Fewer than 400 households reject $600 million Ohio train derailment settlement
Lawyers argue the agreement should be approved later this month.
Watch CBS News
Lawyers argue the agreement should be approved later this month.
The CSX worker who discovered his friend run over by a pair of remote-control locomotives in a rail yard last year sees a simple solution to preventing similar deaths in the future: two-person crews.
The amount residents can receive varies by how close they lived to the derailment site near the Ohio-Pennsylvania border.
The creeks around East Palestine, Ohio, were so badly contaminated by last year's disastrous Norfolk Southern derailment that some workers became sick during the cleanup.
Senators Bob Casey, John Fetterman, and Rep. Chris Deluzio sent a letter to the company this week.
The money is being given out as part of a $600 million class-action settlement.
The EPA's Inspector General is investigating why the agency didn't get its specialized plane loaded with advanced sensors into the air over East Palestine until four days after the disastrous Norfolk Southern derailment last year.
The National Transportation Safety Board's daylong hearing on what caused the disastrous East Palestine train derailment near the Ohio-Pennsylvania border last year gave the community, railroads, and policymakers plenty to think about.
The NTSB confirmed that a trackside detector failed to detect accurate elevated temperatures in a railcar bearing that was on fire 20 miles away from where it derailed.
The federal government agreed to a modest $15 million fine for Norfolk Southern over the East Palestine train derailment.
The Pennsylvania Department of Health is checking on Pennsylvanians who live and work near the location of the Ohio train derailment.
Norfolk Southern has reached an agreement to settle a class action lawsuit over the hazardous train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio.
Norfolk Southern has reached an agreement to settle a class action lawsuit over the hazardous train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio.
A federal judge has ruled that Norfolk Southern alone will be responsible for paying for the cleanup.
NTSB Chair Jennifer Homendy's comments rocked the community again.
On Wednesday, NTSB Chair Jennifer Homendy's comments rocked the community again.
The vinyl chloride released that day have left residents with lingering fears about possible long-term health consequences.
People who live in East Palestine continue to deal with anxiety, health concerns and questions.
Pennsylvania says it has found no evidence that the toxic train derailment near the border contaminated the state's water or soil.
President Biden visited the Ohio village Friday to discuss how the administration is holding the rail operator accountable a year after the derailment.
On Friday, President Joe Biden is expected to make his first official visit to East Palestine more than a year after the train derailment.
President Joe Biden will travel to East Palestine, Ohio, about a year after a Norfolk Southern train derailed there and spilled a cocktail of hazardous chemicals.
President Joe Biden will travel to East Palestine, Ohio, about a year after a Norfolk Southern train derailed there and spilled a cocktail of hazardous chemicals.
Federal investigators say they will determine the cause of last year's fiery Norfolk Southern derailment in eastern Ohio at a hearing in East Palestine this June 25.
Police said the man struck a dog on a walking trail, killing the dog, during the chase.
The 8-2 Steelers are taking on the 2-8 Browns in an AFC North rivalry game.
Battallion Chief John Walsh served as a firefighter for nearly 40 years.
Boswell made six field goals on Sunday during the Steelers-18-16 win over the Ravens.
Allegheny County Council has indicated that it will not pass the budget as proposed.
An eatery in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is among the 100 best in America for 2024, according to OpenTable.
The 8-2 Steelers are taking on the 2-8 Browns in an AFC North rivalry game.
Battallion Chief John Walsh served as a firefighter for nearly 40 years.
Boswell made six field goals on Sunday during the Steelers-18-16 win over the Ravens.
Allegheny County Council has indicated that it will not pass the budget as proposed.
An eatery in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is among the 100 best in America for 2024, according to OpenTable.
Sen. John Fetterman of Pennsylvania spoke on the pick on social media.
Pennsylvania will publish the results of the recount on Nov. 27, the day before Thanksgiving.
The recount is likely to confirm that thousands of voters voted for president but not for senator in Allegheny County.
President-elect Donald Trump announced Tuesday that he has selected Dr. Mehmet Oz — a celebrity heart surgeon who hosted a daytime television show — to lead the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
The recount is likely to confirm that thousands of voters voted for president but not for senator in Allegheny County.
Gas prices in Pittsburgh are starting to fall as our travel picks up around Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Want to check the latest product recalls, click here!
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.
In today's Something Good, we learned about a very cool way Wilbanks Consulting is giving back to the KDKA-TV Turkey Fund!
Katie was in the kitchen with Rania today whipping up a delicious cherry almond butter tart!
We took a trip to Tenth Street Elementary School in the Riverview School District where big hearts and little hands came together to break records and raise money for the KDKA-TV Turkey Fund!
Daisy Jade was live at Macy's South Hills Village with a sneak peek at the season's hottest gifts for everyone on your list! This segment was sponsored by Macy's.
The New York Cheesecake Company designed two cheesecakes after Heather and David's personalities and 100% of the profit goes to 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.
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 Kane Community Living Center in McKeesport is dealing with a COVID-19 outbreak.
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission issues urgent safety alert after ninth recall of adult bed rails in three years.
The 8-2 Steelers are taking on the 2-8 Browns in an AFC North rivalry game.
Boswell made six field goals on Sunday during the Steelers-18-16 win over the Ravens.
Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes finished third in the National League Cy Young Award voting on Wednesday.
Ward and Harrison were named as two of the 25 modern-era players who could be enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame class of 2025.
Brayden Point scored at 3:58 of overtime and the Tampa Bay Lightning rallied to beat the Pittsburgh Penguins 3-2 on Tuesday night.
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.
The $600 million project would redevelop fifteen acres of old industrial land along the Ohio River.
The 74-year-old comedian was badly injured.
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.
Innamorato spoke Wednesday, saying that her plan would put desperately needed money in the hands of first responders.
KDKA-TV's Bob Pompeani and 93.7 The Fan's Chris Mueller discuss the sports topics of the day.
Tens of thousands of people were without power after strong storms blew through the Pittsburgh area on Wednesday evening.
Get the latest weather updates with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast.
People who are taking to the skies the week of Thanksgiving will not be thankful for extremely busy airports.
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.
Halloween 2024 was a smashing success for both Pittsburgh Today Live and Talk Pittsburgh. Team PTL celebrated with a classic monster theme while Talk Pittsburgh got in the ring with some real wrestlers. Here's a look at some of the fun!
