Kennywood's Racer reopens after one-day closure stemming from viral photo
The park closed the ride temporarily so modifications could be made following an inspection by the Department of Agriculture.
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The park closed the ride temporarily so modifications could be made following an inspection by the Department of Agriculture.
Kennywood said the roller coaster was closed for "a non-structural enhancement."
A photo of the Racer roller coaster at Kennywood circulating on social media has park-goers concerned for their safety.
A photo of the Racer roller coaster at Kennywood circulating on social media has park-goers concerned for their safety.
A lifelong Pittsburgher has been named the new general manager of Kennywood.
The Thunderbolt mural at Kennywood is getting a new look.
Want to own a piece of Kennywood history? Pieces of the iconic Thunderbolt mural are hitting the auction block.
Talk Pittsburgh's Boaz Frankel heads over to Kennywood Park to get a taste of the mouth-watering international menu at the Bites & Pints Festival at Kennywood.
Russell Wilson and his wife popstar Ciara visited Kennywood with the team on Monday.
The Thunderbolt is celebrating its 100th birthday.
More kittens were found at Kennywood over the weekend.
The naming contest settled on Potato Smash and Saturday was the debut day for the a-peeling new cars.
Rescue and Relax animal shelter from Edgewood is asking for donations and supplies to help raise the kittens.
Saturday was the 100th anniversary of the wooden rollercoaster.
Kennywood and Phantom's Revenge have again been named among the best theme parks and roller coasters in the country.
Actor Jeremy Renner visited Kennywood while filming season three of "Mayor of Kingstown" in Pittsburgh.
Actor Jeremy Renner, the star of Mayor of Kingstown, stopped by Kennywood over the weekend.
The one-day flavor is being released just one week after a bolt of lightning hit their Kennywood location!
The gates of Kennwyood are now open for its 126th season and for 48 of those years, one man has worked at the amusement park, making him Kennywood's current longest-serving employee.
The Steel Curtain is named after the vaunted Steeler defense of the 1970s, but the roller coaster has spent much of its life on the sidelines.
The park is opening today for its 126th season.
On PTL this morning, Katie got a sneak peak at some of the new features at the park ahead of opening day on April 20!
We were joined by Gloriana Tenney, the creator of GiGi's Cookie Co. We made Kennywood-themed cookies ahead of the park's opening!
DA Zappala along with Kennywood staff and security walked through the park ahead of the opening of the 126th season.
Kennywood implemented several new safety and security features last year after there was a shooting inside the park.
A woman is in custody, and a man is recovering in the hospital after he was stabbed in the buttocks during an argument on Saturday night.
The $3 million renovation for the iconic park in Pittsburgh is expected to be finished by the end of the month.
The day starts off foggy and rainy with seasonable temperatures in Pittsburgh, and that will turn into a wintry mix on Sunday evening.
Kickoff between the Steelers and the Chargers tonight is set for 8:20 p.m. ET at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles.
The 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame class included Warren Zevon, Bad Company, Salt-N-Pepa, Outkast, Soundgarden, Cyndi Lauper and The White Stripes.
A woman is in custody, and a man is recovering in the hospital after he was stabbed in the buttocks during an argument on Saturday night.
The $3 million renovation for the iconic park in Pittsburgh is expected to be finished by the end of the month.
The day starts off foggy and rainy with seasonable temperatures in Pittsburgh, and that will turn into a wintry mix on Sunday evening.
When SNAP benefits expire because of the federal government shutdown, hundreds of thousands of Western Pennsylvanians will struggle to afford food.
Kickoff between the Steelers and the Chargers tonight is set for 8:20 p.m. ET at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles.
Mayor-elect Corey O'Connor announced his choice for public safety director.
A federal judge ordered the Trump administration to provide full food benefits to roughly 42 million Americans enrolled in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program by Friday.
Senate Republicans rejected an offer from Democrats to end the shutdown in exchange for a one-year extension of health care tax credits.
As the longest federal government shutdown in U.S. history nears 40 days, Pittsburgh-area businesses are feeling the strain that has already befallen everyday citizens due to interruptions of necessary services, such as SNAP benefits to provide food for those who qualify. KDKA-TV's Josh Taylor reports.
U.S. District Judge John McConnell ordered the Trump administration to provide the full food stamp benefits by Friday.
According to a recent CARFAX study, the price gap between new and used is closer than usual.
Confusion continues to swirl around whether SNAP benefits will be funded, partially funded, or not funded.
The Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh is giving $10,000 in grant money to the Jewish Family and Community Services Squirrel Hill Food Pantry.
There are ways to stretch what you have without sacrificing the healthy side of eating.
People in Pennsylvania are being alerted to a new scam targeting those who receive SNAP benefits.
A new series debuts today on Talk Pittsburgh: Home Sweet Heather. Tune in at 3 p.m. for the full episode and recipe!
Team PTL's Daisy Jade is at the Lincoln Park Performing Arts Center to see more about their latest production, Finding Nemo Jr.!
Our PTL auction winner, Chris Milton, and his parents, join Heather & David in the PTL kitchen to taste-test the seasonal treat!
Magician Lee Terbosic returns to PTL to talk about the 9-year anniversary of his “Houdini” trick AND his recent engagement
Team PTL's Mikey Hood is taking you inside the David L. Lawrence Convention Center for a sneak peek at the Pittsburgh Pet Expo where you can find diving dogs and oinking pigs!
Campers who bought lifetime memberships to a Laurel Highlands campground say they are being told they have to leave.
Proposed data centers are getting pushback over environments impacts and energy costs.
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.
Lisa Emery, a respiratory therapist, is deeply concerned about West Virginia coal miners suffering from black lung disease.
Higher demand, rising health care costs and the expiration of federal premium tax credits are among the reasons behind the increases.
A Pennsylvania man says an experimental treatment is helping him recover from a spinal cord injury.
At least 11 people have contracted Salmonella linked to powder supplements sold at Sam's Club stores nationwide, health authorities said.
In the most recent round of required testing, the city found a historic low in lead levels in drinking water.
Kickoff between the Steelers and the Chargers tonight is set for 8:20 p.m. ET at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Fernando Mendoza connected with the leaping Cooper with 36 seconds remaining to put Indiana (10-0, 7-0 Big Ten) ahead 27-24.
West Virginia beat Colorado 29-22 Saturday to eliminate the Buffaloes from bowl consideration.
The Devils beat the Penguins 2-1 on Saturday to take sole possession of first place in the NHL's Metropolitan Division.
Lisa Emery, a respiratory therapist, is deeply concerned about West Virginia coal miners suffering from black lung disease.
U.S. Steel on Tuesday detailed an $11 billion growth plan with new owner Nippon Steel that includes modernizing the century-old steelmaker.
Steve DeFrank, chairman of the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission, says there's a right way and a wrong way when it comes to data centers.
Community members have packed into borough council and planning commission meetings in recent weeks with opposition to the proposed data center.
Eos Energy announced a major investment in its operations in the Pittsburgh region.
The 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame class included Warren Zevon, Bad Company, Salt-N-Pepa, Outkast, Soundgarden, Cyndi Lauper and The White Stripes.
The cult classic celebrates its 30th anniversary in 2025, and for many film and Pittsburgh hockey fans, Sudden Death is timeless.
Kendrick Lamar, Lady Gaga and Bad Bunny are among the artists with the most Grammy nominations this year.
Journey is hitting the road one last time, and the band behind hits like "Don't Stop Believin'" and "Any Way You Want It" is coming to Pittsburgh.
Kennywood is once again getting into the festive spirit through its annual Holiday Lights display.
A $3 million upgrade to the fountain and the rest of the park is expected to finish by the end of November.
Stay on top of local weather with meteorologist Mary Ours’s forecast!
KDKA-TV's Cassidy Wood discusses the sports topics of the day.
The fire started early on Saturday morning, and fire crews found a man dead on the second floor of the home. KDKA-TV's Ricky Sayer reports.
Stay on top of local weather with meteorologist Trey Fulbright’s forecast!
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.
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.
