NFL Draft looking to help small businesses in Pittsburgh benefit from the large-scale event
With more than a year before the draft comes to Pittsburgh, the NFL is looking to get small businesses in on the action.
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With more than a year before the draft comes to Pittsburgh, the NFL is looking to get small businesses in on the action.
Along the southern banks of the Allegheny River sits Riverfront Park, and on Thursday, work began to upgrade its look.
In a little over a year, the NFL Draft will call the Steel City home, and plans are well underway for how it will look.
McMillon has traveled a long road so far in his football career from the WPIAL to the SEC, the ACC, and now he's hoping for one final destination -- the NFL.
As the 2026 NFL Draft nears, more details are coming out about just how Pittsburgh could be utilized in the event.
More than 30 street map kiosks and nearly 100 signs will be installed throughout the city to help those walking through town find their way.
The NFL is seeking Pittsburgh businesses to be in a directory for its Draft Source Program.
Pass rusher Abdul Carter says he should be the No. 1 overall pick in this year's NFL draft.
More than 120,000 copies of the guide are expected to be distributed around the city and through online requests.
The dates for the 2026 NFL Draft were announced.
After the tragedy in New Orleans, it puts the safety of other high-profile events into question.
The 36-acre park in Pittsburgh is getting a huge facelift to host some major events in 2026, including the NFL Draft
The legislation at the center of everything has been $1 million of city money for VisitPittsburgh for draft services.
A Pittsburgh City Council proposal wants to give $1 million to VisitPittsburgh to organize the draft efforts.
"We have to make sure our downtown is spruced up and ready to welcome all these visitors."
Is Pittsburgh ready for the big events happening in the next few years, like the NFL Draft and the U.S. Open? Pittsburgh Cultural Trust has a vision for much of downtown to be re-imagined. KDKA-TV's Barry Pintar shares more.
The Pennsylvania governor reflected on how he was persistent in getting the 2026 NFL Draft to Pittsburgh.
The NFL draft is coming to Pittsburgh in 2026, but how soon does the planning start for keeping everyone safe?
The team has used its first-round pick on offensive linemen two years in a row.
With the NFL Draft coming to Pittsburgh in less than two years and hotel space at a premium, people may opt to open their doors to visitors, for a price of course.
Pittsburgh is still buzzing with the news that it will host the 2026 NFL Draft.
Pittsburgh Mayor Ed Gainey's dream is set to become a reality.
The Steelers and elected leaders talked about what to expect when the 2026 NFL Draft rolls into town.
Some estimations have the draft bringing at least 300,000 people to Pittsburgh.
KDKA-TV's Ricky Sayer caught up will many passionate Steelers fans who shared their excitement about the 2026 NFL Draft being hosted in the Steel City.
Two food items sold at Giant Eagle have been voluntarily recalled due to separate contamination risks.
A mom of two was having a tough day when she bought a lottery ticket. But soon she was crying tears of joy.
The Steelers announced a partnership with MeiGray to sell refurbished seats from the home of the team.
Trial jurors said they couldn't agree on the more serious charge of murder, prompting the judge to declare a mistrial on that count.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said in a statement that the documents "have long fueled justified speculation — and it's time the American people see it for themselves."
Two food items sold at Giant Eagle have been voluntarily recalled due to separate contamination risks.
A mom of two was having a tough day when she bought a lottery ticket. But soon she was crying tears of joy.
The Steelers announced a partnership with MeiGray to sell refurbished seats from the home of the team.
Trial jurors said they couldn't agree on the more serious charge of murder, prompting the judge to declare a mistrial on that count.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said in a statement that the documents "have long fueled justified speculation — and it's time the American people see it for themselves."
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said in a statement that the documents "have long fueled justified speculation — and it's time the American people see it for themselves."
Pennsylvania state lawmakers on both sides of the aisle are talking about suspending the gas tax for some relief.
Democratic Gov. Josh Shapiro raised $3.6 million over five weeks, an aide said.
Live updating Ohio primary election results for May 5, 2026.
A Character AI chatbot falsely claimed to be a licensed psychiatrist in Pennsylvania and provided an invalid license number, the state alleged.
Two food items sold at Giant Eagle have been voluntarily recalled due to separate contamination risks.
Pennsylvania state lawmakers on both sides of the aisle are talking about suspending the gas tax for some relief.
If you're about to throw out all of those old documents while spring cleaning, there are some you should hold onto.
All three remaining Smokey Bones locations in the Pittsburgh area have closed after the restaurant chain's parent company filed for bankruptcy.
Wegmans now owns the land in Cranberry Township that will house its first Pittsburgh-area location.
Our resident movie buff, Ron Smiley, is here with his Reel Review of what’s new on screen.
Bold looks, custom vibes, and pieces that actually match your style. Daisy’s giving us some ideas for a new outdoor space with some help from Levin Furniture & Mattress!
Group painting nights and art classes are having a moment, but what if the studio came to you? Hannah Wolfe with The Traveling Palette has brought the painting to us!
For many Pittsburghers, the May Market, which will soon be open at Phipps Conservatory, marks the start of planting season. Boaz is there for a sneak peek!
Coupon expert Shayna tells us how to make the most of Mother’s Day and Memorial Day deals.
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.
After suffering roof damage from this year's brutal winter, a Pittsburgh family says their insurance company has left them with even bigger problems.
The Downtown Neighbors Alliance's board voted Thursday to dissolve the organization.
Mexican street corn-inspired trail mix made by Illinois food company was sold at Target and other retailers, as well as online.
A new report from Public Citizen identified several Pittsburgh-area hospitals that could be at risk of closing due to federal budget cuts.
Allegheny Health Network's Psychiatry and Behavioral Health Institute moved to a new space on Friday.
Across the country, there's a rise in cases of a seasonal illness that's causing medical professionals to speak out.
As nurses from UPMC Magee Womens Hospital continue to negotiate their first union contract, two of them visited D.C. to fight for their patients.
The Steelers announced a partnership with MeiGray to sell refurbished seats from the home of the team.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Brandon Lowe had three hits, including his 10th homer, and Joey Bart also went deep to back Mitch Keller, and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 4-2.
The Penguins announced contract extensions for forward Connor Dewar and defenseman Ilya Solovyov.
Paul Skenes threw eight brilliant innings in one of the best outings of the young star's career, Brandon Lowe hit a solo homer and the Pittsburgh Pirates edged the Arizona Diamondbacks 1-0.
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 Atlanta-based railroad said Friday that it earned $547 million, or $2.43 per share, down from $750 million, or $3.31 per share, a year ago.
Ten Carnegie Mellon University alumni have snagged nominations for Tony Awards.
A converted church in rural central Pennsylvania has become a place where musicians with Amish roots are coming to record music and make videos.
The newly announced tour will be at PPG Paints Arena for two nights in September.
Musgraves will perform at PPG Paints Arena on Tuesday, September 8.
Jake was at the funeral for one of his closest friends when he learned of his parents' deaths, he said.
Steelers fans will now have a new way to take the team home with them, as the team announced it will be selling refurbished Acrisure Stadium seats. KDKA-TV's Chris Hoffman shares more.
The Riveters are riding a wave of excitement as they gear up for season two. After clinching a division title in their inaugural season, expectations are high heading into their home opener next week. Mikey caught up with the team to learn how they're preparing for what we all hope will be another championship-caliber year.
You know how we talked about those Mother's Day reservations earlier this week? Well if you want to treat mom to a little R&R without the RSVP, we're here to help you out! Chef Anthony joins us with a simple but elevated idea that's perfect for making mom feel extra special this Sunday.
Where to go, things to do and what to watch!
It's time for our Talk Pittsburgh Question of the Week. We've got Mother's Day on our minds, so we asked: "What's the most memorable Mother's Day gift you've received?"
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.
