Good news you may have missed in 2025
The bad news from the past year (and there was a lot of it) drowned out much of the GOOD news that made smaller headlines. David Pogue reports on some of 2025's best underreported stories.
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The bad news from the past year (and there was a lot of it) drowned out much of the GOOD news that made smaller headlines. David Pogue reports on some of 2025's best underreported stories.
It marks the second lawsuit in recent months accusing the filmmaker and studio mogul of leveraging his power in Hollywood to make sexual advances.
With President Trump declaring Dec. 26 a federal holiday, here's what's open and closed on Dec. 26.
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.
The police chief of Bristol Township, Pennsylvania, says the incident response after the nursing home explosion is the largest he's ever seen in 20 years.
Bucks County officials say the two people killed after explosions at a Bristol nursing home were a resident and a staff member.
President Trump said TV broadcast licenses should be revoked if newscasts and late-night shows are almost entirely negative about him and the GOP.
NORAD, the North American Aerospace Defense Command, tracks Santa's Christmas Eve flight around the world each year.
Many businesses adjust their hours on Christmas Eve, so it's best to plan ahead if you need to do any last-minute shopping.
Rahmanullah Lakanwal, a 29-year-old Afghan national, is accused of fatally shooting Army Spc. Sarah Beckstrom and wounding Air Force Staff Sgt. Andrew Wolfe.
The Justice Department early Tuesday released more than 11,000 additional documents and photos from the Jeffrey Epstein files.
With no winner in Monday's drawing, the Powerball jackpot on Christmas Eve will be at least an estimated $1.7 billion.
Doctors and scientists say this year's influenza season could be tougher than usual, with a new version of the flu virus, called H3N2, spreading quickly.
The singer said an MRI showed a cancerous spot on one of his lungs after he recovered from a lengthy bout of bronchitis.
Northern U.S. states and higher elevations have the best chances of a white Christmas, while southern and western areas are far less likely to see snow this year.
The show was called off because of the wet and muddy field conditions at 1846 Farms.
A Hempfield family's home has become known as the "crash house" because drivers leave the highway and come crashing into it.
Tom the turkey is causing traffic backups at Logan and Library roads in Bethel Park.
Konnor Griffin hit a two-run single to key a five-run second inning and Henry Davis tacked on a two-run homer to lead the Pittsburgh Pirates over the NL Central champion Milwaukee Brewers 7-4.
The top minds in AI and business are in Pittsburgh this week to discuss how cities can implement the technology.
The push for paid parental leave continues in Allegheny County, but with some major changes.
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 program will provide relief for customers who pay their bills on time for two years.
The announcement was touted as a way that could change the way western Pennsylvania addresses energy.
With 100 days to go until Christmas and goods getting more expensive, here's what shoppers should know about holiday buying.
The wait for medical imaging keeps getting longer, leaving some people fraught with anxiety.
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.
Table Magazine’s Arts & Culture Editor, Sean Collier, is back to tell us about three things to do this weekend.
Immersive theater is all the rage, and soon it's going to go bump in the night with Campfire Stories, the latest production from the Vigilance Theater Group. Here to tell us all about it are founder Sean Collier and actresses Sydney DuBose and Elizabeth Glyptis!
No passport needed to take in the food and culture this weekend, and here to tell us more about the Placek Family Slavic Festival, sponsored by Best Windo and Doors, is Jim Shustrick, the entertainment coordinator for the event.
What's old is new - Apple revealed its first-ever folding iPhone, and it's already turning heads. Here to show us what makes it different is PTL tech expert Cami Nwokedi.
The nationally touring festival is making its Steel City debut this weekend, and Xinyu Ye, Panda Fest's event manager, joined PTL to give us a sneak peek at the "panda-monium!"
A Hempfield family's home has become known as the "crash house" because drivers leave the highway and come crashing into it.
The wait for medical imaging keeps getting longer, leaving some people fraught with anxiety.
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.
The goal was to simulate an emergency situation that would push the limits of the hospital and health care network.
The push for paid parental leave continues in Allegheny County, but with some major changes.
An 18-year-old from Mifflin County has died from measles-related complications, Pennsylvania health officials said.
The wait for medical imaging keeps getting longer, leaving some people fraught with anxiety.
A 40-year-old woman died on Saturday from complications associated with measles, the coroner reported.
Konnor Griffin hit a two-run single to key a five-run second inning and Henry Davis tacked on a two-run homer to lead the Pittsburgh Pirates over the NL Central champion Milwaukee Brewers 7-4.
Christian Yelich's two-run double in the seventh inning sent the NL Central champion Milwaukee Brewers to a 5-4 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates.
U.S. Steel's logo will be featured on all Penguins' helmets in the 2026-27 season.
Jacob Misiorowski struck out seven in five shutout innings as the Milwaukee Brewers moved closer to their fourth straight National League Central title with a 5-1 win over Pittsburgh.
West Virginia assistant football coach Noel Devine has been arrested on a felony strangulation charge.
The top minds in AI and business are in Pittsburgh this week to discuss how cities can implement the technology.
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 show has been canceled because of the muddy field conditions at 1846 Farms.
"The Pitt" won the Emmy award for outstanding drama series for a second year in a row.
Kenny Chesney will be joined on the tour by Eric Church, Sheryl Crow and Reylan James.
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.
"Panda Fest," an Asian-fusion food festival, is coming to Station Square. KDKA-TV's Barry Pintar reports.
In an alternate future, the Cold War still rages, and four teenagers with dark skills and darker secrets are offered a fresh start at a secret military academy. Author Ava Reid joins the show to discuss her new work!
Panda Fest is making its way to Pittsburgh this weekend, and Xinyu Ye, the event manager, is in the Talk Pittsburgh studio to give us a sneak peek at the unique event!
Barry Pintar joins Mikey Hood with one photo that sums up the week!
As fall gets closer, there's no better time to get cozy with a good read and warm drink at Bloomfield's White Whale Bookstore. Operations manager Luis Correa is on the show to share what's new in paperback and hardcover this season.
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.
