Thousands Line Up On Labor Day To Visit Historic WWII Ship
A line on the North Shore Riverwalk was three times as long as the vessel they were waiting to board on Labor Day.
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A line on the North Shore Riverwalk was three times as long as the vessel they were waiting to board on Labor Day.
It's a long way from Evansville, Indiana, to Pittsburgh's North Shore when you're traveling 10 miles an hour.
Sunrise in Ambridge. LST 325, which landed on Omaha Beach on D-Day, would pass the town that built so many of the vessels.
It was an unusual delivery to the Heinz History Center -- a 37-ton Sherman tank now parked outside the museum as part of the center's "World War II -- We Can Do It" exhibit.
An empty shell of crumbling brick is all that remains of the Bantam car company, the Butler plant which played a huge role in winning World War II.
The bomb squad has been called to the city's Brighton Heights section after a live mortar was reportedly found in a home this afternoon.
This Saturday, Heinz History Center will open an exhibit called "We can do it! Pittsburgh's impact on World War II."
The battlefield stretched around the world for American forces in World War II.
Two hearses make their way through the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies.
World War II was winding down in the Phllipines, but danger lurked behind each tree, as American soldiers pushed their way through the island nation, driving Japanese forces toward the sea.
A local World War II veteran has dedicated his life's work to getting his former sergeant from the Battle of Iwo Jima recognized for saving his life during the war.
A local family waited nearly 50-years for the remains of their soldier to be returns after World War II, now his recently discovered personal items are on display for all to see.
Many know Chicago is known as "the Windy City" and Wrigley Field is one of America's oldest baseball stadiums, but there are a lot of other things about this great city that are not widely known.
Weekend visitors to Allegheny County Airport will get a chance to see the "Memphis Belle."
June 6, 1944. Thousands of lives hung in the balance as young men stormed the beaches. Many would not come back. Of those who did, a precious few remain.
Friday June 6 marks the 70th Anniversary of D-Day, the day the Allies stormed the beaches of Normandy to eventually defeat Hitler and the Nazi's. Gen. Dwight D. Eisenhower addressed the 160,000 troops that this operation is a crusade where "we will not accept anything less than a full victory."
World War II Veteran talks about his experience with D-Day.
Paul Warhola, a World War II Navy Veteran and elder brother of the artist Andy Warhol, has died. He was 91.
Local Civil Rights fighter and Tuskegee Airman Wendell G. Freeland died at his home early Friday morning. He was 88-years-old.
It's been a very long time coming. After 13-long years, Pittsburgh's World War II Memorial was dedicated on Dec. 6.
After 13 long years, Pittsburgh's World War II Memorial was dedicated this morning.
With Veterans Day events being held all across the area today, some are quite small, while others fill entire banquet halls.
During World War II, a Pittsburgh artist sketched hundreds of portraits of servicemen and women.
It was a day that some World War II veterans thought they would never live to see: the dedication and unveiling of Tuskegee Airman's Memorial of Greater Pittsburgh.
They were fighting two wars at once - World War II and the war against bigotry.
Marc Fogel, a Pennsylvania man imprisoned in Russia, has been designated as "wrongfully detained," according to the U.S. Department of State.
With days to go before New Year's Eve, here are some events happening in the Pittsburgh area.
Steelers quarterback Russell Wilson opened up the "Why Not You" Center in Shadyside.
One person is dead following a SWAT standoff in the Allentown section of Pittsburgh.
Researchers say human-caused climate change dealt people an average of nearly six weeks of extra extreme heat in 2024, while also fueling more destructive storms.
Marc Fogel, a Pennsylvania man imprisoned in Russia, has been designated as "wrongfully detained," according to the U.S. Department of State.
With days to go before New Year's Eve, here are some events happening in the Pittsburgh area.
Steelers quarterback Russell Wilson opened up the "Why Not You" Center in Shadyside.
One person is dead following a SWAT standoff in the Allentown section of Pittsburgh.
Researchers say human-caused climate change dealt people an average of nearly six weeks of extra extreme heat in 2024, while also fueling more destructive storms.
Marc Fogel, a Pennsylvania man imprisoned in Russia, has been designated as "wrongfully detained," according to the U.S. Department of State.
Pennsylvania state Rep. Melissa Shusterman says her legislation cracking down on ghost guns is "common-sense."
President Biden signed legislation Christmas Eve to make the bald eagle officially the U.S. national bird.
Former President Bill Clinton was released from a hospital in Washington. D.C., on Christmas Eve, following an overnight stay for treatment of a fever and flu.
A government panel has failed to reach consensus on the possible national security risks of a nearly $15 billion proposed deal for Nippon Steel to purchase U.S. Steel.
A fire in Everson, Fayette County, killed 6 pets.
Shoppers in Pittsburgh were preparing for the holiday gift return rush on Thursday morning.
Since 9 a.m. on Christmas Eve morning, the Walmart in Hempfield Township was bustling with people coming in at the 11th hour for a few odds and ends and to round out their Christmas shopping.
There was "snow" stopping people from getting their last-minute presents on Friday.
Workers at Amazon facilities in major U.S. cities went on strike Thursday morning.
Downtown Pittsburgh is turning into a winter wonderland this New Year's Eve! We learned about what you can expect on New Year's Eve in the Steel City!
We moved into the PTL Kitchen to surprise Celina on her last show with us to have a Pompeani Pizza Party!
Your incredible generosity has helped us raise over $90 million for the Free Care Fund at UPMC Children's Hospital. We revealed this year's grand total!
Our PTL Pup Maz was here today! We got to see how her training has been going and if she learned any new commands!
The holiday spirit was in full swing today on the show. David and Heather got to play Santa as they exchanged gifts!
An attempt to cut down on energy bills turned into a financial nightmare for a Beaver Falls man.
A Pittsburgh woman says she's dealing with a rodent infestation because of a neighboring house that's condemned.
Making housing more affordable is the cornerstone of the Gainey administration, but critics say his efforts have fallen short.
High-speed police chases can lead to the arrest of suspected criminals. But do the chases pose a risk to the public?
The University of Pittsburgh says it is jumping into the NIL sphere with both feet.
A University of Pittsburgh research group is reaching new limits and perfecting a robot to help people with ALS live better lives.
Sharon Regional Medical Center employees rallied with family and friends to save the hospital from an impending closure.
Miller Shevitz of Beaver Falls is at his happiest when he's showing off his toys.
Eleven-year-old Jayden Randall of Carrick is one of the children who is alive and thriving today thanks to UPMC Children's Hospital.
Just a few weeks ago, Christine Dankwardt worried walking down the hall would never be possible for her 15-year-old daughter Marissa.
Baltimore's victory over Houston averaged 24.3 million viewers, while Kansas City's win at Pittsburgh averaged 24.1 million, according to early viewer figures released by Nielsen.
Toledo beat Pittsburgh 48-46 in a BCS-record six overtimes at the GameAbove Sports Bowl at Ford Field on Thursday.
The Pittsburgh Steelers are reeling following a 29-10 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs.
For the third time in the team's history, the Steelers played in a major matchup against the Chiefs on Christmas Day.
Patrick Mahomes passed for 320 yards and three touchdowns and the Kansas City Chiefs locked up the top seed in the AFC for the fourth time in seven seasons with a 29-10 win over the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Dozens of shoppers lined up outside for the one place they count on for their Christmas Eve feast.
Capitol buildings are almost always an imposing presence.
A pair of businessmen say they have plans to breathe new life into the former Redbeard's on Mount Washington.
Pittsburgh Popcorn's food processing facility has been shut down.
Another restaurant in Pittsburgh's Station Square is closing.
Baltimore's victory over Houston averaged 24.3 million viewers, while Kansas City's win at Pittsburgh averaged 24.1 million, according to early viewer figures released by Nielsen.
A judge ruled that a woman who says she was raped by Jay-Z and Sean "Diddy" Combs when she was 13 can proceed anonymously, for now, in her lawsuit against the rap moguls.
Hudson Meek, the 16-year-old actor known for his performance in the 2017 film "Baby Driver," died Dec. 21 in Alabama, authorities said.
It seems that every year around the holidays, people tend to revisit a select few movies.
While 2024 may be ending, there's much to look forward to next year, including a major entertainment project by PNC Park.
KDKA First Alert Meteorologist Mary Ours has the latest forecast this afternoon.
Marc Fogel designated "wrongfully detained" by U.S Government
Multiple homes caught fire in Connellsville
We're just a few days from New Year's Eve, but there is still last-minute holiday fun to be had!
Steelers' QB Russell Wilson opens up 'Why Not You' Center in Pittsburgh
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.
Crews found the body of Elizabeth Pollard, the Pennsylvania grandma who fell into a sinkhole in Unity Township.
A Pennsylvania woman might have fallen into a sinkhole while searching for her missing cat, police said.
