Black History Month: George Benson
Multi-Grammy Award winning George Benson grew up right here in Pittsburgh.
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Multi-Grammy Award winning George Benson grew up right here in Pittsburgh.
A place that many considered to be "less than" ended up producing many amazing, successful people who've contributed much to the Pittsburgh community.
Pittsburgh's own Billy Strayhorn was a talented musician, composer, lyricist, and arranger.
August Wilson once said "The exact day I became a poet was April 1, 1965. That day I bought my first typewriter."
PTL's Celina Pompeani-Mathison is at the Heinz History Center with CEO Andy Masich who is telling us more about Pittsburgh's role in the Underground Railroad.
Charles 'Teenie' Harris was known as 'One Shot' because he usually only needed one take of any of his iconic subjects.
Doris Hilliard first began working in the Pittsburgh mayor's office in the early 1960s when she was just 17 years old.
Known as the 'First Lady of the Jazz Keyboard,' Mary Lou Williams grew up in Pittsburgh's East Liberty neighborhood.
Names like Josh Gibson, 'Cool Papa' Bell, and Satchel Paige were prominent in Pittsburgh during the 1930's.
A local Black-owned financial institution has outlasted many others and continues to benefit the community after more than half a century.
Not only was Harriet Tubman an Underground Railroad conductor, she was a war hero.
Not only was Harriet Tubman an Underground Railroad conductor, she was a war hero.
Ida B. Wells-Barnett was a co-founder of the NAACP and a fearless journalist who wrote articles about the horrors of lynching of Black Americans.
Franco Harris was an NFL Hall of Fame running back for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Merecedes Williams has spent her entire life giving back to the community and finding little ways to lift spirits.
PTL's Celina Pompeani-Mathison visits the City-County Building downtown where a new display in the lobby is honoring the life and works of Pittsburgh playwright August Wilson for Black History Month.
Gus Greenlee was known for many things, but he was best known for being the owner of the Hill District's Crawford Grill, the Pittsburgh Crawfords Negro League baseball team and Greenlee Field -- the first African American owned stadium in the league.
Gus Greenlee was known for many things, but he was best known for being the owner of the Hill District's Crawford Grill, the Pittsburgh Crawfords Negro League baseball team and Greenlee Field -- the first African American owned stadium in the league.
A look at the new August Wilson exhibit at the City-County Building.
An abolitionist, newspaper editor, doctor, and military officer, Martin Delaney was one of the nation's most influential African American leaders in the 19th century.
An abolitionist, newspaper editor, doctor, and military officer, Martin Delaney was one of the nation's most influential African American leaders in the 19th century.
Out of racial inequality came life-saving innovation with the birth of Freedom House Ambulance Service, the nation's first emergency medical transport service.
Out of racial inequality came life-saving innovation with the birth of Freedom House Ambulance Service, the nation's first emergency medical transport service.
PTL's Mikey Hood visits the Carnegie Museum of Art to get a look inside the exhibit featuring the life and work of legendary Pittsburgh photographer Teenie Harris.
Freedom House Ambulance Service was the country's first community-based EMS with trained medics.
The day begins with snow but ultimately turns to rain in the afternoon.
A viewing will be held in Scott Township on Sunday with a funeral mass on Monday at St. Paul Cathedral.
The shooting happened just after 2 a.m. on Friday at Club Pittsburgh located along Penn Avenue.
No one was injured when an explosion destroyed two apartments at the Century Townhomes in Clairton on Thursday night.
The Steelers have lost all six Thursday night divisional road games with Tomlin as coach.
The Pittsburgh area's first flakes of the season have already arrived, but the impactful snow will take over late Thursday night and Friday morning.
Incumbent Sen. Bob Casey on Thursday conceded in the U.S. Senate race in Pennsylvania to Dave McCormick.
The day begins with snow but ultimately turns to rain in the afternoon.
A viewing will be held in Scott Township on Sunday with a funeral mass on Monday at St. Paul Cathedral.
The shooting happened just after 2 a.m. on Friday at Club Pittsburgh located along Penn Avenue.
Incumbent Sen. Bob Casey on Thursday conceded in the U.S. Senate race in Pennsylvania to Dave McCormick.
Bob Casey says he called Dave McCormick to congratulate him for winning the Pennsylvania U.S. Senate race as a recount is underway.
A former Westmoreland County employee was charged with theft after detectives said he ordered unauthorized pay increases.
President-elect Donald Trump announced Gaetz as his nominee to be attorney general last week.
Sen. John Fetterman of Pennsylvania spoke on the pick on social media.
Gas prices in Pittsburgh are starting to fall as our travel picks up around Thanksgiving and Christmas.
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The first Von Maur department store in Pennsylvania has opened at South Hills Village.
Spirit Airlines announced that it has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection and will attempt to reboot itself.
A pizzeria in Pittsburgh's Oakland neighborhood was hit with a consumer alert.
Pittsburgh Today Live is cooking up something special for the holiday season!
Pittsburgh Magazine's Sean Collier joined us for another exciting edition of the PTL Weekend Guide!
Senior food writer and dining critic for the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, Hal B. Klein, joined us with a guide to a culinary adventure right here in Pittsburgh.
We love getting nebby and checking out cool houses around town. We got to see Wiz Khalifa's house, which is now on the market in Washington County!
Daisy joined us from Barrett Elementary this morning to check out their creativity when it comes to supporting the KDKA-TV Turkey Fund.
Budget time at City Hall has Pittsburgh City Council scrutinizing Mayor Ed Gainey's proposed spending.
Amid staffing shortages in Pittsburgh EMS, a city program seeks to recruit and train from within the community.
The Ambridge Area School District recently purchased a security system touted for its ability to detect guns and knives.
As tales of scammers swiping tickets from Ticketmaster accounts grow, there are simple yet effective ways to protect your tickets.
With gambling addiction on the rise, thousands of Pennsylvanians have opted to ban themselves from casinos and online sportsbooks.
Two Pittsburgh men are among the first to use a new device to regain movement following a stroke.
Thawing a turkey one week out from Thanksgiving may seem excessive, but it's necessary.
It is vital to find time for your physical well-being, even if it's just for a little bit. That's what we discussed today for our Wellness Wednesday conversation with Dr. Natalie Gentile.
Lattes and other espresso-based drinks may not be available at some McDonald's restaurants due to a glitch with coffee machines.
Pittsburgh EMS workers say they are understaffed and overstretched, racing from one call to the next.
The Steelers have lost all six Thursday night divisional road games with Tomlin as coach.
The Pittsburgh Steelers lost 24-19 to the Cleveland Browns.
The Browns rallied late in the fourth quarter to beat the Steelers 24-19 on Thursday at a snowy Huntington Bank Field in Ohio.
Snow blanketed the field on Thursday during the Pittsburgh Steelers game against the Cleveland Browns.
The hunt is still on for the one-of-a-kind Topps Paul Skenes Rookie Debut Patch Autograph card.
The hunt is still on for the one-of-a-kind Topps Paul Skenes Rookie Debut Patch Autograph card.
Pittsburgh remains at the forefront of the robotics industry.
Spirit Airlines announced that it has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection and will attempt to reboot itself.
Giant Eagle has opened a new grocery store in Pittsburgh's Westwood neighborhood.
The latest economic data shows consumer prices rose slightly in October, which is impacting people's holiday budgets.
Jay Leno was badly injured in Greensburg when the 74-year-old comedian fell down a hill.
Post Malone, Jelly Roll, and Sierra Ferrell are hitting the road for 25 shows across the United States and Canada.
The leader of a New York City church where pop star Sabrina Carpenter filmed scenes for a music video has been stripped of his duties.
The first 10 names entering the Pittsburgh Walk of Fame could be announced as soon as next fall.
The much-hyped fight pitting the 58-year-old Tyson against Paul, 27, shattered records but was marred by tech glitches.
Stay on top of local weather with meteorologist Trey Fulbright’s forecast!
KDKA's Chilekasi Adele reports live from Donegal Township.
One person was shot inside Club Pittsburgh in the Strip District.
Two apartments were destroyed in a late-night explosion.
People who trap neuter and release community cats in city neighborhoods are scratching their heads because they're unhappy with some of the changes.
The Pittsburgh Steelers lost 24-19 to the Cleveland Browns.
The Steelers beat the Ravens 18-16 at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh.
Firefighters battled a massive fire at Riley's Pour House, a popular Irish pub in Carnegie, on Thursday.
Kamala Harris and Donald Trump held rallies in Pittsburgh on the eve of Election Day.
No. 4 Ohio State went to State College and came away with a win.
