Pittsburgh Regional Transit's Red Line closure update
The temporary closure of Pittsburgh Regional Transit's Red Line is set to begin this weekend.
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The temporary closure of Pittsburgh Regional Transit's Red Line is set to begin this weekend.
Thanks to a report from a consulting firm, Pittsburgh Regional Transit has been offered recommendations to keep the Monongahela Incline open.
Buses are lifelines in Allegheny County, and for some, getting around is about to get a little easier.
On Monday, Allegheny County Executive Sara Innamorato, with the heads of Pittsburgh Regional Transit and Allegheny County DHS, unveiled a new transit program called Allegheny Go. KDKA-TV's Chris DeRose reports.
During morning and afternoon rush hours, the Red Line will run from Downtown Pittsburgh to Overbrook Junction.
A major project on Pittsburgh's light-rail service in Downtown Pittsburgh is underway.
Regular service between Steel Plaza and Gateway is expected to be interrupted and detoured for approximately two months.
Many unused light rail lines are up for consideration to be revived temporarily while construction on current lines is underway.
A passenger is in critical condition after a stabbing on a Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus.
A cyclist was rushed to surgery in critical condition after colliding with a semi-truck on Tuesday.
No passengers were on the bus at the time of the crash.
A multi-year, $150 million project to improve Pittsburgh's light rail system will start next month.
The crash happened at the intersection of Noblestown Road and Obey Street.
PRT will appoint a steering committee in an attempt to put fresh eyes on the Mon Incline, CEO Katharine Kelleman said.
PRT will appoint a steering committee in an attempt to put fresh eyes on the Mon Incline, CEO Katharine Kelleman said.
The closure has caused significant problems for riders and businesses alike.
The Lieutenant Governor took a ride on Pittsburgh Regional Transit as the governor continued his budget push to increase public transit.
State and local leaders on Tuesday were listening to local riders about public transit concerns.
State and local leaders on Tuesday were listening to local riders about public transit concerns. KDKA-TV's Megan Shinn reports.
About 54 bus and T routes will be impacted, including some being eliminated.
The Monongahela Incline reopened Saturday and welcomed passengers, more than one month after it closed due to issues with a new control system.
PRT expects the incline to reopen this weekend if the inspection is successful.
PRT said the repair work is almost complete and the next steps are inspections.
The incline has been closed since January 2.
Pittsburgh Regional Transit said despite the progress, the effort isn't without its challenges.
Joe Negri, known to many as Handyman Negri on "Mr. Rogers' Neighborhood," has died at the age of 99, just days shy of his 100th birthday.
The Pittsburgh Pirates beat the skidding Minnesota Twins 9-3 to complete a three-game sweep.
A fractured majority of Republican justices sided with a sweeping challenge brought by local and county officials against Oak Run Solar.
Police in Bethel Park are searching for the owner of a chicken that was found wandering along a roadway and temporarily disrupting traffic.
No major injuries were reported in the crash on Saw Mill Run Boulevard, but a gas station was damaged as a result.
Joe Negri, known to many as Handyman Negri on "Mr. Rogers' Neighborhood," has died at the age of 99, just days shy of his 100th birthday.
The Pittsburgh Pirates beat the skidding Minnesota Twins 9-3 to complete a three-game sweep.
A fractured majority of Republican justices sided with a sweeping challenge brought by local and county officials against Oak Run Solar.
Police in Bethel Park are searching for the owner of a chicken that was found wandering along a roadway and temporarily disrupting traffic.
No major injuries were reported in the crash on Saw Mill Run Boulevard, but a gas station was damaged as a result.
A fractured majority of Republican justices sided with a sweeping challenge brought by local and county officials against Oak Run Solar.
The move by Republican Gov. Mike DeWine comes as tax breaks for energy-hungry AI data centers are increasingly playing a role in state budgets.
Allegheny County Sheriff Kevin Kraus is suing over a ballot referendum that he says would illegally impose term limits on his position.
President Trump said he is considering replacing the Freedom 250 concert series with a rally after many artists dropped out.
U.S. officials and negotiators were discussing a process to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, sources briefed on the conversations said.
What if what's sitting in your jewelry drawer is worth more than you think?
The price of electricity in Pennsylvania is going up next month.
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.
There will be plenty of professional artists showcasing their talent at this weekend's ChalkFest, but now, Boaz Frankel is trying his hand at the medium with his rendition of Heather and David!
Nothing beats the taste of homegrown tomatoes, but as any greenthumb will tell you, plants can be vulnerable to fungal disease. Garden guru Doug Oester is here to show us the early warning signs, and what you can do to prevent it!
Our very own Daisy Jade is getting up close and personal with some of the remarkable raptors at the National Aviary!
While a lot of what you eat and cook at summer barbecues are often not the healthiest choices, you can turn that around without losing the flavor! Fitness and nutritional expert Lisa Stugart joins us to show us some simple swaps!
Boaz Frankel is giving us a preview of this weekend's Chalk Festival in Pittsburgh and he's joined by The Pitt's Dr. Robby....sort of...
A lawsuit has been filed over the smell neighbors say is coming from the Sherwin-Williams plant in Rochester.
Naida Reed contacted KDKA Investigates after she said Pittsburgh Water failed to follow through on what crews allegedly promised.
What if what's sitting in your jewelry drawer is worth more than you think?
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.
Pittsburgh, with its natural beauty and parks, can be a great place for people to put the phones down and enjoy life.
Doctors say it looks like it will be a bad season for tick-borne diseases.
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 Pittsburgh Pirates beat the skidding Minnesota Twins 9-3 to complete a three-game sweep.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Rico Dowdle has reunited with Mike McCarthy, just as his mother Leslie predicted.
Jake Mangum finished with three hits, including his first home run of the season as the Pittsburgh Pirates held off the Minnesota Twins 10-9.
Bryan Reynolds hit a two-run homer with one out in the ninth inning to give the Pirates a 6-5 victory over the Twins on Friday night.
A fractured majority of Republican justices sided with a sweeping challenge brought by local and county officials against Oak Run Solar.
The move by Republican Gov. Mike DeWine comes as tax breaks for energy-hungry AI data centers are increasingly playing a role in state budgets.
Ohio's tax break for data centers is costing the state far more than expected.
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.
Joe Negri, known to many as Handyman Negri on "Mr. Rogers' Neighborhood," has died at the age of 99, just days shy of his 100th birthday.
President Trump said he is considering replacing the Freedom 250 concert series with a rally after many artists dropped out.
Memorial Day marks the unofficial start to summer, and a new song may be the unofficial summer anthem.
The American Music Awards celebrate fan favorites in the music world and feature performances from multiple artists.
The Carnegie International exhibition at the Carnegie Museum of Art opened earlier this month.
Stay on top of local weather with meteorologist Rob Wilson's forecast!
Joe Negri, known to many as Handyman Negri on "Mr. Rogers' Neighborhood," has died at the age of 99.
The support staff from the nonprofit "Mainstay" helps those living with intellectual disabilities lead an independent lifestyle. KDKA's Megan Shinn shares their story in the KD Sunday Spotlight.
Stay on top of local weather with meteorologist Mary Ours’s forecast!
A dirt bike rider was killed Saturday evening after colliding with a Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus in Pittsburgh's Homewood neighborhood, authorities said. KDKA-TV's Ricky Sayer shares the latest details.
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.
