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Wednesday will be the coldest day of the week before temperatures warm up
On Wednesday the weather will feel cooler but temperatures will continue to raise throughout the week.
Long-term roadwork project coming to Rt. 51 in the South Hills
Traffic along Rt. 51 is is going to be reduced to one lane in each direction between East Bruceton Road and Coal Valley Road.
Pittsburgh Planning Commission votes down giving Donny's Place historic landmark status
The future of the former gay bar is now in question and the building could face demolition.
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.
Vigil held in Clarion County to remember teenager killed in weekend crash
People wore pink and teal and gathered at the football field at Union High School to honor the memory of Cambrie Priester.
Jared Jones expected to miss significant time, will start season on injured list
Jones missed his last spring training start last week due to elbow discomfort but it appears he will be able to recover from his injury without requiring surgery.
St. Francis (PA) is moving from Division I to Division III in 2026
The announcement comes a week after the Red Flash played in March Madness for the first time since 1990.
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"Money Match" checks hitting Pennsylvania residents' mailboxes
Pennsylvania Money Match checks totaling more than $1 million are on their way to their rightful owners.
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.
Online scammers targeting Westmoreland County animal rescue
This is an issue that many animal 501(c)(3) organizations deal with.
Kohl's begins removing Amazon returns from some locations, Pittsburgh not among them yet
While Pittsburgh is not among the locations, customers in the area say it would be a mistake to end the program.
Cybersecurity experts urge email users to take steps to guard against vicious ransomware scheme
A vicious ransomware called Medusa is picking up speed and a local cybersecurity expert has ways you can keep your data safe.
Local crafting businesses stepping up in the absence of JOANN Fabric and Crafts
Erin Love, from Firecracker Fabrics, is just one of the local stores stepping up in the crafting industry after the closure of JOANN Fabric and Crafts.
Walnut Grill's Fox Chapel location has closed after nearly two decades in business
The owners say that gift cards and loyalty points that guests may have will still be accepted at the three other Walnut Grill locations in Wexford, Robinson, and Washington.
New manager of Gus & Yiayia's says online scammers making his life difficult
Fake Facebook pages have been popping up claiming to be the iconic iceball cart, but the owner says they're all scams.
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Wednesday will be the coldest day of the week before temperatures warm up
On Wednesday the weather will feel cooler but temperatures will continue to raise throughout the week.
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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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Jared Jones expected to miss significant time, will start season on injured list
Jones missed his last spring training start last week due to elbow discomfort but it appears he will be able to recover from his injury without requiring surgery.
St. Francis (PA) is moving from Division I to Division III in 2026
The announcement comes a week after the Red Flash played in March Madness for the first time since 1990.
Anthony Cirelli scores twice in his 500th career game as the Lightning defeat the Penguins 6-1
Nikita Kucherov had a goal and two assists to lead the Tampa Bay Lightning over the Pittsburgh Penguins 6-1 on Tuesday night.
Giants signing quarterback Russell Wilson, CBS Sports reports
The New York Giants are signing former Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Russell Wilson to a one-year deal, according to CBS Sports.
Donovan McMillon hoping to continue football journey to the NFL
McMillon has traveled a long road so far in his football career from the WPIAL to the SEC, the ACC, and now he's hoping for one final destination -- the NFL.
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Pittsburgh Today Live Chat: March 26, 2025
David Highfield and Heather Abraham talk about all the latest goings on and preview what's to come on today's show.
How and when should you introduce your kids to chores?
Implementing a schedule for your children when it comes to chores may be difficult at first, but there are ways to do that. KDKA-TV's John Shumway has the story.
KDKA-TV Morning Forecast (3/26)
Get the latest weather updates with meteorologist Ron Smiley’s forecast!
Pittsburgh Planning Commission votes against giving Donny's Place historic landmark status
Laurel Communities has proposed building townhomes that would require the bar to be torn down.
Community members honor teenager killed in Rt. 68 crash
People gathered at the Union High School football field to honor the memory of Cambrie Priester.
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Community members make final pleas to PPS board over potential school closures
The school board is set to vote on Wednesday to start the process of closing schools and open a state-required public comment period.
Major PennDOT project coming to McKnight Road near Babcock Boulevard exit
Traffic will be reduced to a single lane in each direction near the Babcock Boulevard interchange.
Nurses at Butler Memorial Hospital picketing for safer working conditions
The nurses' union says they're negotiating a new contract amid a rise in hospital workplace violence incidents.
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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.
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.
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Wednesday will be the coldest day of the week before temperatures warm up
On Wednesday the weather will feel cooler but temperatures will continue to raise throughout the week.
Long-term roadwork project coming to Rt. 51 in the South Hills
Traffic along Rt. 51 is is going to be reduced to one lane in each direction between East Bruceton Road and Coal Valley Road.
Pittsburgh Planning Commission votes down giving Donny's Place historic landmark status
The future of the former gay bar is now in question and the building could face demolition.
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.
Vigil held in Clarion County to remember teenager killed in weekend crash
People wore pink and teal and gathered at the football field at Union High School to honor the memory of Cambrie Priester.
Politics
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Dan Goughnour wins election in Pennsylvania, keeping Democrats in control of state House
Democrat Dan Goughnour has won a special election in western Pennsylvania.
Senate committee advances Oz's nomination to lead Medicare, Medicaid agency
The Senate Finance Committee voted to advance the nomination of Mehmet Oz to lead the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
U.S. infrastructure's "C" grade from engineers comes with a warning
A once-every-four-year report card on the upkeep of America's infrastructure gave it a "C" grade in 2025, up slightly from previous reports.
Control of the Pa. House of Representatives up for grabs in Mon Valley special election
Following the passing of Democratic Representative Matt Gergely, a special election will be held on Tuesday, the winner will tip the majority.
Mass firings could pose significant security risk for U.S., experts warn
The mass firings of federal workers present an unprecedented opportunity for U.S. adversaries to recruit informants, national security and intelligence experts say.
Consumer News
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"Money Match" checks hitting Pennsylvania residents' mailboxes
Pennsylvania Money Match checks totaling more than $1 million are on their way to their rightful owners.
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.
Online scammers targeting Westmoreland County animal rescue
This is an issue that many animal 501(c)(3) organizations deal with.
Kohl's begins removing Amazon returns from some locations, Pittsburgh not among them yet
While Pittsburgh is not among the locations, customers in the area say it would be a mistake to end the program.
Cybersecurity experts urge email users to take steps to guard against vicious ransomware scheme
A vicious ransomware called Medusa is picking up speed and a local cybersecurity expert has ways you can keep your data safe.
Pittsburgh Today Live
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Pittsburgh Today Live Chat: March 26, 2025
David Highfield and Heather Abraham talk about all the latest goings on and preview what's to come on today's show.
Taste It Tuesday: Little Debbie Ice Cream Bars
On this Taste It Tuesday, we're sampling Little Debbie ice cream.
Unveiling the full Baited Eight of our PTL-Talk Fish Fry Bracket
To continue our PTL-Talk Fish Fry Bracket, we unveiled the full Baited Eight!
Tackling the closets and drop zones during Spring Cleaning Week
Happy Lark Home Organizing joined Katie O'Malley to offer some helpful tips on how to tackle your closets and drop zones during Spring Cleaning Week.
Helpful lessons on how to declutter our minds with Dr. Deborah Gilboa
If stress and mental to-do lists are piling up, it's time for a deep clean. Dr. G is back to show us how to declutter our thoughts, shake off our worries, and turn our brains into our happy place.
KDKA Investigations
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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.
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.
Health
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2 measles cases confirmed in western Pennsylvania
There are confirmed cases of measles on the western side of Pennsylvania in Erie County.
How a local cancer survivor learned to fight for others while fighting for her life
Mikey Hood sat down with Casey Neff, a cancer survivor and aspiring family lawyer, to learn more about how she got through one of the hardest trials of her life and found a little bit of justice on the other side. This segment was sponsored by UPMC.
West Virginia bans 7 artificial food dyes, citing health concerns
West Virginia Gov. Patrick Morrisey signed a bill into law this week that bans some artificial dyes as well as two preservatives from foods sold statewide.
Allergy season is starting earlier and lasting longer
If it feels like you have to grab the antihistamines and nasal sprays earlier than in years past, you're correct.
Simple stretches that can change your day with Daniel Hill
Daniel Hill is back to show us how to get moving again with some simple stretches that can change your day.
Sports
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Jared Jones expected to miss significant time, will start season on injured list
Jones missed his last spring training start last week due to elbow discomfort but it appears he will be able to recover from his injury without requiring surgery.
St. Francis (PA) is moving from Division I to Division III in 2026
The announcement comes a week after the Red Flash played in March Madness for the first time since 1990.
Anthony Cirelli scores twice in his 500th career game as the Lightning defeat the Penguins 6-1
Nikita Kucherov had a goal and two assists to lead the Tampa Bay Lightning over the Pittsburgh Penguins 6-1 on Tuesday night.
Giants signing quarterback Russell Wilson, CBS Sports reports
The New York Giants are signing former Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Russell Wilson to a one-year deal, according to CBS Sports.
Donovan McMillon hoping to continue football journey to the NFL
McMillon has traveled a long road so far in his football career from the WPIAL to the SEC, the ACC, and now he's hoping for one final destination -- the NFL.
Business News
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How Duolingo's director of social impact is making a difference
Kendra Ross, Duolingo's director of social impact, is making a difference.
After decades away, the iconic Isaly's is returning to Pittsburgh's Strip District next year
In 2026, one building in the Strip District will transform into Isaly's!
PRT proposes service cuts, fare increases due to lack of state funding
PRT has proposed a 35% service cut that will take effect in February of 2026.
Point State Park could host NFL Draft Experience Zone
As the 2026 NFL Draft nears, more details are coming out about just how Pittsburgh could be utilized in the event.
Mitsubishi Electric to open new energy facility in Beaver County
A new energy facility is coming to Beaver County.
Entertainment
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Donnie Iris joining Styx for Star Lake concert in August
Tickets to the show went on sale in December but are still available online through Live Nation.
Kennywood nominated for best amusement park, roller coaster in new polls
Kennywood has been nominated in two new USA Today 10Best Readers' Choice Awards polls.
Jonas Brothers bringing 20th-anniversary tour to Pittsburgh
The Jonas Brothers have announced a 20th-anniversary tour with a stop in Pittsburgh.
Kennywood, Idlewild and Sandcastle to be sold to new company
Madrid-based Parques Reunidos has agreed to sell the parks to Herschend.
Man accused of hiding stolen ruby slippers from "Wizard of Oz" is dead
A federal judge has dismissed the charges against a Minnesota man accused of hiding a stolen pair of ruby slippers that Judy Garland wore in "The Wizard of Oz." Prosecutors informed the court Monday that he died Sunday.
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Pittsburgh Today Live Chat: March 26, 2025
David Highfield and Heather Abraham talk about all the latest goings on and preview what's to come on today's show.
How and when should you introduce your kids to chores?
Implementing a schedule for your children when it comes to chores may be difficult at first, but there are ways to do that. KDKA-TV's John Shumway has the story.
KDKA-TV Morning Forecast (3/26)
Get the latest weather updates with meteorologist Ron Smiley’s forecast!
Pittsburgh Planning Commission votes against giving Donny's Place historic landmark status
Laurel Communities has proposed building townhomes that would require the bar to be torn down.
Community members honor teenager killed in Rt. 68 crash
People gathered at the Union High School football field to honor the memory of Cambrie Priester.
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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.
