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Pope Francis has 2 episodes of "acute respiratory failure," Vatican says
Pope Francis, hospitalized for more than two weeks with pneumonia in both lungs, suffered two acute respiratory failures, requiring intervention, the Vatican says.
Truck driver charged with homicide in connection with deadly Cheat Lake accident
A truck driver is facing a negligent homicide charge in connection with an accident resulting in the death of a Fayette County man in January.
Officials discuss REAL ID with May deadline approaching
With the REAL ID deadline approaching, transportation officials in Philadelphia are providing the information you need to know.
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.
Vaccine critic RFK Jr. backs measles vaccine amid deadly Texas outbreak
HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a noted vaccine skeptic, is voicing support for the measles vaccine amid a deadly outbreak, mainly in Texas.
It's going to be a sunny day in the Pittsburgh area with temperatures in the 40s
The sunshine will make things look warmer than they actually are.
PennDOT shuts down I-579 HOV lane from Veterans Bridge to I-279 due to crack in concrete pier
Seeing small cracks near the top of support beams aren't that unusual and usually aren't that serious, but this time it is.
U.S. Steel Bald Eagle Cam
Watch the U.S. Steel Bald Eagle Cam here.
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Pittsburgh is one of only 2 cities where it's cheaper to buy a home than rent, economists say
Pittsburgh is one of only two cities in the U.S. where it's cheaper to buy a home than rent, economists with Realtor.com say.
Fox Chapel Walnut Grill hit with consumer alert for dead mice and rodent droppings
The Walnut Grill in Fox Chapel was hit with a consumer alert after an inspector found nearly a dozen dead mice.
Waffles, INCaffeinated's South Side location hit with consumer alert
The Allegheny County Health Department issued the consumer alert earlier this week following an inspection at the restaurant.
Salem's Market in the Hill District closes indefinitely
Some shoppers are concerned that the temporary closure will cut easy access to groceries for those nearby.
Flower shops in Pittsburgh take on lots of orders for Valentine's Day
Local flower shops in Pittsburgh received lots of Valentine's Day orders.
Pittsburgh-area shoppers wonder who will fill void amid Joann store closures
Joann, the fabric and craft store, is joining a growing list of companies that have filed for bankruptcy.
Sarris Candies and Penn Brewery are teaming up with a new Peanut Butter Meltaway Chocolate Stout beer
A launch event is being held at Sarris' shop in Canonsburg on Thursday.
Major grocery chains, including in Pittsburgh, limiting egg purchases amid nationwide shortage
As the bird flu continues to strain the country's egg supply, several grocery chains are limiting the amount consumers can purchase.
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It's going to be a sunny day in the Pittsburgh area with temperatures in the 40s
The sunshine will make things look warmer than they actually are.
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The KDKA First Alert Weather Team brings you the latest forecasts and weather information to keep you and your family safe and informed.
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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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Sidney Crosby moves into 10th place on NHL's all-time assists list
Crosby now has 1,050 assists, moving one ahead of the legendary Gordie Howe.
Joe Highsmith rallies final round 64 to win the Cognizant Classic
Joe Highsmith had to make a nervy par putt just to make the cut in the Cognizant Classic.
Nylander scores in overtime as Maple Leafs beat Penguins 6-5 for 5th straight win
William Nylander scored 1:00 into overtime, and the Toronto Maple Leafs beat Sidney Crosby and the Pittsburgh Penguins 6-5.
MLB considering petition to have Pete Rose removed from ineligible list
Pete Rose, baseball's late career hits leader, was banned from MLB and the Hall of Fame for sports betting.
Pastrnak continues 17-game point streak, leads Bruins past Penguins 3-2
David Pastrnak had a goal and an assist, extending his point streak to 17 games, and the Boston Bruins beat the Pittsburgh Penguins 3-2 on Saturday.
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Chartiers Valley School District implements new security protocols on campus
New security protocols are going into effect for the Chartiers Valley School District high school and middle school campuses. KDKA-TV's Megan Shinn has the details.
Truck driver charged with homicide in connection with deadly Cheat Lake accident
A truck driver is facing a negligent homicide charge in connection with an accident resulting in the death of a Fayette County man in January.
Ingram Borough community asked to be alert as police investigate series of car thefts
People who live in Ingram Borough are being asked to remain alert as police investigate a series of car thefts. KDKA-TV's Lauren Linder reports.
Should I rent or buy a home? | Money Monday
In today's Money Monday, we were joined by Emily Hauser, a loan officer for Clearview Federal Credit Union, to answer the question, should you rent or buy a home? This segment was sponsored by Clearview Federal Credit Union.
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Ingram Borough community asked to be alert as police investigate series of car thefts
Ingram Borough Police say at least three cars were stolen within the past few days and it appears the thieves are specifically targeting Hyundai cars.
Chartiers Valley School District implements new security protocols on school campus
The district's superintendent says the new protocols will slow down visitor entry but will increase safety on the campus.
Jurassic Quest, World Oddities Expo and the South Hills Home Show | KDKA Weekend Planner
More events are in Pittsburgh this weekend for friends and family to all take part in.
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Neighbors want city to do something about crumbling Knoxville property
An entire section of a home in Pittsburgh's Knoxville neighborhood has folded, bricks collapsing into the yard next door.
A homegrown robotics company is a Pittsburgh success story, but it's only one of a few, why is that?
Gecko Robotics is one of the hottest tech companies around and it was founded here in Pittsburgh, but with a stagnant economy, it's only one of a few.
Why is a 10-mile stretch of Route 22 strewn with litter?
There's an unsightly mess collecting along a road in North Fayette — so much that it looks more like a landfill.
Local leaders make changes after woman dies waiting for ambulance
A family from Fayette County says they begged for help to save a dying loved one who took her final breath waiting for an ambulance.
Company accused of not maintaining apartments where fire killed 2-year-old
KDKA Investigates has uncovered years of neglect by a company that owns dozens of complexes across the country.
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Pope Francis has 2 episodes of "acute respiratory failure," Vatican says
Pope Francis, hospitalized for more than two weeks with pneumonia in both lungs, suffered two acute respiratory failures, requiring intervention, the Vatican says.
Truck driver charged with homicide in connection with deadly Cheat Lake accident
A truck driver is facing a negligent homicide charge in connection with an accident resulting in the death of a Fayette County man in January.
Officials discuss REAL ID with May deadline approaching
With the REAL ID deadline approaching, transportation officials in Philadelphia are providing the information you need to know.
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.
Vaccine critic RFK Jr. backs measles vaccine amid deadly Texas outbreak
HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a noted vaccine skeptic, is voicing support for the measles vaccine amid a deadly outbreak, mainly in Texas.
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Vaccine critic RFK Jr. backs measles vaccine amid deadly Texas outbreak
HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a noted vaccine skeptic, is voicing support for the measles vaccine amid a deadly outbreak, mainly in Texas.
Pittsburgh-area Ukrainians react to heated exchange between Zelenskyy, Trump
Ukrainians living in western Pennsylvania are reacting to the heated exchange between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, President Donald Trump, and Vice President JD Vance.
Trump signs executive order designating English the official language
It rescinds a federal mandate that requires agencies and other recipients of federal funding to provide language assistance to non-English speakers.
Zelenskyy was told to leave the White House after blowup with Trump and Vance
In an Oval Office meeting, Vance and Trump accused Zelenskyy of being "disrespectful." Afterward, Zelenskyy and Ukrainian officials were told to leave.
Social Security Administration offering voluntary buyouts ahead of expected layoffs
The Social Security Administration is offering payouts to employees who voluntarily resign from the federal agency, ahead of what they warn will be "significant workforce reductions."
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Pittsburgh is one of only 2 cities where it's cheaper to buy a home than rent, economists say
Pittsburgh is one of only two cities in the U.S. where it's cheaper to buy a home than rent, economists with Realtor.com say.
Fox Chapel Walnut Grill hit with consumer alert for dead mice and rodent droppings
The Walnut Grill in Fox Chapel was hit with a consumer alert after an inspector found nearly a dozen dead mice.
Waffles, INCaffeinated's South Side location hit with consumer alert
The Allegheny County Health Department issued the consumer alert earlier this week following an inspection at the restaurant.
Salem's Market in the Hill District closes indefinitely
Some shoppers are concerned that the temporary closure will cut easy access to groceries for those nearby.
Flower shops in Pittsburgh take on lots of orders for Valentine's Day
Local flower shops in Pittsburgh received lots of Valentine's Day orders.
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Should I rent or buy a home? | Money Monday
In today's Money Monday, we were joined by Emily Hauser, a loan officer for Clearview Federal Credit Union, to answer the question, should you rent or buy a home? This segment was sponsored by Clearview Federal Credit Union.
Taking us on a tour of a Willy Wonka-inspired house in Pittsburgh
Daisy took us on an exclusive tour of a Willy Wonka-inspired house right here in Pittsburgh!
Learning how to make a delicious meat-free meal from Doug Heilman
Doug Heilman joined us to teach David and Heather his award-winning lemon pasta dish just in time for the Lenten season.
Pittsburgh's robot massage gets put to the test
Katie is trying out the viral robot massage at the Longevity Lab, that first appeared on the Late Show with Stephen Colbert.
Pittsburgh Today Live Chat: March 3, 2025
David Highfield and Heather Abraham talk about all the latest goings on and preview what's to come on today's show.
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Neighbors want city to do something about crumbling Knoxville property
An entire section of a home in Pittsburgh's Knoxville neighborhood has folded, bricks collapsing into the yard next door.
A homegrown robotics company is a Pittsburgh success story, but it's only one of a few, why is that?
Gecko Robotics is one of the hottest tech companies around and it was founded here in Pittsburgh, but with a stagnant economy, it's only one of a few.
Why is a 10-mile stretch of Route 22 strewn with litter?
There's an unsightly mess collecting along a road in North Fayette — so much that it looks more like a landfill.
Local leaders make changes after woman dies waiting for ambulance
A family from Fayette County says they begged for help to save a dying loved one who took her final breath waiting for an ambulance.
Company accused of not maintaining apartments where fire killed 2-year-old
KDKA Investigates has uncovered years of neglect by a company that owns dozens of complexes across the country.
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Flu cases peaking in Westmoreland County, health officials say
There has been a steep rise in flu cases across Pennsylvania, and the number of flu patients admitted to the hospital is rising.
Foundation helps support people with ulta-rare genetic neurological disease
On Rare Disease Day, we're raising awareness about DLG4 SHINE, an ultra-rare genetic neurological disease.
Pennsylvania state elected officials concerned over potential cuts to Medicaid after budget resolution passes House
After the House of Representatives passed a budget resolution on Tuesday night, it has some worried about Medicaid cuts.
Research links ocean microplastics and disabilities in people near coasts
There's a growing body of research that shows microplastics from broken-down plastic trash can affect health.
What are GLP-1 drugs and how do they work?
You've probably seen the ads for GLP-1 drugs. It's a hormone that helps people lose weight, but the results are not one-size-fits-all all. Dr. Noor Khan, from UPMC, helped us understand more about this.
Sports
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Sidney Crosby moves into 10th place on NHL's all-time assists list
Crosby now has 1,050 assists, moving one ahead of the legendary Gordie Howe.
Joe Highsmith rallies final round 64 to win the Cognizant Classic
Joe Highsmith had to make a nervy par putt just to make the cut in the Cognizant Classic.
Nylander scores in overtime as Maple Leafs beat Penguins 6-5 for 5th straight win
William Nylander scored 1:00 into overtime, and the Toronto Maple Leafs beat Sidney Crosby and the Pittsburgh Penguins 6-5.
MLB considering petition to have Pete Rose removed from ineligible list
Pete Rose, baseball's late career hits leader, was banned from MLB and the Hall of Fame for sports betting.
Pastrnak continues 17-game point streak, leads Bruins past Penguins 3-2
David Pastrnak had a goal and an assist, extending his point streak to 17 games, and the Boston Bruins beat the Pittsburgh Penguins 3-2 on Saturday.
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Intel again pushes back expected opening for semiconductor plant in central Ohio
Intel Corp. has once again pushed back the expected opening for its semiconductor project in central Ohio.
Banana Republic's Shadyside location to close later this month
Another store is closing in Pittsburgh's Shadyside neighborhood.
Movement targeting major retailers makes its way to Pittsburgh
An economic blackout which is a pause on spending, is a movement making its way to Pittsburgh.
Fallingwater undergoing $7 million repair project to fix leaks inside house
A new report from the Wall Street Journal says the home has leaked in numerous places over the years.
A homegrown robotics company is a Pittsburgh success story, but it's only one of a few, why is that?
Gecko Robotics is one of the hottest tech companies around and it was founded here in Pittsburgh, but with a stagnant economy, it's only one of a few.
Entertainment
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Who won Oscars for 2025? See the full winners list here
"Anora" won big at the 2025 Oscars. Here's the full list of who won and was nominated for this year's Academy Awards.
Angie Stone, soul singer behind hit "Wish I Didn't Miss You," dies in crash
Angie Stone, a member of the all-female hip hop trio The Sequence, was killed early Saturday in a car crash. She was 63.
David Johansen, punk icon and Buster Poindexter alter ego, dies at 75
David Johansen, the gravelly-voiced singer, was last surviving member of the glam and protopunk band the New York Dolls.
Who performed at the 2025 Oscars? Here's a look at the performances
The Academy Awards celebrates the best movies of the past year, and at the 2025 Oscars, it also honored the filmmaking legends with some showstopping performances.
Hackman and wife's deaths not due to carbon monoxide, officials say
Authorities in New Mexico continue to investigate the cause of death of actor Gene Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa, but they say it does not appear to be carbon monoxide poisoning.
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KDKA-TV Afternoon Forecast (3/3)
Get the latest weather updates with First Alert Meteorologist Ron Smiley's forecast!
Chartiers Valley School District implements new security protocols on campus
New security protocols are going into effect for the Chartiers Valley School District high school and middle school campuses. KDKA-TV's Megan Shinn has the details.
Truck driver charged with homicide in connection with deadly Cheat Lake accident
A truck driver is facing a negligent homicide charge in connection with an accident resulting in the death of a Fayette County man in January.
Ingram Borough community asked to be alert as police investigate series of car thefts
People who live in Ingram Borough are being asked to remain alert as police investigate a series of car thefts. KDKA-TV's Lauren Linder reports.
Should I rent or buy a home? | Money Monday
In today's Money Monday, we were joined by Emily Hauser, a loan officer for Clearview Federal Credit Union, to answer the question, should you rent or buy a home? This segment was sponsored by Clearview Federal Credit Union.
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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.
PHOTOS: Penn State loses Orange Bowl to Notre Dame on late field goal
A late interception from quarterback Drew Allar allowed Notre Dame to get in field goal range.
PHOTOS: Pittsburgh area hit with heavy snowfall from winter storm
Counties south of Pittsburgh along with parts of Maryland and West Virginia are being hit the hardest.
PHOTOS: 71st Annual KDKA Free Care Fund Telethon raises $1.7 million
The 71st Annual KDKA Free Care Fund Telethon raised more than $1.7 million. Here are some photos from the night.
