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Former Penn Hills officer accused of pulling PIT maneuver on another driver
A former Penn Hills police officer is facing several charges after investigators said he pulled a PIT maneuver in an apparent road rage crash.
"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."
Pirates' Oneil Cruz to participate in 2025 Home Run Derby
Cruz will be the first Pirates player to participate in the Home Run Derby since Josh Bell in 2019.
Thieves allegedly steal Ronald McDonald from northeastern Pennsylvania restaurant
The Nesquehoning Police Department took to social media on Monday to alert residents to the alleged theft.
Pittsburgh-area Amazon fulfillment center ready for Prime Day frenzy
Amazon's Prime Day event is underway.
1 killed, 1 injured at Westmoreland County construction site
One person was killed and another was injured at a construction site in Westmoreland County.
Rain chances return to the Pittsburgh area today
Right now, it looks like rain chances will be highest from 9 a.m. through 4 p.m. today.
Workplace mental health at risk as key federal agency faces cuts
Efforts to decrease alarmingly high rates of suicide among construction workers and prevent burnout in health care workers are in jeopardy.
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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.
Giant Eagle dealing with big influx of prescriptions from Rite Aid
After acquiring the prescription files from nearly 80 Rite Aid stores, Giant Eagle acknowledges it's at a pinch point right now.
Hitting the road for 4th of July Weekend? Here's where you can find low gas prices.
Today will begin travel for a lot of families, but if you need to fill up your tank, here's where you can go.
Latest Product Recall Information
Want to check the latest product recalls, click here!
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KDKA-TV Afternoon Forecast (7/8)
Stay on top of local weather with First Alert Meteorologist Mary Ours' forecast!
Rain chances return to the Pittsburgh area today
Right now, it looks like rain chances will be highest from 9 a.m. through 4 p.m. today.
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.
Be A Weather Watcher
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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Pirates' Oneil Cruz to participate in 2025 Home Run Derby
Cruz will be the first Pirates player to participate in the Home Run Derby since Josh Bell in 2019.
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.
3 Lakes Golf Course's 17th hole offers challenge during tough finishing stretch
The 17th hole at 3 Lakes stands out as a challenge during a tough finishing stretch.
Pirates' struggles continue in 9-3 loss to Royals
The Royals beat the Pirates 9-3 on Monday night.
Pheasant Ridge's 4th hole has treacherous two-tiered green
With an uphill tee shot and a 2-tiered green, the 4th hole at Pheasant Ridge Golf Club is one of the more challenging par 3's in the Pittsburgh area.
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Pittsburgh-area Amazon fulfillment center ready for frenzy that comes with Prime Day sales
Amazon’s “Prime Day” event is underway, and Adobe Analytics estimates that across all online retailers, $24 billion will be spent between now and Friday. For local Amazon fulfillment center workers, it’s all hands on deck at a dizzying pace.
1 killed, 1 injured at Westmoreland County construction site
One person was killed and another was injured at a road construction site in Westmoreland County. KDKA-TV's Chris DeRose reports.
KDKA-TV Afternoon Forecast (7/8)
Stay on top of local weather with First Alert Meteorologist Mary Ours' forecast!
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.
What's It Worth with Dr. Lori: July 8, 2025
Daisy and Katie played a new game of What's It Worth with Dr. Lori!
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Pittsburgh-area Amazon fulfillment center ready for Prime Day frenzy
Amazon's Prime Day event is underway.
Pamela's Diner in Pittsburgh named Pennsylvania's best diner
A new ranking from LoveFood.com lists Pamela's as the best diner in Pennsylvania.
Major project on ramp from southbound Rt. 28 to northbound Rt. 8 gets underway
The ramp to Rt. 8 from the southbound lanes of Rt. 28 will be closed until the end of the month.
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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.
Book vending machine installed at Allegheny County Jail
A vibrant machine at the Allegheny County Jail is catching a lot of eyes.
On A Positive Note
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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.
City council member to introduce bill reducing prostitution to finable offense
Some Pittsburgh City Council members want to reduce the penalties for sex work from jail time to a fine.
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Former Penn Hills officer accused of pulling PIT maneuver on another driver
A former Penn Hills police officer is facing several charges after investigators said he pulled a PIT maneuver in an apparent road rage crash.
"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."
Pirates' Oneil Cruz to participate in 2025 Home Run Derby
Cruz will be the first Pirates player to participate in the Home Run Derby since Josh Bell in 2019.
Thieves allegedly steal Ronald McDonald from northeastern Pennsylvania restaurant
The Nesquehoning Police Department took to social media on Monday to alert residents to the alleged theft.
Pittsburgh-area Amazon fulfillment center ready for Prime Day frenzy
Amazon's Prime Day event is underway.
Politics
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Dormont group calls for more public transit support from state leaders
A group in the South Hills is making sure their voices are heard in Harrisburg.
2 council members call for investigation of sergeant at arms
Two Pittsburgh City Council members are calling for an investigation of their sergeant at arms.
Trump threatens more than a dozen countries with new tariffs by Aug. 1
President Trump said the U.S. will impose steep levies on imports from 14 countries starting next month, raising pressure on trading partners.
Ken Burns: Attacks on PBS seem "foolhardy" and "misguided"
Filmmaker Ken Burns said it's "shortsighted" to eliminate funding for the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, as public media has become a target of the White House.
Netanyahu to send negotiating team to Qatar for ceasefire talks
The office of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said it would send its negotiating team to Qatar, this after Hamas said it had issued a "positive response" to a U.S.-mediated ceasefire proposal.
Consumer News
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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.
Pittsburgh Today Live
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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.
What's It Worth with Dr. Lori: July 8, 2025
Daisy and Katie played a new game of What's It Worth with Dr. Lori!
S'mores ice cream pie | Cooking Corner recipes on Pittsburgh Today Live
Chef Crystal Baldwin joined us in the PTL kitchen to make a S'mores ice cream pie, no campfire required!
Chatting with "True Crime Obsessed" podcast co-host Patrick Hinds
"True Crime Obsessed" podcast co-host Patrick Hinds stopped by the PTL studios ahead of his show on Tuesday night to talk more about his podcast and why many folks are obsessed with true crime.
Learning more about Pittsburgh's first annual Non Alcoholic Cocktail Week
It's Summer Spirits Week on PTL and The Open Road has partnered with bars and restaurants throughout the city to celebrate sober living.
KDKA Investigations
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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.
City council member to introduce bill reducing prostitution to finable offense
Some Pittsburgh City Council members want to reduce the penalties for sex work from jail time to a fine.
Health
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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.
Residents of Clarion County town asked to not drink tap water due to "unusual sample" found
Residents of East Brady Borough are asked not to drink the tap water after an unknown chemical was found in a sample.
Allegheny Health Network and Cigna Healthcare announce 3-year contract agreement
The new contract runs through 2028 and will continue to give Cigna beneficiaries access to AHN facilities and doctors.
Greene County woman fighting cancer says she's concerned about Medicaid cuts
In Greene County, Brittanny Groover is fighting two major battles right now: stage three melanoma and keeping her Medicaid.
How to tell the difference between heat exhaustion and heat stroke
As the Pittsburgh area deals with the extreme heat, doctors are warning that there can be serious health consequences.
Sports
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Pirates' Oneil Cruz to participate in 2025 Home Run Derby
Cruz will be the first Pirates player to participate in the Home Run Derby since Josh Bell in 2019.
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.
3 Lakes Golf Course's 17th hole offers challenge during tough finishing stretch
The 17th hole at 3 Lakes stands out as a challenge during a tough finishing stretch.
Pirates' struggles continue in 9-3 loss to Royals
The Royals beat the Pirates 9-3 on Monday night.
Pheasant Ridge's 4th hole has treacherous two-tiered green
With an uphill tee shot and a 2-tiered green, the 4th hole at Pheasant Ridge Golf Club is one of the more challenging par 3's in the Pittsburgh area.
Business News
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Pittsburgh-area Amazon fulfillment center ready for Prime Day frenzy
Amazon's Prime Day event is underway.
Pamela's Diner in Pittsburgh named Pennsylvania's best diner
A new ranking from LoveFood.com lists Pamela's as the best diner in Pennsylvania.
Shake Shack coming soon to Ross Park Mall
Shake Shack, a popular fast-food restaurant chain, is coming to the Ross Park Mall.
Anthrocon expected to generate nearly $22 million for Pittsburgh businesses
Many businesses are welcoming the furries with open arms.
Judge blocks Georgia's social media age verification law after a similar one was blocked in Ohio
A federal judge is blocking Georgia's law requiring age verification for social media accounts.
Entertainment
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"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.
How a film and TV location scout gets Pittsburgh on the big screen
According to the Pittsburgh Film Office, Pittsburgh is one of the busiest film production cities in the country.
Picklesburgh to debut "pickle riding" attraction
To celebrate the 10th anniversary of the "dill-lightful" festival, event organizers have announced the debut of the newest attraction.
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1 killed, 1 injured at Westmoreland County construction site
One person was killed and another was injured at a road construction site in Westmoreland County. KDKA-TV's Chris DeRose reports.
Pittsburgh-area Amazon fulfillment center ready for frenzy that comes with Prime Day sales
Amazon’s “Prime Day” event is underway, and Adobe Analytics estimates that across all online retailers, $24 billion will be spent between now and Friday. For local Amazon fulfillment center workers, it’s all hands on deck at a dizzying pace.
KDKA-TV Afternoon Forecast (7/8)
Stay on top of local weather with First Alert Meteorologist Mary Ours' forecast!
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.
What's It Worth with Dr. Lori: July 8, 2025
Daisy and Katie played a new game of What's It Worth with Dr. Lori!
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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.
