Brittney Griner breaks silence after release from Russian prison
The WNBA star, who returned to the U.S. last week after a prisoner swap with Russia, shared photos of herself walking off the jet and embracing her wife, Cherelle.
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The WNBA star, who returned to the U.S. last week after a prisoner swap with Russia, shared photos of herself walking off the jet and embracing her wife, Cherelle.
Senator Bob Casey said he is frustrated by the apparent inaction on the part of the Biden administration.
Senator Bob Casey said he is frustrated by the apparent inaction on the part of the Biden administration.
Her plane landed in San Antonio, Texas. Griner was freed from Russia in exchange for notorious international arms dealer Viktor Bout.
The Russian arms dealer has been released from U.S. prison in a one-for-one swap to free WNBA star Brittney Griner, a U.S. official confirmed.
A teacher from Oakmont who's been detained in Russia for more than a year remains in custody.
Biden told reporters that it was "unlikely" the missile had been fired from Russia, based on its trajectory.
The lethal barrage smashed into civilian areas, knocking out power and water.
A teacher from Oakmont who's been detained in Russia for more than a year is being moved to a hard-labor colony.
Russia has imposed personal sanctions on 25 Americans, including Pat Toomey, one of Pennsylvania's U.S. Senators.
The State Department has not declared him wrongfully detained.
The senators said they were deeply concerned for Marc Fogel's safety.
Support is growing for Marc Fogel, a teacher from Oakmont who was sentenced to 14 years in a Russian prison.
Support is growing for Marc Fogel, a teacher from Oakmont who was sentenced to 14 years in a Russian prison.
Marc Fogel's family believes the U.S. government should make every effort to help.
The secretary of state said securing the Americans' release remains a "top priority" for the U.S.
Marc Fogel was detained at an airport in Moscow, accused of trying to smuggle marijuana into the country.
He called for unity and peace.
A Ukrainian governmental and prayer leader visited a church in Oakdale to share his thoughts on the ongoing conflict in the war-torn nation.
Brother's Brother Foundation along with city and county leaders began packing boxes of hygiene kits for victims of the war in Ukraine.
Gov. Jim Justice has announced the West Virginia National Guard will send armored personnel carriers to Ukraine.
They were part of a recent delegation that traveled to Poland to see the crisis at the border.
Republican U.S. Senator Pat Toomey said President Joe Biden is not doing enough to help Ukraine.
Seventeen-year-old Dasha Zhykharskaya arrived in Pittsburgh from Ukraine last Thursday with her younger brother and grandparents.
An American with Pittsburgh connections was killed in a Russian attack in Ukraine.
Pittsburgh offensive coordinator Arthur Smith confirmed Thursday that the Tennessee Titans have reached out to interview him for their head coach opening.
The Pittsburgh Penguins beat the New Jersey Devils 4-1 on Thursday night for their sixth straight victory.
Jack McGregor, the former state senator who founded the Pittsburgh Penguins, died on Tuesday at the age of 91.
West Virginia's attorney general is preparing to argue for the state's law banning transgender athletes in girls' and women's sports in front of the U.S. Supreme Court.
Two people were wounded in a shooting involving Customs and Border Patrol agents in Portland, Oregon, officials said.
Pittsburgh offensive coordinator Arthur Smith confirmed Thursday that the Tennessee Titans have reached out to interview him for their head coach opening.
The Pittsburgh Penguins beat the New Jersey Devils 4-1 on Thursday night for their sixth straight victory.
Jack McGregor, the former state senator who founded the Pittsburgh Penguins, died on Tuesday at the age of 91.
West Virginia's attorney general is preparing to argue for the state's law banning transgender athletes in girls' and women's sports in front of the U.S. Supreme Court.
Two people were wounded in a shooting involving Customs and Border Patrol agents in Portland, Oregon, officials said.
West Virginia's attorney general is preparing to argue for the state's law banning transgender athletes in girls' and women's sports in front of the U.S. Supreme Court.
The House approved a three-year extension of expired health care tax credits, with increased Republican support.
Five Republicans joined all Democrats in voted to advance the measure toward toward limiting President Trump's ability to further strike Venezuela.
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro will run for a second term in the pivotal battleground state after a first term that put him on the Democratic Party's radar as a potential presidential contender in 2028.
Borough council members in Masontown voted this week 6-1 to lay off its entire police force.
Western Pennsylvania is grappling with a December that has been significantly colder than in years past.
Pennsylvania will receive nearly $7 million as part of a nationwide settlement with Mercedes-Benz USA.
People in Armstrong County communities like Worthington and Kittanning say they're not getting packages they ordered weeks ago from Amazon.
As more data centers are approved in southwestern Pennsylvania, state lawmakers are taking steps to make sure the centers pay their fair share and are good neighbors in their communities.
If you haven't sent gifts in the mail yet, you don't have much time left.
With all eyes soon to be on Pittsburgh when the 2026 NFL Draft comes to town, Allegheny CleanWays is launching "The Immaculate Collection" is making sure the city is clean when all the visitors get here!
Fine Wine & Good Spirits is back on the show, and during these cold months, when it's soup season, there's always a good wine to pair with your favorite bowl!
While you may not associate the winter months with gardening, there are things that you can do to make sure it's ready for spring and summer! Boaz Frankel joins the show to show us what you can do, even when it's cold!
During the winter months, we're always dreaming of sunshine, warm weather, and the beach. Well, at Sea Monkey in the Strip District, you can get just that! Team PTL's Daisy Jade gets tropical!
PTL hosts Heather Abraham and David Highfield discuss Pittsburgh culture, trending news and social media, food, sports, and more. Plus, a preview of what's to come on today's show.
Here's a look at the reasons behind the drop in violent crime and the hope that the trend continues into the new year.
Health care workers say a powerful new street drug is clogging Pittsburgh-area emergency rooms with people suffering from violent withdrawal symptoms.
Seven employees of the Allegheny County-run Kane Community Living Centers in Scott Township have been under investigation.
Veterans are outraged after learning about damage done to gravesites at a cemetery in Fayette County.
Artificial intelligence is watching where people park in Pittsburgh.
Firefighters have a 62% higher risk of cancer, and this week, the New Castle Central Fire Station hosted pre-screenings.
Once the holidays are over, we often find ourselves in a funk, so how can we find ways to boost our mood?
A major expansion in women's health care is taking shape in Washington County.
Flu cases keep increasing, but at least one Pittsburgh-area emergency room doctor says not everyone needs to visit him.
FDA-approved semaglutide drug is the first GLP-1 pill for weight loss available in the U.S., according to drugmaker Novo Nordisk.
Pittsburgh offensive coordinator Arthur Smith confirmed Thursday that the Tennessee Titans have reached out to interview him for their head coach opening.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
The Pittsburgh Penguins beat the New Jersey Devils 4-1 on Thursday night for their sixth straight victory.
Ryan O'Hearn is a Pittsburgh Pirate.
North Allegheny teacher Justin Karolski caught Tyler Loop's missed kick on Sunday.
Former Sheetz president and CEO Steve Sheetz has died at age 77, the Altoona-based company announced on Monday.
There won't be a Westmoreland County Airshow next year because of construction at the Arnold Palmer Regional Airport.
The Pittsburgh International Airport is getting nonstop flights to Dublin next year.
Members of the Newspaper Guild of Pittsburgh voted last week to end their three-year-long walkout.
Norfolk Southern railroad worked with the state of Ohio and Youngstown State University to revive plans for a $20 million first responder training center near the site of the worst derailment in a decade in East Palestine, Ohio.
The smash hit Pittsburgh-set medical drama "The Pitt" has been renewed for a third season.
Bruno Mars' The Romantic Tour will make a stop at Acrisure Stadium in August.
"Mayor of Kingstown" is coming back to Pittsburgh to film a fifth and final season.
The HBO Max drama immerses viewers in the struggles faced by the ER staff at the fictional Pittsburgh Trauma Medical Center. "Sunday Morning" visits the hyper-realistic set, and talks with star, writer, director and executive producer Noah Wyle.
Here are the significant books, films and characters joining the list of works in the public domain on Jan. 1, 2026.
KDKA-TV's Rich Walsh and 93.7 The Fan's Chris Mueller discuss the sports topics of the day.
An armed kidnapping in Allegheny County led to a shooting in Pittsburgh's Greenfield neighborhood on Wednesday night, investigators said.
Stay on top of local weather with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast!
Two people were wounded in a shooting involving Customs and Border Patrol agents in Portlant, officials said.
The topic of sex and gender in school sports continues to remain controversial. Next week, it will be the focal point of the U.S. Supreme Court when it takes up similar cases from West Virginia and Idaho on laws barring transgender women and girls from participating on school sports teams. KDKA-TV's Lauren Linder reports.
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.
West Virginia scored a late touchdown to tie the game and then beat Pitt in overtime to win the 108th Backyard Brawl.
