Hawaii Volcano Lava Flows Into Power Plant, Sparking Fears Of Deadly Gas Release
Emergency workers in Hawaii are racing to protect a geothermal power plant near the Kilauea Volcano.
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Emergency workers in Hawaii are racing to protect a geothermal power plant near the Kilauea Volcano.
First it was catastrophic lava. Then it was sulfur dioxide. Now Big Island residents have yet another danger to worry about.
Hawaii warned residents and airplanes to stay away after a plume of ash from the Kilauea volcano rose 12,000 feet into the air.
Two tiny dogs in Hawaii have been rescued after they were found trapped between a fence and the dangerous lava flows.
High levels of sulfur dioxide are being released at some fissures, posing immediate danger to people's health, Hawaii County officials warned Monday.
Two new fissures opened on Hawaii's Big Island Sunday, spewing lava and fumes and forcing more residents to evacuate.
Experts fear Hawaii's Kilauea volcano is at risk of explosive eruptions that could emit "ballistic projectiles," the USGS says.
After earthquakes and molten lava tore open the earth in Hawaii, residents of the Big Island have new threats to worry about: acid rain and volcanic smog.
Two new cracks in the ground emitting lava and gas have opened up in a Hawaii community where 35 structures have burned down.
Hawaii's Kilauea volcano has destroyed 26 homes and spewed lava hundreds of feet into the air, leaving evacuated residents unsure how long they might be displaced.
The number of homes destroyed by Hawaii's Kilauea volcano jumped to at least 26 on Monday as scientists reported lava spewing more than 200 feet (61 meters) into the air.
There have also been hundreds of earthquakes this week in Hawaii, including a magnitude 6.9 temblor about 10 miles southwest of Leilani Estates on Friday, as the Kilauea volcano erupts.
Kilauea volcano erupted and released lava into a residential area in Hawaii on Thursday, leading to mandatory evacuations of nearby homes.
Hundreds of small earthquakes in Hawaii are shaking the eastern side of Big Island, prompting concerns that Kilauea Volcano could erupt.
A former Hawaii state worker who sent a false missile alert last month said Friday he's devastated about causing panic but was "100 percent sure" at the time that the attack was real.
The now-fired Hawaii emergency worker who sent a false missile alert that caused widespread panic and confusion had performance issues in the past.
A false alarm that warned of a ballistic missile headed for Hawaii sent the islands into a panic Saturday.
Travelers from the future landed in Hawaii on Sunday night.
The Honolulu City Council has unanimously passed a bill making it illegal on Oahu to smoke in vehicles while children are inside.
A judge in Hawaii has blocked the latest version of the Trump administration travel ban just hours before it was set to take effect.
Southwest Airlines will soon start to offer flights to Hawaii.
The U.S. Coast Guard and military crews are responding to a report that an Army helicopter with five aboard went down in the ocean off Hawaii.
A law banning Honolulu pedestrians from using cellphones and other electronic devices while crossing the street will be going into effect Oct. 25.
Two Ohio college students are set for an epic Tinder date in Hawaii that's been three years in the making.
A federal judge in Hawaii has put President Donald Trump's revised travel ban on hold.
More than 150 unvaccinated students exposed to measles in South Carolina schools are quarantining, according to local health officials.
Police have arrested two men on suspicion of murder after the former Lostprophets singer Ian Watkins was stabbed to death at a prison in northern England.
Today's forecast calls for highs in the upper 60s and morning lows in the low 50s.
Some of the area's infrastructure is over a century old and when replacement time comes, it can be very disruptive.
The United Nations' health agency says the number of drug-resistant bacterial infections is surging, compromising life-saving treatments and rendering minor injuries and common infections potentially deadly.
More than 150 unvaccinated students exposed to measles in South Carolina schools are quarantining, according to local health officials.
Police have arrested two men on suspicion of murder after the former Lostprophets singer Ian Watkins was stabbed to death at a prison in northern England.
Today's forecast calls for highs in the upper 60s and morning lows in the low 50s.
Some of the area's infrastructure is over a century old and when replacement time comes, it can be very disruptive.
Terry Smith was named Penn State's interim coach when James Franklin was fired on Sunday.
Former President Joe Biden is undergoing radiation therapy and hormone treatment amid his ongoing treatment for prostate cancer, a spokesperson said.
The government shutdown is now in its tenth day.
A federal grand jury has indicted New York Attorney General Letitia James, marking the second Trump foe to face federal prosecution in recent weeks.
The announcement comes days after President Trump presented a 20-point peace plan aimed at ending the war in Gaza.
Former FBI Director James Comey, a longtime foe of President Trump, appeared in Virginia for an arraignment, in his first court appearance since he was charged.
The Community Supermarket in the Heights Plaza Shopping Center is closing.
It's the age-old question for Pennsylvanians: Sheetz or Wawa?
Some Pittsburgh-area towns accuse one mall owner of deliberately running down his properties.
This closure marks the latest in a long list of retailers that have pulled out of the mall.
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Local maker, Calamityware, is donating a portion of their October proceeds to the KDKA-TV Turkey Fund. Here's how you can get your hands on their fun, quirky and whimsical designs.
In this edition of 'Burgh Buzz, Heather and David have a look at some of the fall festivals and activities going on around western Pennsylvania.
We're chatting with two of the actors from the Pittsburgh Opera as they prepare to bring the classic musical, "La Bohème," to the Benedum Center stage.
People rallied to try and save both jobs and medical care at the only Allegheny Health Network facility in New Kensington.
The Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh is responding after learning a swastika and what appears to be a German war eagle were found tiled into the floor of a Beaver County home.
Some Pittsburgh-area towns accuse one mall owner of deliberately running down his properties.
KDKA Investigates looked into what's behind the county's success in preventing deadly crime.
A Fayette County flower shop is sounding the alarm after learning another out-of-state business appears to be impersonating its company.
Families learn to overcome fear and find strength as they talk openly about loving someone who's struggling with addiction or recovery.
West Virginia Gov. Patrick Morrisey has been walking a mile a day, and urging others to do so.
What Michelle Best of Cook Forest thought would be an easy bike ride landed her in the hospital and in a wheelchair.
Dr. Zach Shasteen is back in the studio. The chiropractor is showing us some stretches you should be doing before going to the pumpkin patch and carving your jack-o-lantern.
In the age of AI, it's easy to ask the technology about everything, including your health, but a doctor cautions, it could mean life and death.
Terry Smith was named Penn State's interim coach when James Franklin was fired on Sunday.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Pittsburgh Steelers outside linebacker Nick Herbig is stepping out of the considerable shadow cast by mentor T.J. Watt.
Aaron Rodgers passed for 235 yards and two touchdowns, and the Pittsburgh Steelers had little trouble with the Cleveland Browns in a 23-9 victory.
Mark Sanchez was hospitalized with multiple stab wounds following the altercation on Oct. 4. He was then charged with battery involving serious bodily injury, a felony.
People rallied to try and save both jobs and medical care at the only Allegheny Health Network facility in New Kensington.
The Community Supermarket in the Heights Plaza Shopping Center is closing.
It's the age-old question for Pennsylvanians: Sheetz or Wawa?
The company recently applied for $7.5 million in state grant funding that would be used to tear down the existing mall structures to make way for redevelopment.
Some Pittsburgh-area towns accuse one mall owner of deliberately running down his properties.
Diane Keaton had a decades-long career with performances in 1977's "Annie Hall," the "The Godfather" films, and many more.
The trailer for Season 4 of the Pittsburgh-filmed drama "Mayor of Kingstown" is out.
A ribbon-cutting and induction ceremony for the first 10 names being added to the Pittsburgh Walk of Fame will be held later this month.
It's been 15 years since a song talking about a couple of colors made a music artist a household name.
Dolly Parton's spokesperson told CBS News that she was filming the video to address fans' concerns.
Peoples Gas says it will be replacing about 700 feet of a line that dates back to 1947.
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The man was shot in the neck around 10 p.m. and died at the hospital a short time later.
President Trump arrived in Tel Aviv and met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ahead of plans to meet with families of hostages.
Watch as Brian Batko, Andrew Fillipponi, and Ray Fittipaldo join KDKA-TV's Bob Pompeani for another round of sound on this edition of the #1 Cochran Sports Showdown!
The 44th annual KDKA-TV Turkey Fund will help our neighbors in need have a nice meal for Thanksgiving.
West Virginia scored a late touchdown to tie the game and then beat Pitt in overtime to win the 108th Backyard Brawl.
Eli Holstein threw for 304 yards and 4 touchdown passes in the 45-17 Panthers' win over the Chippewas.
Spaun made a thrilling 64-foot birdie putt to win the U.S. Open at Oakmont Country Club.
It was a wet and rainy day at Oakmont Country Club for the third round of the U.S. Open.
