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Local Firefighters Share 9/11 Experience With High School Students
History classes in local high schools have varying degrees of interest, but one particular history class in McKeesport may have more impact than any textbook.
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History classes in local high schools have varying degrees of interest, but one particular history class in McKeesport may have more impact than any textbook.
More than 30 minutes of recordings from the morning of 9/11 have just been released.
When the Midfield Terminal of Pittsburgh International Airport opened in October of 1992 it was the dawning of a new age of aviation for the region.
When the passengers of United Airlines Flight 93 made the decision to try and retake the plane, the people on the ground in Stonycreek Township, Somerset County had no idea how their lives were about to change - forever.
Bikers from California to Florida have made their way to the site of the Flight 93 Memorial.
In the weeks and months following 9/11, New York building owners turned to a firm in Monroeville to analyze the dust that coated their facades and walls. What they found was a cocktail of environmental toxins.
On that crystal clear morning nearly 10 years ago, all of us learned some hard lessons. Those lessons of Sept. 11th, 2001 are now critical teaching moments in our schools and most of the kids studying them have grown up in a world with a "new normal."
With a horrific explosion and an earth-shaking rumble, the future of Shanksville and Stoney Creek Township was sealed. "We're a part of history now," says Rick King who owns Ida's Store and is a member of the volunteer fire department.
On Sept.11, 2001, Lillie Leonardi, arriving in a mobile command truck, knew that the field near Shanskville, Somerset County was as bad as bad could be. She could see it reflected in the eyes of firefighters.
With just one week until the 10th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks, some dramatic new video taken just after the crash of Flight 93 in Shanksville, Somerset County, has surfaced.
Nine spiritual leaders from many walks of life and faith in New York share stories of hope about 9/11.
CBS will provide a broad look back and forward with special programming during the weekend marking the historic 10th anniversary of the terror attacks of Sept. 11, 2001.
The Story Corps project gives strangers a place to share and connect through quick audio clips recorded in booths around New York and San Francisco, as well as those submitted online.
A new iPhone app aims to restore the missing Twin Towers to a virtual view of New York's skyline.
Following the events of 9/11, one New Yorker sought to offer friendship and support to a key group in her neighborhood: the local mosque.
Renown author on spirituality and culture Rabbi Shmuley Boteach shared his reflections on how America has changed in the course of the decade since the events of 9/11.
The co-founder and spiritual director for New York's One Spirit Learning Alliance praises forgiveness does not mean condoning harm, but freeing oneself from past pain.
A former president for the Leadership Conference of Women Religious shares her experiences and concerns about the future of forgiveness after 9/11.
The president of the Integral Yoga Institute sees a oneness within all despite the difference the horror of 9/11 tried to emphasize.
Father Joseph Costantino reflects on 9/11, and our need to reflect and infuse our lives with hope, ten years later.
Reducing people to "the other" will hinder Americans' appreciation for diversity.
A Sufi mystic in New York reflect on what 9/11 means for America and Islam.
A Village Zendo student and member of the Buddhist Council of New York shares her post-9/11 views.
A flag shop in Castle Shannon is raising funds for the Flight 93 memorial in Somerset County. Cliff Ruderer, owner of The Flag Factory, designed a pair of flags to commemorate 9/11.
The Par 4 1st hole gives you a chance to start your round off on a strong point.
Nick Gonzales hit a go-ahead RBI single in the eighth inning after Mitch Keller allowed one run in the first seven, and the Pittsburgh Pirates won for the seventh time in eight games, 2-1 over the St. Louis Cardinals.
The hole can play as long as 634 yards and its layout has a number of different facets that make it unique.
Vice President Kamala Harris continues to receive a wide range of support in the day since President Biden dropped out of the 2024 race.
Patients at a local hospital can choose not to be given opioids before, during and after surgeries.
The Par 4 1st hole gives you a chance to start your round off on a strong point.
Nick Gonzales hit a go-ahead RBI single in the eighth inning after Mitch Keller allowed one run in the first seven, and the Pittsburgh Pirates won for the seventh time in eight games, 2-1 over the St. Louis Cardinals.
The hole can play as long as 634 yards and its layout has a number of different facets that make it unique.
Vice President Kamala Harris continues to receive a wide range of support in the day since President Biden dropped out of the 2024 race.
Patients at a local hospital can choose not to be given opioids before, during and after surgeries.
Vice President Kamala Harris continues to receive a wide range of support in the day since President Biden dropped out of the 2024 race.
A Pennsylvania lawmaker has introduced a resolution honoring Corey Comperatore.
With President Biden dropping out of the race, there's growing speculation that Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro could be a potential running mate for Vice President Kamala Harris.
Pennsylvania's governor was in Pittsburgh on Monday to talk about big investments coming to Pennsylvania to strengthen manufacturing and reduce pollution.
Governor Josh Shapiro once again threw his support behind Vice President Kamala Harris but stopped short of answering any questions about joining her ticket.
A restaurant in Downtown Pittsburgh was ordered to close for the second time this year.
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A Pittsburgh doctor explains the dangers of expired car seats.
The health department issued a consumer alert for Coraopolis Cash Market,
Fans looking for tickets to the game will need to buy season tickets, a mini-plan, or group tickets.
PTL's Ron Smiley tells us what he did during his summer vacation last week.
Bubba from 100.7 STAR joined us for a new edition of Pop Talk Live!
Congratulations to the winners of the Journey and Def Leppard ticket giveaway!
Katie spent time at PNC Park this morning to get a scoop on the Pirates' big weekend. While Yinzerpalooza was a party on the field, it was also a chance to celebrate some special Bucs fans who are swinging for the fence every day.
Esquina Cantina, in Lawrenceville, is hosting a quinceanera! They stopped by the PTL kitchen to tell us about the big event!
Gov. Josh Shapiro signed legislation aimed at saving pharmacies from going out of business.
The Pittsburgh Bureau of Police is initiating new patrols Downtown focused on smoke shops and the street activity around them.
Columbia Gas wants to abandon service to the Burhan-Crouse Funeral Home.
Leaders in Pittsburgh have taken the first step toward preventing the random Downtown attacks the city has seen on innocent people.
Pittsburgh's public safety director said the system fails to address the underlying problems of homelessness, addiction and mental illness.
Patients at a local hospital can choose not to be given opioids before, during and after surgeries.
Dr. Paul Leong, the owner of Sistine Plastic Surgery, joined us to share advice on what daily routines will make a difference for mature skin and how to properly use some common products like retinol.
Health challenges like cancer and heart attacks have knocked down Ronald Davis, but he continues to not just get back up, but keep moving.
Nearly 7,000 pounds of hot dogs were produced and distributed without being inspected, federal government says.
In the aftermath of the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump, medics, doctors, and nurses jumped into action to treat the wounded.
The Par 4 1st hole gives you a chance to start your round off on a strong point.
Nick Gonzales hit a go-ahead RBI single in the eighth inning after Mitch Keller allowed one run in the first seven, and the Pittsburgh Pirates won for the seventh time in eight games, 2-1 over the St. Louis Cardinals.
The hole can play as long as 634 yards and its layout has a number of different facets that make it unique.
LeBron James will be the third basketball player – and the first men's player – to carry the U.S. flag at the start of the 2024 Paris Olympic Games.
Rookie Tyler Phillips gave up four hits in six innings, and the Philadelphia Phillies avoided a three-game sweep with a 6-0 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates.
NASA is canceling a water-seeking moon rover because of cost overruns and launch delays.
A lifelong Pittsburgher has been named the new general manager of Kennywood.
The multi-year partnership begins this season.
KDKA-TV talked exclusively with Takahiro Mori, vice chairman of Nippon Steel and the head of its global operations, about the proposed deal.
The popular Pittsburgh spot was praised for its pepperoni size and its unique crust.
Bob Newhart, who starred in the long-running sitcoms "The Bob Newhart Show" and "Newhart," has died at age 94.
"Big Brother" announced Tuesday the 16 new Houseguests who will move into the "Big Brother" house and, for the first time ever, have the power to vote in a 17th houseguest.
"Dance Moms" star Christi Lukasiak is facing DUI charges after a crash in Westmoreland County last month.
After many people criticized Andress' rendition of the National Anthem online, comparing her with Fergie, the singer says she's going to rehab.
Shannen Doherty had been battling cancer since 2015.
The hole offers multiple risk-reward opportunities.
KDKA-TV's Rich Walsh and 93.7 The Fan's Andrew Fillipponi discuss the sports topics of the day.
Get the latest weather updates with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast.
Shocking new allegations in the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump.
Patients at a local hospital can choose to not be given opioids before, during and after surgeries.
KDKA-TV had a busy day on Friday at Picklesburgh in Downtown Pittsburgh.
Cranberry Township police asked all residents to shelter in place and lock their doors while they searched for a "suspicious person."
People in the Pittsburgh area are cleaning up after storms rolled through on Wednesday.
To celebrate a company-wide Community Day, KDKA held a food donation drive for the people who need the most help in our area. The Talk Pittsburgh team loaded the donations up and took them over to Jubilee Kitchen. Here's a look!
Residents in Western Pennsylvania are cleaning up after storms rolled through the region on Monday.