Consumers spent $5.6 billion on Thanksgiving Day — but not on turkey
Americans shelled out billions to buy clothes, electronics, jewelry and toys — including robot vacuums and tablets.
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Americans shelled out billions to buy clothes, electronics, jewelry and toys — including robot vacuums and tablets.
"It's for people that either have to eat alone or who can't really afford a nice meal for their family."
The iconic balloons and marching bands had to veer around the demonstrators, but it did not stop the 97-year-old annual tradition from going on.
The officers also helped fill the shoes of Officer Jeffrey Crawford, who continues to recover from a life-saving kidney transplant.
The officers also helped fill the shoes of Officer Jeffrey Crawford, who continues to recover from a life-saving kidney transplant.
Stuffing, mashed potatoes, turkey, and pie were all on the menu Thursday at Ma & Pop's Country Kitchen in Bethel Park. Most of these items can normally be purchased at this local favorite, but seeing as Thursday was Thanksgiving, all the food was free. KDKA's Chris DeRose reports.
Local businesses teamed up to share delicious meals on Thanksgiving morning.
Thanksgiving may be a time for Americans to come together, but opinion is divided over what's on the crowded dinner table.
Strike up the band and bring up the banner for the annual South Park Thanksgiving Day Parade!
The mission is expecting to feed more than 2,000 people facing homelessness and food insecurity this holiday.
The mission is expecting to feed more than 2,000 people facing homelessness and food insecurity this holiday.
"Get Stuffed With Love" started two decades ago with 250 meals and has grown to what it is today.
The night before Thanksgiving is sometimes referred to as "Blackout Wednesday."
Folks across western Pennsylvania are finishing all their errands ahead of the holiday.
It's expected to be the busiest day of the Thanksgiving holiday stretch.
KDKA's John Shumway has the list of mistakes and recommendations.
KDKA's John Shumway is here to help.
Local grocery store chains will have varying hours on the Thanksgiving holiday.
Those departing from Pittsburgh International Airport are being met with construction cones and signs.
Millions of people will tune in to see the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade this Thursday and you may spot some familiar faces. We spoke to two local music teachers who will be marching with the Band Directors Marching Band.
We've got Thanksgiving in a bowl for this Taste It Tuesday thanks to Sienna Mercato.
One of the busiest travel weeks of the year in the U.S. is typically the week of Thanksgiving – and for some people, that means transporting turkey. But how do you keep your food safe and make sure it gets where you're going?
Travelers could run into some trouble as a cross-country storm is expected during this record-setting travel week.
AAA is predicting that at least 55 million Americans will travel this Thanksgiving holiday, the majority hitting the road.
Julie Start and Bethany Kleppick are the co-owners of Sapphire and Lace Design. They stopped by today to talk about their examples of centerpieces for a Thanksgiving table.
In Blawnox, Band Together Pittsburgh uses music to create a place where those on the Autism spectrum can shine.
Sunday begins a run of warmer temperatures throughout the week, but the rain is coming along with it.
A man is dead, another is in the hospital, and one person is in custody after two shootings on the South Side.
In a Facebook post Saturday, the district attorney wrote that intimidation of a witness or victim is a crime and will be prosecuted.
Mikko Rantanen had a goal and an assist in his return from injured reserve and the Dallas Stars pulled away from the undermanned Pittsburgh Penguins 6-3.
In Blawnox, Band Together Pittsburgh uses music to create a place where those on the Autism spectrum can shine.
Sunday begins a run of warmer temperatures throughout the week, but the rain is coming along with it.
A man is dead, another is in the hospital, and one person is in custody after two shootings on the South Side.
The annual KDKA Fish Fry Guide is back for Lent! Check our listings for a 2026 fish fry near you in Pittsburgh.
In a Facebook post Saturday, the district attorney wrote that intimidation of a witness or victim is a crime and will be prosecuted.
More than 7 million student loan borrowers who've been enrolled in a Biden-era repayment plan will receive notices with instructions to seek a new plan to repay their debt.
Two Republican state senators have introduced a proposal to hold people accountable for evading tolls on the Pennsylvania Turnpike.
In a 54 to 37 vote, two Democrats voted with all Republicans in attendance to advance Sen. Markwayne Mullin's nomination. A final confirmation vote is expected in the coming days.
Most Republicans, especially MAGA, continue to support the US action and express a lot of confidence in Trump personally.
The Supreme Court will consider whether states can count mail ballots that are postmarked by Election Day but arrive after.
Studies show nearly 25% of Pennsylvanians can't pay their power bills at least once a year.
After a rat raised questions about health and safety at The Urban Tap, the owner says the South Side business is ready to gain back the public's trust.
Looking to get free shipping when you make an online purchase, but your order doesn't qualify? Here's how you can change that!
Pennsylvania farmers say economic factors like diesel fuel and fertilizer costs are pushing them to the edge.
The gas price spikes are real and apparent. Here's how Pittsburgh drivers can save money.
Spring is a natural reset point, and that can include your fitness! Mikey and David are joined by an old friend, Daniel Hill of House Call Training, who gives you some easy, at-home workouts to kickstart your spring!
Mikey and David are joined by Derek Rochna, the owner of The Farmer's Burger, a new burger truck in Pittsburgh!
With all the chaos at the airport recently, you may be tempted to cancel your flight, but there are some things you should check before you hit the cancel button!
A lot of us have some bad habits when it comes to booking flights, hotels, and trips, but travel expert Bobby Laurie is back on PTL to help you clean them up!
As a part of our spring cleaning series, we reveal who between Pittsburgh Today Live and Talk Pittsburgh had the most expired item in their cabinet, and Mikey and David take your questions in another Friday Free for All!
Steven Eason, 15, was shot and killed while trying to break up a fight at the Haunted Hills Hayride in North Versailles in 2021. No arrest has been made.
People in the Pittsburgh area formed "Families for Justice," a support group for parents who lost children to gun violence.
An inspection sheds light on why dust is blanketing a neighborhood in Westmoreland County.
The O'Connor administration will begin taking a scalpel to Pittsburgh's finances as it tries to close a $30 million to $40 million budget hole.
Residents in the area of Rochester, Beaver County, say a persistent chemical smell has taken over the air.
When doctors found out Ainsley Flynn had viral myocarditis, they leaped into action to save her. Now, Flynn is giving back.
UPMC Hillman Cancer Center is exploring everything radiation treatment can treat, and the success has been life-changing for people.
A Pittsburgh-area man is not just giving people living with ALS a voice, he's giving them their own voice.
A cancer once rare in young people has become the number one cause of cancer-related deaths for Americans under age 50.
Fish fries can be a quandary for people with heart and other medical issues.
Mikko Rantanen had a goal and an assist in his return from injured reserve and the Dallas Stars pulled away from the undermanned Pittsburgh Penguins 6-3.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Luis Robert Jr. hit a three-run homer in the bottom of the 11th inning to give the Mets a 4-2 victory over the Pirates on Saturday.
Three World Cup Fan Zones will allow soccer fans all across Pennsylvania to gather and watch World Cup matches.
Mercyhurst will drop its Division I men's hockey program at the end of the academic year as part of a university-wide master plan.
Pittsburgh's newest music venue released a lineup of its first concerts on Monday, giving a taste of what's to come at Citizens Live at the Wylie.
Forbes' latest ranking of the world's richest people has been released, and the list features billionaires with ties to Pittsburgh.
A fire chief says a fire at an Ohio hog farm complex has killed about 6,000 pigs and unleashed a large plume of smoke that could be seen for miles.
Lawmakers in Harrisburg are looking at bills to tackle dynamic pricing.
The budget airline Breeze is launching a new nonstop route from Pittsburgh to Myrtle Beach this summer.
The price hike raises the cost of the standard plan with ads by $1 per month and the cost of the standard and premium plans by $2.
Newborns at a Pittsburgh-area hospital dressed up to celebrate the 20th anniversary of "Hannah Montana."
11 shows will be coming to Pittsburgh, including six winners of the Best Musical at the Tony Awards.
CBS News announced Friday that CBS News Radio will be shutting down this spring after nearly 100 years of broadcasting, citing "challenging economic realities."
Chuck Norris' family said his death at 86 was sudden, but did not share any details on the cause.
A man was killed, another was hospitalized, and a suspect is in custody after two shootings on the South Side.
Fayette County District Attorney Mike Aubele is offering a stark warning after multiple Laurel Highlands High School parents claimed their students had been told not to speak in school about the serious allegations against two teachers who were arrested in recent weeks for having inappropriate relationships with students. KDKA-TV's Ricky Sayer reports.
Stay on top of local weather with meteorologist Rob Wilson's forecast!
In Pittsburgh, protesters started gathering at the City-County Building for the latest "No Kings" rallies on Saturday. KDKA-TV's Jessica Riley shares more from those who were speaking out.
Watch as teams from Fox Chapel, Montour, and Winchester Thurston high schools compete on this edition of KD Quiz!
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.
