Hundreds of people ring in 2026 with annual Polar Bear Plunge
The frigid temperatures didn't bother hundreds of people who started their new year by splashing into the icy cold waters of the Monongahela River.
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The frigid temperatures didn't bother hundreds of people who started their new year by splashing into the icy cold waters of the Monongahela River.
It's called the season of giving, but according to The Salvation Army, its holiday donation drive is struggling.
The Salvation Army of Western PA estimates that upwards of 60,000 pounds of donated clothes and shoes will need to be thrown away.
A rare gold coin worth thousands of dollars was found in a Salvation Army kettle in Washington County.
An "angel" donor will match donations made at some red kettles across western Pennsylvania.
Around 75 volunteers worked to pack and serve food.
Workers from the Pittsburgh-area branches of the Red Cross and the Salvation Army are in Florida for Hurricane Milton.
The $562,561 surpassed the goal by more than $10,000.
The Salvation Army's local division has reached only about 28% of its fundraising goal for the Red Kettle Campaign.
In just a few short weeks, the Red Kettle Campaign kicks off once again and the Salvation Army is looking for volunteers.
The Salvation Army and First National Bank hosted a Back-to-School Bash in the South Hills Saturday for students in and around Pittsburgh.
The unexpected cost of clothing can be taxing for families and the Salvation Army stepped in to help.
Yards upon yards of donated fabric were on sale to help the Salvation Army.
Host Heather Abraham is talking with Major Jodi Lloyd and Lauren Fair, of the Salvation Army, about the Light Project, which was created to lead individuals gracefully out of human trafficking.
A hot meal on a cold day can go a long way, but when that meal comes with a little Christmas cheer, it can make all the difference.
A hot meal on a cold day can go a long way, but when that meal comes with a little Christmas cheer, it can make all the difference.
After the storm ripped apart homes and lives alike, our area is stepping up to help.
After Hurricane Fiona devastated the island, The Salvation Army of Western Pennsylvania is stepping up to help those in need. KDKA's Bryant Reed has the story.
As students prepare for the first day of school, local organizations are making sure they don't walk into class emptyhanded.
The Salvation Army Pittsburgh Temple Hosted The 30th Annual Women's Auxiliary Fabric Sale This Past Weekend
The Salvation Army in Washington County is helping victims of last week's fire at the Thomas Campbell Apartments.
Charitable and humanitarian organizations in Pittsburgh have already jumped into action to help those affected by the tornadoes in the midwest.
The Salvation Army provided over 100,000 toys to children in need last year alone.
The Salvation Army needs your help making sure local kids have a merry Christmas.
The Salvation Army needs volunteers for its Red Kettle Campaign this year.
In churches and fire halls, fish fry events are held for good causes and health inspectors want to make sure people don't get sick.
This will be the church's 11th year of 'Ash and Dash' at Faith Lutheran, where people can get ashes in their vehicle before heading off to work or school.
Pitt is nationally ranked for the first time in program history.
Terri Lawson is accused of credit card misuse from when she was the manager of Rankin Borough.
Oakmont Borough Council passed a resolution barring the borough from working with Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents.
In churches and fire halls, fish fry events are held for good causes and health inspectors want to make sure people don't get sick.
This will be the church's 11th year of 'Ash and Dash' at Faith Lutheran, where people can get ashes in their vehicle before heading off to work or school.
Pitt is nationally ranked for the first time in program history.
The annual KDKA Fish Fry Guide is back for Lent! Check our listings for a 2026 fish fry near you in Pittsburgh.
Terri Lawson is accused of credit card misuse from when she was the manager of Rankin Borough.
"The Late Show" host Stephen Colbert criticized CBS on Monday night, saying the network blocked his interview with U.S. Senate hopeful James Talarico from airing.
The Rev. Jesse Jackson marched alongside Martin Luther King Jr., ran for president in the 1980s and led the Rainbow/PUSH Coalition in Chicago for decades.
Last week, the Pentagon said it may block military members from using tuition aid at many top universities across the country, including Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh. Chris Hoffman reports.
After setting social media abuzz by saying aliens were real, former President Barack Obama said he didn't see evidence that aliens "have made contact with us."
President Trump met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in December at Mar-a-Lago with Mr. Trump saying the U.S. would support strikes if no deal was made with Iran.
With the deep fryers warming up for the start of Lenten fish fries on Wednesday, you've likely noticed the price you're paying has gone up over the last few years.
When debt collection companies start calling, most people don't know what to do.
Move over, Wawa, "there's a new player in town." Customers shed light on Pennsylvania's heated rivalry as Sheetz opened its first store in Montgomery County.
The rush for roses is on with Valentine's Day this weekend, and making sure you're getting the best deal is crucial.
More than 30 states have already enacted similar legislation.
This month’s UPMC Community Hero is Lauren Rowe. An educator and counselor in the West Mifflin Area School District, she is giving back to the school that raised her, making sure the next generation is full on the inside and out.
Chef Crystal Baldwin makes an easy recipe for shrimp fritters and highlights some Black-owned vendors, with products available at Giant Eagle!
Dr. Lori appraises more of your antiques. Today’s theme is: kitchen kitsch!
Daisy Jade is live at Kretchmar’s Bakery in Beaver to get the party started!
David is back! He and Heather are celebrating with new milkshake flavors!
It's no secret that many boroughs in the Mon Valley are riddled with abandoned and decaying homes.
The Beaver Valley could become the center of artificial intelligence infrastructure for the region.
The county has a new tool for tackling blighted homes across Allegheny County.
The Pennsylvania State Police's fire marshal unit in Greensburg is offering a reward for information that leads to an arrest in connection with a suspicious fire in August.
When debt collection companies start calling, most people don't know what to do.
With a measles outbreak in Pennsylvania, local health experts want to send a message to families.
Cracking down on the price of prescription drugs is a hefty task.
The advisory, issued on Saturday, affected thousands of customers in Allegheny and Washington counties.
Pennsylvania American Water said that a first round of testing came back negative and an update can be expected late Monday morning.
Doctors said the drugs can help people lose unwanted pounds while retaining muscle.
Pitt is nationally ranked for the first time in program history.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Cleveland Browns safety Ronnie Hickman was assaulted inside a New York City hotel on Monday morning, officials said.
A girls' basketball game at the Eastern Schools for the Deaf Athletic Association tournament became a lesson in sportsmanship on Friday.
Crosby's 15 points at the Olympics put him in the all-time lead among Canadian NHL players.
Move over, Wawa, "there's a new player in town." Customers shed light on Pennsylvania's heated rivalry as Sheetz opened its first store in Montgomery County.
More than 140 employees at Nemacolin were informed they were being let go.
It's been about six years since the pandemic, and a lot of people working from home, but now companies are slowly calling them back to the office.
Pittsburgh Mayor Corey O'Connor on Tuesday announced a new initiative aimed at revitalizing neighborhood business districts across the city.
A handful of Pittsburgh-area Value City Furniture stores are going out of business after their parent company filed for bankruptcy.
"The Late Show" host Stephen Colbert criticized CBS on Monday night, saying the network blocked his interview with U.S. Senate hopeful James Talarico from airing.
Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band will return to Pittsburgh this spring.
Warner Bros. Discovery said that Paramount Skydance is considering enhancing its buyout offer for the entertainment company.
Robert Duvall was in such classics as "The Godfather," "To Kill a Mockingbird," "M*A*S*H," "The Great Santini" and "Tender Mercies."
More extras are needed for "Mayor of Kingstown" when the show films its fifth and final season in Pittsburgh.
In churches and fire halls at lunch time and at dinner time, the fish will fry for good causes, but the inspectors from the Allegheny County Health Department's Food Safety Program are serious about what they do.
Pitt is off to a hot start this season.
Terri Lawson faces felony charges related to alleged credit card misuse from when she was the manager of Rankin Borough.
Oakmont Borough Council passed a resolution barring the borough from working with Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents.
KDKA-TV's Rich Walsh and 93.7 The Fan's Andrew Fillipponi discuss the sports topics of the day.
Mike Tomlin stepped down as head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers after 19 seasons with the team.
Pitt's regular season has ended with an 8-4 record.
Pitt's five-game winning streak came to an end with a 37-15 loss to Notre Dame.
Mason Heintschel set a new Pitt freshman single-game passing record in the Pitt win at Acrisure Stadium.
The 44th annual KDKA-TV Turkey Fund will help our neighbors in need have a nice meal for Thanksgiving.
