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Supreme Court allows mass firings at Education Department for now
The Supreme Court on Monday agreed to pause a lower court order that required the Department of Education to reinstate nearly 1,400 employees.
Forward Township sunflower festival returns after cancellation last year
It's 12 acres of sunflowers, with sections for photos and picking.
Bishop Mark Eckman installed as 13th bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Pittsburgh
Pope Leo XIV appointed Bishop Eckman to succeed Bishop Zubik due to Zubik reaching the mandatory retirement age of 75.
Pirates MLB draft tracker for Pittsburgh's 2025 picks
Here's what you need to know about the Pirates ahead of the 2025 MLB Draft.
Watch "In the Crosshairs," KDKA documentary on Trump rally shooting
KDKA is announcing the launch of KDKA Originals, a new documentary series, with its first installment, "In the Crosshairs: The Attempted Assassination of Donald Trump."
Elmo's X account hacked, shares antisemitic posts: "Disgusting messages"
Elmo's X account posted antisemitic and racist posts after it was hacked on Sunday, a spokesperson for the makers of "Sesame Street" said in a statement.
1,500 tarantulas found stuffed in spongecake boxes at airport
The arachnids were found at Cologne Bonn airport after customs officials were tipped off by a "noticeable smell" that did not match the expected aroma of the alleged treats.
Dog loses leg in bomb explosion, credited with saving dozens of lives
The wounded canine's actions saved the lives of dozens of soldiers and civilians in the area, Colombia's army said.
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Pennsylvania inspector general explains new protections for SNAP recipients
New protections are offered to SNAP recipients in Pennsylvania amid an increase in food stamp thefts.
New City Mission thrift store opens in Washington County
City Mission has served thousands of meals and offered shelter to many over the years.
Pittsburgh-area Amazon fulfillment center ready for Prime Day frenzy
Amazon's Prime Day event is underway.
Saving with Shayna explains why this week is the best to score some great deals
We sat down with Saving with Shayna to learn more about why this is the week to score some deals.
Shake Shack coming soon to Ross Park Mall
Shake Shack, a popular fast-food restaurant chain, is coming to the Ross Park Mall.
Greensburg woman says her car has been at the dealership for months amid questions over recall
We've all dropped our car off at a body shop or dealership hoping for the best.
What is "ghost tap" credit card fraud?
KDKA Consumer Investigator Meghan Schiller has more on how to protect yourself from ghost tap" credit card fraud.
Lawmaker backs legislation to ban sneaky subscription enrollment tactics
A Pennsylvania lawmaker has introduced legislation to ban sneaky subscription enrollment tactics.
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KDKA-TV Afternoon Forecast (7/14)
Stay on top of local weather with First Alert Meteorologist Mary Ours' forecast!
Scattered rain will be around today throughout the Pittsburgh area
Rain chances for Pittsburgh will be highest right in the middle of the day.
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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Neal Shipley wins second Korn Ferry Tour event of the season
The win propels Shipley to 4th on the tour points list and has him on track to earn a PGA Tour card for next season.
Drafted: The best western Pennsylvania football players ever picked in the NFL Draft
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Chris Gotterup outlasts Rory McIlroy to win Scottish Open and head to Portrush
Chris Gotterup gets to spend an extra week on links golf after winning the biggest title of his career.
Browns rookie Quinshon Judkins accused of domestic violence in South Florida
In a preliminary statement to CBS News Miami, the Browns said that they are aware of Judkins' arrest and "gathering more information" about the incident.
Pirates end 8-game skid with 2-1 victory over the Twins
Spencer Horwitz had a bases-loaded RBI ground out in the ninth inning and the Pittsburgh Pirates ended an eight-game slide by beating the Minnesota Twins 2-1.
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New Diverging Diamond Interchange to open in Westmoreland County
Starting Tuesday morning around 6 a.m., where Interstate 70 and Route 51 meet in Rostraver Township, a new traffic pattern, a Diverging Diamond Interchange, will emerge. KDKA-TV's Chris DeRose has more.
Bishop Mark Eckman installed as 13th bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Pittsburgh
Bishop Mark Eckman has officially been installed as the 13th bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Pittsburgh following the retirement of longtime former Bishop David Zubik. KDKA-TV's Chris Hoffman reports.
Argument between friends leads to SWAT situation
An argument between three friends forced a SWAT situation in Pittsburgh’s Knoxville neighborhood.
Supreme Court allows Trump administration to continue with mass firings at Department of Education
The Supreme Court has agreed to pause a lower court order that required the Department of Education to reinstate nearly 1,400 employees.
Forecast leads to CDC to call for major risk of heat-related illness
KDKA First Alert Meteorologist Mary Ours has more on what you need to know.
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Lane restrictions and changing traffic patterns go into place today on Parkway North
With bridge repairs set to begin, it means changing traffic patterns for drivers.
Picklesburgh, community days, and the Whiskey Rebellion | KDKA Weekend Planner
If Picklesburgh isn't quite your thing, there's still plenty more for you to do this weekend!
Changing traffic patterns to go into place this weekend for Veterans Bridge ramp repairs
The next major step in the repairs of the Veterans Bridge will go into place this weekend, leading to new traffic patterns.
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Knit PIT Yarn Club creates community through knitting
Knit PIT Yarn Club packs Eleventh Hour Brewery every month.
Summer camp helps teens and young adults serve the community
A special initiative in Pittsburgh is giving teens and young adults the skills and knowledge they need for the future.
On A Positive Note
Do you know someone who is making a positive difference?
KDKA Investigations
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Tensions remain as long-term docking of boats on North Shore continues
A look at the problem of boaters who camp out on the North Shore with no intention of leaving anytime soon.
Greensburg woman says her car has been at the dealership for months amid questions over recall
We've all dropped our car off at a body shop or dealership hoping for the best.
Family of Penn Hills officer who died by suicide after Lasik gets letter from FDA
A young local police officer took his own life and pointed to Lasik eye surgery complications as the reason.
New Castle man with cerebral palsy says contractor's unfinished job "ruined" his life
A Pittsburgh-area couple says they hired a company a year ago to build a safe and accessible home addition.
Pittsburgh police union president says staffing is at a "perilously dangerous" level
The Pittsburgh police union says a recent incident on the South Side should be raising alarms about the level of police staffing in the city.
Latest News
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Supreme Court allows mass firings at Education Department for now
The Supreme Court on Monday agreed to pause a lower court order that required the Department of Education to reinstate nearly 1,400 employees.
Forward Township sunflower festival returns after cancellation last year
It's 12 acres of sunflowers, with sections for photos and picking.
Bishop Mark Eckman installed as 13th bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Pittsburgh
Pope Leo XIV appointed Bishop Eckman to succeed Bishop Zubik due to Zubik reaching the mandatory retirement age of 75.
Pirates MLB draft tracker for Pittsburgh's 2025 picks
Here's what you need to know about the Pirates ahead of the 2025 MLB Draft.
Watch "In the Crosshairs," KDKA documentary on Trump rally shooting
KDKA is announcing the launch of KDKA Originals, a new documentary series, with its first installment, "In the Crosshairs: The Attempted Assassination of Donald Trump."
Politics
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Supreme Court allows mass firings at Education Department for now
The Supreme Court on Monday agreed to pause a lower court order that required the Department of Education to reinstate nearly 1,400 employees.
Rallygoers at the Trump assassination attempt reflect on the incident one year later
People who attended the rally are reflecting on the trauma they faced that day.
Before Butler, Secret Service denied requests to bolster Trump's security, report says
"This report reveals a disturbing pattern of communication failures and negligence that culminated in a preventable tragedy," Sen. Rand Paul wrote in the report.
President Trump and Sen. Dave McCormick to visit CMU for Pennsylvania Energy and Innovation Summit
The summit at CMU will look to harness Pennsylvania's natural resources for workforce development.
Trump announces 30% tariffs against Mexico, EU to begin on Aug. 1
President Trump announced on social media that he is levying 30% tariffs against Mexico and the European Union. They are set to begin on Aug. 1.
Consumer News
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Pennsylvania inspector general explains new protections for SNAP recipients
New protections are offered to SNAP recipients in Pennsylvania amid an increase in food stamp thefts.
New City Mission thrift store opens in Washington County
City Mission has served thousands of meals and offered shelter to many over the years.
Pittsburgh-area Amazon fulfillment center ready for Prime Day frenzy
Amazon's Prime Day event is underway.
Saving with Shayna explains why this week is the best to score some great deals
We sat down with Saving with Shayna to learn more about why this is the week to score some deals.
Shake Shack coming soon to Ross Park Mall
Shake Shack, a popular fast-food restaurant chain, is coming to the Ross Park Mall.
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Pop Talk Live: July 14, 2025
Bubba from 100.7 STAR joined us for a new edition of Pop Talk Live!
Learning more about the American Girl Doll Lending Library
Carrie Lane, from the Allegheny County Library Association, joined us to teach us more about the American Girl Doll Lending Library. This segment was sponsored by the Allegheny County Library Association.
Revealing the details behind a blockbuster theater season
We got to drop the details on a blockbuster theater season with the Lincoln Park Performing Arts Center.
Trying the new Labubu milkshakes from Burgatory
Burgatory announced they are creating a specialty Labubu-themed milkshake here in Pittsburgh. David and Heather got to try it on the show.
Riverlife's Shore Thing is Pittsburgh's newest riverside hangout
Did you see the new hangout that popped up on the Allegheny River? Katie was there to get a first-hand look at Riverlife's Shore Thing.
KDKA Investigations
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Tensions remain as long-term docking of boats on North Shore continues
A look at the problem of boaters who camp out on the North Shore with no intention of leaving anytime soon.
Greensburg woman says her car has been at the dealership for months amid questions over recall
We've all dropped our car off at a body shop or dealership hoping for the best.
Family of Penn Hills officer who died by suicide after Lasik gets letter from FDA
A young local police officer took his own life and pointed to Lasik eye surgery complications as the reason.
New Castle man with cerebral palsy says contractor's unfinished job "ruined" his life
A Pittsburgh-area couple says they hired a company a year ago to build a safe and accessible home addition.
Pittsburgh police union president says staffing is at a "perilously dangerous" level
The Pittsburgh police union says a recent incident on the South Side should be raising alarms about the level of police staffing in the city.
Health
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Allegheny County Health Department finds West Nile Virus in multiple Pittsburgh neighborhoods
The ACHD said mosquito samples found West Nile Virus in six neighborhoods in Pittsburgh.
Clementine Block Party in McCandless scheduled for later this month
Clementine Blackham's family is leading an effort to make sure others in the same situation have the same opportunities they did.
COVID cases likely rising in half of states, CDC estimates
Many Southeast, Southern and West Coast states are likely seeing an increase in COVID cases.
Mt. Lebanon Dermatology provides free screenings for local firefighters, "Always there when we need them."
With an increased risk for skin cancers, the local firefighters were given free screenings in an effort to keep them safe.
Talking about the impacts of the financial fallout from a life-altering diagnosis | Wellness Wednesd
What if the scariest part about a life-altering diagnosis isn't the illness itself? Dr. Natalie Gentile joined us to break down the financial fallout from a life-altering diagnosis.
Sports
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Neal Shipley wins second Korn Ferry Tour event of the season
The win propels Shipley to 4th on the tour points list and has him on track to earn a PGA Tour card for next season.
Drafted: The best western Pennsylvania football players ever picked in the NFL Draft
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Chris Gotterup outlasts Rory McIlroy to win Scottish Open and head to Portrush
Chris Gotterup gets to spend an extra week on links golf after winning the biggest title of his career.
Browns rookie Quinshon Judkins accused of domestic violence in South Florida
In a preliminary statement to CBS News Miami, the Browns said that they are aware of Judkins' arrest and "gathering more information" about the incident.
Pirates end 8-game skid with 2-1 victory over the Twins
Spencer Horwitz had a bases-loaded RBI ground out in the ninth inning and the Pittsburgh Pirates ended an eight-game slide by beating the Minnesota Twins 2-1.
Business News
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Ohio awards $310 million to US defense contractor for 4,000-worker advanced manufacturing facility
Ohio's job creation office has awarded a $310 million grant to Anduril Industries.
2 Pittsburgh companies named among the most influential companies by Time
Time magazine's annual list of the 100 most influential companies features two with headquarters in Pittsburgh.
Brunton Dairy reopens two years after devastating fire, "We're glad to see everyone."
Two years ago, flames ripped through the beloved dairy farm late in 2023; now, they're back open for business.
Pittsburgh pushed for team during WNBA's latest expansion
Pittsburgh pushed for a WNBA team, but the city wasn't rewarded with one during the latest round of expansion.
Pittsburgh-area Amazon fulfillment center ready for Prime Day frenzy
Amazon's Prime Day event is underway.
Entertainment
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Paul McCartney bringing "Got Back" tour to Pittsburgh this fall
McCartney is returning to North America this fall and will be at PPG Paints Arena on November 11.
Keith Urban shares special moment during concert with local teen
A Washington County teen with special needs shared a special moment with Keith Urban during a concert in Ohio.
"Nip/Tuck," "Charmed" actor Julian McMahon dies at 56 after cancer battle
Julian McMahon's last acting role before his death was playing the prime minister of Australia in Netflix's murder mystery series "The Residence."
Sean "Diddy" Combs acquitted of sex trafficking, convicted on lesser charges
The verdict in the Sean "Diddy" Combs trial comes after the high-profile proceedings started in May.
Jury reaches partial verdict in Sean "Diddy" Combs sex trafficking trial
The partial verdict in the Sean "Diddy" Combs trial came on the second day of deliberations. The jury will return to deliberate on the final count Wednesday.
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New Diverging Diamond Interchange to open in Westmoreland County
Starting Tuesday morning around 6 a.m., where Interstate 70 and Route 51 meet in Rostraver Township, a new traffic pattern, a Diverging Diamond Interchange, will emerge. KDKA-TV's Chris DeRose has more.
Bishop Mark Eckman installed as 13th bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Pittsburgh
Bishop Mark Eckman has officially been installed as the 13th bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Pittsburgh following the retirement of longtime former Bishop David Zubik. KDKA-TV's Chris Hoffman reports.
Argument between friends leads to SWAT situation
An argument between three friends forced a SWAT situation in Pittsburgh’s Knoxville neighborhood.
Supreme Court allows Trump administration to continue with mass firings at Department of Education
The Supreme Court has agreed to pause a lower court order that required the Department of Education to reinstate nearly 1,400 employees.
Forecast leads to CDC to call for major risk of heat-related illness
KDKA First Alert Meteorologist Mary Ours has more on what you need to know.
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PHOTOS: J.J. Spaun outlasts Oakmont and the weather to win the U.S. Open
Spaun made a thrilling 64-foot birdie putt to win the U.S. Open at Oakmont Country Club.
PHOTO GALLERY: Saturday at the U.S. Open
It was a wet and rainy day at Oakmont Country Club for the third round of the U.S. Open.
PHOTOS: Second round of the U.S. Open at Oakmont
Oakmont continued to flex its muscles against the world's best at the U.S. Open on Friday.
PHOTOS: The opening round of the U.S. Open
The 125th playing of the U.S. Open got underway Thursday morning at Oakmont Country Club.
PHOTOS: Practice rounds at the U.S. Open
The best golfers in the world are at Oakmont Country Club preparing for the U.S. Open.
