Norfolk Southern to pay $15 million fine as part of federal settlement over East Palestine train derailment
The federal government agreed to a modest $15 million fine for Norfolk Southern over the East Palestine train derailment.
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The federal government agreed to a modest $15 million fine for Norfolk Southern over the East Palestine train derailment.
Norfolk Southern has reached an agreement to settle a class action lawsuit over the hazardous train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio.
A man has died after being struck by a train on Pittsburgh's South Side.
A federal judge has ruled that Norfolk Southern alone will be responsible for paying for the cleanup.
NTSB Chair Jennifer Homendy's comments rocked the community again.
The vinyl chloride released that day have left residents with lingering fears about possible long-term health consequences.
Images from a local fire company show a train derailed Saturday morning in Lower Saucon Township near Bethlehem, Pennsylvania.
President Biden visited the Ohio village Friday to discuss how the administration is holding the rail operator accountable a year after the derailment.
People who live in East Palestine continue to deal with anxiety, health concerns and questions.
Pennsylvania says it has found no evidence that the toxic train derailment near the border contaminated the state's water or soil.
CSX says a cargo train derailed in rural West Virginia, but no injuries were reported and no cars with hazardous materials spilled.
President Joe Biden will travel to East Palestine, Ohio, about a year after a Norfolk Southern train derailed there and spilled a cocktail of hazardous chemicals.
Federal investigators say they will determine the cause of last year's fiery Norfolk Southern derailment in eastern Ohio at a hearing in East Palestine this June 25.
Saturday marks one year since a toxic train crashed near the Ohio-Pennsylvania border.
Saturday marks one year since a toxic train crashed near the Ohio-Pennsylvania border.
Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg says it's more important that the investigation is done right instead of being done fast.
The site no longer smells of chemicals from the fire and controversial controlled burn that followed, but the effects still linger.
The White House says President Joe Biden will visit the eastern Ohio community devastated by a fiery train derailment in February 2024.
Railroad officials announced the change this week as they reiterated their long-term commitment to helping the town of East Palestine, Ohio, and the surrounding area near the Pennsylvania border recover.
A person was struck on the tracks behind Negley Avenue.
The costs related to the East Palestine derailment continue to grow to reach $966 million for Norfolk Southern, but the railroad's service is improving and its insurance companies have started to pay their share of the cost of the crash in eastern Ohio early this year.
The group is working to gather information on the physical, and mental health impacts to improve research efforts.
Police were called to the scene on South Monroe Street early on Wednesday morning.
President Joe Biden ordered federal agencies to hold Norfolk Southern accountable for its February derailment in eastern Ohio and appoint a FEMA official to oversee East Palestine's recovery, but he stopped short of declaring a disaster.
The railroad's program will no doubt be welcomed by some people who want to sell their homes and move away from the town.
Mike Robinson, a 76-year-old man, died after falling while attempting to climb Seneca Rocks in West Virginia.
The Colorado-based Voyager Technologies has officially acquired Astrobotic, the aerospace company located on Pittsburgh's North Side.
PennDOT is utilizing its Western Regional Traffic Management Center to stay one step ahead of trouble on detour routes during the closure of the Parkway East.
Three people are facing charges after a naked child was found walking on a road in Lebanon County, Pennsylvania.
Jacob Huber, 24, died at the scene after his vehicle was hit head-on by another vehicle that was driving the wrong way on the highway.
Jacob Huber, 24, died at the scene after his vehicle was hit head-on by another vehicle that was driving the wrong way on the highway.
PennDOT is utilizing its Western Regional Traffic Management Center to stay one step ahead of trouble on detour routes during the closure of the Parkway East.
During the Parkway East closure, PennDOT is encouraging drivers to use a website that provides updates on how traffic is flowing around the I-376 detours.
Mike Robinson, a 76-year-old man, died after falling while attempting to climb Seneca Rocks in West Virginia.
The Colorado-based Voyager Technologies has officially acquired Astrobotic, the aerospace company located on Pittsburgh's North Side.
Sen. Mitch McConnell released a statement on his health on Sunday along with a photo of himself and his wife, Elaine Chao, after questions swirled about his condition.
President Trump paid tribute to the late senator Lindsey Graham, a Republican from South Carolina, who had just returned from a trip to Ukraine.
A landmark housing bill automatically became law overnight after President Trump declined to sign it.
Pennsylvania Sens. Dave McCormick and John Fetterman have formed a joint fundraising committee.
Sen. John Fetterman condemned his colleagues who continued backing Graham Platner amid a string of scandals.
Last year, Americans received nearly 30 billion scam robocalls and text messages.
The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission approved a 3.5% toll increase that goes into effect on January 3, 2027.
After about three dozen Allegheny County home deeds were fraudulently put into an LLC's name, experts are sharing tips for protecting yourself.
Giant Eagle has remained the dominant grocer in southwestern Pennsylvania for more than 40 years, and one of those reasons was the exit of Kroger.
A major healthcare merger is now official.
The Pittsburgh Foundation’s One Day of Giving will take place on Tuesday, Aug. 4. Your donation can help more than 200 local nonprofits providing essentials like food, shelter, healthcare, and childcare. Today, Daisy Jade heads to the Rainbow Kitchen Community Services in Homestead, where they’ve been serving the Mon Valley with meals, hope, and support for more than 40 years.
Bruster’s brings out some new flavors just in time for National Ice Cream Day, and if you’re lucky, you may be able to score free ice cream for a year!
Heather takes us over to a fantasy mobile book vendor to explore the possibilities at the upcoming Brighton Heights Book Fair.
Dr. Lori brings us some antique metals. Do you know what they’re worth?
Heather and David are getting an early taste of Picklesburgh for today’s Taste It Tuesday!
Over the past several years, neighbors in one Pittsburgh-area community say they've found dozens of dead birds at the base of a single telephone pole.
Two years after Pittsburgh struggled to turn on public water fountains, the city says just about every operable fountain is now working.
Some residents in Westmoreland County are voicing their frustrations over speculation on data centers.
There are several data centers on the drawing boards in southwestern Pennsylvania, raising concerns about noise and pollution.
Allegheny County is facing a major financial crisis that leaders are unsure how to address.
September marks the beginning of National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month in the United States.
For the eighth year, a mobile dental clinic is back in Pittsburgh, providing free preventive dental care for those living in underserved communities.
A major healthcare merger is now official.
Representatives from UPMC and Allegheny County Public Safety held a demonstration to encourage firework safety in Pittsburgh.
When you hear you're diagnosed with cancer, it can be overwhelming. It can leave questions, anger and a feeling of seclusion.
The 7th hole at Seven Oaks is one of the biggest tests on the course, a challenging par 5.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Mystic Rock, which hosted the 84 Lumber Classic for many years, remains one of the best championship courses in western Pennsylvania.
Mark Kulbis is also facing misdemeanor counts of involuntary manslaughter and reckless endangerment in the death of Calvin "CJ" Dickey Jr.
Paul Skenes won his second straight start after going winless for nine in a row.
The Colorado-based Voyager Technologies has officially acquired Astrobotic, the aerospace company located on Pittsburgh's North Side.
Giant Eagle has remained the dominant grocer in southwestern Pennsylvania for more than 40 years, and one of those reasons was the exit of Kroger.
A major healthcare merger is now official.
The Kroger Company announced the acquisition of Giant Eagle on Wednesday morning.
Schewbel's is closing after 120 years, meaning Giant Eagle will have to find a new bakery to make its branded bread.
New Zealand actor Sam Neill, known for "Jurassic Park" and "The Piano," died Monday at 78, his family says.
The new movie "Young Washington" opened over the Fourth of July weekend, earning more than $20 million at the box office and becoming the nation's top live-action film.
The nominations for the 78th annual Primetime Emmy Awards were announced Wednesday morning in Los Angeles, with the final season of HBO Max's "Hacks" setting a new record for the most nominations in a single year for a comedy series.
It's shaping up to be a busy holiday weekend across western Pennsylvania, which includes the Westmoreland Arts and Heritage Festival.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were married as they celebrated their wedding with hundreds of guests Friday at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
Get the latest weather forecast from KDKA-TV First Alert Meteorologist Mary Ours!
While its name is changing, Astrobotic's mission isn't.
PennDOT utilizes a real-time traffic center to try and stay ahead of issues that pop up on the detours during the 25-day closure of the Parkway East.
Jacob Huber, 24, died at the scene of the crash.
The Pittsburgh Foundation’s One Day of Giving will take place on Tuesday, Aug. 4. Your donation can help more than 200 local nonprofits providing essentials like food, shelter, healthcare, and childcare. Today, Daisy Jade heads to the Rainbow Kitchen Community Services in Homestead, where they’ve been serving the Mon Valley with meals, hope, and support for more than 40 years.
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.
