Environmental group files intent to sue U.S. Steel
The environmental group Three Rivers Waterkeeper intends to sue U.S. Steel over oil sheens in the Monongahela River.
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The environmental group Three Rivers Waterkeeper intends to sue U.S. Steel over oil sheens in the Monongahela River.
The Boar's Head deli meat plant at the heart of a deadly food-poisoning outbreak is set to reopen in the coming months, but recent reports point to ongoing sanitation problems.
A federal judge ordered the Chemours Chemical Company to immediately stop discharging unlawful levels of cancer-causing chemicals into the Ohio River from the company's Washington Works plant in West Virginia.
Concerns came after the Allegheny County Health Department said repairs were being done inside the plant.
Pittsburgh is in the top 12 and top 16 for the two worst air quality categories (smog and soot related air quality), worse than last year's report.
The legacy toy company is increasing the certified renewable or recycled materials that go into its bricks in an effort to reduce its reliance on fossil fuels.
U.S. Steel is trying to put people at ease about what a battery shutdown at its Clairton Coke Works could mean for the area.
One of the oldest parts of U.S. Steel's Clairton Coke Works has shut down for good.
A new study finds that county residents have a higher mortality rate from fine particulate pollution than other parts of the country, particularly in the poorer towns of the Mon Valley and parts of the city.
A new study finds that county residents have a higher mortality rate from fine particulate pollution than other parts of the country, particularly in the poorer towns of the Mon Valley and parts of the city. KDKA-TV's Andy Sheehan reports.
Gov. Josh Shapiro is unveiling a plan to fight climate change.
A court says Pennsylvania can't enforce a regulation to make power plant owners pay for their planet-warming greenhouse gas emissions.
David K. Smith, 55, of Paducah, Kentucky, entered the plea in federal court in Huntington to discharge of refuse into navigable waters.
Efforts by the Biden administration to limit tailpipe pollution from automobiles face a crucial test as legal challenges brought by Republican-led states head to a federal appeals court.
Extreme temperatures and air pollution are associated with an increased risk of heart attacks that result in death.
A Pennsylvania nonprofit released a new report revealing the state’s largest climate polluters in 2021. KDKA's Briana Smith has more on the locations of these facilities and their impact on the environment.
Ohio will have until the end of June to finish a plan to aimed at combating toxic algae blooms that have flourished in Lake Erie since the late 1990s.
Young children, the elderly, and those with respiratory problems are advised to limit outdoor activities.
The Ohio train derailment is a "wake-up call" for the reality of vinyl chloride's role in human and environmental health, experts say.
Researchers say it's the equivalent of drinking a month's worth of water contaminated with toxic "forever chemicals" known as PFAS.
Greenpeace USA blasted industry claims of creating an efficient, circular economy as "fiction."
The Allegheny County Health Department issued the alert Saturday morning.
Organizers said that 70 years ago, the rivers were comparable to an open sewer.
It is part of a court settlement with the EPA and the Allegheny County Health Department.
A recent study showed Pittsburgh is still among the worst cities for air quality.
Grieving pet owners are still waiting for the criminal case against a Pittsburgh funeral director to go to trial.
City Controller Rachael Heisler spoke to the Pittsburgh Economic Club Thursday at the Fairmont Hotel Downtown.
Rural King is a family-owned retailer and a one-stop shop for everything from farm supplies, clothing, tools, lawn and garden equipment, pet supplies and more.
As diesel prices continue to sit at all-time highs, they have a direct impact on several industries.
Smithfield Street in Downtown Pittsburgh is being redesigned.
Treatment for PANDAS isn't covered by insurance, so now a South Hills family is pushing for change.
A man was arrested after police said they identified him in a video depicting the sexual abuse of a toddler that was distributed on the dark web.
Grieving pet owners are still waiting for the criminal case against a Pittsburgh funeral director to go to trial.
Jurkovec is facing two felony charges in connection with the alleged theft.
City Controller Rachael Heisler spoke to the Pittsburgh Economic Club Thursday at the Fairmont Hotel Downtown.
City Controller Rachael Heisler spoke to the Pittsburgh Economic Club Thursday at the Fairmont Hotel Downtown.
President Trump said he could "annihilate" Iran while predicting that Tehran would make a deal to end the war after the U.S. midterm elections.
A warrant unsealed on Monday alleges widespread awards of no-bid contracts to reward supporters of Ed Gainey while he was the mayor of Pittsburgh.
The three news organizations, which were banned from White House grounds by President Trump, are arguing that the ban is unconstitutional.
In a Truth Social post, Mr. Trump called fears around artificial intelligence possibly becoming a superintelligence that could pose a threat to human existence a hoax.
Chick-fil-A currently has 20 locations in western Pennsylvania.
The program will provide relief for customers who pay their bills on time for two years.
The announcement was touted as a way that could change the way western Pennsylvania addresses energy.
With 100 days to go until Christmas and goods getting more expensive, here's what shoppers should know about holiday buying.
The wait for medical imaging keeps getting longer, leaving some people fraught with anxiety.
What do you do if you're an hour away from kickoff and friends are coming over to watch the game? Don't panic. Giant Eagle can help you craft a tailgate spread worthy of game day.
Heather and David join antiques appraisal expert Dr. Lori to guess the value of three items chosen from the PTL mailbox.
Pittsburgh Earth Day's annual Ecolution Fashion Gala takes place on Sept. 30 at The Pennsylvanian.
Shari Zatman put Heather and David to the test to see if they could create a fall centerpiece!
Party planner extraordinaire Shari Zatman, with Perfectly Planned by Shari, shows how to throw a fall-themed party that's all DIY!
Treatment for PANDAS isn't covered by insurance, so now a South Hills family is pushing for change.
A warrant unsealed on Monday alleges widespread awards of no-bid contracts to reward supporters of Ed Gainey while he was the mayor of Pittsburgh.
A Hempfield family's home has become known as the "crash house" because drivers leave the highway and come crashing into it.
The wait for medical imaging keeps getting longer, leaving some people fraught with anxiety.
The Steel City Youth Football League announced disciplinary action following video that captured an on-field brawl.
Treatment for PANDAS isn't covered by insurance, so now a South Hills family is pushing for change.
With costs rising just about everywhere and in everything, Highmark Wholecare's free farmers' markets are providing relief.
The goal was to simulate an emergency situation that would push the limits of the hospital and health care network.
The push for paid parental leave continues in Allegheny County, but with some major changes.
An 18-year-old from Mifflin County has died from measles-related complications, Pennsylvania health officials said.
The forfeits come just over one week after head coach Brian Tarrant was suspended for the rest of the season for violations of WPIAL rules.
Former Pitt quarterback Phil Jurkovec was arrested on Friday and charged with stealing a vehicle from the valet garage at AHN Wexford Hospital.
Rafael Flores Jr. hit the go-ahead two-run home run in the eighth inning to help the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 4-3 win over the Kansas City Royals on Sunday and complete a series sweep.
The New England Patriots' defense smothered Aaron Rodgers on the way to a 20-3 victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday.
Brandon Lowe hit a go-ahead two-run homer in the eighth to lift the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 6-5 victory over the Kansas City Royals on Saturday night.
Rural King is a family-owned retailer and a one-stop shop for everything from farm supplies, clothing, tools, lawn and garden equipment, pet supplies and more.
The top minds in AI and business are in Pittsburgh this week to discuss how cities can implement the technology.
Many small businesses are still feeling the impact of last week's severe weather.
Pittsburgh leaders and their partners are making a concerted effort to revitalize a North Side business district.
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.
An autopsy by the Greenville County Coroner's Office determined Hayden Panettiere's death was due to an accidental overdose of several drugs, including fentanyl.
A casting call is out for paid background actors when the medical drama "The Pitt" comes back to Pittsburgh to film its third season.
Buffalo Bill's home will open this weekend for guided tours as the iconic horror movie turns 35.
The show has been canceled because of the muddy field conditions at 1846 Farms.
"The Pitt" won the Emmy award for outstanding drama series for a second year in a row.
More than a year after a whistleblower came forward with allegations involving thousands of dead pets, grieving pet owners are still waiting for the criminal case against a Pittsburgh funeral director to go to trial. But the Pennsylvania attorney general says that will change soon. KDKA's Meghan Schiller reports.
A New Kensington officer had been suspended pending the outcome of an investigation into the excessive use of force on a suspect, who ended up in the hospital with facial fractures. But last night the council accepted his resignation prior to the outcome of that probe. Andy Sheehan reports.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Mary Ours' forecast.
With an anticipated 2027 budget from Pittsburgh Mayor Corey O'Connor expected to be released next week, City Controller Rachael Heisler spoke to the Pittsburgh Economic Club Thursday at the Fairmont Hotel Downtown, giving the current state of the city's finances, recapping events that led to current fiscal challenges and looking for ways of improving its long-term outlook. Josh Taylor reports.
Did former Pittsburgh Mayor Ed Gainey waste millions of dollars lavishing contracts on supporters for political gain? An unsealed warrant questions dozens of no-bid contracts and whether the Gainey administration circumvented the law. But today some members of city council pushed back, denying any wrongdoing by themselves or the former mayor.
Saturday's game was delayed for more than one hour because of severe storms in the area.
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.
