Buttigieg urges railroads to speed up safety changes after Ohio derailment
Unions have asserted that widespread job cuts in the industry in recent years have made railroads riskier.
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Unions have asserted that widespread job cuts in the industry in recent years have made railroads riskier.
KDKA's Briana Smith shares the details of the new medical clinic opening up in East Palestine, Ohio, as residents continue to share their worries following a train derailment.
While officials continue to say that East Palestine's air and water are safe more than two weeks after a train derailment, Ohio is opening a medical clinic so residents reporting issues like headaches can get checked out.
Trains carrying volatile and often toxic fuels and chemicals rumble through the Pittsburgh region every day.
Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg sent a letter to the CEO of Norfolk Southern, warning that the freight rail company must "demonstrate unequivocal support for the people" of East Palestine, Ohio.
Alan Shaw said he was there to support the community but did not comment further.
Even as counties have taken proactive steps, residents remain worried.
FEMA is deploying to East Palestine two weeks after a train derailed, Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine announced on Friday night.
John Hoffman was offering his company's services to concerned residents.
The Ohio train derailment is a "wake-up call" for the reality of vinyl chloride's role in human and environmental health, experts say.
East Palestine family tossing furniture to curb after chemical smell seeped into everything
A train hauling hazardous materials derailed on Thursday, but none spilled.
The smell of chemicals is still in the air in East Palestine, Ohio, with residents raising questions about what happens next.
East Palestine community still seeking answers in train derailment cleanup
The EPA administrator will be in town to assess the impact and damage caused by the derailment.
This afternoon, the EPA administrator will be in East Palestine to assess the damage from the train derailment. KDKA's Erika Stanish is there and has the latest.
It's been nearly two weeks since a train derailed in East Palestine, Ohio and now, some residents are reporting they believe toxic chemicals released in the town are killing their animals.
Lambert was arrested during a press conference being held by Governor Mike DeWine.
The East Palestine Fire Department needs all new equipment following the train derailment that took place nearly two weeks ago.
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro sent a scathing letter blasting Norfolk Southern about its handling of the East Palestine train derailment.
Buttigieg spoke out through social media, saying he remains concerned about the families impacted.
The EPA sent a letter to Norfolk Southern listing three other chemicals that were on the train cars that were breached or on fire after the derailment in East Palestine.
The Environmental Protection Agency sent the company a general notice of potential liability.
The Environmental Protection Agency sent the company a general notice of potential liability.
Residents will have a chance to ask questions and learn more this week.
Frosbite can lead to permanent tissue damage and hypothermia can lead to cardiac arrest, arrhythmias, or even death.
When firefighters got to the scene, flames were already starting to shoot through the roof.
51-year-old Lisa Valesky and her daughter, 26-year-old Angela Valesky and both facing felony theft charges.
Sidney Crosby had a goal and two assists to move into ninth on the NHL's career scoring list.
A late interception from quarterback Drew Allar allowed Notre Dame to get in field goal range.
Frosbite can lead to permanent tissue damage and hypothermia can lead to cardiac arrest, arrhythmias, or even death.
When firefighters got to the scene, flames were already starting to shoot through the roof.
51-year-old Lisa Valesky and her daughter, 26-year-old Angela Valesky and both facing felony theft charges.
Sidney Crosby had a goal and two assists to move into ninth on the NHL's career scoring list.
Penn State lost to Notre Dame in heartbreaking fashion on Thursday night.
President-elect Trump's sentencing for his criminal conviction in New York is scheduled for Friday morning.
Democratic Sen. John Fetterman of Pennsylvania has accepted an invitation from President-elect Donald Trump to meet with him at his Mar-a-Lago estate, according to sources familiar with the plans.
Democratic Sen. John Fetterman of Pennsylvania has accepted an invitation from President-elect Donald Trump to meet with him at his Mar-a-Lago estate, multiple sources said.
President Biden honored former President Jimmy Carter in a eulogy at his funeral.
Allegheny County Councilman Sam DeMarco is stepping down to work for Pennsylvania U.S. Sen. Dave McCormick.
Two men said thieves drained the money from their SNAP benefits cards before they had a chance to head to the grocery store.
If you've been left with a layer of ice, it can make for a difficult approach, so KDKA's John Shumway is here with some suggestions.
KDKA Consumer Investigator Meghan Schiller explains what you need to research before agreeing to pay up.
A grocery store in Carnegie was ordered to shut down after an inspector reported finding roaches that numbered "too many to count."
Shoppers in Pittsburgh were preparing for the holiday gift return rush on Thursday morning.
Yu-Ling Behr, our Kidsburgh ambassador, joined us to help us dive into all the frosty fun this winter in Pittsburgh.
Daisy took a trip to Stretch Zone in Cranberry Township where they taught us how assisted stretching is helping people feel their best in the new year.
Sean Collier is back with a new edition of the PTL Weekend Guide!
Happy Lark Home Organizing joined us today to give us some tips on how to tackle the junk drawer.
Mikey and David opened up their junk drawers because they needed some help from Happy Lark Home Organizing! Kara Huffmyer and Amber Hollenbach joined us to put their skills to the test.
KDKA Investigates has uncovered years of neglect by a company that owns dozens of complexes across the country.
A Pittsburgh councilman said the benefits are limitless for people buried under medical debt.
Two men said thieves drained the money from their SNAP benefits cards before they had a chance to head to the grocery store.
KDKA Consumer Investigator Meghan Schiller explains what you need to research before agreeing to pay up.
KDKA Investigates reviewed hundreds of arraignment decisions of district judges who ran on platforms of not imposing cash bail.
A program aims to help patients through a tough diagnosis: breast cancer.
Carbon monoxide can be a silent killer and with temperatures falling, here's how you can keep your home safe.
Lower immunity to the new GII.17 strain could be leading to more infections.
Today, according to the American Lung Association, is a good day to skip the elevator and take the stairs!
Cases of influenza, COVID-19, RSV and norovirus are making the rounds in the aftermath of holiday gatherings.
Sidney Crosby had a goal and two assists to move into ninth on the NHL's career scoring list.
A late interception from quarterback Drew Allar allowed Notre Dame to get in field goal range.
Penn State lost to Notre Dame in heartbreaking fashion on Thursday night.
Baltimore Ravens receiver Zay Flowers will miss this weekend's playoff game against Pittsburgh after injuring his knee in the regular-season finale.
The University of Pittsburgh announced head coach Dan Fisher will extend his contract.
Retail department store chain Kohl's announced Thursday it would close 27 stores in 2025, with 10 stores to be shuttered in California and 17 others across 14 states.
Nippon's vice chairman is sitting down with multiple mayors in the Mon Valley, trying to determine what to do next.
A grocery store in Carnegie was ordered to shut down after an inspector reported finding roaches that numbered "too many to count."
With the decision by President Biden to block the sale, Pittsburgh-area elected officials made their thoughts known.
Nippon Steel is making a new proposal to the Biden administration as it continues its bid to buy U.S. Steel.
Ventimiglia, a 47-year-old father to be, is among the celebrities affected by the destructive blazes that broke out Tuesday morning.
Pittsburgh playwright August Wilson was posthumously awarded with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Tuesday.
Pittsburgh's Three Rivers Arts Festival is returning for its 66th year, but it'll look a little different this summer.
Peter Yarrow was a singer-songwriter and a social activist, but he was best known as one-third of the folk-music group Peter, Paul and Mary.
Here is the full list of winners who took home awards at the 2025 Golden Globe Awards.
The restaurant building was heavily damaged.
At least 10 people have been killed by the devastating fires so far.
With freezing temperatures and and winds that can make it feel even colder, wearing layers can help you keep warm and prevent serious problems.
KDKA-TV's Rich Walsh and 93.7 The Fan's Chris Mueller discuss the sports topics of the day.
The Pine-Richland school board discussed a revised policy that will determine if a book is banned or not.
A late interception from quarterback Drew Allar allowed Notre Dame to get in field goal range.
Counties south of Pittsburgh along with parts of Maryland and West Virginia are being hit the hardest.
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.
