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How to stay safe from the biggest danger at the beach
The greatest danger lurking in the waves at the beach this summer isn't a shark — it's a rip current.
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The greatest danger lurking in the waves at the beach this summer isn't a shark — it's a rip current.
Officials in Glacier National Park say a 26-year-old Pennsylvania woman drowned after being swept over a 35-foot waterfall on the east side of the park.
Two parents from Chester County drowned after being caught in a rip current at Stuart Beach in Martin County, Florida, Thursday afternoon, according to Martin County Sheriff's Office.
Family members of Zaire Ellis are still in mourning after the body of the 21-year-old was pulled from the Connoquenessing Creek on Friday afternoon after a multi-day search.
An 11-year-old girl drowned trying to save her younger sister from a swimming pool at a hotel in Wheelersburg, Ohio.
The father and son were reportedly in the private "hot side" of Virginia's Lake Anna that's known for its nuclear generating station.
A child has died after a near-drowning Tuesday morning.
A four-year-old boy is dead after drowning over the weekend.
The Washington County Coroner's Office confirms Liam Vanderlee was found unresponsive in an outdoor swimming pool in Washington Township.
A 6-year-old boy is dead after he drowned in Burgettstown.
A 6-year-old boy is dead after he drowned in Burgettstown.
A community is in mourning after a teen drowned in the Monongahela River in Glassport.
A community is in mourning after a teen drowned in the Monongahela River in Glassport. On Sunday night, his family came together for a vigil, as they question how this happened to a 17-year-old who they say couldn't swim. KDKA's Lauren Linder reports.
Tom Brady was among several of Mallett's former Patriots teammates who reacted to the news on social media.
A Penn Hills family is in mourning after a man drowned at Creek Falls on Jacob's Creek in Westmoreland County this weekend.
Emergency dispatchers told KDKA rescue teams were called just before 6 p.m. Saturday to Creek Falls Road in South Huntington. State police on Sunday recovered the victim's body, Deonte Johns, 23, of Penn Hills. KDKA's Lauren Linder reports.
State police on Sunday told KDKA they had recovered the victim's body, Deonte Johns, 23, of Penn Hills.
One person drowned at Creek Falls in Westmoreland County Saturday evening.
A 10-year-old boy died after he fell into a river in Cambria County.
While 85-percent of American adults claim they can swim, over half of those adults can't perform basic water skills.
A toddler has died after being found in a private pond over the weekend in Bethel Park.
A toddler has died after being found in a private pond over the weekend in Bethel Park.
Rania Harris is treating us to a fresh salad recipe perfect for an outdoor summer meal!
In-state, undergraduate students will not see an increase in tuition for the seventh straight year.
The U.S. Secret Service is facing mounting questions about the security flaws that allowed the shooter to fire from a rooftop near the rally.
It wasn't just Pirates rookie Paul Skenes tossing heat at the 94th Midsummer Classic.
On today's show: The Berg Pizza, Rania's Catering, Pittsburgh Grass Volleyball, and more!
In-state, undergraduate students will not see an increase in tuition for the seventh straight year.
The FBI is investigating whether the shooter was a politically motivated homegrown domestic violent extremist, and investigators are combing through his background.
It wasn't just Pirates rookie Paul Skenes tossing heat at the 94th Midsummer Classic.
The board of directors is expected to discuss changes to its competitive balance rule.
The district attorney's office said their computer serves are shut down and have limited access to email.
The U.S. Secret Service is facing mounting questions about the security flaws that allowed the shooter to fire from a rooftop near the rally.
President Biden is considering proposals to reform the Supreme Court, CBS News has learned.
While some delegates had other preferences, they all agreed that Trump's choice of JD Vance will help the ticket in this region.
The sniper radioed to a command post, according to a local law enforcement officer.
The Biden administration wants a new law that would cap annual rent increases at no more than 5% — or landlords would lose a major tax break.
A Pittsburgh doctor explains the dangers of expired car seats.
Want to check the latest product recalls, click here!
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.
Sheetz will now deliver beer to Pennsylvanians, the Altoona-based convenience store chain announced on Tuesday.
David Highfield and Heather Abraham talk about all the latest goings on and preview what's to come on today's show.
We're previewing some of the food you'll be able to sample at Picklesburgh!
Daisy told us all about an online giving event that supports nonprofits in our community. She took us inside one of the places that is able to give back, because you gave first!
Heather and David played another game of What's It Worth with Dr. Lori!
Matt Byrne and Stephanie Eisel, from the Hard Rock Cafe, stopped by the PTL kitchen to showcase some of their World Burger Tour!
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.
A new voicemail scam is hoping to trick you into giving away your personal information.
In the aftermath of the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump, medics, doctors, and nurses jumped into action to treat the wounded.
A Baldwin resident has been hospitalized with Allegheny County's first human case of West Nile virus this year.
Rite Aid, which has already closed hundreds of stores, is shutting more locations in Michigan and Ohio.
Whooping cough is making a post-pandemic comeback in Allegheny County and around Pennsylvania.
Tahjana Lewis suffered burns to her chest, arms and legs, according to a recent lawsuit the Connecticut woman filed.
It wasn't just Pirates rookie Paul Skenes tossing heat at the 94th Midsummer Classic.
The board of directors is expected to discuss changes to its competitive balance rule.
Bruce Bochy of the host Rangers became the first manager to win World Series titles and All-Star Games in both leagues.
Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes had a strong showing in his MLB All-Star Game debut.
Joe "Jellybean" Bryant, a former Philadelphia 76ers and La Salle University basketball great and the father of the late, NBA legend Kobe Bryant, has died. He was 69.
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.
The health department issued a consumer alert for Coraopolis Cash Market,
"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.
Richard Simmons devoted his life to making people sweat with his "Sweatin' to the Oldies" workout videos.
David Highfield and Heather Abraham talk about all the latest goings on and preview what's to come on today's show.
The PIAA Board of Directors will meet on Wednesday to discuss possible changes to its competitive balance rule.
KDKA-TV's Rich Walsh and 93.7 The Fan's Andrew Fillipponi discuss the sports topics of the day.
The district attorney's office currently has limited communication due to a cyberattack.
Stay on top of local weather with meteorologist Mary Ours’s forecast!
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.
Pro-Palestinian protesters set up a new encampment at the University of Pittsburgh.