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Duquesne Light "estimating 5-7 days restoration time" after powerful storms knock out power
Duquesne Light and First Energy crews are working to get power restored across Pittsburgh following Tuesday's storms.
At least 3 dead after severe storms tear through Pittsburgh area
The storms across the Pittsburgh area on Tuesday that knocked out power, brought down trees and prompted tornado warnings have left at least two dead.
Pittsburgh's storm wasn't technically a "derecho." Here's why.
Violent storms ripped through western Pennsylvania on Tuesday, but they weren't technically a derecho.
Whistleblower details "disturbing" way funeral director mistreated pets' bodies
A former intern claims Vereb Funeral Home treated pets like trash.
Eric Church bringing Free the Machine Tour to Pittsburgh's PPG Paints Arena
The multi-time Grammy-nominated country artist is coming back to Pittsburgh this summer.
Residents cleaning up damage after severe storms rip through Pittsburgh region
Severe storms ripped through the Pittsburgh area on Tuesday evening, leaving a path of destruction in their wake.
Beaver County Humane Society says it's out of kennel space
The Beaver County Humane Society says it urgently needs adopters because its shelter is completely full of dogs.
U.S. Steel Bald Eagle Cam
Watch the U.S. Steel Bald Eagle Cam live, here.
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Whistleblower details "disturbing" way funeral director mistreated pets' bodies
A former intern claims Vereb Funeral Home treated pets like trash.
Nearly $4 million castle with replica of Batman's office for sale in Pine Township
A house unlike any other you've likely seen is for sale in Pine Township.
Economist explains why Shein and Temu are raising prices due to tariffs
The Trump administration's tariffs mean items shipped from China will soon cost consumers much more, experts say.
Record number of travelers plan to hit road for summer vacation, survey shows
A recent survey shows summer 2025 is shaping up to be the season of exploration.
Pittsburgh-area company finishes project left abandoned by another contractor
When a local company owner heard what happened, he said he wanted to make it right.
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.
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Pittsburgh's storm wasn't technically a "derecho." Here's why.
Violent storms ripped through western Pennsylvania on Tuesday, but they weren't technically a derecho.
Residents cleaning up damage after severe storms rip through Pittsburgh region
Severe storms ripped through the Pittsburgh area on Tuesday evening, leaving a path of destruction in their wake.
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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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Allderdice baseball coach John Miller's book lands on New York Times' best sellers list
Miller is a big part of Allderdice's success on the diamond this season.
Cubs go deep four times, rout Pirates with 9-0 road win
Seiya Suzuki hit a two-run homer and fell a single short of the cycle as the Chicago Cubs went deep four times in a 9-0 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Tocchet not returning as Canucks coach, becoming top candidate across NHL
Rick Tocchet isn't returning as head coach of the Vancouver Canucks, making him a top candidate for several NHL vacancies.
Hockey player won't face charges in Adam Johnson's on-ice death
A man arrested on suspicion of manslaughter following the death of ice hockey player and Minnesota native Adam Johnson has been told he will not face any charges, British prosecutors said Tuesday.
Steelers to release 2024 sixth-round pick Ryan Watts due to neck injury
Watts is expected to medically retire from football because of the injury.
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Demand for generators in Pittsburgh area high after deadly storms knock out power
People without power in the Pittsburgh area on Wednesday are looking for generators after power was knocked out to hundreds of thousands of homes.
KDKA-TV Afternoon Forecast (4/30)
Get the latest weather updates with First Alert Meteorologist Mary Ours' forecast!
Penn Hills woman recounts moments when winds toppled a tree onto her car when she was inside it
In Penn Hills, severe winds toppled a tree that took down power lines and fell onto two cars, one of which a woman was inside when it collapsed. KDKA-TV's Megan Shinn has more.
Severe weather tosses tree onto busy roadway in Pittsburgh's Squirrel Hill neighborhood
Tuesday night’s storm left behind damage throughout southwestern Pennsylvania, including in Squirrel Hill, where on Shady Avenue, a large tree blocked traffic on a busy roadway. KDKA-TV's Lauren Linder has more.
Forest Hills residents reminded to exercise caution as borough declares state of emergency
Borough leaders are reminding Forest Hills residents to use extreme caution as crews begin cleaning up storm damage, as the borough declared a state of emergency due to Tuesday's severe weather. KDKA-TV's Chilekasi Adele reports.
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Point State Park fountain won't be operational this summer amid major upgrade project
The fountain and the rest of Point State Park are getting an upgrade to the tune of $3.4 million.
PRT holding first public hearing on proposed service cuts and fare increases
PRT leaders want the public to share their concerns and people will have the opportunity to do just that at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center.
With May 7 Real ID deadline approaching, PennDOT says to avoid these mistakes
The Real ID deadline is now a little over one week away on May 7.
On A Positive Note
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2 friends help community soar to new heights
Thanks to a pair of friends, the community can earn certification as a drone operator.
Volunteers help get Hosanna House ready for summer camp
Hosanna House in Wilkinsburg is gearing up for a season of inspiration for thousands of local kids.
On A Positive Note
Do you know someone who is making a positive difference?
KDKA Investigations
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Pet owners demand justice after accusations surrounding funeral director
Pet owners are fighting for answers after a funeral director threw out thousands of pets' bodies and gave people different ashes, prosecutors said.
Whistleblower details "disturbing" way funeral director mistreated pets' bodies
A former intern claims Vereb Funeral Home treated pets like trash.
Questions raised about Pittsburgh's aging emergency vehicle fleet
Questions are being raised about an aging emergency vehicle fleet in Pittsburgh.
Pittsburgh-area company finishes project left abandoned by another contractor
When a local company owner heard what happened, he said he wanted to make it right.
Sewage floods Jeannette street
Some Jeannette residents say raw sewage has been flooding down their street for at least a week.
Latest News
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Duquesne Light "estimating 5-7 days restoration time" after powerful storms knock out power
Duquesne Light and First Energy crews are working to get power restored across Pittsburgh following Tuesday's storms.
At least 3 dead after severe storms tear through Pittsburgh area
The storms across the Pittsburgh area on Tuesday that knocked out power, brought down trees and prompted tornado warnings have left at least two dead.
Pittsburgh's storm wasn't technically a "derecho." Here's why.
Violent storms ripped through western Pennsylvania on Tuesday, but they weren't technically a derecho.
Whistleblower details "disturbing" way funeral director mistreated pets' bodies
A former intern claims Vereb Funeral Home treated pets like trash.
Eric Church bringing Free the Machine Tour to Pittsburgh's PPG Paints Arena
The multi-time Grammy-nominated country artist is coming back to Pittsburgh this summer.
Politics
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Lawmaker working on legislation to create transit authority for Southwestern Pennsylvania
State Senator Jay Costa is trying to slow down public transit inefficiencies in Southwestern Pennsylvania.
Progressive coalition faces biggest challenge in trying to reelect Gainey
They've won election after election, becoming the dominant force in local politics. But this is their toughest challenge yet.
Trump admin reinstates CMU student's legal status
The Trump administration has reinstated the legal status of a Carnegie Mellon University student from China who lost it weeks ago.
Pittsburgh institutions weigh Trump administration's DEI orders
The Trump admin ordered public schools, universities and private employers to get rid of DEI programs or lose federal funding.
Negative ads in Pittsburgh's mayoral race funded by so-called dark money
Pittsburgh's mayoral race is being fueled by dark money — unlimited amounts of cash spent by PACs on TV attack ads and mailers.
Consumer News
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Whistleblower details "disturbing" way funeral director mistreated pets' bodies
A former intern claims Vereb Funeral Home treated pets like trash.
Nearly $4 million castle with replica of Batman's office for sale in Pine Township
A house unlike any other you've likely seen is for sale in Pine Township.
Economist explains why Shein and Temu are raising prices due to tariffs
The Trump administration's tariffs mean items shipped from China will soon cost consumers much more, experts say.
Record number of travelers plan to hit road for summer vacation, survey shows
A recent survey shows summer 2025 is shaping up to be the season of exploration.
Pittsburgh-area company finishes project left abandoned by another contractor
When a local company owner heard what happened, he said he wanted to make it right.
Pittsburgh Today Live
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Waiting Child: Ava
This week's Waiting Child is Ava.
Learning life jacket safety 101 with Ash Andrews
Before you set sail this summer, we're making sure you're floating smart and fabulous. We learned some life jacket safety 101 with Ash Andrews.
Cooking with Rania: Herbed Ricotta Bruschetta with Grape Tomatoes
Rania is putting a fresh twist on an Italian classic. We learned how to whip up a creamy ricotta bruschetta that's bursting with flavor.
A sneak peek at Pittsburgh's most stylish garden party
It's hats off for a grand event. We got a first look at one of the 4-1-2's most fashionable events of the season. Katie was live with a preview of the Spring Hat Luncheon.
Playing "the feud" with a local family appearing on Family Feud
We were able to hang out with the Pittsburgh family, which is hitting the Family Feud stage on Wednesday night!
KDKA Investigations
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Pet owners demand justice after accusations surrounding funeral director
Pet owners are fighting for answers after a funeral director threw out thousands of pets' bodies and gave people different ashes, prosecutors said.
Whistleblower details "disturbing" way funeral director mistreated pets' bodies
A former intern claims Vereb Funeral Home treated pets like trash.
Questions raised about Pittsburgh's aging emergency vehicle fleet
Questions are being raised about an aging emergency vehicle fleet in Pittsburgh.
Pittsburgh-area company finishes project left abandoned by another contractor
When a local company owner heard what happened, he said he wanted to make it right.
Sewage floods Jeannette street
Some Jeannette residents say raw sewage has been flooding down their street for at least a week.
Health
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Diabetes deaths fall to lowest levels in years, in early CDC figures
Deaths from diabetes increased during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Martinelli's recalls 170,000 juice bottles over toxic fungi risk
Martinelli's juice bottles were recalled in 28 states because they could contain a toxic substance created by fungi.
Saturday is National Drug Take Back Day. Here's where you can dispose of your expired and unused medications
This weekend, you'll have the chance to dispose of your expired and unused drugs in a safe manner.
Animal tranquilizer showing up in Pittsburgh's illegal drug supply, doctor says
An animal tranquilizer is the new drug on the street in Pittsburgh.
Talking to a local author who explores the journey of c-section recovery
As we approach the end of April, we're shining a spotlight on Cesarean Awareness Month. We were joined by local author Ruth Fleury, who wrote "Strength in Every Scar: A Mother's C-Section Recovery."
Sports
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Allderdice baseball coach John Miller's book lands on New York Times' best sellers list
Miller is a big part of Allderdice's success on the diamond this season.
Cubs go deep four times, rout Pirates with 9-0 road win
Seiya Suzuki hit a two-run homer and fell a single short of the cycle as the Chicago Cubs went deep four times in a 9-0 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Tocchet not returning as Canucks coach, becoming top candidate across NHL
Rick Tocchet isn't returning as head coach of the Vancouver Canucks, making him a top candidate for several NHL vacancies.
Hockey player won't face charges in Adam Johnson's on-ice death
A man arrested on suspicion of manslaughter following the death of ice hockey player and Minnesota native Adam Johnson has been told he will not face any charges, British prosecutors said Tuesday.
Steelers to release 2024 sixth-round pick Ryan Watts due to neck injury
Watts is expected to medically retire from football because of the injury.
Business News
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Norfolk Southern sees profit growth despite derailment insurance payments
Norfolk Southern's first quarter profits got another boost from insurance payments related to its disastrous 2023 derailment in eastern Ohio.
Nearly $4 million castle with replica of Batman's office for sale in Pine Township
A house unlike any other you've likely seen is for sale in Pine Township.
Small towns paying people to put down roots in Mercer County
Mercer County is thinking outside the box to grow its population and economy.
Pittsburgh doing due diligence in Green Bay for 2026 NFL Draft preparation
The Pittsburgh host committee has people in Green Bay looking at what goes into the NFL Draft.
Rockaway Pizzeria opening new Regent Square location after moving from White Oak
The new location in Regent Square will be opening on May 2.
Entertainment
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Eric Church bringing Free the Machine Tour to Pittsburgh's PPG Paints Arena
The multi-time Grammy-nominated country artist is coming back to Pittsburgh this summer.
Lineup unveiled for 2025 Three Rivers Arts Festival
The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust unveiled the lineup of musicians and artists for the 2025 Three Rivers Arts Festival.
Wiz Khalifa and Sean Paul bringing new co-headlining tour to Star Lake
The two musicians will embark on the "Good Vibes Only Tour."
World's Largest Rubber Duck returning to Pittsburgh area
The six-story-tall inflatable duck will return to western Pennsylvania for the first time since 2013.
Club Cafe on Pittsburgh's South Side to reopen under new management
The club had been one of the city's most popular music venues before closing its doors after a run of 25 years.
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Demand for generators in Pittsburgh area high after deadly storms knock out power
People without power in the Pittsburgh area on Wednesday are looking for generators after power was knocked out to hundreds of thousands of homes.
KDKA-TV Afternoon Forecast (4/30)
Get the latest weather updates with First Alert Meteorologist Mary Ours' forecast!
Penn Hills woman recounts moments when winds toppled a tree onto her car when she was inside it
In Penn Hills, severe winds toppled a tree that took down power lines and fell onto two cars, one of which a woman was inside when it collapsed. KDKA-TV's Megan Shinn has more.
Severe weather tosses tree onto busy roadway in Pittsburgh's Squirrel Hill neighborhood
Tuesday night’s storm left behind damage throughout southwestern Pennsylvania, including in Squirrel Hill, where on Shady Avenue, a large tree blocked traffic on a busy roadway. KDKA-TV's Lauren Linder has more.
Forest Hills residents reminded to exercise caution as borough declares state of emergency
Borough leaders are reminding Forest Hills residents to use extreme caution as crews begin cleaning up storm damage, as the borough declared a state of emergency due to Tuesday's severe weather. KDKA-TV's Chilekasi Adele reports.
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PHOTOS: Intense winds sweep through Pittsburgh area
Severe storms rocked the Pittsburgh area on Tuesday evening.
Take Your Child to Work Day 2025
The KDKA kids took over Pittsburgh Today Live and Talk Pittsburgh on Take Your Child to Work Day!
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.
