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Neal Shipley wins LECOM Suncoast Classic on Korn Ferry Tour
Shipley sank a 38-foot birdie putt to win the tournament in the fifth hole of a playoff.
Justin Thomas ends 3-year drought with playoff victory in RBC Heritage at Harbour Town
Justin Thomas is a winner again after nearly three years.
New Kensington cat rescue damaged by fire
A cat rescue in New Kensington was damaged by fire over the weekend.
Police searching for shooting suspect in New Castle
29-year-old Alexander Minnich is accused of shooting another man with a rifle on Sunday evening.
Manzardo's RBI sac fly in 10th helps Guardians beat Pirates 5-4, sweep series
Steven Kwan and Kyle Manzardo hit two-run homers, and Manzardo added a sacrifice fly in the 10th to rally the Cleveland Guardians to a 5-4 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates for a three-game sweep.
Ribbon cutting takes place for recent renovations at Carnegie Library of Homestead
State and local leaders were in Munhall on Saturday for a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the Carnegie Library of Homestead.
Pittsburgh police investigating dog bite incident in city's Knoxville neighborhood
Zone 3 police and EMS personnel were called to a reported dog attack in the 200 block of Moore Avenue just after 1:30 p.m. Sunday.
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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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KDKA-TV Weekend Forecast (4/20)
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Temperatures cool off on Easter Sunday in Pittsburgh with some areas looking at Monday storms
We'll have a cooler Easter morning after near-record-highs on Saturday, but storms do loom this week.
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Neal Shipley wins LECOM Suncoast Classic on Korn Ferry Tour
Shipley sank a 38-foot birdie putt to win the tournament in the fifth hole of a playoff.
Justin Thomas ends 3-year drought with playoff victory in RBC Heritage at Harbour Town
Justin Thomas is a winner again after nearly three years.
Manzardo's RBI sac fly in 10th helps Guardians beat Pirates 5-4, sweep series
Steven Kwan and Kyle Manzardo hit two-run homers, and Manzardo added a sacrifice fly in the 10th to rally the Cleveland Guardians to a 5-4 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates for a three-game sweep.
Amid another lost season, the fire that drives Sidney Crosby still burns
The drive that fuels Pittsburgh Penguins star Sidney Crosby is burning as bright as ever, even as his team struggles.
Steelers don't have a QB of the future. Finding one in the 2025 NFL draft is far from a sure thing
The Pittsburgh Steelers have plenty of questions as they prepare for the NFL draft.
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#1 Cochran Sports Showdown: April 20, 2025
Watch as Jeff Hathhorn, Andrew Fillipponi, and Will Graves join KDKA-TV's Bob Pompeani for another round of sound on this edition of the #1 Cochran Sports Showdown!
Ireland Contracting Nightly Sports Call: April 20, 2025
KDKA-TV's Bob Pompeani discusses the sports topics of the day.
State police investigating deadly shooting in Washington County
A 19-year-old is dead after an early morning shooting in Washington County on Sunday. KDKA-TV's Ricky Sayer shares the latest details.
CIRT units called to residence after reported shooting in New Castle
New Castle police said the call came in for a reported shooting in the 1000 block of Butler Avenue in New Castle around 7 p.m. Sunday.
KDKA-TV Weekend Forecast (4/20)
Get the latest weather updates with First Alert Meteorologist Kristin Emery's forecast!
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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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Neal Shipley wins LECOM Suncoast Classic on Korn Ferry Tour
Shipley sank a 38-foot birdie putt to win the tournament in the fifth hole of a playoff.
Justin Thomas ends 3-year drought with playoff victory in RBC Heritage at Harbour Town
Justin Thomas is a winner again after nearly three years.
New Kensington cat rescue damaged by fire
A cat rescue in New Kensington was damaged by fire over the weekend.
Police searching for shooting suspect in New Castle
29-year-old Alexander Minnich is accused of shooting another man with a rifle on Sunday evening.
Manzardo's RBI sac fly in 10th helps Guardians beat Pirates 5-4, sweep series
Steven Kwan and Kyle Manzardo hit two-run homers, and Manzardo added a sacrifice fly in the 10th to rally the Cleveland Guardians to a 5-4 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates for a three-game sweep.
Politics
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Trump takes aim at Biden, "Radical Left Lunatics," courts in Easter message
Minutes after sharing a more traditional Easter message on Truth Social, President Trump posted a longer, grievance-filled message.
Mayor Gainey's campaign funding, support raising questions from O'Connor campaign
A Philadelphia-based political organization is heavily involved in Mayor Ed Gainey's re-election effort, funding attack ads on Corey O'Connor while supplying organizers to work directly on the mayor's campaign.
Cody Balmer 911 call after fire at Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro's residence released
Dauphin County officials released the 911 call placed by Cody Balmer, the man accused of setting fire to Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro's residence over the weekend.
RFK assassination files released by Trump admin. Here's what they say.
A tranche of records on Robert F. Kennedy's 1968 killing are being unsealed at the urging of the senator's son, HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
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.
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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.
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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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Leidos, Pitt announce partnership to accelerate AI usage in medicine
The announcement builds on top of the $37 million Leidos has given to the university over the past couple of decades.
Measles outbreak declared in Erie County, Pennsylvania
A measles outbreak has been declared in Pennsylvania.
About 429,200 wireless phone chargers recalled over fire hazard
Casely received 51 consumer reports of the charger's lithium-ion batteries catching fire while in use, resulting in burn injuries.
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.
Sports
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Neal Shipley wins LECOM Suncoast Classic on Korn Ferry Tour
Shipley sank a 38-foot birdie putt to win the tournament in the fifth hole of a playoff.
Justin Thomas ends 3-year drought with playoff victory in RBC Heritage at Harbour Town
Justin Thomas is a winner again after nearly three years.
Manzardo's RBI sac fly in 10th helps Guardians beat Pirates 5-4, sweep series
Steven Kwan and Kyle Manzardo hit two-run homers, and Manzardo added a sacrifice fly in the 10th to rally the Cleveland Guardians to a 5-4 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates for a three-game sweep.
Amid another lost season, the fire that drives Sidney Crosby still burns
The drive that fuels Pittsburgh Penguins star Sidney Crosby is burning as bright as ever, even as his team struggles.
Steelers don't have a QB of the future. Finding one in the 2025 NFL draft is far from a sure thing
The Pittsburgh Steelers have plenty of questions as they prepare for the NFL draft.
Business News
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Judge strikes down an Ohio law limiting kids' use of social media as unconstitutional
A federal judge has permanently struck down an Ohio law that would have required children and teens under 16 to get parental consent to use social media apps.
In East Palestine derailment trial, railroad and chemical maker agree on who pays residents
Norfolk Southern reached an agreement with one of the two companies it has been trying to force to help pay for the $600 million class-action settlement it agreed to over its disastrous 2023 train derailment near the Ohio-Pennsylvania border and the toxic chemicals that were released and burned.
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.
Entertainment
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Ryan Gosling to star in new standalone "Star Wars" movie
Ryan Gosling will star in the next installment of the "Star Wars" franchise, "Star Wars: Starfighter," which will hit theaters in May 2027. Shawn Levy will direct the film.
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.
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#1 Cochran Sports Showdown: April 20, 2025
Watch as Jeff Hathhorn, Andrew Fillipponi, and Will Graves join KDKA-TV's Bob Pompeani for another round of sound on this edition of the #1 Cochran Sports Showdown!
Ireland Contracting Nightly Sports Call: April 20, 2025
KDKA-TV's Bob Pompeani discusses the sports topics of the day.
State police investigating deadly shooting in Washington County
A 19-year-old is dead after an early morning shooting in Washington County on Sunday. KDKA-TV's Ricky Sayer shares the latest details.
CIRT units called to residence after reported shooting in New Castle
New Castle police said the call came in for a reported shooting in the 1000 block of Butler Avenue in New Castle around 7 p.m. Sunday.
KDKA-TV Weekend Forecast (4/20)
Get the latest weather updates with First Alert Meteorologist Kristin Emery's forecast!
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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.
