Starliner astronauts return to Earth after 286 days in space
Starliner astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams joined Crew 9 commander Nick Hague and cosmonaut Alexander Gorbunov for their long-awaited return to Earth.
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Starliner astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams joined Crew 9 commander Nick Hague and cosmonaut Alexander Gorbunov for their long-awaited return to Earth.
2024 YR4 now has roughly a 0.004% chance of hitting Earth in about eight years, NASA said.
Astronomers will use the Webb telescope to closely monitor the size and trajectory of an asteroid that has a slim chance of hitting Earth in 2032.
The Wolf Moon will appear full for three days, starting Sunday evening and into Wednesday morning.
NASA's Parker Solar Probe hurtled through the sizzling solar atmosphere and passed within a record-breaking 3.8 million miles of the sun's surface.
Scientists now have a clearer picture of Camp Century, an abandoned U.S. military base long hidden under the ice in Greenland, thanks to a NASA research team's good luck.
The ambitious mission won't actually look for life on Jupiter's moon Europa, but it should find out if the presumed ocean provides a habitable environment.
This week's full moon is called the Hunter's Moon. It's also a supermoon, which is expected to be the brightest one of the year so far.
Images from space show the progress of Hurricane Milton towards the western coast of Florida.
Crew Dragon's two astronauts will join two Starliner fliers for a five-month tour of duty aboard the International Space Station.
Splashdown northwest of Key West, Florida, closed out a mission highlighted by the first non-government civilian spacewalk.
The first-ever commercial spacewalk happened on Thursday and here on Earth, a Pittsburgh astronaut inspired the next generation.
Dr. Jimyse Brown and Mike Hennessy, from the Moonshot Museum, joined us to talk more about a pair of NASA astronauts who will be staying solar until the new year.
The Starliner's two-person crew now will stay in space until next February and return to Earth aboard a SpaceX Crew Dragon.
August's full moon, a rare blue moon and supermoon, is lighting up the night sky this week. Here's what time it peaks and where you should look.
The full moon, also known as the Thunder Moon, will last three days, peaking on Sunday morning.
NASA is canceling a water-seeking moon rover because of cost overruns and launch delays.
A meteor soared over the Statue of Liberty in NYC and New Jersey, prompting reports of a loud boom and shaking buildings.
A metal support used to mount old batteries on a cargo pallet for disposal tore through the house in Naples, Florida on March 8.
William Anders, who snapped one of the most iconic images of the space age, was killed when his small plane went down off the coast of Washington state.
Ed Dwight trained to become the first African American astronaut but was never asked to join NASA. He finally flew into space on Sunday.
How often do total solar eclipses, like the one on April 8, occur? It was the first in the U.S. since 2017, and the nation won't get another until 2044.
The moon will shroud parts of North America in darkness when the total solar eclipse happens today, April 8. Here's what causes the phenomenon and why.
The four Crew 8 fliers will make another attempt to get off the ground Sunday.
Intuitive Machines says despite its off-kilter touchdown, the Odysseus moon lander can still accomplish most of its objectives.
Lots of fun things to do with your kids on this first official weekend of spring!
A new officer will be walking the beat with the Bethel Park Police Department on Saturday.
There will be multiple events in Pittsburgh this weekend to enjoy with friends and family.
It'll be sunny to start the day with partly cloudy skies expected to begin moving in after 3:00 this afternoon
Prosecutors say they intend to introduce what appears to be a selfie Bryan Kohberger took on his phone just hours after the killings.
A new officer will be walking the beat with the Bethel Park Police Department on Saturday.
Reports say 27-year-old Hunter Myers was flown to a Pittsburgh hospital following a crash during a race on Wednesday.
PRT has proposed a 35% service cut that will take effect in February of 2026.
The annual KDKA Fish Fry Guide is back for Lent! Check our listings for a 2025 fish fry near you in Pittsburgh.
There will be multiple events in Pittsburgh this weekend to enjoy with friends and family.
Beginning March 31, those who cannot verify their identity over the agency's online service will be required to visit an agency field office in person.
President Trump has taken aim at the Department of Education, but shutting down the department entirely would require an act of Congress.
Both candidates are touting the support from labor, but the unions themselves are divided between the two.
Voters in Pennsylvania's 35th district will fill a vacancy next week and decide which party will hold the speakership.
The federal government employs thousands in the Pittsburgh region and funds research to the tune of billions of dollars.
A vicious ransomware called Medusa is picking up speed and a local cybersecurity expert has ways you can keep your data safe.
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.
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.
Fake Facebook pages have been popping up claiming to be the iconic iceball cart, but the owner says they're all scams.
Most people have traded in their car for a new one and the warranty talks begin, but did you know you can get a refund for your trade-in's warranty?
That's a wrap for this week on PTL!
A travel showed us how to make flying with kids a breeze with must-have items that take the stress out of the journey.
After a long winter nap, your plants are ready to stretch their leaves and grow, but they may need a little help. Our resident "green thumb" Boaz, was here to show us how to get our garden warm weather ready.
Daniel Hill is back to show us how to get moving again with some simple stretches that can change your day.
Our friend Carleen King, from Carmi Soul Food, was here to show us how to give a classic soul food dish a refresh without losing an ounce of flavor.
Not everyone getting checks from Pennsylvania's rental rebate program is seeing the money, KDKA Investigates uncovered.
A Caliber Collision auto body shop is being built in Murrysville, but for one couple, it's right in their backyard.
An entire section of a home in Pittsburgh's Knoxville neighborhood has folded, bricks collapsing into the yard next door.
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.
There's an unsightly mess collecting along a road in North Fayette — so much that it looks more like a landfill.
After recent teen suicides in the Pittsburgh area, here are signs that friends and family can look for to step in and prevent a tragedy.
Nestlé USA cites consumer complaints, including "one potential choking incident" for recalling products sold nationwide.
When it comes to the world of wellness, it's easy to get quick answers from health coaches and influencers. Dr. Natalie Gentile joined us to set the record straight on false fads you see online.
The Rush to Crush Cancer bike ride is here and Daisy got an expert lesson from Ron Smiley on how to ride a bike because she's never learned!
About one in five newborns in the U.S. start out on infant formula, making it a crucial source of nutrition.
Mac Stout and Luke Stout made history Thursday night when two brothers faced off at NCAA D1 wrestling championships for the first time ever.
The buyer of the rare card hasn't been identified.
For many, March 20, the beginning of the NCAA Tournament, is essentially Christmas morning.
Pittsburgh Pirates right-hander Jared Jones is missing his next spring training start because of elbow discomfort.
As the 2026 NFL Draft nears, more details are coming out about just how Pittsburgh could be utilized in the event.
PRT has proposed a 35% service cut that will take effect in February of 2026.
As the 2026 NFL Draft nears, more details are coming out about just how Pittsburgh could be utilized in the event.
A new energy facility is coming to Beaver County.
Sheetz is looking to fill several positions across its Pennsylvania locations.
Kennywood, Idlewild, and Sandcastle are getting a new ownership and some Pittsburgh hope it will mean better days for the parks.
Madrid-based Parques Reunidos has agreed to sell the parks to Herschend.
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.
Construction is underway for the new music venue in Pittsburgh's Lower Hill after officials broke ground on Thursday.
Pittsburgh will be Billy Joel's first show back on the road after the singer postponed four months' worth of stops for "a medical condition."
Pittsburgh Pirates ace Paul Skenes is trying to take his burgeoning fame in stride.
Get the latest weather updates with First Alert Meteorologist Trey Fulbright's forecast!
It’s an exciting time on campus for Colonials fans and RMU students. Some are even traveling to Cleveland for Friday afternoon’s game. KDKA-TV's Chilekasi Adele reports.
Spring is in the air and Pittsburgh has some events this weekend celebrating the season, including a spring flower show, spring craft show and more.
That's a wrap for this week on PTL!
A travel showed us how to make flying with kids a breeze with must-have items that take the stress out of the journey.
The crash happened early Friday morning along Park Way.
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!
A school bus slammed into a tree in Butler County on Thursday morning, sending the driver and two students to the hospital.
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.
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.
