Thousands of Canadians forced to evacuate as massive wildfire burns
The blaze in northeastern British Columbia started Friday and almost doubled in size by the following day, reaching about 4,200 acres.
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The blaze in northeastern British Columbia started Friday and almost doubled in size by the following day, reaching about 4,200 acres.
After a summer of hazy skies and wildfires across Canada, CMU researchers are working to develop drones to better combat the fires.
Smoke from wildfires is not the only reason for poor air quality this year. It turns out, those wildfires created another kind of pollution: Ozone.
As more people across the country are seeing the impact of wildfires and smoke, scientists are turning to the promise of big data, technology and collaboration to keep big fires from spreading.
Strong and destructive straight-line winds are the main concern followed by the chance for large hail.
Wildfire smoke is expected to cause unhealthy levels of pollution for sensitive groups of people across Pennsylvania on Monday.
Skies across the Pittsburgh area are blanketed by smoke from Canadian wildfires. A Code Red air quality alert was issued June 28, 2023, by the Department of Environmental Protection for several Pennsylvania counties. Here's a look at the skyline.
With another smoke-laden day, can air conditioning keep you healthy?
In Minnesota's Twin Cities, the AQI was the worst it had been since the state began keeping records in 1980.
The fires, which are still burning, have brought smoke and hazardous air quality to millions of Americans.
With another day of haze and smoke from Canadian wildfires, first responders are ready for whatever comes.
The first six weeks of Canada's 2023 wildfire season put it on track to be its most destructive in history.
Does a mask help with air pollution? Here's how to protect yourself from wildfire smoke as Canadian wildfires cause poor air quality in parts of the U.S.
Smoke from the wildfires has caused the air to be considered unhealthy.
Smoke from wildfires in Canada may impact air quality in Allegheny County this week, the Health Department warned.
The company says closing the store, along with the pharmacy located inside, was a "difficult, but necessary" decision.
15-year-old Aaron Reddix has been charged with three counts of aggravated assault.
A proposal would remove a lane of traffic on Penn Avenue to add a bike lane, but the businesses say they are not in favor.
Yaeger takes the place of K9 Woody who has retired after a decade on the force.
The new product is a wide-mouth jar which can be used for dipping potato chips.
The company says closing the store, along with the pharmacy located inside, was a "difficult, but necessary" decision.
New surveillance video has surfaced of Sudiksha Konanki, the Pitt student who went missing and disappeared while vacationing in the Dominican Republic.
15-year-old Aaron Reddix has been charged with three counts of aggravated assault.
The annual KDKA Fish Fry Guide is back for Lent! Check our listings for a 2025 fish fry near you in Pittsburgh.
A proposal would remove a lane of traffic on Penn Avenue to add a bike lane, but the businesses say they are not in favor.
The Trump administration took the first step in dismantling the Department of Education.
The Department of Education said staff affected by the job cuts would be placed on leave starting Friday, March 21.
Attorney General Dave Sunday laid out the plans for what he's hoping to do for Pittsburgh and beyond.
In newly elected state Attorney General Dave Sunday's first interview in western Pennsylvania, he laid out the plans he's hoping to do for Pittsburgh and beyond. KDKA-TV's Lindsay Ward reports.
There has been quite a bit of tariff whiplash on Tuesday between the U.S. and Canada.
The Pennsylvania Lottery is looking to increase its jackpots on some bigger scratch-off games.
A new tenant is moving into the Terminal in Pittsburgh's historic Strip District.
President Trump recently doubled Canadian steel and aluminum tariffs from 25% to 50%.
We've all seen the price of eggs and it's leading to people looking for alternatives and that could include Pittsburgh's own Rent The Chicken.
Las Palmas in Beechview imports at least half of its products and could begin to feel a squeeze if tariffs remain in place.
Rania's Lenten recipe series is taking a splash. Katie and Rania made scallops piccata in today's Cooking with Rania!
A conference is bringing together the biggest names in the content creation game, from viral creators to social media stars.
We're getting ready for St. Patrick's Day and we spoke to the co-owners of Khalil's who are actually changing its name temporarily to Cahills to celebrate the Steel City's love of the Irish.
Lent kicked off a week ago and if you've given alcohol for the season, The Open Road in Garfield is serving alcohol-free spirits for the season.
Daisy Jade and Heather Abraham talk about all the latest goings on and preview what's to come on today's show.
Not everyone getting checks from Pennsylvania's rental rebate program is seeing the money, KDKA Investigates uncovered.
A Caliber Collision auto body shop is being built in Murrysville, but for one couple, it's right in their backyard.
An entire section of a home in Pittsburgh's Knoxville neighborhood has folded, bricks collapsing into the yard next door.
Gecko Robotics is one of the hottest tech companies around and it was founded here in Pittsburgh, but with a stagnant economy, it's only one of a few.
There's an unsightly mess collecting along a road in North Fayette — so much that it looks more like a landfill.
The new medical drama, "The Pitt," has been receiving rave reviews for plot lines and its medical accuracy. Dr. Sylvia Owusu-Ansah, a Pittsburgh physician, has been lending her expertise and life experience to the HBO series.
Cases of whooping cough have spiked across the country, including Allegheny County, which saw a 47,000% increase in cases.
Babies born as early as 32 weeks are becoming more common nationally and locally.
State leaders, mothers, and doctors gather at AHN's Alexis Joy D'Achille Center for Prenatal Mental Health to help raise the importance of screening and detection.
Daisy was joined by Aubrey Worek to tackle those intimidating machines and to show us how to feel confident using gym equipment.
The Colonials were greeted by the band and fans after coming home from a Horizon League Championship.
The former University of Pittsburgh product is staying in Buffalo.
Woods said he had a minimally invasive surgery to repair the tendon.
The school's basketball team punched its ticket to the NCAA Tournament on Tuesday night.
Erik Karlsson scored 49 seconds into overtime to lift the Pittsburgh Penguins past the Vegas Golden Knights 3-2.
The new product is a wide-mouth jar which can be used for dipping potato chips.
A new tenant is moving into the Terminal in Pittsburgh's historic Strip District.
President Trump recently doubled Canadian steel and aluminum tariffs from 25% to 50%.
Hotel Saxonburg management announced the historic restaurant would be closing.
President Trump's tariffs are set to take effect at midnight.
Pittsburgh will be Billy Joel's first show back on the road after the singer postponed four months' worth of stops for "a medical condition."
Pittsburgh Pirates ace Paul Skenes is trying to take his burgeoning fame in stride.
Gene Hackman and Betsy Arakawa were found dead in their home last week in a gated community in Santa Fe, New Mexico.
Carl Dean, the husband of Dolly Parton, died Monday in Nashville, the singer said in a statement.
He was previously nominated in the category for his work on Steven Spielberg's "West Side Story."
KDKA-TV's Bob Pompeani and the 93.7 The Fan's Andrew Fillipponi discuss the sports topics of the day.
Stay on top of local weather with meteorologist Ray Petelin’s forecast!
The city is planning to shorten some roads in the Strip District in an effort to add bike lanes, but business owners feel it would make traffic worse. KDKA's Ricky Sayer has the details.
Christopher Halaszynski is being charged with stealing more than a quarter-million dollars from his own officers who seized the money during criminal investigations. KDKA's Jennifer Borrasso has the details.
The newest four-legged member of the Allegheny County Sheriff's Office was introduced on Wednesday and he's got quite big paws to fill. KDKA's Jessica Guay has the story.
The annual Pittsburgh Home & Garden Show kicked off on Friday, March 7, 2025, at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center. As is tradition, Pittsburgh Today Live kicked off the show with a live episode!
A school bus slammed into a tree in Butler County on Thursday morning, sending the driver and two students to the hospital.
KDKA-TV is sad to report that retired host and weather forecaster Jon Burnett died of complications from suspected CTE. He leaves behind an incredible legacy.
A fast-moving clipper system is proving Punxsutawney Phil correct this Sunday late afternoon/early evening with some freezing rain/drizzle and light wet snow making roads north of Route 422 and the Pennsylvania Turnpike slippery.
A late interception from quarterback Drew Allar allowed Notre Dame to get in field goal range.
