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Pilot living "her dream" dies in crash after skydivers jump from plane
Melanie Georger was working to become a commercial pilot, her father said Saturday in a statement on Facebook.
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Melanie Georger was working to become a commercial pilot, her father said Saturday in a statement on Facebook.
A warning of a Listeria monocytogenes outbreak affecting 12 states, including Pennsylvania, New Jersey and New York, was issued by the CDC Friday afternoon linking infections to sliced meat at deli counters.
Paul Skenes threw seven strong innings and the Pittsburgh Pirates tied a franchise record by smashing seven home runs in a 14-2 demolition of the New York Mets.
The state attorney general is investigating the shooting of Nyah Mway, who was born in Myanmar and is a member of its Karen ethnic minority.
Firefighters found "power lines down and the dangerous odor of gas" at the scene, the local fire chief said.
Suri Cruise seemingly revealed her plans to attend Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh in a post on the social media platform TikTok.
"It is a matter of when, not if" the spiders are set to arrive, experts say, and it could happen any day now.
Sean "Diddy" Combs is asking a judge to dismiss a lawsuit alleging that he and two other men raped a 17-year-old girl in a New York recording studio in 2003.
The 2024 Met Gala theme is "The Garden of Time" — to go along with the spring exhibition, titled "Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion."
Protesters nationwide are demanding that their schools divest from companies they say are enabling the Israel-Hamas war as officials say outside agitators "spew hate and antisemitism."
Harvey Weinstein's 2020 conviction on felony sex crime charges was overturned by the State of New York Court of Appeals.
Harvey Weinstein's 2020 conviction on felony sex crime charges has been overturned by the State of New York Court of Appeals.
Twelve people have been selected to serve as jurors in former President Donald Trump's criminal trial in New York, filling out the panel on the third day of proceedings.
The total eclipse on April 8 will bring an economic boom to cities and towns in more than 12 states, from Texas to Vermont.
Artemi Panarin had two goals and three assists, and the New York Rangers zoomed past the Pittsburgh Penguins for a 7-4 win.
Self-proclaimed owner Tony Cavallaro said he treated his pet alligator Albert "than most people take care of their kids."
NFL insider Mike Garafolo reported on Wednesday that Mitchell Trubisky agreed to terms on a contract with the Bills.
Matthew Leshinsky was "operating a Breaking Bad-style drug lab and tried to conceal it under the guise of a legitimate business," the district attorney said.
State courts in Pennsylvania must allow people on probation to take medication for opioid withdrawal as part of a Justice Department settlement announced Thursday.
State police in Pennsylvania say five people were struck and killed by a tractor trailer on Interstate 81 after they had left their vehicles following another crash.
Anyone 18 years and older interested in shoveling snow can arrive at Highmark Stadium on Saturday starting at 10 p.m.
We're only a few days from the Steelers' big playoff game with the Buffalo Bills.
Michael Burham escaped from Warren County jail in northwestern Pennsylvania last year and was on the run for more than a week before a pet dog led to his recapture.
The National Rifle Association's longtime leader will step down on the eve of a legal showdown with New York's attorney general over allegations of corruption.
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.
The fact that Pittsburgh has a shot at getting a WNBA team in the future is getting a lot of reaction around the city.
Amber Haefner, a beloved teacher in the Bethel Park School District, has died.
After newly two years of seeking the necessary approvals, a big development in East Liberty is still on hold.
She's facing more than a thousand felony charges.
Is Latrobe, Pennsylvania, the birthplace of professional football?
The fact that Pittsburgh has a shot at getting a WNBA team in the future is getting a lot of reaction around the city.
Amber Haefner, a beloved teacher in the Bethel Park School District, has died.
After newly two years of seeking the necessary approvals, a big development in East Liberty is still on hold.
She's facing more than a thousand felony charges.
Is Latrobe, Pennsylvania, the birthplace of professional football?
After newly two years of seeking the necessary approvals, a big development in East Liberty is still on hold.
Josh Shapiro has been getting questioned by Pennsylvania and the country about whether he's going to join the Democratic ticket with Kamala Harris.
The FBI's statement came after its director testified that there was still "some question" about what grazed former President Donald Trump's right ear.
The former president called Harris a "happy warrior" and vowed to do all he can to help her defeat former President Donald Trump in November.
Threats and violence are a major concern heading into the November election.
A sushi restaurant in Downtown Pittsburgh was hit with a consumer alert after an inspection.
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The state is suing a Pittsburgh-area home contractor who allegedly requested large sums for unfinished jobs.
Parents have their eyes on back-to-school shopping but it can get expensive.
A restaurant in Downtown Pittsburgh was ordered to close for the second time this year.
That's a wrap for this week on PTL!
The 2024 Olympic Games kick off today and we have a few local names to look out for!
We're in the middle of summer, but it's never too early for Christmas, right? David and Heather took a crafting lesson with Steel City Craft Emporium's Tom Swartz, and vendor and instructor, Denise Fialkovitch.
Zac Coughlin, the founder and creator of Zac's Sweet Shop, put us to work on the show today. We helped him make some sweet treats!
David and Heather met Zac Coughlin, the founder and creator of Zac's Sweet Shop, on today's show.
Gov. Josh Shapiro signed legislation aimed at saving pharmacies from going out of business.
The Pittsburgh Bureau of Police is initiating new patrols Downtown focused on smoke shops and the street activity around them.
Columbia Gas wants to abandon service to the Burhan-Crouse Funeral Home.
Leaders in Pittsburgh have taken the first step toward preventing the random Downtown attacks the city has seen on innocent people.
Pittsburgh's public safety director said the system fails to address the underlying problems of homelessness, addiction and mental illness.
Amid a widening listeria outbreak, Boar's Head is recalling all of its liverwurst products sold nationwide, as well as some deli meats.
People with special needs or dementia are at a greater risk of wandering away, but now, law enforcement in Washington County can find them in minutes.
Pittsburgh was ranked 17th among the 100 largest cities in the United States.
Patients at a local hospital can choose not to be given opioids before, during and after surgeries.
Dr. Paul Leong, the owner of Sistine Plastic Surgery, joined us to share advice on what daily routines will make a difference for mature skin and how to properly use some common products like retinol.
The fact that Pittsburgh has a shot at getting a WNBA team in the future is getting a lot of reaction around the city.
The Pittsburgh Steelers have reported to Saint Vincent College in Latrobe for another summer of training camp action.
Four of the star athletes representing the United States are from the Pittsburgh area.
Former Kansas City Chiefs defensive lineman Isaiah Buggs has been convicted on two counts of misdemeanor animal cruelty charges.
The 2024 Olympics will be in Paris this summer, but the locations for the upcoming Winter Games in 2026 and Summer Games in 2028 have already been chosen. Here's where they'll be.
After newly two years of seeking the necessary approvals, a big development in East Liberty is still on hold.
Wiers Farm of Willard, Ohio is recalling peppers, green beans, cucumbers and other vegetables due to possible listeria monocytogene contamination.
Some brides are left scrambling after a local bridal shop closed.
Amazon said it is looking to fill over 600 full-time jobs with positions starting at $17.75 an hour.
The state is suing a Pittsburgh-area home contractor who allegedly requested large sums for unfinished jobs.
Hundreds of the nation's top athletes will represent Team USA in Paris at the 2024 Olympics.
Rapper and sports fan Snoop Dogg will carry the Olympic flame through the suburb of Saint-Denis, north of Paris.
Bob Newhart, who starred in the long-running sitcoms "The Bob Newhart Show" and "Newhart," has died at age 94.
"Big Brother" announced Tuesday the 16 new Houseguests who will move into the "Big Brother" house and, for the first time ever, have the power to vote in a 17th houseguest.
"Dance Moms" star Christi Lukasiak is facing DUI charges after a crash in Westmoreland County last month.
Get the latest weather updates with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast.
KDKA-TV's Rich Walsh discusses the sports topics of the day.
One person was severely injured at a federal research center in South Park Township.
An idea from a 7-year-old three years ago has turned into an impressive fundraising event.
After newly two years of seeking the necessary approvals, a half a billion-dollar development to bring new housing, offices and stores to East Liberty is still on hold. KDKA-TV's Andy Sheehan has the latest.
The Pittsburgh Steelers have reported to Saint Vincent College in Latrobe for another summer of training camp action.
KDKA-TV had a busy day on Friday at Picklesburgh in Downtown Pittsburgh.
Cranberry Township police asked all residents to shelter in place and lock their doors while they searched for a "suspicious person."
People in the Pittsburgh area are cleaning up after storms rolled through on Wednesday.
To celebrate a company-wide Community Day, KDKA held a food donation drive for the people who need the most help in our area. The Talk Pittsburgh team loaded the donations up and took them over to Jubilee Kitchen. Here's a look!