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Steelers 2025 NFL Draft tracker
The Pittsburgh Steelers are slated to make six picks over the three-day NFL Draft in Green Bay, Wisconsin.
Rain returns to the Pittsburgh area on Friday, cooler temperatures ahead
Rain returns to the Pittsburgh area on Friday with two rounds expected, and that will cool off our temperatures.
Rubber ducks, art all night, and birthday parties | KDKA Weekend Planner
We've got the birthday celebration of a Pittsburgh icon, a rubber duck derby, and so much more going on this weekend!
50,000 people expected to pack into Acrisureadium for Pittsburgh Supercross event St
Supercross is returning to Pittsburgh this weekend for the first time in over 40 years.
Slippery Rock rugby team trying to defend national championship crown
The reigning champions are heading back to our nation's capital and trying to win their second national title in as many years.
Zach Neto hits tiebreaking homer in the 8th inning as Angels beat the Pirates 4-3
Zach Neto hit a tiebreaking homer leading off the eighth inning and the Los Angeles Angels beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 4-3 on Thursday night to avoid a three-game series sweep.
Small towns paying people to put down roots in Mercer County
Mercer County is thinking outside the box to grow its population and economy.
U.S. Steel Bald Eagle Cam
Watch the U.S. Steel Bald Eagle Cam live, here.
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Consumer News
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.
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.
Latest Product Recall Information
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Rain returns to the Pittsburgh area on Friday, cooler temperatures ahead
Rain returns to the Pittsburgh area on Friday with two rounds expected, and that will cool off our temperatures.
KDKA-TV Morning Forecast (4/25)
Get the latest weather updates with meteorologist Ron Smiley’s forecast!
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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50,000 people expected to pack into Acrisureadium for Pittsburgh Supercross event St
Supercross is returning to Pittsburgh this weekend for the first time in over 40 years.
Slippery Rock rugby team trying to defend national championship crown
The reigning champions are heading back to our nation's capital and trying to win their second national title in as many years.
Zach Neto hits tiebreaking homer in the 8th inning as Angels beat the Pirates 4-3
Zach Neto hit a tiebreaking homer leading off the eighth inning and the Los Angeles Angels beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 4-3 on Thursday night to avoid a three-game series sweep.
Who is Derrick Harmon, the Steelers' first pick in the 2025 NFL Draft?
The Pittsburgh Steelers selected Oregon defensive lineman Derrick Harmon in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft.
Tyler Warren selected in first round by Indianapolis Colts
The Indianapolis Colts selected Penn State tight end Tyler Warren in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft.
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KDKA-TV Morning Forecast (4/25)
Get the latest weather updates with meteorologist Ron Smiley’s forecast!
KDKA Weekend Planner (4/25)
It's a jam-packed weekend with rubber duck derbies, birthday celebrations, and lots of art!
Supercross returning to Pittsburgh for the first time in 43 years
The last time Supercross was in Pittsburgh, it was held at the former Three Rivers Stadium.
Slippery Rock's rugby team trying to defend national championship crown
Slippery Rock has a target on their back after winning it all a year ago.
Ireland Contracting Nightly Sports Call: April 24, 2025
KDKA-TV's Bob Pompeani and 93.7 The Fan's Chris Mueller discuss the sports topics of the day.
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Rubber ducks, art all night, and birthday parties | KDKA Weekend Planner
We've got the birthday celebration of a Pittsburgh icon, a rubber duck derby, and so much more going on this weekend!
Feeling the rhythm and feeling the rhyme, how music can help you be more productive
Popping in an AirPod or putting your headphones on can be for more than just enjoyment; it can help you be more productive.
PennDOT now inspecting several piers after finding crack in pier supporting North Side HOV lanes
After a large crack was found in the pier supporting the HOV lanes earlier this year, PennDOT is now inspecting several bridges in our region.
On A Positive Note
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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.
Baldwin elementary school student uses his mother's birthday to help others | On A Positive Note
To understand 10-year-old Neko, you need to understand where he's coming from, and it's simple: being kind.
On A Positive Note
Do you know someone who is making a positive difference?
KDKA Investigations
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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.
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.
Latest News
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Steelers 2025 NFL Draft tracker
The Pittsburgh Steelers are slated to make six picks over the three-day NFL Draft in Green Bay, Wisconsin.
Rain returns to the Pittsburgh area on Friday, cooler temperatures ahead
Rain returns to the Pittsburgh area on Friday with two rounds expected, and that will cool off our temperatures.
Rubber ducks, art all night, and birthday parties | KDKA Weekend Planner
We've got the birthday celebration of a Pittsburgh icon, a rubber duck derby, and so much more going on this weekend!
50,000 people expected to pack into Acrisureadium for Pittsburgh Supercross event St
Supercross is returning to Pittsburgh this weekend for the first time in over 40 years.
Slippery Rock rugby team trying to defend national championship crown
The reigning champions are heading back to our nation's capital and trying to win their second national title in as many years.
Politics
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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.
Mayor Gainey tours Pittsburgh to highlight affordable housing successes
Affordable housing has been one of the issues central to the Democratic primary race for mayor of Pittsburgh.
Education Department to begin collecting payments for student loans in default
The U.S. Department of Education says that starting May 5, it'll begin collecting payments for student loans that are in default.
Hundreds of schools condemn Trump's "political interference"
Hundreds of universities and colleges have issued a joint letter condemning President Trump's "political interference" in the nation's education system.
Consumer News
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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?
Pittsburgh Today Live
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The PTL kids take on the bounce house | Take Your Child to Work Day
The PTL kids quickly laid their claim to the bounce house right outside of the PTL studios. We checked in with Boaz to see how it was all going.
Learning how to make unique rugs with the Tufting Studio | Take Your Child to Work Day
The kids were hard at work all morning making works of art. The Tufting Studio joined us to show us how to make these unique rugs.
The Barnyard Petting Zoo visits the PTL Studios | Take Your Child to Work Day
Boaz and Katie brought half the farm for Take Your Child to Work Day! The Barnyard Petting Zoo visited us outside the PTL Studios to let us check out the adorable animals.
Embarking on a STEM-tastic adventure with Mad Science of Pittsburgh
Amelia Ford and Julia Cody from Mad Science of Pittsburgh were here to teach us STEM science experiments for kids.
Testing the kids' pop music prowess | Take Your Child to Work Day
One of Pittsburgh's busiest DJ's, DJ Petey C, gave the kids a pop music pop quiz on today's show.
KDKA Investigations
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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.
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.
Health
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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."
Sharing more about the hidden dangers of fentanyl | Wellness Wednesday
This Wellness Wednesday, we are addressing an issue that's affecting so many Americans: fentanyl. Dr. Natalie Gentile and Dr. Liz Zona joined us for this important conversation.
Pittsburgh is taking to the streets for Purple Stride Pittsburgh this weekend
A wave of purple and a powerful show of strength is about to take over Pittsburgh. We sat down with a pancreatic cancer survivor and a doctor to talk about the Purple Stride and how you can step up and be a part of it.
Pittsburgh region again gets a failing grade for air quality in "State of the Air" report
Pittsburgh is in the top 12 and top 16 for the two worst air quality categories (smog and soot related air quality), worse than last year's report.
Sports
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50,000 people expected to pack into Acrisureadium for Pittsburgh Supercross event St
Supercross is returning to Pittsburgh this weekend for the first time in over 40 years.
Slippery Rock rugby team trying to defend national championship crown
The reigning champions are heading back to our nation's capital and trying to win their second national title in as many years.
Zach Neto hits tiebreaking homer in the 8th inning as Angels beat the Pirates 4-3
Zach Neto hit a tiebreaking homer leading off the eighth inning and the Los Angeles Angels beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 4-3 on Thursday night to avoid a three-game series sweep.
Who is Derrick Harmon, the Steelers' first pick in the 2025 NFL Draft?
The Pittsburgh Steelers selected Oregon defensive lineman Derrick Harmon in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft.
Tyler Warren selected in first round by Indianapolis Colts
The Indianapolis Colts selected Penn State tight end Tyler Warren in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft.
Business News
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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.
Pittsburgh entrepreneur says business stole her idea and launched it without her
The owner of 1989 Vintage and Thrift says Construction Junction recycled her idea of an on-site thrift store.
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.
Entertainment
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See the 2025 American Music Awards nominations
The 2025 AMA nominations were released on Wednesday, with Kendrick Lamar leading with 10. The awards show will air on May 26.
Bryan Adams bringing new North American tour to PPG Paints Arena
Rock icon Bryan Adams has announced new North American dates for his ongoing "Roll With The Punches" 2025 tour.
Steelers part of Hasbro-NFL TRANSFORMERS collaboration
The Steelers are among the four teams as part of a first-of-a-kind collaboration between the NFL and Hasbro toys.
Extras needed for Hershey biopic filming in Pittsburgh
A casting call is out for extras needed when the Hershey biopic comes to film in Pittsburgh.
Comedian John Mulaney bringing new comedy tour to Pittsburgh
Mulaney, a three-time Emmy Award winner, rose to fame through his writing career on "Saturday Night Live."
Latest Videos
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KDKA-TV Morning Forecast (4/25)
Get the latest weather updates with meteorologist Ron Smiley’s forecast!
KDKA Weekend Planner (4/25)
It's a jam-packed weekend with rubber duck derbies, birthday celebrations, and lots of art!
Supercross returning to Pittsburgh for the first time in 43 years
The last time Supercross was in Pittsburgh, it was held at the former Three Rivers Stadium.
Slippery Rock's rugby team trying to defend national championship crown
Slippery Rock has a target on their back after winning it all a year ago.
Ireland Contracting Nightly Sports Call: April 24, 2025
KDKA-TV's Bob Pompeani and 93.7 The Fan's Chris Mueller discuss the sports topics of the day.
Latest Galleries
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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.
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.
