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Outside workers take precautions to stay cool during Pittsburgh heat wave The 90-degree temperatures this week are especially a concern for those who work outside. 37M ago
Tens of thousands without power in Pittsburgh area More than 100,000 people are without power after storms hit Western Pennsylvania on Monday. 11H ago
Justin Timberlake arrested for DWI on Long Island Singer Justin Timberlake was arrested early Tuesday on Long Island, Sag Harbor police said. He was charged with driving while intoxicated. updated 19M ago
Pittsburgh, other communities open cooling centers amid heat wave With Pittsburgh bracing for a heat wave, several cooling centers across the area are opening up. updated 26M ago
Hot, humid, and stormy conditions expected again today throughout Pittsburgh area The heat isn't going anywhere anytime soon. 6H ago
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Beaver County Housing Authority leaders have taken dozens of glamorous out-of-state trips The executive director and board members of the Beaver County Housing Authority spend a lot of time out-of-state. 19H ago
Joe Manchin isn't a candidate 5 months before the election. But he still has time to change his mind After recently switching his party affiliation from Democrat to Independent, the 76-year-old Manchin is content to leave the Senate in January "and be able to hold a more normal life, if you will." Jun 16
Schumer to bring up vote on gun bump stocks ban after Supreme Court decision Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer said he plans to bring up a vote on restoring the bump stock ban under unanimous consent, which could be halted by opposition from just a single lawmaker. Jun 16
Partisan gridlock prevents fixes to Pennsylvania's voting laws as presidential election looms Pennsylvania is seeing lots of action targeting gaps in its vote-by-mail laws. Jun 15
West Virginia's foster care system is losing another top official with commissioner's exit West Virginia's heavily burdened foster care system is losing another top official. Jun 15
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More than $22 billion will be spent on Father's Day, National Retail Federation says A National Retail Federation survey finds around 75% of Americans are expected to celebrate. Jun 16
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Allegheny County Police issue warning over nationwide scam involving hot air balloon festival Police say several people showed up to South Park over the weekend for a festival that didn't exist. Jun 11
Class-action lawsuit alleges certain Kia and Hyundai vehicles have a defect A class action lawsuit against Kia and Hyundai looks to hold the company accountable after more than 3,100 vehicle fires since 2010. Jun 13
Some Pa. residents on SNAP benefits say their EBT balances were stolen A man from Chester said his SNAP benefits, sometimes referred to as food stamps, were stolen and now he said he has no idea how he's going to put food on the table. Jun 8
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Pittsburgh Today Live Dress Your Pet Like Bret: June 18, 2024 Musician and Butler County native Bret Michaels wants to see your pets! 22M ago 01:40
Picklesburgh announces the "Olympickle" games Pittsburgh Today Live is honored to announce a new event at Picklesburgh. This year, they will be hosting the "Olympickle" games. 26M ago 02:11
Taste It Tuesday: Primanti's sandwich competitive eating contest Inspired by competitive eater Joey Chestnut, Heather Abraham and David Highfield are seeing how fast they can eat a Primanti's sandwich. 31M ago 04:20
On the Blue Carpet at the 77th Tony Awards Host David Highfield is catching us up on his trip to New York City, where he got to be on the Tony Awards' Blue Carpet and attend an after-party. 42M ago 07:39
Something Good: Shaler Area Boys Volleyball team won the PIAA state championship In today's Something Good, we wanted to say a big congratulations to the Shaler Area Boys Volleyball team for winning the state championship! 3H ago 00:37
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Beaver County Housing Authority leaders have taken dozens of glamorous out-of-state trips The executive director and board members of the Beaver County Housing Authority spend a lot of time out-of-state. 19H ago
Shuman Juvenile Detention Center expected to reopen in 2 to 3 weeks, leaders say The Shuman Juvenile Detention Center has been closed amid complaints that the juvenile justice system has become a revolving door Jun 13
Class-action lawsuit alleges certain Kia and Hyundai vehicles have a defect A class action lawsuit against Kia and Hyundai looks to hold the company accountable after more than 3,100 vehicle fires since 2010. Jun 13
Does sunscreen expire? A dermatologist explains when it's time for a new bottle. The FDA says sunscreen lasts only three years, but a Pittsburgh dermatologist said you shouldn't even get that far. Jun 7
Has the Shell cracker plant fallen short on its economic promise? The Shell cracker plant has been beset with environmental problems since it became operational, but some say it has failed its economic promise. Jun 3
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Ohio hospital caring for 7 sets of newborn twins An Ohio hospital is seeing double. 18H ago
Nationwide to drop about 100,000 pet insurance policies The country's biggest provider of pet insurance cites rising cost of veterinary care in pulling product in some states. 19H ago
Social media apps need teen health warnings, surgeon general says Surgeon General Vivek Murthy said that teens' mental health is facing an "emergency," and that social media is part of the problem. 17H ago
Dr. Anthony Fauci on pandemics, partisan critics, and "the psyche of the country" Millions today owe their lives to the work of the man who devoted his career to public health, but in recent years Dr. Anthony Fauci has been targeted by a partisan, anti-science spectrum of opponents. Jun 16
Doctors skeptical about mastic gum TikTok trend Mastic gum promises a chiseled jawline, supposedly by building jaw muscles. Jun 15
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Pirates beat Reds 4-1 as Paul Skenes wins his fourth straight decision Skenes is 4-0 on the season and has 53 strikeouts in 39 1/3 innings. 13H ago
Boston Celtics defeat Dallas Mavericks to win 2024 NBA Finals The Boston Celtics took down the Dallas Mavericks to win the 2024 NBA Finals, the franchise's 18th title overall and first since 2008. 14H ago
Pittsburgh Steelers, other AFC North teams to be featured on in-season edition of "Hard Knocks" The Pittsburgh Steelers, with the other three teams in the AFC North, will be featured during the in-season edition of "Hard Knocks." Jun 17
Triolo and Delay combine for 5 RBIs in the 6th as the Pirates beat the Rockies 8-2 Jared Triolo had two hits and two RBIs, Jason Delay had a three-run double, and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Colorado Rockies 8-2. Jun 16
Neal Shipley becomes first player since 2019 to earn low amateur honors at the Masters and U.S. Open in same year Neal Shipley made the cut in his U.S. Open debut. Now, on the tournament's final day, he's placed himself among some elite company. Jun 17
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Pittsburgh restaurant named in Yelp's top 100 sushi spots A Pittsburgh restaurant was named one of the best sushi restaurants in the United States by Yelp reviewers. updated 47M ago
Toxic garlic should have prompted EPA to warn against gardening near Ohio derailment, watchdog says A watchdog group says the Environmental Protection Agency should conduct additional soil studies around the site of a toxic train derailment in Ohio after independent testing found high levels of chemicals in locally grown garlic. Jun 14
Oakmont businesses already preparing for 2025's U.S. Open In just about one year from now, the U.S. Open will come to Oakmont Country Club. Jun 12
UPMC, leaders celebrate acquisition of Washington Health System Earlier this month, the two-hospital system officially became UPMC Greene and UPMC Washington. Jun 12
The Foundmore in Ross Township is open and filling up fast PennDOT had some traffic concerns while the development was being built, but those have since been resolved. Jun 10
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Justin Timberlake arrested for DWI on Long Island Singer Justin Timberlake was arrested early Tuesday on Long Island, Sag Harbor police said. He was charged with driving while intoxicated. updated 19M ago
Pittsburgh native Billy Porter among Carnegie Mellon alumni to take home 4 Tony Awards Pittsburgh native Billy Porter is among the Carnegie Mellon alumni who took home statuettes during the 2024 Tony Awards on Sunday night. 18H ago
Pittsburgh Steelers, other AFC North teams to be featured on in-season edition of "Hard Knocks" The Pittsburgh Steelers, with the other three teams in the AFC North, will be featured during the in-season edition of "Hard Knocks." Jun 17
Who won Tony Awards for 2024: full list of winners and nominees See the full list of winners and nominees from the 2024 Tony Awards. Jun 17
Princess Kate shares health update, announces first public appearance Kensington Palace releases a new photo of Kate as the Princess of Wales offers an update on her cancer treatment and announces a step back into public life. Jun 14
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Dress Your Pet Like Bret: June 18, 2024 Musician and Butler County native Bret Michaels wants to see your pets! 22M ago 01:40
Picklesburgh announces the "Olympickle" games Pittsburgh Today Live is honored to announce a new event at Picklesburgh. This year, they will be hosting the "Olympickle" games. 26M ago 02:11
Taste It Tuesday: Primanti's sandwich competitive eating contest Inspired by competitive eater Joey Chestnut, Heather Abraham and David Highfield are seeing how fast they can eat a Primanti's sandwich. 31M ago 04:20
On the Blue Carpet at the 77th Tony Awards Host David Highfield is catching us up on his trip to New York City, where he got to be on the Tony Awards' Blue Carpet and attend an after-party. 42M ago 07:39
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Photos show damage after storms roll through Pittsburgh area Residents in Western Pennsylvania are cleaning up after storms rolled through the region on Monday. 16H ago 9 photos
Pro-Palestinian protesters return to University of Pittsburgh Pro-Palestinian protesters set up a new encampment at the University of Pittsburgh. Jun 4 11 photos
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Who is the weather girl on CBS News Pittsburgh? ›

First Alert Meteorologist Mary Ours has the answers in Your Forecast by the. Ours. KDKA First Alert Meteorologist Mary Ours is breaking down your weekend forecast on Talk Pittsburgh! Mary Ours is in Pittsburgh, PA.

What network is KDKA? ›

KDKA-TV (channel 2), also known as CBS Pittsburgh, is a television station in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States, serving as the market's CBS outlet.

How to stream KDKA-TV? ›

Watch KDKA-TV News at Five Online | Stream on Fubo.

Who is the investigative reporter on the KDKA news? ›

Andy Sheehan - Investigative Reporter - KDKA-TV / CBS AFFILIATE PITTSBURGH, PA.

Who left the KDKA weather team? ›

Monday, Feb. 26, 2024 12:56 p.m. 26, 2024 12:56 p.m.

What happened to Jeff Verszyla? ›

After experiencing pain in his back that grew in intensity throughout the day on May 18, he was transported by ambulance from his home to a hospital, but the doctors there did not take his concerns seriously, declined to run tests (Verszyla wondered if it was a blood clot) and deemed his pain the result of a back spasm ...

Why is it called KDKA? ›

The call letters "KDKA" were assigned from a roster maintained to provide identification for ships and marine shore stations, these being the only regular services then in operation under formal license by the Federal Government. "KDKA" was simply the next set of call letters available on the roster.

Why do Pittsburgh TV stations start with K? ›

Stations east of the Mississippi River are required to start their call names with 'W'; and. Stations west of the Mississippi River were required to start their call names with 'K'.

How old is KDKA in Pittsburgh? ›

Our first broadcast was on January 11, 1949 and was a live, one-hour program broadcast from the Syria Mosque in Oakland. KDKA-TV's original call letters were WDTV and the station was part of the Dumont Television Network.

Is KDKA Plus free? ›

CBS News Pittsburgh is KDKA's 24/7 digital streaming news service. It's always on, always free, making KDKA's original, high-quality reporting available to you wherever and whenever you want to watch.

Does KDKA-TV have an app? ›

The KDKA / CBS Pittsburgh app brings you the latest news, sports, weather and lifestyle content from the Pittsburgh area.

Is the CW now KDKA? ›

1, Pittsburgh's CW will officially be rebranded as KDKA+, Cotugno revealed via email. He also said that the station recently received approval to switch its call letters to WPKD-TV, a change that will also go into effect Sept. 1.

What happened to Brian Reed on KDKA? ›

Next month, Reed will have to get used to how yet another news market operates when he begins his new job as a weekend evening anchor and weekday reporter at WFSB-TV in Hartford, Conn. His last day as a KDKA reporter will be Friday, and he'll be heading out for Connecticut next week.

Is Bob Pompeani married? ›

Bob and his wife, Lisa, reside in Robinson Township with their two daughters, Chelsea and Celina.

Is Celina Pompeani related to Bob Pompeani? ›

Lisa Pompeani Mother of the Bride

Celina Pompeani is a familiar face around Pittsburgh. The daughter of legendary sportscaster Bob Pompeani, Celina has become an Emmy-winning TV personality on KDKA-TV while serving as the in-arena host for the Pittsburgh Penguins.

Who is the new weather girl on Wtae Pittsburgh? ›

Meteorologist Jill Szwed forecasts Pittsburgh weather every weekend on Pittsburgh's Action News 4. Jill grew up just north in Butler, Pennsylvania. She graduated with a degree in meteorology from Saint Louis University before beginning her career in Clarksburg, West Virginia.

Who is Kristin Emery? ›

Kristin Emery (@KristinEmery) / X. Meteorologist KDKA-TV Pittsburgh. Freelance writer/columnist, sports fan, world traveler, skier, diver, golfer.

What happened to Kasey Reigner? ›

Reigner announced earlier this week via social media that she has chosen not to renew her contract with Channel 4. She first arrived in Pittsburgh a little more than two years ago and will end her time as a WTAE meteorologist on Nov. 30.

Who is Brianna Ruffalo weather person? ›

Brianna Ruffalo is a weather caster and reporter for ABC7 in Los Angeles. Brianna joined ABC7 after working at sister station ABC30 in Fresno since March 2017. Prior to that, she was an Associate Producer at KTLA.

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