Code Orange Air Quality Action Day issued for Liberty-Clairton area Tuesday, Wednesday
Young children, the elderly, and those with respiratory problems are advised to limit outdoor activities.
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Vinyl chloride's potential impact goes beyond Ohio train derailment
The Ohio train derailment is a "wake-up call" for the reality of vinyl chloride's role in human and environmental health, experts say.
Eating one U.S. fish likened to drinking month's worth of tainted water
Researchers say it's the equivalent of drinking a month's worth of water contaminated with toxic "forever chemicals" known as PFAS.
Plastic recycling is a "failed concept" in the U.S., study says
Greenpeace USA blasted industry claims of creating an efficient, circular economy as "fiction."
Pollution warning issued for Mon Valley residents
The Allegheny County Health Department issued the alert Saturday morning.
Clean Water Festival celebrates anniversary of Clean Water Act
Organizers said that 70 years ago, the rivers were comparable to an open sewer.
U.S. Steel must may $1.5 million due to pollution at Edgar Thomson Works
It is part of a court settlement with the EPA and the Allegheny County Health Department.
Pittsburgh air quality ranked poorly for another year
A recent study showed Pittsburgh is still among the worst cities for air quality.
US Steel Fined $4.6M For Violations At Clairton Coke Works
The Allegheny County Health Department fined U.S. Steel $4.6 million for uncontrolled push violations.
US Steel Fined $1.8M For Clairton Coke Works Emissions
The Allegheny County Health Department fined U.S. Steel $1.8 million for emissions from the Clairton Coke Plant.
Judge's Connection To Driller At Issue In Pennsylvania Pollution Case
The Pennsylvania attorney general's office indicated it might seek the removal of a judge expected to preside over a criminal case in which he has ties to the defendant.
Allegheny County's Last Remaining Coal-Fired Plant Bought With Plans For Sustainable Redevelopment
There's a new owner and a remediation plan for the last remaining coal-fired power plant in Allegheny County.
ALCOSAN's $2.5B Plan To Clean Rivers Costs Ratepayers, Raises Objections From Environmentalists
It's the biggest public works project in the history of the region: $2.5 billion in construction aimed at cleaning up our rivers and streams.
Allegheny County Health Department Fines U.S. Steel $200K For Air Pollution, Permit Violations At Clairton Coke Works
The Allegheny County Health Department is fining U.S. Steel for air pollution violations at the Clairton Coke Works.
Allegheny County Health Department To Send Out Mon Valley Air Quality Alerts
The Allegheny County Health Department will start sending public air quality alerts for the Mon Valley.
Air Pollution Watch Issued For Mon Valley
It's a day of bad air in the Mon Valley.
Pittsburgh Water And Sewer Authority Pleads Guilty To Dumping Sludge In Allegheny River
The PWSA is pleading guilty for violating the Clean Water Act, accused of discharging sludge into the Allegheny River.
Debate Rages On As Air Quality In Region Ranks Among The Worst In The Nation
Many take the air we breathe here in Pittsburgh for granted, but suddenly it's become the topic of major debate.
Report: Allegheny Co. Saw 90 Days Of Unhealthy Air In 2018
Environmental experts, supporters and doctors say that everyone in Allegheny County has a right to breathe cleaner air, and that's why they want to boost funding for the Allegheny County Health Department in order to crack down on the biggest polluters.
Allegheny Co. Health Dept. Imposes Thousands In Fines Against U.S. Steel
The Allegheny County Health Department thousands of dollars in more fines against U.S. Steel.
Giant Eagle Soon Hopes To Eliminate Plastic Bags At All Stores
Giant Eagle soon hopes to expand its new policy of eliminating single-use plastic bags to all its stores.
Waterworks Market District Store Eliminates Plastic Bags At Registers
Giant Eagle's process of eliminating single-use plastic bags begins Wednesday.
Multi-State Proposal Could Hike Gasoline Prices To Benefit Non-Fossil Fuel Transportation Alternatives
Carbon emissions from gasoline-powered vehicles are such an environmental problem that 11 states, including Pennsylvania, have created the Transportation and Climate Initiative (TCI) to develop ways to reduce that pollution.
Southwestern Pa. Families Demand Gov. Wolf's Administration Investigate Rare Childhood Cancer
The families of young people diagnosed with a rare childhood cancer confronted Democratic Gov. Tom Wolf on Monday over what they called his administration's insufficient response to a health crisis they blame on pollution from the shale gas industry.
ALCOSAN Announces Details For Clean Water Plan
Officials approved a plan for the Allegheny County Sanitary Authority to reduce the flow of sewage into local rivers.
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Yellowstone star and Ohio native expected to donate water filtration systems to East Palestine
Luke Grimes is also planning to make a significant financial contribution to the city, as well.
Millie's Ice Cream and Eat'n Park enter into expanded partnership
The two iconic Pittsburgh brands will work together to expand their reach.
Police: Man arrested in connection with string of vehicle break-ins, thefts in Jefferson Hills Borough
A North Versailles man has been arrested following a string of vehicle break-ins and thefts in Jefferson Hills Borough.
Jarry stops 27 shots, Penguins edge Saros, Predators 2-0
Tristan Jarry turned away 27 shots to outduel Juuse Saros and the Pittsburgh Penguins edged Nashville 2-0.
NTSB chair believes train derailment happened due to overheated wheel bearing
On Wednesday, a meeting took place between East Palestine Mayor Trent Conaway and the NTSB Chair Jennifer Homendy.
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Trump indicted in Manhattan; first ex-president to be charged with a crime
The case stems from a "hush money" payment made just days before Trump was elected president in 2016.
Yellowstone star and Ohio native expected to donate water filtration systems to East Palestine
Luke Grimes is also planning to make a significant financial contribution to the city, as well.
Millie's Ice Cream and Eat'n Park enter into expanded partnership
The two iconic Pittsburgh brands will work together to expand their reach.
Pittsburgh's Central and Oakland Catholic among schools hit with 'computer-generated swatting calls'
Pennsylvania State Police responded to school campuses Wednesday to investigate reports of active shooter threats that are believed to be "computer-generated swatting calls."
Police: Man arrested in connection with string of vehicle break-ins, thefts in Jefferson Hills Borough
A North Versailles man has been arrested following a string of vehicle break-ins and thefts in Jefferson Hills Borough.
Politics
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Will Trump be fingerprinted after being indicted?
Former president Donald Trump was indicted by a Manhattan grand jury on allegations related to a business records investigation related to a "hush money" payment.
Go 'Around The Table' with Stacy Smith
Stream Around The Table segments here on CBS News Pittsburgh.
Bill would ban no-consent pelvic, rectal and prostate exams in Pennsylvania
State Rep. Elizabeth Fiedler says the idea for a bill to ban no-consent pelvic, rectal and prostate exams came from a constituent.
Bill would ban no-consent pelvic, rectal and prostate exams in Pennsylvania
Twenty-six states have made it illegal for medical school students to perform pelvic, rectal or prostate exams on patients without consent while they’re under anesthesia for something else. Pennsylvania is not one of those states but now there's a bipartisan move to change that. KDKA-TV's Seth Kaplan reports.
Biden meets Hamlin, praises his resilience
President Joe Biden met Thursday with Damar Hamlin.
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2 Bucks County originals coming together for one-of-a-kind beer
The beer will be called "Rita's Fruit Brews."
The issue with our toilet tissue
There remains an ever-growing issue of how toilet paper is sourced and the effects that the process has on the environment.
Artificial sweetener erythritol linked to increase in heart attacks, strokes
A commonly used artificial sweetener is associated with an increased risk of heart attack and stroke, according to Cleveland Clinic research.
Summer driving season ahead: Will gas prices increase and if so, by how much?
We're just weeks away from the summer vacation driving season so does that mean we're in for an increase at the pump?
Foot Locker to close more than 400 stores ahead of brand reset
Sneaker company plans to close hundreds of in-mall shops before opening more standalone stores.
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Something Good: Sensory-friendly concerts at the Children's Museum
The Children's Museum of Pittsburgh hosts sensory-friendly concerts for kids!
PTL Weekend Guide: March 30, 2023
Pittsburgh Magazine's Sean Collier has a look at what's going on around town this weekend.
How will Gabby Barrett and Dan + Shay do at the CMT Music Awards
Hosts Heather Abraham and David Highfield are talking to Cody Alan, the host of the CMT Music Awards Red Carpet Special, about how Pittsburgh natives, Gabby Barrett and Dan Smyers, will do during the show!
Spring Cleaning Week: Deep cleaning your home with Stanley Steemer
PTL's Daisy Jade is helping with a little spring cleaning. She meets Stanley Steemer General Manager David Fagan to learn about deep cleaning houses after the winter.
Spring is blooming at Root + Bloom in Renfrew
We're welcoming Rachelle Reamer, a farmer, florist and the owner of Root + Bloom in Renfrew, with some of her beautiful spring flowers to the studio. She has some gardening tips for those with green thumbs.
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Hampton mom's push to restrict where sex offenders live gets lawmakers' support
Violent sexual predators are living just steps away from playgrounds and elementary schools right here in our area.
Investment company buying up Pittsburgh-area houses builds spotty record
You may have gotten a call or a letter in the mail: a cash offer to buy your house even though it's not for sale.
Developers say Gainey's office throws up roadblocks to economic growth
Developers said the city's sending out the wrong message.
Pittsburgh woman testifies for grand jury investigation into Jehovah's Witnesses and sexual abuse
Recently, three local Jehovah's Witnesses -- two from Butler County, one from Allegheny County -- were indicted on charges of sexually abusing children.
City controller: Pittsburgh hasn't launched team of social workers to help police with non-violent calls despite $5M budget
The city promised a program billed as a way to keep funding the police while giving them help to address problems outside their skill set.
Health
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Bill would ban no-consent pelvic, rectal and prostate exams in Pennsylvania
State Rep. Elizabeth Fiedler says the idea for a bill to ban no-consent pelvic, rectal and prostate exams came from a constituent.
This device isn't required at all schools. Damar Hamlin wants to change that
Damar Hamlin has also partnered with the American Heart Association on a campaign to increase CPR awareness and education.
High blood pressure on the rise among pregnant women, and that's a risk to both the mother and child
The Centers for Disease Control says that high blood pressure occurs in one out of every 12-17 pregnancies.
Report: Pennsylvania ranks among most prepared states for public health emergency
Pennsylvania ranked among the most prepared states in the country for a public health emergency, according to a national report.
Artificial sweetener erythritol linked to increase in heart attacks, strokes
A commonly used artificial sweetener is associated with an increased risk of heart attack and stroke, according to Cleveland Clinic research.
Sports
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Jarry stops 27 shots, Penguins edge Saros, Predators 2-0
Tristan Jarry turned away 27 shots to outduel Juuse Saros and the Pittsburgh Penguins edged Nashville 2-0.
The Bracket Challenge is back!
Play the Bracket Challenge on KDKA.com.
17 Pittsburgh Riverhounds' matches will be televised on Pittsburgh's CW and streamed LIVE on KDKA.com
Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC and Pittsburgh's CW have entered a partnership for the 2023 season
Pirates top Reds on opening day
The game was played in 3 hours, 2 minutes under new rules this season designed to speed things up.
PNC Park ushers say they want a fair wage
PNC Park's seasoned ushers say they want to work, but they want a fair wage.
Business News
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Railroad will use Ohio-based firms for derailment cleanup
Norfolk Southern has agreed to exclusively use Ohio-based businesses to clean up the site of a fiery train derailment last month in a small town near the Pennsylvania state line.
Summer driving season ahead: Will gas prices increase and if so, by how much?
We're just weeks away from the summer vacation driving season so does that mean we're in for an increase at the pump?
Foot Locker to close more than 400 stores ahead of brand reset
Sneaker company plans to close hundreds of in-mall shops before opening more standalone stores.
Norfolk Southern supports some new regs after Ohio disaster
Norfolk Southern's CEO is offering support for some parts of a bipartisan U.S. Senate bill to put tougher safety regulations on railroads.
Pro-Moscow voices tried to steer Ohio train disaster debate
Not long after the Ohio train derailment, pro-Russian voices on Twitter began spreading anti-U.S. propaganda about the incident.
Entertainment
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'Ghosts' executive producer says growing up in Altoona fueled inspiration for show
If you haven't seen the show "Ghosts" on CBS or Parmount+, you may be missing out on all the fun that the spirits haunting Woodstone Mansion have with their two living housemates.
Gwyneth Paltrow not responsible for ski crash, jury finds in civil trial
Retired optometrist Terry Sanderson had sued the actress for more than $300,000 over a 2016 collision on a ski slope.
Godsmack, Staind bringing summer tour to Pittsburgh
Godsmack and Staind are bringing their tour to Pittsburgh this summer.
"The Young and the Restless" at 50: The drama continues
For the past half-century Genoa City, Wisconsin, has been the setting for high drama, marital gyrations and genre traditions, in TV's most-watched soap opera.
Composer Nicholas Lloyd Webber, son of Andrew Lloyd Webber, dies at 43
"We are all totally bereft," Webber said in a statement.
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Millie's Ice Cream and Eat'n Park expand partnership
The two popular Pittsburgh brands announced a new partnership.
Ireland Contracting Nightly Sports Call: March 30, 2023 (Pt. 2)
KDKA's Rich Walsh and 93.7 The Fan's Chris Mueller discuss the sports topics of the day.
Ireland Contracting Nightly Sports Call: March 30, 2023 (Pt. 3)
KDKA's Rich Walsh and 93.7 The Fan's Chris Mueller discuss the sports topics of the day.
Ireland Contracting Nightly Sports Call: March 30, 2023 (Pt. 1)
KDKA's Rich Walsh and 93.7 The Fan's Chris Mueller discuss the sports topics of the day.
KDKA-TV Nightly Forecast (3/30)
Get the latest weather updates with meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast!
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2023 Pittsburgh International Auto Show drives into David L. Lawrence Convention Center
The 2023 Pittsburgh International Auto Show cruised into the David L. Lawrence Convention Center on Feb. 17 for a weekend of fun and automobiles.
McKeesport Officer Sean Sluganski laid to rest
The McKeesport community came together Tuesday, Feb. 14, 2023, to say a final farewell to fallen police officer Sean Sluganski, who was killed in the line of duty.
Train derailment causes massive fire in East Palestine, Ohio
A train derailment caused a massive fire caused in East Palestine, Ohio on Feb. 3, 2023.
Sights of the Season: The ups and downs of the 2022 Pittsburgh Steelers
The Steelers started out with a 2-6 record before going 7-2 down the stretch to finish 9-8, just missing out on making the playoffs.
Beloved Brackenridge Police Chief Justin McIntire laid to rest
Hundreds of law enforcement officials attended the funeral for Brackenridge Police Chief Justin McIntire at Mt. St. Peter Roman Catholic Church in New Kensington on Jan. 11, 2023.
