How veterans can protect themselves from claim sharks
"A claim shark is an unaccredited individual or company that promises to help veterans or survivors with their claim with disability or benefits."
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"A claim shark is an unaccredited individual or company that promises to help veterans or survivors with their claim with disability or benefits."
For military veterans and active-duty members, it can be tough to find a good job in today's society.
Starting at 10:30, representatives from different military branches marched down Liberty Avenue as spectators cheered and waved American flags.
Greater Pitt Tree Service provided a free tree trimming for a local World War II veteran Friday morning.
After serving our country and fighting for our freedoms, many veterans still face a very real threat. Scammers have identified veterans as prime targets, especially around Veterans Day.
Though the weather was gloomy on Saturday, a grateful group of veterans showed up in the Strip District to take advantage of the help and resources that they so well deserve.
Though the weather was gloomy on Saturday, a grateful group of veterans showed up in the strip district to take advantage of help and resources that they so well deserve. KDKA's Chris DeRose has more.
Most of the reaction to the death of a rail worker who mistakenly stepped in front of two CSX locomotives last month has focused on whether the 19-year veteran should have seen the train coming.
Teams took part in a 24-hour stationary spin-bike marathon to help raise awareness and money for a veteran non-profit.
On Saturday, 25 teams took part in the annual Ruff Ride Pittsburgh cycling event.
A World War II soldier from Ford City will finally be laid to rest at Arlington National Cemetery next week.
A World War II soldier from Ford City will finally be laid to rest at Arlington National Cemetary next week.
It is intended to provide local veterans with better access to primary and specialty outpatient care.
The Pittsburgh Penguins and 84 Lumber teamed up to provide a local veteran with $50,000 in home renovations as part of their Home for a Hero platform.
Veterans give so much to keep us free, and now, a local golf program wants to say thanks.
Veterans give so much to keep us free, and now, a local golfing program wants to say thanks. It involves seven lessons, the basics, and a big boost in confidence. KDKA's Meghan Schiller reports.
The motorcycle ride honors those who paid the ultimate price.
Former Pittsburgh Penguins player Ryan Malone is offering his hockey skills and talents to local military veterans.
A local veteran's home is reporting its fellowship shuttle bus that caught fire this week was arson.
A local veteran's home is reporting its fellowship shuttle bus that caught fire this week was arson. Pittsburgh police say the van went up in flames early Friday morning on Pride Street in the city's Uptown neighborhood.
Bikers hit the road once again, all to raise money for veterans in need.
Last year's event raised more than $42,000.
For Thomas Grates, it's about remembering those who served and being a resource for them.
The breakfast club allows veterans to share stories and connect with others.
More than two dozen Pennsylvania breweries have joined forces to create a special brew for Memorial Day.
A Beechview dog owner is asking for the return of his 7-year-old German shepherd.
For the 20th consecutive year, the University of Pittsburgh opened its doors on Christmas Day for folks to enjoy a warm meal in good company.
"Tonight, at my direction as Commander in Chief, the United States launched a powerful and deadly strike against ISIS Terrorist Scum in Northwest Nigeria," President Trump said.
Some Allentown residents are pushing Pittsburgh Regional Transit to restore regular light rail service to their neighborhood.
A single winning ticket was sold for Powerball's Christmas Eve jackpot of $1.817 billion, in Arkansas. It was the second-largest U.S. lottery jackpot ever won.
A Beechview dog owner is asking for the return of his 7-year-old German shepherd.
For the 20th consecutive year, the University of Pittsburgh opened its doors on Christmas Day for folks to enjoy a warm meal in good company.
"Tonight, at my direction as Commander in Chief, the United States launched a powerful and deadly strike against ISIS Terrorist Scum in Northwest Nigeria," President Trump said.
Some Allentown residents are pushing Pittsburgh Regional Transit to restore regular light rail service to their neighborhood.
A single winning ticket was sold for Powerball's Christmas Eve jackpot of $1.817 billion, in Arkansas. It was the second-largest U.S. lottery jackpot ever won.
"Tonight, at my direction as Commander in Chief, the United States launched a powerful and deadly strike against ISIS Terrorist Scum in Northwest Nigeria," President Trump said.
President Trump said TV broadcast licenses should be revoked if newscasts and late-night shows are almost entirely negative about him and the GOP.
Gov. Mike DeWine has signed legislation eliminating Ohio's four-day grace period for late-arriving mail-in ballots.
The Justice Department early Tuesday released more than 11,000 additional documents and photos from the Jeffrey Epstein files.
With revenue declining and costs increasing, council members said they reached a compromise.
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.
The Pittsburgh International Airport is getting nonstop flights to Dublin next year.
We asked, and you delivered! Your pets have gone full holiday mode!
Everyone is competing against each other to see who can wrap their oddly shaped present the fastest!
From timeless classics to some questionable choices, we're spilling all our favorite holiday movie secrets!
Secret Santa has become a yearly tradition on Pittsburgh Today Live and Talk Pittsburgh!
A Pittsburgh-area couple is vying for the championship on one of television's most talked-about baking shows.
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.
Drivers who were convicted of infractions years ago are being told to surrender their licenses or file costly appeals because Allegheny County never processed the paperwork.
Thousands of Pennsylvanians are dropping their health insurance as premiums are set to double on Jan. 1, 2026.
Health care workers say a powerful new street drug is clogging Pittsburgh-area emergency rooms with people suffering from violent withdrawal symptoms.
Millions of people with an Affordable Care Act health plan face a massive jump in premiums next year — this chart shows just how much.
A Pennsylvania man visited Penn to thank the surgeon who saved his life during a stroke.
NFL players say they will continue with dry-needling sessions despite a recent incident involving the Pittsburgh Steelers' T.
T.J. Watt returned to practice on Wednesday, two weeks after he had surgery to repair a partially collapsed lung.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
The Toronto Maple Leafs picked up a 6-3 win over the Pittsburgh Penguins on Tuesday.
The Pittsburgh Pirates have agreed to a two-year deal with All-Star Ryan O'Hearn to boost their struggling offense.
For the 25th consecutive season, the Steelers are sending multiple players to the Pro Bowl Games.
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.
A report on the future of water in central Ohio warns that industrial demands for water will skyrocket at the same time experts expect farmers will need to regularly irrigate their fields.
The singer said an MRI showed a cancerous spot on one of his lungs after he recovered from a lengthy bout of bronchitis.
Comedian and actor Bowen Yang performed his final sketch on "SNL" Saturday night, after announcing his unexpected mid-season exit from the show.
A court in Romania has sentenced American rapper Wiz Khalifa to nine months in jail on drug possession charges.
Pittsburgh-area natives Joe Manganiello and Caitlin O'Connor have moved from Hollywood to Mt. Lebanon.
The special features interviews with Kathy Bates, Annette Bening, Albert Brooks, Michael Douglas, Kiefer Sutherland, Jerry O'Connell and Mandy Patinkin.
Stay on top of local weather with First Alert Meteorologist Trey Fulbright's forecast!
For the 20th consecutive year, the University of Pittsburgh opened its doors on Christmas Day to provide a warm meal and good company. KDKA-TV's Lauren Linder reports.
A Beechview dog owner is asking for the return of his 7-year-old German shepherd. KDKA-TV's Mamie Bah has more.
We asked, and you delivered! Your pets have gone full holiday mode!
Everyone is competing against each other to see who can wrap their oddly shaped present the fastest!
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.
