How long should I thaw my turkey before Thanksgiving? What you need to know one week out
Thawing a turkey one week out from Thanksgiving may seem excessive, but it's necessary.
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Thawing a turkey one week out from Thanksgiving may seem excessive, but it's necessary.
Today marks the first day of the fall turkey hunting season in Pennsylvania.
Experts say large gatherings are making a comeback, and so are lower prices when it comes to your turkey.
Cave expert Mark Dickey was hit with internal bleeding as he helped chart the Morca cave system, leaving him stuck more than 3,200 feet underground.
Blocking traffic, attacking the mailman, even chasing little kids headed to the park -- a flock of turkeys is getting a bad rap in a city neighborhood.
So far, the group has raised more than $29,000.
The 6.3 magnitude earthquake struck southern Turkey on Monday, near its shared border with northern Syria.
Foreign nations and aid agencies are racing to mobilize resources to help survivors of the devastating quakes in two countries. Here's how you can help.
Frantic search efforts were still underway in both countries, with an untold number of people still trapped in rubble.
The Pennsylvania Game Commission recorded the oldest female turkey ever found in the state.
iPhone 13s, gaming consoles, Christmas lights and turkeys have all been caught up in the global snarl.
Steelers first-round pick Najee Harris is teaming up with a law firm to give away 600 turkeys ahead of Thanksgiving.
With only 17 days left before Thanksgiving, we need to talk turkey.
The usually mellow Senator Bob Casey went on the offense when talking about healthcare, guns, Turkey and the impeachment inquiry.
It may be April, but there was a turkey trot in Downtown Pittsburgh on Wednesday.
Another recall for ground turkey, following a Salmonella outbreak.
More than 150 illnesses from a salmonella outbreak linked to raw turkey products have been reported across the country, including in Pennsylvania.
An unusual obstacle brought traffic to a halt in the Hill District on Thursday evening.
In a tweet from the country's official account, Swedish officials announced that the famous meatball recipe was brought to the country 300 years ago by King Charles XII.
If you've ever driven on Washington Road in Mount Lebanon, you may have encountered a wild turkey that causing quite the stir.
Turkish archaeologists believe they may have discovered the remains of St. Nicholas - from whom the legend of Santa Claus emerged.
A wild turkey is giving thanks after safely making its way across a heavily trafficked Massachusetts interstate during rush hour.
A gunman in a suit and tie shouted slogans about Syria's civil war after he killed Russia's ambassador to Turkey.
Attention shoppers: there's a price war going on for your Thanksgiving dollar.
November is here and it's time to start thinking about Thanksgiving! With that in mind, Chef Bill Fuller stopped by PTL to make a feast!
While legislators say it would increase equity between new and longtime homeowners, others could be left with a bill they can't pay.
A Montgomery County man was arrested in a murder-for-hire plot to kill his ex-girlfriend and two men she dated after they broke up.
Parents are watching closely for a potentially profound impact on kids on social media as the first of a series of landmark trials began on Monday, seeking to hold tech giants responsible for harms to children.
Pennsylvania schools are required to teach cursive handwriting under a new law.
Visit Pennsylvania has teamed up with famous social media influencers from around the state to offer one-on-one interaction for potential visitors.
While legislators say it would increase equity between new and longtime homeowners, others could be left with a bill they can't pay.
A Montgomery County man was arrested in a murder-for-hire plot to kill his ex-girlfriend and two men she dated after they broke up.
Pennsylvania schools are required to teach cursive handwriting under a new law.
Visit Pennsylvania has teamed up with famous social media influencers from around the state to offer one-on-one interaction for potential visitors.
It's been three months since the Woodland Hills School District put its superintendent on administrative leave.
Pennsylvania schools are required to teach cursive handwriting under a new law.
A federal grand jury refused to indict six Democrats who drew President Trump's ire by taping a video telling members of the military that they must reject "illegal orders," three sources told CBS News.
Ghislaine Maxwell's lawyer said she would be willing to cooperate with a House panel's probe if President Trump grants her clemency, and would testify that he is "innocent of any wrongdoing."
The official DHS statistics, which had not been previously reported, provide the most detailed look yet into who ICE has arrested during the Trump administration's crackdown.
The footage is included in a video that promotes false claims that the 2020 presidential election was rigged against Mr. Trump.
More than 30 states have already enacted similar legislation.
The first electric and gas bills of the year can come with sticker shock, and this year, it might be worse than usual.
A woman and her husband are fighting for a $400 refund after they bought furniture from a Value City Furniture store.
It's the end of an era for a grocery store in Carrick.
A Pennsylvania couple says Kia wrongly denied a warranty claim after their car's engine failed at 80,000 miles.
It’s time to read more love stories that you sent us!
When love shows up in a baking dish, balance shows up in leggings.
We're keeping it cozy and warm inside by talking with Tempstar about furnace safety tips.
We’re honoring Pittsburgh’s Black history with the story of one local baker who turned her mom’s treasured baked goods into a sweet legacy that the whole city now enjoys.
Every afternoon, the same scene played out. A very determined pup went rolling toward a fence, wanting to make friends with a very shy groundhog! That real-life moment is now at the heart of a brand-new children’s book starring one of Pittsburgh’s favorite beagles: our buddy Boone!
It's been three months since the Woodland Hills School District put its superintendent on administrative leave.
Residents of Millvale are trying to get back to normal after last weekend's major snowstorm.
Tracing the past of Shane Hennen and how his troubled life in Pittsburgh pointed to his future downfall.
People in Avella, Washington County, say they have no phone coverage.
Residents and leaders in Charleroi are concerned about the integrity of roads after a trench collapse last year and ongoing construction.
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.
Pittsburgh Pirates general manager Ben Cherington says the team "will never shut the door" on potentially finding a role for Andrew McCutchen, a longtime cornerstone of the franchise.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Three Rivers Stadium was demolished on this date in 2001 to make way for Acrisure Stadium and PNC Park.
Michael Fantuzzo was arrested and is accused of stealing more than $246,000 from the Pennsylvania Occupational Therapy Association.
Isiah Evans scored 21 points on 8-of-10 shooting, including 5 for 6 on 3-pointers, and No. 4 Duke pulled away in the second half to defeat Pittsburgh 70-54.
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.
It has been five years since the home improvement retailer Menards bought a large parcel of land off Route 30 in Westmoreland County.
"Dawson's Creek" and "Varsity Blues" star James Van Der Beek has died at 48 years old.
The Pennsylvania Film Office has awarded $34 million for production on Season 3 of "Tires" and the fifth and final season of "Mayor of Kingstown."
Filming in Pittsburgh for the fifth and final season of "Mayor of Kingstown" is set to begin on March 9.
Catherine O'Hara, known for her roles in "Home Alone," "Schitt's Creek" and "Beetlejuice," died on Jan. 30 at the age of 71.
The 31-year-old Puerto Rican artist Bad Bunny took the stage on Sunday dressed in all white, donning a jersey with his last name, Ocasio, and the number 64.
Four of the players on the team have Pittsburgh ties.
KDKA-TV's Bob Pompeani and 93.7 The Fan's Chris Mueller discuss the sports topics of the day.
While legislators say it would increase equity between new and longtime homeowners, others could be left with a bill they can't pay.
A jury reached a verdict in the trial of Thomas Stanko, who was charged in Cassandra Gross' death nearly eight years ago.
A jury reached a verdict in the trial of Thomas Stanko, who was charged in Cassandra Gross' death nearly eight years ago.
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.
