Mon Incline closures prompt PRT to bring in steering committee to increase transparency
PRT will appoint a steering committee in an attempt to put fresh eyes on the Mon Incline, CEO Katharine Kelleman said.
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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.
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.
UPMC is taking another step to help Pittsburgh's first responders better protect our community.
The San Diego Padres beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 3-0 on Wednesday to avoid a three-game sweep.
A homeowner and her children locked themselves inside a bathroom while a suspected burglar was inside their Pennsylvania home.
A piece of Pittsburgh's history is expected to be demolished soon.
The Westmoreland Fair is one of the biggest events in the county each year.
An Allegheny County woman is facing theft charges after police said she stole more than $4,000 from a scholarship fund created to honor a fallen McKeesport police officer.
A homeowner and her children locked themselves inside a bathroom while a suspected burglar was inside their Pennsylvania home.
NFL player Miles Sanders was arrested in the Pittsburgh area for driving under the influence, according to court records.
UPMC is taking another step to help Pittsburgh's first responders better protect our community.
The San Diego Padres beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 3-0 on Wednesday to avoid a three-game sweep.
A federal judge on Tuesday temporarily blocked enforcement of an Ohio requirement that voters show proof of citizenship when registering to vote at a motor vehicle bureau
Data centers have become the hottest issue in political races across the country, including Pennsylvania's race for governor.
The U.S. and Canada have wrangled for decades over trade, and somehow, they still managed to remain friends, allies and trading partners.
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."
A new report tries to calculate how much Pennsylvanians need to earn to live what's considered a comfortable lifestyle.
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.
A local author talks about her new book, "The Red Line," which explains red flags and how to spot them.
The Pittsburgh Pie Guy shows David and Mikey how to make one of his popular hand-pies.
The Children's Museum is sharing more about its special event that is bringing the world of Gabby's Dollhouse to life.
Daisy previews one of the city's biggest parties by heading to the rooftop terrace at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center.
This month's Community Hero is a high school student with a passion for giving back. He founded a nonprofit that gives back to our active-duty military.
An attempt to regulate Pennsylvania's pet cremation industry just hit a wall.
A family in Wall Borough, Allegheny County, said repeated flooding has forced them to abandon their home's first floor.
A downed power line turned a Kittanning family's front yard into a dangerous scene.
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.
UPMC is taking another step to help Pittsburgh's first responders better protect our community.
For the first time since 1991, Pennsylvania has recorded its first two deaths connected to measles.
Pennsylvania has recorded its first two deaths connected to measles in 35 years.
Injuries are a part of many sports, and UPMC is trying to help high school athletes get back to the games they love.
More than three years later, we're beginning to learn about the health impacts of the Norfolk Southern train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio.
The San Diego Padres beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 3-0 on Wednesday to avoid a three-game sweep.
NFL player Miles Sanders was arrested in the Pittsburgh area for driving under the influence, according to court records.
Oneil Cruz hit the first homer allowed by Mason Miller in over a year with two outs in the ninth, sending the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 1-0 victory over San Diego.
San Francisco 49ers owner Jed York has pleaded no contest to two misdemeanor charges in Northeast Ohio after being arrested on suspicion of engaging in prostitution over the weekend, authorities said.
Nick Gonzales led off the 12th inning with an RBI single and the Pittsburgh Pirates snapped their three-game skid with a 3-2 victory over the San Diego Padres.
A federally funded Ohio manufacturing program faces potential shutdown after a new audit by the U.S. Department of Commerce's Office of Inspector General.
Gas station giant Buc-ee's has sparked a backlash in Ohio over one of its frequent trademark infringement lawsuits.
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.
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
Pittsburghers are remembering Dolly Parton as "one of a kind" following her death on Tuesday.
Dolly Parton became an icon over her six-decade career as a Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, movie and TV star and theme park owner who donated millions to help others.
Bret Michaels is taking a break from touring to recover from recent surgeries.
The Jonas Brothers are returning to Pittsburgh later this year.
A man will face charges after a 62-year-old man was killed in a hit-and-run crash in Redstone Township, Fayette County, authorities said.
UPMC is taking another step to help Pittsburgh's first responders better protect our community.
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Every once in a while, you need to trade the Three Rivers for the Atlantic Ocean! Karyn Locke is sharing why a trip to Virginia Beach could be the perfect escape.
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.