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.
The forfeits come just over one week after head coach Brian Tarrant was suspended for the rest of the season for violations of WPIAL rules.
Highs today will be near 60 degrees with no big warm-up.
The McKeesport Housing Authority has two new visitors in its building this week after kittens were found abandoned behind one of its properties.
Treatment for PANDAS isn't covered by insurance, so now a South Hills family is pushing for change.
A New Kensington Police Department officer has resigned amid an investigation into the possible use of excessive force.
Treatment for PANDAS isn't covered by insurance, so now a South Hills family is pushing for change.
Jurkovec is facing two felony charges in connection with the alleged theft.
The forfeits come just over one week after head coach Brian Tarrant was suspended for the rest of the season for violations of WPIAL rules.
Highs today will be near 60 degrees with no big warm-up.
The McKeesport Housing Authority has two new visitors in its building this week after kittens were found abandoned behind one of its properties.
A warrant unsealed on Monday alleges widespread awards of no-bid contracts to reward supporters of Ed Gainey while he was the mayor of Pittsburgh.
The three news organizations, which were banned from White House grounds by President Trump, are arguing that the ban is unconstitutional.
In a Truth Social post, Mr. Trump called fears around artificial intelligence possibly becoming a superintelligence that could pose a threat to human existence a hoax.
The Department of Justice announced it reached agreements with UPMC to end pediatric gender-affirming care.
A federal appeals court ruled Friday that U.S. immigration officials must offer detainees "a meaningful opportunity to contest" any deportation to countries where they have no ties.
Chick-fil-A currently has 20 locations in western Pennsylvania.
The program will provide relief for customers who pay their bills on time for two years.
The announcement was touted as a way that could change the way western Pennsylvania addresses energy.
With 100 days to go until Christmas and goods getting more expensive, here's what shoppers should know about holiday buying.
The wait for medical imaging keeps getting longer, leaving some people fraught with anxiety.
Edgar Snyder and Associates explains the laws surrounding e-bikes. Who is at fault in an accident involving an e-bike? Are children legally allowed to ride them?
Chef Doug Heilman shows how to start the fall season right with kitchen refresh ideas, from organization to knife sharpening to cutting board cleaning.
Etiquette expert Liz Aquino from Good Manners Group, LLC explains how to be both polite and assertive in school, workplaces and social gatherings.
Heather and David recap Friday's PTL Turkey Fund Kickoff Show!
We are honored to have Jim Balouris, Executive VP & Market Manager for PNC and Charlese McKinney, Interim CEO & Chief Program Officer with Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank, here with us today!
Treatment for PANDAS isn't covered by insurance, so now a South Hills family is pushing for change.
A Hempfield family's home has become known as the "crash house" because drivers leave the highway and come crashing into it.
The wait for medical imaging keeps getting longer, leaving some people fraught with anxiety.
The Steel City Youth Football League announced disciplinary action following video that captured an on-field brawl.
Misdemeanor and summary charges have been filed against the coaches involved in a youth football brawl in Pittsburgh.
Treatment for PANDAS isn't covered by insurance, so now a South Hills family is pushing for change.
With costs rising just about everywhere and in everything, Highmark Wholecare's free farmers' markets are providing relief.
The goal was to simulate an emergency situation that would push the limits of the hospital and health care network.
The push for paid parental leave continues in Allegheny County, but with some major changes.
An 18-year-old from Mifflin County has died from measles-related complications, Pennsylvania health officials said.
The forfeits come just over one week after head coach Brian Tarrant was suspended for the rest of the season for violations of WPIAL rules.
Former Pitt quarterback Phil Jurkovec was arrested on Friday and charged with stealing a vehicle from the valet garage at AHN Wexford Hospital.
Rafael Flores Jr. hit the go-ahead two-run home run in the eighth inning to help the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 4-3 win over the Kansas City Royals on Sunday and complete a series sweep.
The New England Patriots' defense smothered Aaron Rodgers on the way to a 20-3 victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday.
Brandon Lowe hit a go-ahead two-run homer in the eighth to lift the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 6-5 victory over the Kansas City Royals on Saturday night.
The top minds in AI and business are in Pittsburgh this week to discuss how cities can implement the technology.
Many small businesses are still feeling the impact of last week's severe weather.
Pittsburgh leaders and their partners are making a concerted effort to revitalize a North Side business district.
A federally funded Ohio manufacturing program faces potential shutdown after a new audit by the U.S. Department of Commerce's Office of Inspector General.
Gas station giant Buc-ee's has sparked a backlash in Ohio over one of its frequent trademark infringement lawsuits.
A casting call is out for paid background actors when the medical drama "The Pitt" comes back to Pittsburgh to film its third season.
Buffalo Bill's home will open this weekend for guided tours as the iconic horror movie turns 35.
The show has been canceled because of the muddy field conditions at 1846 Farms.
"The Pitt" won the Emmy award for outstanding drama series for a second year in a row.
Kenny Chesney will be joined on the tour by Eric Church, Sheryl Crow and Reylan James.
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.
Once again, heavy rains caused flooding in Washington County. KDKA's Ricky Sayer reports.
Supporters of paid parental leave in Allegheny County are renewing their push. They gathered to show their support in Swissvale. KDKA's Ricky Sayer reports.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Mary Ours' forecast.
Saturday's game was delayed for more than one hour because of severe storms in the area.
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.
