'We're Ready To Go': Holiday Travelers Hit The Pa. Turnpike Ahead Of Thanksgiving
More drivers are expected to hit the road the day before Thanksgiving this year compared to previous years.
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More drivers are expected to hit the road the day before Thanksgiving this year compared to previous years.
A crash on the Pennsylvania Turnpike is slowing traffic for Thanksgiving holiday travelers.
Thanksgiving Eve is one of the busiest travel days of the year.
A tractor trailer hauling Rubbermaid products crashed early Tuesday morning on the Parkway West, spilling some of its load and tying up traffic for much of rush hour.
People traveling through downtown Pittsburgh for the Monday morning commute were faced with a partial closure of the busy Boulevard of the Allies.
A vehicle fire on Route 28 North has shut down all lanes.
A car is heavily damaged after going over a hillside at I-79 southbound.
Multiple crashes were reported on icy roads around the area as the first snow of the season fell.
Snowy and icy conditions are slowing traffic across Pennsylvania today.
Part of the Parkway West was shut down Tuesday morning in Robinson Township after a major bridge that carries traffic across the area was struck by a car carrier.
It's the new normal in downtown Beaver Falls: drivers have to back into a space when they park on Seventh Avenue.
Four Pittsburgh neighborhoods will be getting speed humps installed this week.
November 10 through 16 marks National Traffic Incident Response Week.
A traffic alert for drivers traveling on Saw Mill Run Blvd., but it shouldn't affect Steelers traffic.
One woman was killed and a second woman was injured in a crash along Route 51 Friday morning that caused significant traffic backups.
The closure of Route 19, Saw Mill Run Boulevard, is being postponed due to inclement weather.
Beware of late-night traffic in the Squirrel Hill Tunnel this week.
President Trump's visit to Pittsburgh is expected to create a problem for downtown rush hour traffic next Wednesday.
Despite Pittsburgh's reputation as a difficult city to drive in, a new study ranks Pittsburgh drivers as the 20th best in the U.S.
A tractor trailer lost its cargo on Route 51 South, causing a huge rush-hour traffic delay.
Tonight, the Pittsburgh Penguins will face off against the Buffalo Sabres. Fans making their way to the game may encounter delays due to construction.
Oakdale Borough said the dredging of a creek is expected to cause major traffic delays.
Two ramps will be closed and detours will be in place along the Parkway West this weekend.
The Department of Public Works is advising motorists of a lane closure in Robinson Township.
Some lanes of the Homestead Grays bridge closed down Monday.
If someone wants to know about the history of Pittsburgh and the Heinz Company, the first place to go is the Heinz History Center.
Residents say they were blindsided by a plan to convert the former Fraternal Order of Police lodge on Banksville Road into a reentry center.
Embedding during the NFL Draft with Pittsburgh EMS, KDKA got a rare look at the lifesaving efforts.
The incident happened during a commercial break in the first half of the Dec. 21, 2025, game with the Lions hosting the Steelers.
Race officials, sponsors, and city officials came together to officially begin the 2026 Pittsburgh Marathon weekend.
Pennsylvania prisons now give suboxone to thousands of inmates, with thousands more on the waiting list.
If someone wants to know about the history of Pittsburgh and the Heinz Company, the first place to go is the Heinz History Center.
Residents say they were blindsided by a plan to convert the former Fraternal Order of Police lodge on Banksville Road into a reentry center.
Embedding during the NFL Draft with Pittsburgh EMS, KDKA got a rare look at the lifesaving efforts.
The incident happened during a commercial break in the first half of the Dec. 21, 2025, game with the Lions hosting the Steelers.
Negotiations over a $500 million dollar government aid package for Spirit stalled after bondholders balked at the terms.
The Pennsylvania House passed two bills about digital identification earlier this week.
As nurses from UPMC Magee Womens Hospital continue to negotiate their first union contract, two of them visited D.C. to fight for their patients.
King Charles attended a state dinner at the White House, after speaking about what he called the "truly unique" relationship between the U.K. and the U.S. in an address to Congress.
Ohio's Republican primary for governor is a few weeks away, but there are few signs that the top candidate sees it as a competitive race.
Wegmans now owns the land in Cranberry Township that will house its first Pittsburgh-area location.
As the war in Iran continues, the impact is hitting Americans' wallets, especially at the gas pump.
Some Trader Joe's shoppers will get a payout after a lawsuit alleged that the retailer's customer receipts put shoppers at risk of ID theft.
The rising price of tomatoes is impacting some restaurants around Pittsburgh.
Music lovers tired of paying hundreds of dollars to see big-name acts may be getting some relief.
What if your planter had just as much personality as what’s growing inside it? One creative Pittsburgher thought the same thing and started giving his flower pots actual faces!
Last week, football fans from around the nation descended on the North Side, and this week, the eyes of the art world are on Oakland for the 2026 Carnegie International. Though it doesn’t technically open until Saturday, Boaz was granted an early look at the event.
The Pittsburgh Marathon is this weekend, and while most runners will lace up in standard athletic gear, a few will be dressing for the produce aisle. If you see a pack of potatoes sprinting past you, don’t be alarmed.
Round up a bunch of reality TV legends, put them on a basketball court, and see what happens. That’s exactly what an upcoming celebrity basketball tournament in Pittsburgh is all about.
PTL hosts Mikey Hood and David Highfield discuss Pittsburgh culture, trending news and social media, food, sports, and more.
Pennsylvania prisons now give suboxone to thousands of inmates, with thousands more on the waiting list.
After suffering roof damage from this year's brutal winter, a Pittsburgh family says their insurance company has left them with even bigger problems.
The Downtown Neighbors Alliance's board voted Thursday to dissolve the organization.
The federal government will begin the long-awaited cleanup of a nuclear waste dump outside Apollo in Armstrong County.
Short-term rental owners in Washington County could soon face new scrutiny.
Across the country, there's a rise in cases of a seasonal illness that's causing medical professionals to speak out.
As nurses from UPMC Magee Womens Hospital continue to negotiate their first union contract, two of them visited D.C. to fight for their patients.
A growing number of parents across the U.S. are declining routine preventive care for their newborns. Doctors say the trend is raising concerns.
Shaler Township has installed new AEDs in 10 of its parks.
Health care workers are preparing to care for anyone who will need treatment.
The incident happened during a commercial break in the first half of the Dec. 21, 2025, game with the Lions hosting the Steelers.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Pittsburgh Penguins head coach Dan Muse has been named a finalist for the Jack Adams Award, the team announced on Friday.
The Kentucky Derby will see a full field of 20 horses in the first leg of the 2026 competition for horse racing's Triple Crown.
Jones, 24, missed the final portion of the 2026 season for the Steelers after suffering a neck injury.
The Atlanta-based railroad said Friday that it earned $547 million, or $2.43 per share, down from $750 million, or $3.31 per share, a year ago.
Some Trader Joe's shoppers will get a payout after a lawsuit alleged that the retailer's customer receipts put shoppers at risk of ID theft.
North Side business owners were left frustrated after unauthorized NFL draft no-parking signs appeared on Western Avenue.
Music lovers tired of paying hundreds of dollars to see big-name acts may be getting some relief.
The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette will stay open after it was sold to a nonprofit.
The newly announced tour will be at PPG Paints Arena for two nights in September.
Musgraves will perform at PPG Paints Arena on Tuesday, September 8.
Jake was at the funeral for one of his closest friends when he learned of his parents' deaths, he said.
Gaffigan announced a continuation of his "Everything Is Wonderful!" Tour and he'll stop in Pittsburgh in November.
Western Pennsylvania natives Bret Michaels and KELS talked about their upcoming free performances at the NFL draft.
If someone wants to know about the history of Pittsburgh and the Heinz Company, the first place to go is the Heinz History Center.
Book retreats are increasing in popularity. So, what is the hype all about?
Here's a sneak peek of the Carnegie International, which comes to Pittsburgh every four years.
Your favorite song and favorite wine might have more in common than you think.
Good News: May 1, 2026
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.
