Pittsburgh's annual First Night celebration returns to ring in 2025
Highlights for the 31st annual Highmark First Night celebration include a performance by Frzy. the Future of Pittsburgh Ball, and of course fireworks.
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Highlights for the 31st annual Highmark First Night celebration include a performance by Frzy. the Future of Pittsburgh Ball, and of course fireworks.
The Lullaby Project helps local women build confidence while connecting with their children.
"We have to make sure our downtown is spruced up and ready to welcome all these visitors."
Is Pittsburgh ready for the big events happening in the next few years, like the NFL Draft and the U.S. Open? Pittsburgh Cultural Trust has a vision for much of downtown to be re-imagined. KDKA-TV's Barry Pintar shares more.
Hosts David Highfield and Ron Smiley are talking with Pittsburgh native and movie star Jeff Goldblum about his upcoming concert in the Cultural District and his starring role in one of the year's most anticipated movies, "Wicked."
The lineup for the 2024-25 Broadway in Pittsburgh season was revealed on Monday.
The national tour of the classic musical "My Fair Lady" is in town for performances at the Benedum Center. Two of the actors stopped by to talk about the show and teach host David Highfield how to waltz.
Comedian Pete Davidson, best known for his tenure on "Saturday Night Live," is bringing his comedy tour to Pittsburgh to ring in the new year.
PTL's Heather Abraham and Ron Smiley are getting a preview of "Mrs. Doubtfire: A Musical Comedy" from two of the stars of the show, coming to the Pittsburgh Cultural District.
"The Wiz" is headed back to Broadway, but before it drops, it's giving Pittsburgh one of the very first looks. David sat down with the producer of the smash hit and found out why this production is not just the toast of the big apple, but also, the the burgh!
Our favorite magician, Lee Terbosic, stops by to show Heather Abraham and David Highfield some cool tricks. Plus, he's talking about his new show at Liberty Magic - called "The Life and Death of Harry Houdini."
The annual show starring Pittsburgh's newsies, "Off The Record XXIII," is coming back to the Byham Theater stage for another year. Writer and choreographer Chris Laitta stops by with a preview of this year's show.
The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust is scrapping plans for a Downtown cineplex.
The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust is scrapping plans for a cineplex that would have been built in Downtown Pittsburgh, citing renovation costs.
PTL's Daisy Jade visits the Benedum Center in the Pittsburgh Cultural District where the national tour of "Moulin Rouge! The Musical has pulled into town for a bunch of shows.
PTL's Boaz Frankel visits the Benedum Center to find out their secrets of keeping up with a busy summer season.
PTL's Boaz Frankel visits the Benedum Center for a sneak peek of the Pittsburgh CLO's production of "Natasha, Pierre, and the Great Comet of 1812."
PTL's Katie O'Malley heads to the Pittsburgh Cultural District to get a preview of their Summer Gallery Crawl and the special exhibits and artists being featured this season.
It's traveled all across the globe and now it's here in Pittsburgh.
The marquee makeover is part of a bigger series of renovations outside and inside the center to help improve the guest experience.
Hosts Heather Abraham and Mikey Hood welcome actors Carolee Carmello, Manu Narayan and Pittsburgh native Joe Serafini to the studio to talk about bringing the classic musical "Into The Woods" to life at the Benedum Center.
PTL's Daisy Jade is in the Pittsburgh Cultural District to find out what's new at this year's EQT Children's Festival!
Host David Highfield gets a preview of "Madagascar The Musical LIVE" from cast members Alex Burnette and Katie Whittemore.
Unveiling the 2023 Gene Kelly Award nominees.
Host Heather Abraham and David Highfield sit down with Broadway superstar Norm Lewis to talk about his show tonight at the O'Reilly Theater as part of the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust Cabaret Series. He's also talking about his time on the hit show, "Scandal."
On Monday morning, travelers were lined up for early flights at Pittsburgh International Airport.
The man convicted in the Pittsburgh synagogue shooting will remain on death row after Biden commuted dozens of federal inmates' sentences.
The family of a Pittsburgh-area man battling terminal cancer got a free solar system.
Monday started off with lows in the teens and single digits, but the Pittsburgh area will see a warm-up as the day goes on.
Luigi Mangione pleaded not guilty Monday to state charges in the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
On Monday morning, travelers were lined up for early flights at Pittsburgh International Airport.
The man convicted in the Pittsburgh synagogue shooting will remain on death row after Biden commuted dozens of federal inmates' sentences.
The family of a Pittsburgh-area man battling terminal cancer got a free solar system.
Monday started off with lows in the teens and single digits, but the Pittsburgh area will see a warm-up as the day goes on.
Luigi Mangione pleaded not guilty Monday to state charges in the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
President Biden is granting clemency to 37 of the 40 federal inmates facing death sentences. Their sentences will be commuted to life in prison without the possibility of parole.
Brian McCormack, a longtime energy consultant, and Andrew Peek, a seasoned Middle East adviser, will take senior roles on the NSC, according to people familiar with the matter.
Sen. Joe Manchin sat down for an exit interview of sorts with "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan."
Trump's election is a big part of the positive outlook, especially for Republicans.
An F/A-18 fighter jet was "mistakenly fired on" by the guided missile cruiser USS Gettysburg, authorities said.
There was "snow" stopping people from getting their last-minute presents on Friday.
Workers at Amazon facilities in major U.S. cities went on strike Thursday morning.
You've heard of online shopping and package scams, but what about package scams that come right to your door?
An attempt to cut down on energy bills turned into a financial nightmare for a Beaver Falls man.
American Airlines will soon add nonstop service between Pittsburgh International Airport and Los Angeles International Airport.
Downtown Pittsburgh is turning into a winter wonderland this New Year's Eve! We learned about what you can expect on New Year's Eve in the Steel City!
We moved into the PTL Kitchen to surprise Celina on her last show with us to have a Pompeani Pizza Party!
Your incredible generosity has helped us raise over $90 million for the Free Care Fund at UPMC Children's Hospital. We revealed this year's grand total!
Our PTL Pup Maz was here today! We got to see how her training has been going and if she learned any new commands!
The holiday spirit was in full swing today on the show. David and Heather got to play Santa as they exchanged gifts!
An attempt to cut down on energy bills turned into a financial nightmare for a Beaver Falls man.
A Pittsburgh woman says she's dealing with a rodent infestation because of a neighboring house that's condemned.
Making housing more affordable is the cornerstone of the Gainey administration, but critics say his efforts have fallen short.
High-speed police chases can lead to the arrest of suspected criminals. But do the chases pose a risk to the public?
The University of Pittsburgh says it is jumping into the NIL sphere with both feet.
A University of Pittsburgh research group is reaching new limits and perfecting a robot to help people with ALS live better lives.
Sharon Regional Medical Center employees rallied with family and friends to save the hospital from an impending closure.
Miller Shevitz of Beaver Falls is at his happiest when he's showing off his toys.
Eleven-year-old Jayden Randall of Carrick is one of the children who is alive and thriving today thanks to UPMC Children's Hospital.
Just a few weeks ago, Christine Dankwardt worried walking down the hall would never be possible for her 15-year-old daughter Marissa.
The wiggle room the Pittsburgh Steelers once enjoyed atop the AFC North is gone.
All season long, the Pittsburgh Steelers have depended on a standard formula for winning: stop the run, protect the ball, force the opponent into mistakes.
Nico Hischier had a goal and two assists and Jacob Markstrom made 12 saves for his second shutout of the season as the New Jersey Devils beat the Pittsburgh Penguins 3-0.
Lamar Jackson threw three touchdown passes and Marlon Humphrey scored on a fourth-quarter interception return to help the Baltimore Ravens pull even with Pittsburgh atop the AFC North with a 34-17 victory over the Steelers.
Rickey Henderson is widely considered to be one of the best leadoff hitters and base stealers in baseball.
Capitol buildings are almost always an imposing presence.
A pair of businessmen say they have plans to breathe new life into the former Redbeard's on Mount Washington.
Pittsburgh Popcorn's food processing facility has been shut down.
Another restaurant in Pittsburgh's Station Square is closing.
Construction is taking off at the Arnold Palmer Regional Airport.
It seems that every year around the holidays, people tend to revisit a select few movies.
While 2024 may be ending, there's much to look forward to next year, including a major entertainment project by PNC Park.
Tony, Emmy, and Grammy Award-winning artist Barry Manilow will take the stage one final time in Pittsburgh.
Sean "Diddy" Combs filed a motion Friday to dismiss his appeal for bail, meaning he will stay in jail until his trial on sex trafficking charges in May 2025.
Mariah Carey's holiday concert at PPG Paints Arena was canceled on Wednesday afternoon, hours before its scheduled start time.
Santa and Mrs. Claus made a stop at the Humane Animal Rescue of Pittsburgh's East Side shelter to spread some holiday cheer to animals looking for their forever homes.
Get the latest weather updates with First Alert Meteorologist Trey Fulbright's forecast!
Millions of Americans are heading home for the holidays with what's beginning to look like another record holiday travel period. On Monday morning, travelers were lined up for early flights at Pittsburgh International Airport. KDKA-TV's Megan Shinn has more.
In Uniontown on Sunday, people in recovery held an event to give back to their community for the holidays. The Hope House of Uniontown joined leaders from Saint Vincent de Paul to host a toy drive.
It’s the season of giving, and a business is doing what it can to help a Pittsburgh family in need. KDKA-TV's Erika Stanish has more.
The 71st Annual KDKA Free Care Fund Telethon raised more than $1.7 million. Here are some photos from the night.
Newborn babies at UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital got dressed up in holiday onesies and hats knit by a nurse.
Pittsburgh has won 21 straight regular season home games against Cleveland.
Crews found the body of Elizabeth Pollard, the Pennsylvania grandma who fell into a sinkhole in Unity Township.
A Pennsylvania woman might have fallen into a sinkhole while searching for her missing cat, police said.
