Carnegie Mellon University's Robotics Institute begins developing drones to fight wildfires
After a summer of hazy skies and wildfires across Canada, CMU researchers are working to develop drones to better combat the fires.
After a summer of hazy skies and wildfires across Canada, CMU researchers are working to develop drones to better combat the fires.
People who have experienced extreme weather are especially likely to say climate change needs to be addressed right away.
Proceeds from a fundraiser in West Virginia will go to helping the wildfire victims Lahaina, Hawaii.
A local couple was vacationing in Maui, less than a mile from where the wildfires broke out.
At least 99 people were confirmed dead as of Monday evening.
Several local Polynesian groups from in and around Pittsburgh are putting a fundraiser and benefit together for all the people affected on the island of Maui. KDKA's Chris DeRose shares details.
At least 55 people have lost their lives and the toll is expected to climb. The historic town of Lahaina has been devastated.
More than 5,000 fires have raged since May across Canada, tearing through at least 29 million acres of land — and counting.
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.
Years of keeping fire out of America's forests led to a buildup of dead trees and brush — fuel for today's larger, hotter, more lethal wildfires.
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.
The fires, which are still burning, have brought smoke and hazardous air quality to millions of Americans.
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.
First Alert Meteorologist Mary Ours is helping understand how smoke from Canada's wildfires is causing hazy skies here in Pittsburgh.
Sen. Joe Manchin on Sunday joined a growing pool of lawmakers calling on President Biden to end his reelection campaign.
Authorities say the body of a West Virginia man has been recovered in a lake, four days after he was last seen swimming in the area and reported missing.
A 2015 Penn State graduate spent nearly 100 hours creating the LEGO replica of the home of the Nittany Lions.
The weekend of beautiful weather wraps up today as rain chances move in on Monday.
The water tanker was the only vehicle involved in the crash.
Sen. Joe Manchin on Sunday joined a growing pool of lawmakers calling on President Biden to end his reelection campaign.
Authorities say the body of a West Virginia man has been recovered in a lake, four days after he was last seen swimming in the area and reported missing.
A 2015 Penn State graduate spent nearly 100 hours creating the LEGO replica of the home of the Nittany Lions.
The weekend of beautiful weather wraps up today as rain chances move in on Monday.
The water tanker was the only vehicle involved in the crash.
Sen. Joe Manchin on Sunday joined a growing pool of lawmakers calling on President Biden to end his reelection campaign.
"I'm not going to engage in hypotheticals. I love serving as governor, President Biden has made it clear he is running, the Biden-Harris ticket is the presidential ticket, and I support him."
KDKA-TV's Barry Pintar talked to Pittsburghers on Friday about the news.
Biden campaign manager Jen O'Malley Dillon denied reports the president is considering leaving 2024 presidential race against Trump.
The House Oversight Committee refused to push back the date of U.S. Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle's testimony.
A restaurant in Downtown Pittsburgh was ordered to close for the second time this year.
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A Pittsburgh doctor explains the dangers of expired car seats.
The health department issued a consumer alert for Coraopolis Cash Market,
Fans looking for tickets to the game will need to buy season tickets, a mini-plan, or group tickets.
That's a wrap for this week on PTL!
Katie was at the I'Dill Pickle tent at Picklesburgh checking out the world-famous "Meat Monster," which is a hot dog inside a pickle, wrapped in bacon.
Boaz was at the Pittsburgh Pickle Company today and he showed us one of the big reasons our city is known to some as the town of fermentation.
A couple of brave folks were bobbing for pickles on PTL this morning at Picklesburgh 2024!
Rachel Rennebeck and John Chamberlin, the hosts of the Ya Jagoff Podcast, helped us organize a pickle juice drinking contest on PTL!
Gov. Josh Shapiro signed legislation aimed at saving pharmacies from going out of business.
The Pittsburgh Bureau of Police is initiating new patrols Downtown focused on smoke shops and the street activity around them.
Columbia Gas wants to abandon service to the Burhan-Crouse Funeral Home.
Leaders in Pittsburgh have taken the first step toward preventing the random Downtown attacks the city has seen on innocent people.
Pittsburgh's public safety director said the system fails to address the underlying problems of homelessness, addiction and mental illness.
Health challenges like cancer and heart attacks have knocked down Ronald Davis, but he continues to not just get back up, but keep moving.
Nearly 7,000 pounds of hot dogs were produced and distributed without being inspected, federal government says.
In the aftermath of the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump, medics, doctors, and nurses jumped into action to treat the wounded.
A Baldwin resident has been hospitalized with Allegheny County's first human case of West Nile virus this year.
Rite Aid, which has already closed hundreds of stores, is shutting more locations in Michigan and Ohio.
A 2015 Penn State graduate spent nearly 100 hours creating the LEGO replica of the home of the Nittany Lions.
Luis Ortiz pitched seven shutout innings, Oneil Cruz had a home run and three RBIs, and the Pittsburgh Pirates stretched their winning streak to six games with a 4-1 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies.
Gonzales hit the winning RBI single in the ninth inning and the Pittsburgh Pirates rallied from a three-run deficit for an 8-7 win over the Philadelphia Phillies.
Aaron Rodgers knows all eyes are on him.
Pittsburgh Penguins star Sidney Crosby is one of the best pro athletes of the 21st century, according to ESPN.
NASA is canceling a water-seeking moon rover because of cost overruns and launch delays.
A lifelong Pittsburgher has been named the new general manager of Kennywood.
The multi-year partnership begins this season.
KDKA-TV talked exclusively with Takahiro Mori, vice chairman of Nippon Steel and the head of its global operations, about the proposed deal.
The popular Pittsburgh spot was praised for its pepperoni size and its unique crust.
Bob Newhart, who starred in the long-running sitcoms "The Bob Newhart Show" and "Newhart," has died at age 94.
"Big Brother" announced Tuesday the 16 new Houseguests who will move into the "Big Brother" house and, for the first time ever, have the power to vote in a 17th houseguest.
"Dance Moms" star Christi Lukasiak is facing DUI charges after a crash in Westmoreland County last month.
After many people criticized Andress' rendition of the National Anthem online, comparing her with Fergie, the singer says she's going to rehab.
Shannen Doherty had been battling cancer since 2015.
In this edition of the Sunday Business Page, Jon Delano is joined by Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro to discuss the recently passed state budget.
Next weekend, a more than 7,000 piece LEGO replica of Beaver Stadium will be unveiled at the Penn State All-Sports Museum.
Stay on top of local weather with meteorologist Carl Lam’s forecast!
Route 21 was closed down in both directions after a water tanker crash near Masontown.
This week's edition of Intersections with Lisa Smith.
KDKA-TV had a busy day on Friday at Picklesburgh in Downtown Pittsburgh.
Cranberry Township police asked all residents to shelter in place and lock their doors while they searched for a "suspicious person."
People in the Pittsburgh area are cleaning up after storms rolled through on Wednesday.
To celebrate a company-wide Community Day, KDKA held a food donation drive for the people who need the most help in our area. The Talk Pittsburgh team loaded the donations up and took them over to Jubilee Kitchen. Here's a look!
Residents in Western Pennsylvania are cleaning up after storms rolled through the region on Monday.