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Pittsburgh International Airport announces checkpoint changes beginning in May
TSA PreCheck travelers will now have to use the main checkpoint at Pittsburgh International Airport starting next month.
Three people arrested and charged in 2021 deadly shooting in Marshall-Shadeland
Police announced the arrest of three suspects in connection with a deadly shooting in Marshall-Shadeland nearly four years ago.
Egg drops, vintage goods, and spring flowers | KDKA Weekend Planner
It's Easter weekend, and there is a lot of seasonal, family fun to be had!
KDKA Fish Fry Guide 2025
The annual KDKA Fish Fry Guide is back for Lent! Check our listings for a 2025 fish fry near you in Pittsburgh.
Wiz Khalifa's 'Kush + Orange Juice' changed his game. 15 years later, a sequel recaptures the spirit
Wiz Khalifa released his breakout mixtape, "Kush + Orange Juice," 15 years ago.
Pittsburgh's high temperatures reach the 80s on Friday, Easter won't be as warm
Temperatures climb back into the 80s today, but cooler temperatures and potential storms loom.
Penn State delays discussion on potential closures of satellite campuses
The decision on those potential satellite campus closures won't come until mid-May.
U.S. Steel Bald Eagle Cam
Watch the U.S. Steel Bald Eagle Cam here.
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Looking for something you saw on KDKA-TV News? Find links and information about the topics and news stories from our newscasts.
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How a tracking device helped catch a mail fraud suspect
A covert camera at the Penn Hills Post Office led to federal criminal charges against Steven Goldwire.
Bargain hunting in a constantly changing tariff atmosphere - how you can save money
With Mother's Day, Father's Day, Easter, and graduations all on the horizon and an uncertain world of tariffs, how can you save money?
Online auction taking place for items once owned by Triangle Tech
Hostetter Auctioneers, based in Beaver Falls, has been contracted to auction off certain assets to the public.
Checking out a new Easter trend involving dyeing marshmallows
Blogger Stephanie Gigliotti, and her son Vincent, stopped by to share a viral trend they created this Easter season by dyeing marshmallows.
Lawsuit filed against Beaver County contractor over allegedly incomplete jobs
The lawsuit seeks to stop the defendant from doing business in Pennsylvania, along with consumer restitution and civil penalties.
Pennsylvania farmers view President Trump's trade war as a "double-edged sword"
While they feel the tariffs could help their industry, they could still do some damage.
Pittsburgh area small grocers facing uncertainty as some tariffs get paused and others remain
Even with the news of a pause on certain tariffs, grocers in Pittsburgh are bracing for price hikes amid the uncertainty.
UPMC pauses Penn Hills IVF lab services, leaving couples scrambling
Staff at a UPMC lab in Penn Hills discovered a problem late last week, sending shock waves through a community of patients.
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Pittsburgh's high temperatures reach the 80s on Friday, Easter won't be as warm
Temperatures climb back into the 80s today, but cooler temperatures and potential storms loom.
KDKA-TV Morning Forecast (4/18)
Get the latest weather updates with meteorologist Ron Smiley’s forecast!
Meet the KDKA First Alert Weather Team
The KDKA First Alert Weather Team brings you the latest forecasts and weather information to keep you and your family safe and informed.
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The Weather Watcher Network is a way for you to join the KDKA Weather Team. By sharing your weather observations, photos, and storm reports you will help us monitor weather conditions neighborhood by neighborhood, as it happens.
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Alex Ovechkin honored with tribute video, standing ovation at PPG Paints Arena
Ovechkin broke Wayne Gretzky's long-standing goals record earlier this month when he scored his 895th career goal.
Penguins win season finale, beat Capitals 5-2
The rebuilding Penguins missed the postseason for the third straight year.
Megan McConnell ready to "live out this dream" after WNBA training camp invite
Duquesne University's Megan McConnell received a training camp invitation from the Phoenix Mercury of the WNBA.
Pittsburgh will be watching as Green Bay gets ready for 2025 NFL Draft
Pittsburgh will be watching as Green Bay, Wisconsin, gets ready for the 2025 NFL Draft next week.
Rodgers says he's not holding teams hostage as he ponders NFL future
During an appearance on "The Pat McAfee Show," Aaron Rodgers said he is in no rush to make a decision about his future.
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KDKA In Your Neighborhood: Pittsburgh Brookline PreK-8
In this edition of KDKA In Your Neighborhood, we visited Pittsburgh Brookline PreK-8.
That's A Wrap: April 18, 2025
That's a wrap for this week on PTL!
How to create a prom-perfect makeup look
Daisy was at Macy's to learn how to create a prom-perfect makeup look!
Taking you behind the scenes of an upcoming production of 'Ascend'
"Ascend" is a one-of-a-kind experience that blends movement, technology and imagination. We got a preview of the production from the executive producer of the Pittsburgh Playhouse, Kiesha Lalama.
PTL Pupdate with Maz: April 18, 2025
Our PTL Pup Maz is training hard to become a canine companion. She joined us in the studio today and even brought a friend!
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The big screen or the streaming screen? Which outlet offers more to the Pittsburgh film industry?
Since the pandemic, streaming has soared while movie theaters have continued to wane, but what does that mean for the Pittsburgh Film Office?
Glassport cracking down on borough ordinance related to owning chickens
The borough says their zoning officer will be issuing letters to people violating ordinances.
Truck slams through side of Vanderbilt Post Office during police chase
The crash happened at the Post Office along Liberty Street just before 1:45 a.m. on Tuesday.
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Sewage floods Jeannette street
Some Jeannette residents say raw sewage has been flooding down their street for at least a week.
Mom says Venango County removed her son's full-time nurses
A mom says she's now forced to take on the role of caregiver for her 23-year-old son.
10% of BBB complaints in western Pennsylvania deal with home improvement
A couple in West Mifflin fears the contractor they hired for a home improvement job might never return.
Patients of beloved dentist seek reimbursements after his sudden death
The sudden passing of Dr. Carl Medgaus has many patients scrambling, having paid thousands for treatments they'll never receive.
Card skimmers are popping up in the Pittsburgh area more often
Electronic card skimmers are a perfect match for color, texture and size and they only take seconds to snap into place.
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Pittsburgh International Airport announces checkpoint changes beginning in May
TSA PreCheck travelers will now have to use the main checkpoint at Pittsburgh International Airport starting next month.
Three people arrested and charged in 2021 deadly shooting in Marshall-Shadeland
Police announced the arrest of three suspects in connection with a deadly shooting in Marshall-Shadeland nearly four years ago.
Egg drops, vintage goods, and spring flowers | KDKA Weekend Planner
It's Easter weekend, and there is a lot of seasonal, family fun to be had!
KDKA Fish Fry Guide 2025
The annual KDKA Fish Fry Guide is back for Lent! Check our listings for a 2025 fish fry near you in Pittsburgh.
Wiz Khalifa's 'Kush + Orange Juice' changed his game. 15 years later, a sequel recaptures the spirit
Wiz Khalifa released his breakout mixtape, "Kush + Orange Juice," 15 years ago.
Politics
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Gov. Shapiro speaks at opening of new Hershey's plant
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro will celebrate the opening of a new Hershey's chocolate manufacturing plant on Wednesday.
Davis says "public officials are human beings" after fire at Shapiro's residence
Pennsylvania Lt. Gov. Austin Davis condemned the arson attack on Gov. Josh Shapiro's official residence on Sunday morning.
Man charged in governor's mansion fire may have targeted Shapiros over their faith
Cody Balmer "made reference to the governor's faith" before setting a fire that burned the Pennsylvania Governor's Residence in Harrisburg this weekend, the Dauphin County DA said.
JD Vance drops Ohio State football trophy at White House
JD Vance nearly fumbled Ohio State's college football championship trophy in a White House celebration Monday.
Pittsburgh-area leaders react to arson at Pennsylvania Governor's Residence
An arsonist set fire to the home on the first night of Passover, which Shapiro and his family celebrated with other members of the Jewish community.
Consumer News
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How a tracking device helped catch a mail fraud suspect
A covert camera at the Penn Hills Post Office led to federal criminal charges against Steven Goldwire.
Bargain hunting in a constantly changing tariff atmosphere - how you can save money
With Mother's Day, Father's Day, Easter, and graduations all on the horizon and an uncertain world of tariffs, how can you save money?
Online auction taking place for items once owned by Triangle Tech
Hostetter Auctioneers, based in Beaver Falls, has been contracted to auction off certain assets to the public.
Checking out a new Easter trend involving dyeing marshmallows
Blogger Stephanie Gigliotti, and her son Vincent, stopped by to share a viral trend they created this Easter season by dyeing marshmallows.
Lawsuit filed against Beaver County contractor over allegedly incomplete jobs
The lawsuit seeks to stop the defendant from doing business in Pennsylvania, along with consumer restitution and civil penalties.
Pittsburgh Today Live
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That's A Wrap: April 18, 2025
That's a wrap for this week on PTL!
How to create a prom-perfect makeup look
Daisy was at Macy's to learn how to create a prom-perfect makeup look!
Taking you behind the scenes of an upcoming production of 'Ascend'
"Ascend" is a one-of-a-kind experience that blends movement, technology and imagination. We got a preview of the production from the executive producer of the Pittsburgh Playhouse, Kiesha Lalama.
PTL Pupdate with Maz: April 18, 2025
Our PTL Pup Maz is training hard to become a canine companion. She joined us in the studio today and even brought a friend!
Stepping into the forge at the Rivers of Steel event
Katie stepped into the forge to try her hand at blacksmithing and gave us a sneak peek at a festival this weekend that celebrates the art of the anvil.
KDKA Investigations
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Sewage floods Jeannette street
Some Jeannette residents say raw sewage has been flooding down their street for at least a week.
Mom says Venango County removed her son's full-time nurses
A mom says she's now forced to take on the role of caregiver for her 23-year-old son.
10% of BBB complaints in western Pennsylvania deal with home improvement
A couple in West Mifflin fears the contractor they hired for a home improvement job might never return.
Patients of beloved dentist seek reimbursements after his sudden death
The sudden passing of Dr. Carl Medgaus has many patients scrambling, having paid thousands for treatments they'll never receive.
Card skimmers are popping up in the Pittsburgh area more often
Electronic card skimmers are a perfect match for color, texture and size and they only take seconds to snap into place.
Health
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Letang undergoes successful surgery to close a hole in his heart
The team announced Letang underwent the surgery to close a "PFO" or a small hole in the wall of the heart.
Black Maternal Health summit calls for change in Pennsylvania
State and local officials are shedding light on the health of Black mothers in hopes of driving real change.
Large number of measles cases being missed, CDC says
The CDC is now struggling to keep up with requests for support from states with measles outbreaks.
CDC weighing end to universal COVID shot recommendations
A majority of the agency's COVID-19 vaccine work group now backs narrower "risk-based" recommendations.
Autism rate rises to 3% of children in CDC study
CDC experts were not made available to discuss the findings showing a rise in autism prevalence.
Sports
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Alex Ovechkin honored with tribute video, standing ovation at PPG Paints Arena
Ovechkin broke Wayne Gretzky's long-standing goals record earlier this month when he scored his 895th career goal.
Penguins win season finale, beat Capitals 5-2
The rebuilding Penguins missed the postseason for the third straight year.
Megan McConnell ready to "live out this dream" after WNBA training camp invite
Duquesne University's Megan McConnell received a training camp invitation from the Phoenix Mercury of the WNBA.
Pittsburgh will be watching as Green Bay gets ready for 2025 NFL Draft
Pittsburgh will be watching as Green Bay, Wisconsin, gets ready for the 2025 NFL Draft next week.
Rodgers says he's not holding teams hostage as he ponders NFL future
During an appearance on "The Pat McAfee Show," Aaron Rodgers said he is in no rush to make a decision about his future.
Business News
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The big screen or the streaming screen? Which outlet offers more to the Pittsburgh film industry?
Since the pandemic, streaming has soared while movie theaters have continued to wane, but what does that mean for the Pittsburgh Film Office?
Pirates owner Bob Nutting emails fan upset about scrapped Bucco Bricks
Pirates' owner Bob Nutting is apologizing for the Bucco Bricks ending up in a recycling center.
Microsoft 'slowing or pausing' some AI data center projects, including in Ohio
Microsoft says it's "slowing or pausing" some data center construction, including a $1 billion project in Ohio.
At a Rolls-Royce museum in Pa. farm country, volunteers dote over iconic cars
The 29 vehicles in a Rolls-Royce and Bentley museum outside Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, are getting the best of care in their golden years.
Pennsylvania farmers view President Trump's trade war as a "double-edged sword"
While they feel the tariffs could help their industry, they could still do some damage.
Entertainment
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Wiz Khalifa's 'Kush + Orange Juice' changed his game. 15 years later, a sequel recaptures the spirit
Wiz Khalifa released his breakout mixtape, "Kush + Orange Juice," 15 years ago.
The big screen or the streaming screen? Which outlet offers more to the Pittsburgh film industry?
Since the pandemic, streaming has soared while movie theaters have continued to wane, but what does that mean for the Pittsburgh Film Office?
Game show host Wink Martindale dies at 91
Wink Martindale, the host of hit game shows "Gambit" and "Tic-Tac-Dough," has died. He was 91.
Alice Cooper, Judas Priest bringing co-headlining tour to Star Lake
Rock legend Alice Cooper and heavy metal icons Judas Priest will share the stage for a co-headlining tour across North America later this year.
Kennywood opens for its 127th season
It's Kennywood's earliest opening day since 1931.
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KDKA In Your Neighborhood: Pittsburgh Brookline PreK-8
In this edition of KDKA In Your Neighborhood, we visited Pittsburgh Brookline PreK-8.
That's A Wrap: April 18, 2025
That's a wrap for this week on PTL!
How to create a prom-perfect makeup look
Daisy was at Macy's to learn how to create a prom-perfect makeup look!
Taking you behind the scenes of an upcoming production of 'Ascend'
"Ascend" is a one-of-a-kind experience that blends movement, technology and imagination. We got a preview of the production from the executive producer of the Pittsburgh Playhouse, Kiesha Lalama.
PTL Pupdate with Maz: April 18, 2025
Our PTL Pup Maz is training hard to become a canine companion. She joined us in the studio today and even brought a friend!
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PHOTOS: Van crashes through roof of White Oak garage
The crash happened early Friday morning along Park Way.
Team PTL opens the 2025 Pittsburgh Home & Garden Show
The annual Pittsburgh Home & Garden Show kicked off on Friday, March 7, 2025, at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center. As is tradition, Pittsburgh Today Live kicked off the show with a live episode!
Photos show school bus crashed into tree in Butler County
A school bus slammed into a tree in Butler County on Thursday morning, sending the driver and two students to the hospital.
Remembering the life of our friend and colleague Jon Burnett
KDKA-TV is sad to report that retired host and weather forecaster Jon Burnett died of complications from suspected CTE. He leaves behind an incredible legacy.
PHOTOS: Winter weather causes vehicle pileup, other accidents on Interstate 80
A fast-moving clipper system is proving Punxsutawney Phil correct this Sunday late afternoon/early evening with some freezing rain/drizzle and light wet snow making roads north of Route 422 and the Pennsylvania Turnpike slippery.
