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Visas of 2 Carnegie Mellon University students, 5 recent graduates revoked
The visas of two Carnegie Mellon students and five recent graduates have been revoked, the university said.
Registration opens for 48th annual Pittsburgh Great Race
Organizers anticipate more than 10,000 people to cross the finish line in Downtown Pittsburgh over the course of race weekend.
Man accused of stealing Lucky the dog arrives in Westmoreland County
The man accused of stealing a car with a veteran's beloved dog inside will appear in court in Westmoreland County.
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.
Pittsburgh-area Mega Millions lottery players speak out after increase to ticket prices
Ticket prices for the multi-state lottery game Mega Millions are increasing from $2 to $5.
Dire wolf pups born 12,500 years after extinction, company says
Colossal Biosciences said it used ancient DNA from the extinct species to create three dire wolf pups named Romulus, Remus and Khaleesi.
Penguins to host annual Fan Appreciation Night celebration during final home game
The team's final home game has become a popular attraction for fans because of the game-worn jersey giveaway.
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Pittsburgh-area Mega Millions lottery players speak out after increase to ticket prices
Ticket prices for the multi-state lottery game Mega Millions are increasing from $2 to $5.
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.
As the stock market falls amid tariff announcements, Pittsburgh area investment officer gives his advice
With stocks falling for three straight days during the announcement of tariffs, what should investors do with the uncertainty?
AG Dave Sunday announces settlement with debt settlement businesses
Refund checks will be distributed by the Office of Attorney General.
Egg prices are dropping in the Pittsburgh area, but are those prices here to stay?
If you've been to the grocery store lately, you've probably seen a drop in egg prices, but is this temporary or are they really coming down?
Carnegie Mellon University professor explains what President Trump's tariffs mean for the economy
The president announced sweeping global tariffs and that has many worried it could impact their wallets.
Mayor Ed Gainey touts accomplishments in affordable housing, but the numbers tell another story
It was the cornerstone of his campaign, affordable housing, but Mayor Gainey's promise to grow units in the city has fallen short.
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.
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Registration opens for 48th annual Pittsburgh Great Race
Organizers anticipate more than 10,000 people to cross the finish line in Downtown Pittsburgh over the course of race weekend.
Penguins to host annual Fan Appreciation Night celebration during final home game
The team's final home game has become a popular attraction for fans because of the game-worn jersey giveaway.
Upper St. Clair adaptive athlete breaking barriers, competing on middle school track team
Holden Schwamberger is believed to be the first junior-high adaptive track athlete in all of western Pennsylvania.
Florida beats Houston to win NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament
The March Madness tournament came to an end Monday night as the Florida Gators took home the NCAA men's basketball championship.
Joey Bart homers as the Pirates beat the slumping Cardinals 8-4
Joey Bart, Andrew McCutchen and Isiah Kiner-Falefa each drove in two runs, and the Pittsburgh Pirates handed St. Louis its fourth consecutive loss with an 8-4 victory over the Cardinals.
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What's the most recent rule that you broke? | 3 O'Clock Drop
Would you consider yourself to be a rule breaker? If so, tell us about the most recent situation where you broke a rule!
Our parent panel discusses life after our kids leave home
In today's parent panel, we had on Ki Ki B Jones, Melanie Taylor and Vanessa Doss. We discussed what life is like after our kids leave home for college, to start a family, etc.
Learning about a new celestial events coming up in our area
Karyn Locke, of Sand and Snow, joined us to share about nighttime events happening in the Pittsburgh area over the next few weeks.
Talking about a new theory about relationships
Arthur C Brooks, a best-selling author and professor, is a new theory about relationships that we reacted to on the show. He claims the happiest marriages aren't rooted in passionate love but in companionate love.
Making empanadas with Coty Rastafar from All Things Empanada
Happy National Empanada Day! Coty Rastafar, the owner of All Things Empanada, stopped by the Talk Pittsburgh kitchen to show us how they are made!
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Upper St. Clair adaptive athlete breaking barriers, competing on middle school track team
Holden Schwamberger is believed to be the first junior-high adaptive track athlete in all of western Pennsylvania.
Pittsburgh Cultural Trust announces lineup for 2025-26 Broadway series
11 different shows will be coming to the Benedum Center starting on September 9.
With Real ID enforcement one month away, Pittsburghers pack McCandless driver license center
The clock is ticking to get your Real ID.
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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.
Pittsburgh-area parents say they didn't see money from their disabled son's rent rebate check
Not everyone getting checks from Pennsylvania's rental rebate program is seeing the money, KDKA Investigates uncovered.
Westmoreland County couple fights back after council votes to build "unnecessary" business near their home
A Caliber Collision auto body shop is being built in Murrysville, but for one couple, it's right in their backyard.
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Visas of 2 Carnegie Mellon University students, 5 recent graduates revoked
The visas of two Carnegie Mellon students and five recent graduates have been revoked, the university said.
Registration opens for 48th annual Pittsburgh Great Race
Organizers anticipate more than 10,000 people to cross the finish line in Downtown Pittsburgh over the course of race weekend.
Man accused of stealing Lucky the dog arrives in Westmoreland County
The man accused of stealing a car with a veteran's beloved dog inside will appear in court in Westmoreland County.
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.
Pittsburgh-area Mega Millions lottery players speak out after increase to ticket prices
Ticket prices for the multi-state lottery game Mega Millions are increasing from $2 to $5.
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Visas of 2 Carnegie Mellon University students, 5 recent graduates revoked
The visas of two Carnegie Mellon students and five recent graduates have been revoked, the university said.
Trump to sign executive order aimed at revitalizing coal industry
President Trump is expected on Tuesday to sign the executive order aimed at reenergizing the coal industry.
RFK Jr. calls for end of fluoride in drinking water
Kennedy's comment comes as the Environmental Protection Agency says it has now launched a new review of fluoride's health effects.
Democratic mayoral primary race heating up with infusion of so-called dark money
KDKA-TV Lead Investigator Andy Sheehan undercovers who's behind all this cash which is raising the stakes in who becomes the next mayor.
Pittsburgh's Democratic mayoral candidates see sudden infusion of so-called dark money
With just over a month to go before the Democratic primary, the mayor's race is heating up with the sudden infusion of hundreds of thousands of dollars fueling mostly negative ads. The campaign contributions are called independent expenditures. Some call it dark money. KDKA-TV's Andy Sheehan reports.
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Pittsburgh-area Mega Millions lottery players speak out after increase to ticket prices
Ticket prices for the multi-state lottery game Mega Millions are increasing from $2 to $5.
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.
As the stock market falls amid tariff announcements, Pittsburgh area investment officer gives his advice
With stocks falling for three straight days during the announcement of tariffs, what should investors do with the uncertainty?
AG Dave Sunday announces settlement with debt settlement businesses
Refund checks will be distributed by the Office of Attorney General.
Egg prices are dropping in the Pittsburgh area, but are those prices here to stay?
If you've been to the grocery store lately, you've probably seen a drop in egg prices, but is this temporary or are they really coming down?
Pittsburgh Today Live
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Getting a sneak peek at the Runway for Hope
We got a sneak peek at the Runway for Hope, thanks to Starr Thomas, a fashion designer and artist featured at the event.
Taking a trip down the catwalk with Runway for Hope
From fierce look to fierce love, we learned about how a local fashion show is stitching together inspiration for a really good cause.
Celebrating National Empanada Day with All Things Empanada
Today, we wrapped ourselves in deliciousness for National Empanada Day. The creator and owner behind All Things Empanada, Coty Rastafar, joined us to celebrate.
What's It Worth with Dr. Lori: April 8, 2025
David and Heather played a new game of What's It Worth with Dr. Lori!
The cast of '9 to 5: The Musical,' joins PTL
A few members of the "9 to 5: The Musical" joined Pittsburgh Today Live to talk more about their upcoming show at the Little Lake Theatre in Canonsburg.
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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.
Pittsburgh-area parents say they didn't see money from their disabled son's rent rebate check
Not everyone getting checks from Pennsylvania's rental rebate program is seeing the money, KDKA Investigates uncovered.
Westmoreland County couple fights back after council votes to build "unnecessary" business near their home
A Caliber Collision auto body shop is being built in Murrysville, but for one couple, it's right in their backyard.
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RFK Jr. calls for end of fluoride in drinking water
Kennedy's comment comes as the Environmental Protection Agency says it has now launched a new review of fluoride's health effects.
Second child dies from measles-related causes in West Texas
A spokesperson for UMC Health System in Lubbock, Texas, said that the child was "receiving treatment for complications of measles while hospitalized" and was not vaccinated.
Pittsburgh Mayor Ed Gainey and other local leaders protest President Trump's executive order limiting gender-affirming care
UPMC is among the many hospitals that have stopped or limited gender-affirming healthcare following an executive order from the president.
FDA bird flu testing efforts disrupted by RFK Jr.'s layoffs, officials say
Multiple FDA labs were cut amid Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s layoffs this week.
Community rocked by closure announcement of Heritage Valley Kennedy Hospital
In a letter from the CEO, employees learned on Wednesday that the hospital would be closing at the end of June.
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Registration opens for 48th annual Pittsburgh Great Race
Organizers anticipate more than 10,000 people to cross the finish line in Downtown Pittsburgh over the course of race weekend.
Penguins to host annual Fan Appreciation Night celebration during final home game
The team's final home game has become a popular attraction for fans because of the game-worn jersey giveaway.
Upper St. Clair adaptive athlete breaking barriers, competing on middle school track team
Holden Schwamberger is believed to be the first junior-high adaptive track athlete in all of western Pennsylvania.
Florida beats Houston to win NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament
The March Madness tournament came to an end Monday night as the Florida Gators took home the NCAA men's basketball championship.
Joey Bart homers as the Pirates beat the slumping Cardinals 8-4
Joey Bart, Andrew McCutchen and Isiah Kiner-Falefa each drove in two runs, and the Pittsburgh Pirates handed St. Louis its fourth consecutive loss with an 8-4 victory over the Cardinals.
Business News
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As the stock market falls amid tariff announcements, Pittsburgh area investment officer gives his advice
With stocks falling for three straight days during the announcement of tariffs, what should investors do with the uncertainty?
Trump orders new review of U.S. Steel's sale to Nippon Steel
President Trump ordered a new review of the bid by Japan's Nippon Steel to buy U.S. Steel.
Pittsburgh's burgeoning AI hardware manufacturer expanding to Bakery Square
The company has outpaced its own capacity, showing it's a future full of AI growing opportunities in Pittsburgh.
North Shore businesses ready for Pirates fans ahead of home opener
The Pirates return to PNC Park on Friday, and the North Shore will be packed with fans.
Carnegie Mellon University professor explains what President Trump's tariffs mean for the economy
The president announced sweeping global tariffs and that has many worried it could impact their wallets.
Entertainment
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Pittsburgh Cultural Trust announces lineup for 2025-26 Broadway series
11 different shows will be coming to the Benedum Center starting on September 9.
Jay North, star of original "Dennis the Menace" TV series, dies at 73
Jay North, who starred on TV's "Dennis the Menace" for four seasons starting in 1959, has died.
Galapagos tortoises at Philly zoo become first-time parents at nearly 100
A pair of critically endangered, nearly 100-year-old Galapagos tortoises at the Philadelphia Zoo have become first-time parents.
Ron Howard and Henry Winkler talk "Happy Days" reunion at Steel City Con
It's the Pittsburgh mecca for all things fandom. Steel City Con is back at the Monroeville Convention Center.
How to watch tonight's Final 4 games for March Madness 2025 NCAA Tournament
Looking for the 2025 NCAA March Madness Final Four schedule? Here's how to stream the men's and women's games.
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What's the most recent rule that you broke? | 3 O'Clock Drop
Would you consider yourself to be a rule breaker? If so, tell us about the most recent situation where you broke a rule!
Our parent panel discusses life after our kids leave home
In today's parent panel, we had on Ki Ki B Jones, Melanie Taylor and Vanessa Doss. We discussed what life is like after our kids leave home for college, to start a family, etc.
Learning about a new celestial events coming up in our area
Karyn Locke, of Sand and Snow, joined us to share about nighttime events happening in the Pittsburgh area over the next few weeks.
Talking about a new theory about relationships
Arthur C Brooks, a best-selling author and professor, is a new theory about relationships that we reacted to on the show. He claims the happiest marriages aren't rooted in passionate love but in companionate love.
Making empanadas with Coty Rastafar from All Things Empanada
Happy National Empanada Day! Coty Rastafar, the owner of All Things Empanada, stopped by the Talk Pittsburgh kitchen to show us how they are made!
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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.
