Looking back at Pittsburgh's coldest winters
As part of the Dollar Energy Fund Cool Down for Warmth, First Alert Meteorologist Kristin Emery is taking a look back in the record books to find the coldest winters Pittsburgh has ever seen.
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As part of the Dollar Energy Fund Cool Down for Warmth, First Alert Meteorologist Kristin Emery is taking a look back in the record books to find the coldest winters Pittsburgh has ever seen.
As part of the Dollar Energy Fund Cool Down for Warmth, First Alert Meteorologist Ron Smiley is breaking down the signs and symptoms of hypothermia and frostbite.
KDKA-TV First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin showed us this morning how ice forms and if there was a way to watch it grow.
They make look frozen, but with the sunshine and warming temperatures, safety officials' warning is simple: stay off the ice.
The warmer weather means kids are back in class after spending much of last week learning from home because of the cold.
The bitter cold last week caused rivers to freeze across the Pittsburgh area, and experts worry that could create problems as the temperatures increase again.
The Southern Armstrong Regional Police Department said they received at least three 911 calls about kids who were playing on ice.
Power was ultimately restored on Thursday evening, but for hours on Wednesday and into Thursday, students had few places to go.
We're in the time of year when potholes pop up just about everywhere on the road, but there are plenty of ways to avoid damage to your car.
For the second time in as many days, another Pittsburgh street was turned into a sheet of ice due to rushing water.
For nearly two days, a water main break caused water to flow down Berg Street, turning it into a sheet of ice.
It's so cold the rivers throughout the Pittsburgh area are freezing, and experts say that could mean big problems.
The City of Pittsburgh stepped in and helped the residents of the Maple Ridge Apartments.
You see them all over social media, tips and tricks on how to beat the winter weather, but do any of them work?
In places like Franklin and Butler, temperatures dropped to -10 degrees with wind chills as low as -25 degrees.
Wednesday will hit negative degrees, but totals will be in the positives up to 30 degrees for the rest of the week.
Sub-zero temperatures are difficult for people to deal with, but it can be challenging for pets too, especially dogs.
Western Pennsylvania power companies are asking customers to be prepared during this cold stretch.
More than a dozen units at an apartment building in the East Hills of Pittsburgh are without heat.
Dozens of closings and delays have been announced across western Pennsylvania on Wednesday.
Doctors are warning about the health impacts of extreme cold ahead of the single-digit temperatures expected this week.
The mayor tells KDKA-TV they have been virtually out of salt since Saturday and have been trying to get more for weeks.
The arctic air is on our doorstep and will take hold tonight.
Salt is a hot commodity as western Pennsylvania has been continuously battered by winter weather.
An extreme cold watch has been issued for the entire Pittsburgh area next week.
Darden Restaurants announced Tuesday that all 28 of its Bahama Breeze locations nationwide will be closing.
A woman and her husband are fighting for a $400 refund after they bought furniture from a Value City Furniture store.
Bo Horvat scored his second goal of the game 52 seconds into overtime and the Islanders beat the Penguins 5-4 on Tuesday night.
Tuesday marked three years since the Norfolk Southern train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio.
Three schools in Pennsylvania were included on Time Magazine's list of the world's top universities for 2026.
Darden Restaurants announced Tuesday that all 28 of its Bahama Breeze locations nationwide will be closing.
A woman and her husband are fighting for a $400 refund after they bought furniture from a Value City Furniture store.
Bo Horvat scored his second goal of the game 52 seconds into overtime and the Islanders beat the Penguins 5-4 on Tuesday night.
Tuesday marked three years since the Norfolk Southern train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio.
Three schools in Pennsylvania were included on Time Magazine's list of the world's top universities for 2026.
Pennsylvania Gov. Shapiro delivered his fourth budget address at the State Capitol in Harrisburg, three months after last year's budget was passed by state lawmakers.
A federal judge on Monday blocked the Trump administration from revoking Temporary Protected Status for Haitians, granting a last-minute reprieve to 350,000 immigrants who were set to lose protections on Tuesday.
Five-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos and his father were released from ICE custody on Sunday, a day after a federal court ordered their release.
The U.S. House Judiciary Committee's inquiry said the panel has questions about why the Department of Justice released only half of the estimated pages of the Jeffrey Epstein files.
The federal agents who were involved in Saturday's deadly shooting of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis have been placed on administrative leave, a federal law enforcement official confirmed to CBS News.
A woman and her husband are fighting for a $400 refund after they bought furniture from a Value City Furniture store.
It's the end of an era for a grocery store in Carrick.
A Pennsylvania couple says Kia wrongly denied a warranty claim after their car's engine failed at 80,000 miles.
Scams targeting utility customers are on the rise in Pennsylvania, the attorney general says.
A handful of Pittsburgh-area Value City Furniture stores are going out of business after their parent company filed for bankruptcy.
Garden expert Doug Oster shows us how to turn your windowsill into a greenhouse!
Daisy visits Market District and Chef Crystal Baldwin to learn how to cook up some sticky and spicy “chamoy” chicken wings.
Fashion influencer Chloe Xandria and her mom, Brenda Johnson, are showing how to dress for any age.
Antiques appraiser Dr. Lori is examining more of your family treasures and heirlooms.
Makeup artist Antonette Medved is walking us through the steps to create the lip look that will have people talking.
Residents of Millvale are trying to get back to normal after last weekend's major snowstorm.
Tracing the past of Shane Hennen and how his troubled life in Pittsburgh pointed to his future downfall.
People in Avella, Washington County, say they have no phone coverage.
Residents and leaders in Charleroi are concerned about the integrity of roads after a trench collapse last year and ongoing construction.
Patrick Vereb is accused of taking money from pet owners who believed their animals would receive dignified cremations.
Southwestern Pennsylvania's cold and snowy winter is taking its toll on more than just our roadways and walkways.
The Liberty-Clairton area is under a code orange air quality action day, according to the Pa. Dept. of Environmental Protection.
The cold weather and lingering snow affect more than just the roads and our cars, it affects our brains.
After the historic snowfall, dangerously low temperatures crept into the Pittsburgh region, bringing a hidden danger that can turn painful in seconds.
The yearly tradition marks the start of months of training for Pittsburgh Marathon participants.
Bo Horvat scored his second goal of the game 52 seconds into overtime and the Islanders beat the Penguins 5-4 on Tuesday night.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
A Detroit Lions fan who was involved in an altercation with Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver DK Metcalf has filed a lawsuit, claiming that he was not only physically harmed but was also falsely accused of making racial remarks.
The NFL has released the first official renderings for the 2026 NFL Draft in Pittsburgh.
Spell had previously committed to Penn State and is the No. 1 running back recruit in the country.
More than 140 employees at Nemacolin were informed they were being let go.
It's been about six years since the pandemic, and a lot of people working from home, but now companies are slowly calling them back to the office.
Pittsburgh Mayor Corey O'Connor on Tuesday announced a new initiative aimed at revitalizing neighborhood business districts across the city.
A handful of Pittsburgh-area Value City Furniture stores are going out of business after their parent company filed for bankruptcy.
It has been five years since the home improvement retailer Menards bought a large parcel of land off Route 30 in Westmoreland County.
"Stick Season" singer Noah Kahan is coming to Pittsburgh this summer.
Music's biggest night returned Sunday with the 68th annual Grammy Awards. Here is how to watch and stream and what to know.
Catherine O'Hara was best known for her comic performances in projects including "Home Alone," "Beetlejuice," and "Schitt's Creek."
Old-school gamers and ex-pinball players have a new place to play some classic arcade games.
The country music superstar will headline an invite-only concert at the Rivers Casino the night before the NFL Draft in Pittsburgh.
A woman and her husband are fighting for a $400 refund after they bought furniture from a Value City Furniture store that filed for bankruptcy.
KDKA-TV's Rich Walsh and 93.7 The Fan's Andrew Fillipponi discuss the sports topics of the day.
Stay on top of local weather with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast!
Tuesday marked three years since the Norfolk Southern train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio.
Stay on top of local weather with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast!
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.
