What does Code Purple mean? Explaining the air quality index
Pennsylvania is under a statewide Code Purple air quality alert on Friday because of smoke from the wildfires in Canada and Minnesota. But what does that mean?
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Pennsylvania is under a statewide Code Purple air quality alert on Friday because of smoke from the wildfires in Canada and Minnesota. But what does that mean?
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro celebrated $678 million in new investments in education as part of the newly signed state budget.
Wildfire smoke from Canada is leading to a Code Purple air quality alert on Friday in Pennsylvania.
Pennsylvania will be under a code red air quality alert on Thursday because smoke from wildfires in Canada and Minnesota will create unhealthy levels of pollution for everyone.
Time is running out for lawmakers in Harrisburg to decide on a Pennsylvania Supreme Court ruling earlier this year.
A 12-year-old boy on an e-bike was killed in a crash in Manchester Township, Pennsylvania, on Monday, authorities said.
Three people are facing charges after a naked child was found walking on a road in Lebanon County, Pennsylvania.
PJM Interconnection, the regional power grid operator for Pennsylvania and 12 other states, is set to release new information on rates on Tuesday.
The Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry is celebrating 10 years of its MY Work program.
During the Parkway East closure, PennDOT is encouraging drivers to use a website that provides updates on how traffic is flowing around the I-376 detours.
The historic Union Pacific Big Boy No. 4014 is rolling through western Pennsylvania on Saturday, with a stop in Leetsdale.
Keystone Safari in Mercer County has welcomed two orphaned giraffe calves.
These are the best restaurants in the Pittsburgh area for wine lovers, according to Wine Spectator.
Pennsylvania Sens. Dave McCormick and John Fetterman have formed a joint fundraising committee.
Last year, Americans received nearly 30 billion scam robocalls and text messages.
An animal rescue says it has pulled eight cats out of a "Hell House" in York County, Pennsylvania.
Pennsylvania State Police say a Delaware County man made a threat to the governor's mansion and was taken into custody.
There are several data centers on the drawing boards in southwestern Pennsylvania, raising concerns about noise and pollution.
A former Bucknell University coach has been charged in the death of a freshman football player who collapsed during practice and died in 2024.
A mother and her 11-year-old son were killed after a tree fell on them during a severe storm at a Pennsylvania campground on the Fourth of July, authorities said.
The National Weather Service said flash flooding is possible throughout the region because of excessive rainfall.
A father and his three daughters were killed in a house fire in Perry County, Pennsylvania, authorities said.
When are the fireworks tonight in Pittsburgh? Here's what to know about the city's Fourth of July celebration.
The extreme heat warning for the Pittsburgh area has been extended through Saturday night.
A rare albino cardinal was found under a car in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, the Raven Ridge Wildlife Center said.
More than 300 Pittsburgh Public Schools buses are equipped with AI-enabled Bus Patrol cameras.
Karoline Heintz was killed by Royce Moser, her boyfriend, in Washington County, Pennsylvania, authorities said.
The on-site parking garage partially collapsed in late April, and people who live there say that's just the start of the problems.
Charles Plum, a 17-year-old motorcyclist, was killed in a crash with the driver of a box truck in Georges Township, Fayette County.
More than three years later, we're beginning to learn about the health impacts of the Norfolk Southern train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio.
Karoline Heintz was a first-year student at PennWest California. A man and his mother are charged in her death.
Karoline Heintz was killed by Royce Moser, her boyfriend, in Washington County, Pennsylvania, authorities said.
Charles Plum, a 17-year-old motorcyclist, was killed in a crash with the driver of a box truck in Georges Township, Fayette County.
More than 300 Pittsburgh Public Schools buses are equipped with AI-enabled Bus Patrol cameras.
The on-site parking garage partially collapsed in late April, and people who live there say that's just the start of the problems.
Veteran organizations and businesses are asking state legislators to pass a bill allowing them to keep their so-called "skill-game" machines.
"We've seen too many developers who are trying to bulldoze our community," Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro told "CBS Mornings."
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro on Tuesday said he's instituting what he calls the strictest data center guardrails in the country.
On Tuesday, Pennsylvania took a major step in the fight against the negative impacts of social media, particularly on children.
In a wide-ranging interview with the CBS News partner BBC News, Hunter Biden grew emotional as he discussed his father's condition, describing it as very sad to watch.
The store is expected to open sometime next year.
Buffalo Township police are warning about scammers after investigating several cases where residents have fallen victim.
On Tuesday, Pennsylvania took a major step in the fight against the negative impacts of social media, particularly on children.
While the importance of the family support system is timeless, a new study found it creates financial stressors for all involved.
The store will be located at the North Hills Village shopping center along McKnight Road.
Pittsburgh Today Live's Turkey Fund Kickoff Show will take place on Sept. 18. 2026, with tickets going on sale on Aug. 25!
Table Magazine's Arts and Culture Editor Sean Collier shares his ideas on how to spend this weekend in Pittsburgh.
Back-to-school season can be stressful, so a certified family physician shares ways to make this time easier!
Heather and Daisy meet Uzo, the local rescue pup that is a top-10 finalist in People Magazine's World's Cutest Rescue Dog Contest!
Content Creator and former college football player Cullen Honohan extends his viral online career to help put Robert Morris University basketball more on the map.
More than 300 Pittsburgh Public Schools buses are equipped with AI-enabled Bus Patrol cameras.
The Bob O'Connor Golf Course has been run by a nonprofit with a charitable mission, but the course has been losing money.
KDKA Investigates has received several concerns about the integrity of the bridge, leading to an eight-month investigation into how safe the bridge is.
Going to college was once considered a very safe investment, but with tuition soaring, is it still worth the price tag?
The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection and the Sherwin-Williams Manufacturing Company entered into a consent order and agreement.
More than three years later, we're beginning to learn about the health impacts of the Norfolk Southern train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio.
Several waterways across Pennsylvania tested high for E. coli, environmental groups said.
The Pennsylvania measles outbreak isn't slowing down, and one local doctor said Pittsburgh is not immune.
The countdown to the first day of school is on, and now is the time to start making some adjustments.
In a wide-ranging interview with the CBS News partner BBC News, Hunter Biden grew emotional as he discussed his father's condition, describing it as very sad to watch.
A Pittsburgh-area mother says she was told her child cannot play football this season, even after he'd spent weeks preparing for game action.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
The legendary Penguins goaltender will be inducted into the Penguins Hall of Fame on November 14.
Mark Kulbis is also facing misdemeanor counts of involuntary manslaughter and reckless endangerment in the death of Calvin "CJ" Dickey Jr.
Brandon Lowe homered off Detroit closer Kenley Jansen with two outs in the ninth inning to lift the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 4-3 win over the Tigers.
The international fashion retailer Zara will open a location in Ross Park Mall in 2028, as the mall continues to thrive.
Some Bloomfield business owners paint a nuanced picture of how the annual Little Italy Days festival impacts them, saying that while they don't dislike the festival, they do make less money than they normally would.
The store is expected to open sometime next year.
On Tuesday, Pennsylvania took a major step in the fight against the negative impacts of social media, particularly on children.
Part of the state budget calls for $20 million to go to main street development in communities.
The Jonas Brothers are returning to Pittsburgh later this year.
Hayden Panettiere, who starred in "Remember the Titans" as a child actor and rose to fame in the series "Heroes," has died at the age of 36. The coroner's office says she was found in cardiac arrest.
The tour will be coming to Acrisure Stadium on May 8, 2027.
The popular vocal quintet Pentatonix is returning to Pittsburgh this holiday season.
Joe Manganiello says even when he spent 25 years living in Los Angeles, he always considered Pittsburgh home.
KDKA-TV's Rich Walsh and 93.7 The Fan's Chris Mueller discuss the sports topics of the day.
Karoline Heintz, a PennWest California soccer team member, was found dead in her car. Her boyfriend and his mother are charged in her death.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast!
Royce Moser was charged with homicide in the death of Karoline Heintz, a soccer player at PennWest California in Pennsylvania.
Karoline Heintz was stabbed to death by Royce Moser, her boyfriend, in Washington County, Pennsylvania, authorities said.
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.
