Red Cross providing shelter for displaced residents of Westmoreland County
Friday's storms left several displaced in Westmoreland County.
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American Red Cross provide free smoke detectors
Volunteers went door to door to make sure local families had working smoke detectors as part of the "Sound The Alarm" event.
Brother's Brother Foundation Collecting Donations, Mobilizing To Provide Medical Help In Ukraine
The ongoing crisis in Ukraine has many Americans wondering how they can help the war-torn country.
Pittsburgh Blood Bank Raises Alarm About National Shortage
The Red Cross is sounding the alarm as it faces a national blood crisis, and Vitalant is too. The local blood bank gives blood to UPMC and AHN.
Volunteer From Pittsburgh Ditches Christmas Plans To Help Kentuckians Impacted By Deadly Tornadoes
A Pittsburgh Red Cross volunteer ditched her Christmas plans to help run a shelter in Kentucky after the devastating tornadoes last week.
Five People Displaced After Apartment Building Goes Up In Flames In Stowe Township
An early morning fire at an apartment complex in Stowe Township has left five people without a home.
Red Cross Assisting 5 Residents Of A Home Following 2-Alarm Fire In Greenfield
Five people are being assisted by the Red Cross and a firefighter was taken to the hospital following a house fire in Greenfield.
Red Cross Volunteers Help Cleanup, Assess Damage After Ida's Remnants Hit Western Pennsylvania
Several neighborhoods are picking up the pieces after Wednesday's flooding.
Local Volunteers Deployed To Help With Hurricane Ida's Aftermath
As reports of damage from Hurricane Ida emerge, volunteers are expecting to be there for weeks to help with recovery efforts.
Red Cross Volunteers From Pittsburgh Packing Up, Heading South To Help With Hurricane Ida Recovery
As Hurricane Ida makes landfall in Louisana, Red Cross volunteers from our area are packing up and getting ready to help with recovery efforts.
At Least 8 People Displaced Following Overnight Fires In McKeesport
At least six adults and two children have been displaced following overnight house fires in McKeesport.
Firefighters Rescue Dog From Burning Home Full Of Clutter In Beaver County
Firefighters were able to overcome a house that was full of clutter and rescue a dog from a burning home in Freedom.
Red Cross Helping Glassport Family Displaced By Fire
A family is receiving support from the Red Cross after they were displaced by a house fire on Saturday morning.
Red Cross Says Blood Donations Can Help Patients Battling COVID-19
Blood that tests positive for COVID-19 antibodies can help those in need of a convalescent plasma transfusion.
Dozens Left Without A Home On Easter After Brentwood Apartment Building Fire
Dozens of people from the South Hills are without a home on Easter.
Red Cross, Chevy Teaming Up To Set Up Blood Donation Stations
There is always a need for blood donors, but it's especially important right now because of the Coronavirus pandemic.
American Red Cross Responds To Fatal Pa. Turnpike Crash That Killed 5, Injured 60
A massive fatal chain-reaction crash on the Pennsylvania Turnpike overnight Sunday has left 5 dead.
Red Cross Greater Pa. Region Sends More Than 30 Volunteers To Help Hurricane Dorian Victims
Volunteers from the American Red Cross Greater Pennsylvania Region have been deployed to help with Hurricane Dorian relief efforts.
Red Cross Operating Shelter At Convention Center For Oakland Fire Residents
The Red Cross has partnered with local officials to provide refuge for those impacted by the De Raud Street fire.
McKees Rocks Building Condemned After Fire, Community Coming Together For Victims
The Red Cross is helping six families after a late-night fire inside an apartment building in McKees Rocks.
Facing Critical Blood Shortage, Red Cross Offers Gift Cards To Entice Donations
The American Red Cross says they are in urgent need of blood donations, including a critical need for Type O blood.
Red Cross Looking To Install Almost 2,900 Free Smoke Alarms
The American Red Cross wants to install almost 2,900 free smoke alarms across Pennsylvania in about two weeks.
2 Men, 6 Animals Rescued From Filthy Home In Liberty Borough
Two brothers and several animals are being removed form a home in Liberty Borough on Tuesday night because filthy conditions inside the residence made it uninhabitable.
Red Cross In Need Of Blood Donations
The Red Cross says it needs your help.
West Mifflin Fire Displaces Family
A family in West Mifflin was forced from their home after flames engulfed their house.
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Pitt requiring masks in indoor public spaces on Allegheny Co. campuses
The University of Pittsburgh is requiring masks to be worn while indoors at public places on its campus in Oakland.
Reynolds hits 2 HR's as Pirates end 6-game losing streak
Bryan Reynolds hit two home runs, JT Brubaker pitched seven shutout innings and the Pittsburgh Pirates snapped a six-game losing streak, beating the Boston Red Sox 8-2 Thursday night.
Police called to reported shooting in McKeesport
Police say one man has died following a late-night shooting in McKeesport.
1 killed, 1 injured after McKees Rocks shooting
One person was killed and another was injured in a shooting in McKees Rocks.
Body found in Monongahela River near Mon Wharf
A body was found floating in the water near the Mon Wharf on Thursday.
Riley Williams released from house arrest to attend Pa. Renaissance Faire
Riley Williams is accused of stealing Nancy Pelosi's laptop during the Jan. 6 attack before later getting rid of it.
Foster Love Project hosts third annual Back to School Fest
The third annual Back to School Fest was recently held at the headquarters of the Foster Love Project.
Jefferson Memorial Cemetery receives backlash for annual car cruise
A local cemetery is receiving backlash from the community after hosting a charity car cruise.
Police: Pennsylvania man tried to buy stolen human remains
Police say the man allegedly tried to buy stolen human remains from an Arkansas woman for possible resale on Facebook.
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Pitt requiring masks in indoor public spaces on Allegheny Co. campuses
The University of Pittsburgh is requiring masks to be worn while indoors at public places on its campus in Oakland.
Reynolds hits 2 HR's as Pirates end 6-game losing streak
Bryan Reynolds hit two home runs, JT Brubaker pitched seven shutout innings and the Pittsburgh Pirates snapped a six-game losing streak, beating the Boston Red Sox 8-2 Thursday night.
Police called to reported shooting in McKeesport
Police say one man has died following a late-night shooting in McKeesport.
1 killed, 1 injured after McKees Rocks shooting
One person was killed and another was injured in a shooting in McKees Rocks.
Body found in Monongahela River near Mon Wharf
A body was found floating in the water near the Mon Wharf on Thursday.
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Former Trump Org. exec pleads guilty to fraud, agrees to testify against company
Weisselberg's deal with prosecutors calls for a sentence of five months in New York's Rikers Island jail, followed by five years' probation.
Two bills in Pennsylvania General Assembly aim to create open primaries
The goal is to allow voters who aren't registered to a specific party to participate in primary elections.
Doug Mastriano challenges Josh Shapiro to 2 debates
6:17: Mastriano challenged Shapiro to a debate with some weird rules
First lady Jill Biden tests positive for COVID-19
The first lady has been vacationing in South Carolina with her family, including President Biden.
President Biden to sign Inflation Reduction Act into law
President Biden is signing the Inflation Reduction Act, making it officially a law, on Tuesday.
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Moonlit Burgers set to open second location in Pittsburgh
The popular burger joint opened during the pandemic will get a second location.
Raising Cane's poised to open first Pittsburgh-area location
It's a time to celebrate for chicken finger lovers in Western Pennsylvania.
Thousands of SUVs recalled due to seatbelt issue
General Motors has issued a recall that impacts thousands of SUVs.
Thousands of SUVs recalled due to seatbelt issue
The recall includes Escalades, Suburbans, Tahoes and Yukons.
Back To School: Packing a healthy lunch on a dime
There are plenty of ways to pack a healthy, affordable, and delicious lunch for your child.
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Something Good: MotoAmerica and Hockey
The young sports stars of tomorrow!
Old Flame Mending puts your damaged clothes back together
PTL's Mikey Hood visits Old Flame Mending in Avalon to find out how they give new life to those old clothes in your closet! And, how they can fix all those holes in your kids' jeans as they head back to school.
Dining Dish: The best pizza in Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Foodie Hal B. Klein is picking the best pizza in Pittsburgh! How'd he do it?!
PTL Weekend Guide: Aug. 18, 2022
Pittsburgh Magazine's Sean Collier has a look at what's going on around town this weekend!
Fun with local lovebirds on National Couples Day
PTL's Celina Pompeani is finding out how well some local couples know each other on National Couples Day!
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Dealers rush to sell ghost guns before new rules take effect
Unserialized ghost guns will effectively be banned on Aug. 24, and retailers are scrambling to sell them.
In 10 months as Washington County DA, Jason Walsh seeks death penalty against 8
Seeking the death penalty will come at considerable costs to Washington County's taxpayers.
City says affordable housing is one way to help people experiencing homelessness
What is being done to help people experiencing homelessness in the city of Pittsburgh?
KDKA Investigates: Helping people experiencing homelessness in Pittsburgh
Homelessness is on the rise in our region, up 21 percent in Allegheny County from last year.
Developers say cracker plant in Beaver County will be economic boost needed for region
Shell's cracker plant in Beaver County is finally set to open later this summer.
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New study shows digital devices may actually improve our memory
If you're struggling to remember something, new research suggests - just reach for your cell phone.
Health officials investigate "fast-moving" E. coli outbreak of unknown cause
The CDC said this week that it's still unclear what kind of contaminated food is causing the spike in illnesses.
CVS, Walgreens, Walmart must pay Ohio $650M in opioids suit
Retail giants' approach to dispensing pain medication caused a public nuisance in the communities, lawsuit alleged.
Back To School: Packing a healthy lunch on a dime
There are plenty of ways to pack a healthy, affordable, and delicious lunch for your child.
Doctors not concerned about monkeypox spreading at schools
A confirmed monkeypox case was found at a YMCA camp just weeks before the beginning of the school year.
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Reynolds hits 2 HR's as Pirates end 6-game losing streak
Bryan Reynolds hit two home runs, JT Brubaker pitched seven shutout innings and the Pittsburgh Pirates snapped a six-game losing streak, beating the Boston Red Sox 8-2 Thursday night.
Penguins promote Todd Reirden to associate coach
The Penguins promoted Todd Reirden to associate coach.
Browns QB Deshaun Watson settles for 11-game suspension, $5M fine
Deshaun Watson has reached a settlement with the NFL and will serve an 11-game suspension.
Thomas Jefferson players continue tradition of dyed blonde hair for camp
A long-standing tradition for the Thomas Jefferson Jaguars football team is back for another season.
Arroyo, Verdugo, Hill lead Red Sox over skidding Pirates 8-3
Christian Arroyo had three hits and three RBIs, Alex Verdugo reached base five times and 42-year-old Rich Hill won for the first time in nearly two months as the Boston Red Sox beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 8-3 on Wednesday night.
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Moonlit Burgers set to open second location in Pittsburgh
The popular burger joint opened during the pandemic will get a second location.
Raising Cane's poised to open first Pittsburgh-area location
It's a time to celebrate for chicken finger lovers in Western Pennsylvania.
President Biden to sign Inflation Reduction Act into law
President Biden is signing the Inflation Reduction Act, making it officially a law, on Tuesday.
CEO of Brighton Rehab, 4 others indicted on health care fraud charges
Federal investigators have indicted five people, including the CEO of Brighton Rehab and Wellness Center in Beaver County, of health care fraud.
Unpaid unemployment: the frustrations surrounding delays in receiving payments
Several times per week here at KDKA, we hear from unemployed people whose frustrations have boiled over while trying to get some help from the state -- so John Shumway went asking for answers.
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Little Italy Days kick off in Bloomfield
One of Pittsburgh's favorite long-running traditions will get underway in Bloomfield today.
August Wilson House grand opening draws family, community members, and supporters
The doors to the renovated building opened on Saturday.
Anne Heche dies at 53 following Los Angeles car wreck
Heche got her start in a soap opera before starring in films and on TV, and made headlines for her relationship with comedian Ellen DeGeneres in the '90s.
Yo-Yo Ma to join Pittsburgh Symphony for one-night performance in February
The legendary cellist will be in Pittsburgh for one night only.
Organizers announce plans for Little Italy Days in Bloomfield
The 20th annual Pittsburgh Little Italy Days returns to Bloomfield on Aug. 18-21.
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Pitt requiring masks in indoor spaces on Allegheny Co. campuses
The university says this is due to community transmission levels of COVID-19 in Allegheny County being 'high.'
Ireland Contracting Nightly Sports Call: August 18, 2022 (Pt. 3)
KDKA's Bob Pompeani and 93.7 The Fan's Andrew Fillipponi discuss the sports topics of the day.
Ireland Contracting Nightly Sports Call: August 18, 2022 (Pt. 1)
KDKA's Bob Pompeani and 93.7 The Fan's Andrew Fillipponi discuss the sports topics of the day.
Ireland Contracting Nightly Sports Call: August 18, 2022 (Pt. 2)
KDKA's Bob Pompeani and 93.7 The Fan's Andrew Fillipponi discuss the sports topics of the day.
KDKA-TV Nightly Forecast (8/18)
Stay on top of local weather with meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast!
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Guess Who? Go back to school with the KDKA Team
We've collected the class pictures of our KDKA team. Can you guess who's who from these photos?
Goodbye Heinz Field: Ketchup bottles and signage removed to make way for Acrisure Stadium
On Monday, July 18, 2022, crews were hard at work at the former Heinz Field. They were taking down signage to make way for Acrisure Stadium. After removing the endzone ketchup bottles on Monday and Tuesday, the iconic Heinz Field sign on the front of the stadium was taken down.
Artist renderings offer early look of new UPMC Presbyterian Hospital
The new UPMC Presbyterian Hospital will stand 17-stories high and have 636 private patient rooms, officials said.
17 train cars derail in Harmar Township, injuring 3
More than a dozen tanker cars derailed in Harmar Township, sending three people to the hospital on Thursday.
Pittsburgh Marathon returns, thousands of runners participate
Pittsburgh Marathon weekend 2022 brought hundreds of thousands of people into the city. Despite a rainy day, runners made their way through 14 city neighborhoods.
