Roundtable meeting held to discuss concerns over public transit
State and local leaders on Tuesday were listening to local riders about public transit concerns. KDKA-TV's Megan Shinn reports.
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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.
On Friday morning, fences went up and construction on the escalators of the Wood Street T station began.
Beginning on December 8, the Wood Street Station downtown will be closed for two weeks.
PRT is telling riders to add an additional 20 minutes to their expected commute this weekend.
A performance audit showed the Pittsburgh Regional Transit has corrected all of its findings from the last audit.
Wood Street Station will be closed for two weeks as crews work to remove all four escalators at the station.
Starting Monday, Pittsburgh Regional Transit has announced that Wood Street Station will be closed for two weeks as crews work to remove all four escalators at the station.
The man allegedly stabbed another man in the gut on a Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus and fled on foot to another bus.
Pittsburgh Regional Transit says they have finished installing mobile ticketing validators system-wide.
Pittsburgh Regional Transit said the 84 employees fired over the COVID-19 vaccine mandate will be given the opportunity to come back to work.
Pittsburgh Regional Transit is alerting riders that construction on the University Line bus rapid transit project will change several routes beginning Oct. 1.
Both cars on the Monongahela Incline stopped Friday, stranding a dozen passengers.
A Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus and a car collided in downtown Pittsburgh on Wednesday.
The station features a new ramp and stairs, new platforms, a covered waiting area, and LED lighting along with other features to improve pedestrian safety.
The company says that those numbers are nearly four times the typical ridership for a Friday and Saturday.
Pittsburgh Regional Transit has completed the final step of securing a $150 million federal grant for the bus rapid transit project.
The two sold-out shows are scheduled for Friday and Saturday night at Acrisure Stadium.
A Pride-themed train was spotted on the Silver Line.
The transit agency has secured contracts with 2,500 employees.
Picklesburgh moved forward as planned on Friday, with crowds mostly undeterred by the thick haze of wildfire smoke and the "very unhealthy" air quality it created.
Wildfire smoke is blanketing western Pennsylvania, though the area is expected to get a break soon.
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?
A one-month, concentrated initiative between the two helped collect millions in unpaid tolls.
A bunker and a stone wall protect the front left side of the green.
Friday will be another day with poor air quality in Pittsburgh as the wildfire smoke worsens.
A Westmoreland County family wants to warn others after they said they found a large void beneath the garage in their house built by Ryan Homes.
Wildfire smoke is causing hazardous air quality in the Pittsburgh area, prompting a warning from health officials.
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?
Picklesburgh moved forward as planned on Friday, with crowds mostly undeterred by the thick haze of wildfire smoke and the "very unhealthy" air quality it created.
Pittsburgh Fire Chief Darryl Jones, who has been on paid administrative leave, will retire after a review of his bureau.
Lawmakers are one step closer to making daylight saving time permanent after the House passed a bill with overwhelming support.
The measure also allows states to opt out if they take action before the federal law is enacted.
Sen. Mitch McConnell released a statement on his health on Sunday along with a photo of himself and his wife, Elaine Chao, after questions swirled about his condition.
President Trump paid tribute to the late senator Lindsey Graham, a Republican from South Carolina, who had just returned from a trip to Ukraine.
A Westmoreland County family said having a secret room is not as cool as it sounds, after finding a large void under their garage built by Ryan Homes
Last year, Americans received nearly 30 billion scam robocalls and text messages.
The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission approved a 3.5% toll increase that goes into effect on January 3, 2027.
After about three dozen Allegheny County home deeds were fraudulently put into an LLC's name, experts are sharing tips for protecting yourself.
Giant Eagle has remained the dominant grocer in southwestern Pennsylvania for more than 40 years, and one of those reasons was the exit of Kroger.
Which brave soul will take a chance at being the Pickle-Bull riding champ?
Companies all over the world are getting in on this "briney-bash"...so Mikey and David are tossing some wings with "Wing-Stop"
Companies all over the world are getting in on this "briney-bash"...so Mikey and David are tossing some wings with "Wing-Stop"
Is Boaz up for the true test for pickle-loving athletes...we just hope he doesn't "drop the ball" on this one...
Daisy takes us to the heart of the "Dill-Cathlon" a true Olympic style competition...which innocent bystander will take the crown?
A Westmoreland County family said having a secret room is not as cool as it sounds, after finding a large void under their garage built by Ryan Homes
Allegheny County is facing a major financial crisis.
It costs a lot of money to keep houses of worship safe.
Over the past several years, neighbors in one Pittsburgh-area community say they've found dozens of dead birds at the base of a single telephone pole.
Two years after Pittsburgh struggled to turn on public water fountains, the city says just about every operable fountain is now working.
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?
A lettuce supplier to fast-food giant Taco Bell has been linked to a nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak that has sickened thousands of people, the CDC said.
Wildfire smoke is causing hazardous air quality in the Pittsburgh area, prompting a warning from health officials.
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.
With 11 confirmed cases of cyclospora in Allegheny County, here's what a couple of doctors have recommended you do to stay healthy.
A bunker and a stone wall protect the front left side of the green.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
The Pirates will begin the 2027 season in March against the Athletics, making it the earliest start in the history of the franchise.
Mark Kulbis is also facing misdemeanor counts of involuntary manslaughter and reckless endangerment in the death of Calvin "CJ" Dickey Jr.
The Pittsburgh Penguins are ending their ECHL affiliation agreement with the Wheeling Nailers, the team announced on Thursday.
The Colorado-based Voyager Technologies has officially acquired Astrobotic, the aerospace company located on Pittsburgh's North Side.
Giant Eagle has remained the dominant grocer in southwestern Pennsylvania for more than 40 years, and one of those reasons was the exit of Kroger.
A major healthcare merger is now official.
The Kroger Company announced the acquisition of Giant Eagle on Wednesday morning.
Schewbel's is closing after 120 years, meaning Giant Eagle will have to find a new bakery to make its branded bread.
New Zealand actor Sam Neill, known for "Jurassic Park" and "The Piano," died Monday at 78, his family says.
The new movie "Young Washington" opened over the Fourth of July weekend, earning more than $20 million at the box office and becoming the nation's top live-action film.
The nominations for the 78th annual Primetime Emmy Awards were announced Wednesday morning in Los Angeles, with the final season of HBO Max's "Hacks" setting a new record for the most nominations in a single year for a comedy series.
It's shaping up to be a busy holiday weekend across western Pennsylvania, which includes the Westmoreland Arts and Heritage Festival.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were married as they celebrated their wedding with hundreds of guests Friday at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
Thick surface-based wildfire smoke that originated in Canada and Northern Minnesota continues to linger across all of western Pennsylvania, eastern Ohio and northern West Virginia as of early Friday afternoon. However, the area will likely get a break soon. Lauren Linder reports.
One of the top vintage motor sports events in the world, the Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix, is back for its 44th race this Sunday. KDKA-TV’s Chris Hoffman has a preview of what’s in store and finds out if the weather conditions will throw a wrench in the festivities.
Picklesburgh moved forward as planned on Friday, with crowds mostly undeterred by the thick haze of wildfire smoke and the "very unhealthy" air quality it created. KDKA's Erika Stanish reports.
A thick blanket of wildfire smoke has settled over western Pennsylvania, creating "very unhealthy" air quality. KDKA has team coverage.
A state-funded center at West Virginia University is facing growing scrutiny over whether the program is attracting the students it was designed to serve. KDKA-TV's Shelley Bortz has more.
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.
