses.
A popular Washington County farm won't be offering pick-your-own peaches this year.
If you're about to throw out all of those old documents while spring cleaning, there are some you should hold onto.
The hole left behind by Spirit will hit businesses and rental companies within Arnold Palmer Regional Airport.
The bar served its final pints Sunday night after 43 years in Oakland, near the heart of Pitt's campus.
Arnold Palmer Regional Airport officials are confident they'll be able to replace Spirit Airlines after the airline shut down early Saturday morning.
The tour, celebrating the 30th anniversary of their biggest album, will stop in Pittsburgh on October 6.
The country music superstar will be performing at 1846 Farms in September.
The exhibit transforms historic industrial and historical paintings into a multi-projection animated experience.
Country music star Lainey Wilson and former Steelers quarterback Devlin "Duck" Hodges tied the knot in a lavish Tennessee wedding.
Riverlife will reopen its free-to-access barge platform, Shore Thing, later this month.
A 4-year-old boy is dead after he was hit by a vehicle in Pittsburgh's Upper Hill neighborhood on Monday evening. KDKA's Jessica Riley has the latest details.
Voters will head to the polls in Pennsylvania today in the primary elections. KDKA's Megan Shinn has the information voters need to know before casting their ballots.
Anthony Mohamed of Pittsburgh has been charged, and is wanted by police, for intentionally setting fire to a New Kensington duplex earlier this year.
A man was hospitalized after he was shocked while working on a house in Pittsburgh's Greenfield neighborhood.
Get the latest weather updates with meteorologist Ron Smiley’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.
