Norfolk Southern announces details of plan to pay for lost home values because of derailment
The railroad's program will no doubt be welcomed by some people who want to sell their homes and move away from the town.
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The railroad's program will no doubt be welcomed by some people who want to sell their homes and move away from the town.
Unions and workplace safety experts say the idea of disciplining workers who report safety concerns undermines the purpose of creating such a hotline because workers won't use it if they fear retribution.
The Biden administration says it could soon launch a formal evaluation of risks posed by vinyl chloride, the cancer-causing chemical that burned in a towering plume of toxic smoke following the fiery train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio.
The company agreed to improve conditions for those working on the train derailment cleanup.
The U.S. Department of Labor, Norfolk Southern, and Teamsters agreed to improving conditions for workers in East Palestine.
Regulators say Norfolk Southern has made improvements since a fiery Ohio derailment but still falls well short of being the "gold standard for safety" it is striving to be.
The office will be across the street from the company's historic train depot.
Congress responded to the fiery train derailment in eastern Ohio earlier this year with bipartisan alarm at railroad crashes causing potential disasters.
A minor coal train derailment in Virginia in early July prompted Norfolk Southern to rethink the way it responds to problems with overheating bearings.
On Saturday, KDKA's Lauren Linder spoke with company CEO Alan Shaw one-on-one at the remediation site in East Palestine, Ohio.
On Saturday, KDKA’s Lauren Linder spoke with the company’s CEO one-on-one at the remediation site in East Palestine, Ohio, the site of the toxic train derailment almost six months ago.
Additional charges related to the Ohio train derailment, combined with a drop in shipments, more than halved the company's profits.
Some residents say that they're still suffering months after the derailment.
Months after a train carrying chemicals derailed in their town, many residents say that enough still hasn't been done to help them.
Independent testing expert Scott Smith blames the dust kicked up during the soil remediation process.
Hazmat crews were called in, but police said there is no known hazard to the public.
Norfolk Southern says the owner of the rail car that caused the fiery Ohio derailment in February failed to properly maintain it in the years before the crash.
Some states with busy criss-crossing freight railroads are pursuing their own safety remedies rather than wait for federal action amid industry opposition and questions about whether they even have authority to make the changes.
Norfolk Southern's CEO has spoken often of safety and better service since he took the job over a year ago, but it's safety that has dominated discussions after one of his trains derailed and caught fire in February in Ohio.
Several of the cars which collapsed into the river contained hot asphalt and molten sulfur, officials said.
A union official says freight railcar inspections are happening less often and are not as thorough as before due to regulatory loopholes, time constraints and staff cuts.
The NTSB is beginning a two-day investigative hearing into February's train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio.
More than four months after a Norfolk Southern train derailed at the Ohio-Pennsylvania border, some changes are being made to improve rail safety.
Beaver County first responders spent Wednesday night in hazmat training, a new proposal given to them following the East Palestine train derailment. KDKA's Lauren Linder has the story.
On Thursday, the NTSB begins a two-day investigative hearing into February's train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio.
Saturday's game was delayed for more than one hour because of severe storms in the area.
The man was found shot inside the lobby of the New Granada Square apartments in the city's Hill District.
Temperatures today will be cooler with highs near 70 degrees.
Sunday brought with it a big first win for the Pittsburgh Steelers, as football is back in the Steel City.
Four people serving mandatory life sentences for second-degree murder in Pennsylvania are asking the state Supreme Court to reconsider their cases.
The man was found shot inside the lobby of the New Granada Square apartments in the city's Hill District.
Temperatures today will be cooler with highs near 70 degrees.
Sunday brought with it a big first win for the Pittsburgh Steelers, as football is back in the Steel City.
Four people serving mandatory life sentences for second-degree murder in Pennsylvania are asking the state Supreme Court to reconsider their cases.
The Pirates (75-75) closed out a 4-2 stay in Chicago. They swept the White Sox before dropping two of three against the Cubs.
Sen. John Fetterman's surprise video introducing Sen. Dave McCormick at the Republican Party's midterm convention sparked a strong reaction from Democrats. KDKA political analyst Jon Delano breaks it down.
Sen. John Fetterman's surprise video at the Republican Party's midterm convention sparked a strong reaction from Democrats.
Democratic Sen. John Fetterman appeared in a surprise video at the Republican Party's midterm convention on Wednesday, as he becomes increasingly isolated from his own party.
A Pennsylvania man is facing charges after police said he called Gov. Josh Shapiro's office and threatened to "destroy the Commonwealth."
The Trump administration moved Tuesday to ban imports of Canadian motorcycles, some dairy products and most types of alcohol starting later this month, intensifying the trade war between the two countries.
It seems like each week we get a new story or warning about a scam over the phone or on the internet. Here's how you can avoid them.
With proposed 50% tariffs on the table, the cost of new and used cars could increase by thousands in the near future.
A new report tries to calculate how much Pennsylvanians need to earn to live what's considered a comfortable lifestyle.
The store is expected to open sometime next year.
Buffalo Township police are warning about scammers after investigating several cases where residents have fallen victim.
Get your tickets now for the PTL Turkey Fund Kickoff Show happening at the Pittsburgh Playhouse on Sept. 18!
The Original Pittsburgh Taco Festival is back with over 25 food trucks and authentic Latin music. It takes place Saturday, Sept. 12, at The Stacks at 3 Crossings in the Strip District.
Daisy checks out Gameway, the new video gaming lounge at Pittsburgh International Airport!
Leechburg Pizza Company is the latest pizza place featured on PTL Pizza Friday!
The Pittsburgh County Fair will take place Saturday, Sept. 12, at Allegheny Commons Park West. It's a celebration of urban agriculture and all things handmade, homemade, and delicious in Pittsburgh.
The Steel City Youth Football League announced disciplinary action following video that captured an on-field brawl.
Misdemeanor and summary charges have been filed against the coaches involved in a youth football brawl in Pittsburgh.
Police departments all around the country say surveillance technologies like cameras, drones, and license plate readers have proved invaluable in tracking and arresting violent criminals.
Video shows youth football coaches from Carlynton and Keystone Oaks fighting on the field during a game over the weekend.
Police public safety services are being questioned in Forward Township.
A 40-year-old woman died on Saturday from complications associated with measles, the coroner reported.
Four vaccinated people in Pennsylvania have contracted measles, health officials say.
A Pittsburgh-area hospital is seeing a concerning uptick in withdrawals from what many describe as "gas station heroin."
Mental health days aren't just for adults; oftentimes, children need them, too, so here's what parents need to be on the lookout for.
Getting zapped by lightning is an enormous danger, and with an uptick in strikes in the Pittsburgh area, here's what you need to know.
Saturday's game was delayed for more than one hour because of severe storms in the area.
Sunday brought with it a big first win for the Pittsburgh Steelers, as football is back in the Steel City.
The Pirates (75-75) closed out a 4-2 stay in Chicago. They swept the White Sox before dropping two of three against the Cubs.
The Pittsburgh Steelers began the Mike McCarthy era with a 20-13 win over Atlanta on Sunday.
Kickoff between the Steelers and the Falcons is set for 1:00 p.m. at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh.
Many small businesses are still feeling the impact of last week's severe weather.
Pittsburgh leaders and their partners are making a concerted effort to revitalize a North Side business district.
A federally funded Ohio manufacturing program faces potential shutdown after a new audit by the U.S. Department of Commerce's Office of Inspector General.
Gas station giant Buc-ee's has sparked a backlash in Ohio over one of its frequent trademark infringement lawsuits.
The international fashion retailer Zara will open a location in Ross Park Mall in 2028, as the mall continues to thrive.
Local legend Donnie Iris will headline an early show at Pittsburgh's newest music venue, Citizens Live at The Wylie.
Dolly Parton died in Nashville on Aug. 25 at the age of 80 — a shock to fans around the world who weren't aware of her illness.
A show coming to The Palace Theatre in Greensburg looks to pay tribute to Dolly Parton.
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
Pittsburghers are remembering Dolly Parton as "one of a kind" following her death on Tuesday.
KDKA's Bob Pompeani discusses the sports topics of the day.
KDKA's Robby Incmikoski discusses the sports topics of the day.
Get the latest weather forecast from KDKA-TV First Alert Meteorologist Ron Smiley!
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Trey Fulbright's forecast!
The county coroner confirmed that a 40-year-old woman died from complications associated with measles.
Saturday's game was delayed for more than one hour because of severe storms in the area.
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.
