Polls: Mitt Romney Wins First Debate Against Barack Obama
In their first match-up one-on-one in the presidential debate, President Obama was bested by Governor Mitt Romney, say some local political and communication experts.
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In their first match-up one-on-one in the presidential debate, President Obama was bested by Governor Mitt Romney, say some local political and communication experts.
University of Pittsburgh Political Communications Professor Jerry Shuster pays attention to mannerisms and facial expressions. He says that's 85 percent of what an audience takes away.
Barack Obama and Mitt Romney will face off tonight in the first of three presidential debates -- and lots of local residents will be watching.
To help voters learn more, CBS Local invited the two candidates to answer 10 key questions in the CBS Local Presidential Forum, which kicks off today with the issue of the economy and jobs.
The whole controversy over voter ID is full of politics. Republicans, who said they wanted to safeguard the election process, admitted it might give Mitt Romney the edge in Pennsylvania. And Democrats said the bill was designed to keep Democrats from voting in big cities.
A judge issued a ruling on Pennsylvania's controversial voter ID law Tuesday morning and some Democrats are calling it a victory.
KDKA's Radio Mike Pintek talked with State House Minority Leader Jay Costa about the Highmark and WPAHS deal that has fallen apart.
Republican Congressman Tim Murphy and his Democratic opponent, Washington County commissioner Larry Maggi, traded barbs, as the race in the 18th Congressional District heats up.
Despite many negative attack ads on television, both Congressman Mark Critz and his Republican challenger Keith Rothfus seem to take them in stride.
Is there a tell-tale sign that a poll came from one political party over another, in order to help their side? Do your personal political leanings affect your views on a certain poll's level of credibility?
In the midst of continuing court hearings on the state's controversial voter ID program, Governor Tom Corbett defended the new photo identification law that opponents say could keep thousands from voting on November 6th.
Representative Daryl Metcalfe joined Mike Pintek on NewsRadio 1020 KDKA to defend himself against critics.
PennDOT is changing the requirements for IDs, making it easier for everyone to get one before the November election. Now all you need is your Social Security number, but opponents say the change comes too late.
Attorney General candidate Kathleen Kane picked up support from local law enforcement officials today. Kane - a former prosecutor and Democrat - was endorsed by the Suburban Fraternal Order of Police and others.
Karoline Heintz was a first-year student at PennWest California. A man and his mother are charged in her death.
Karoline Heintz was killed by Royce Moser, her boyfriend, in Washington County, Pennsylvania, authorities said.
Charles Plum, a 17-year-old motorcyclist, was killed in a crash with the driver of a box truck in Georges Township, Fayette County.
More than 300 Pittsburgh Public Schools buses are equipped with AI-enabled Bus Patrol cameras.
The on-site parking garage partially collapsed in late April, and people who live there say that's just the start of the problems.
Veteran organizations and businesses are asking state legislators to pass a bill allowing them to keep their so-called "skill-game" machines.
"We've seen too many developers who are trying to bulldoze our community," Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro told "CBS Mornings."
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro on Tuesday said he's instituting what he calls the strictest data center guardrails in the country.
On Tuesday, Pennsylvania took a major step in the fight against the negative impacts of social media, particularly on children.
In a wide-ranging interview with the CBS News partner BBC News, Hunter Biden grew emotional as he discussed his father's condition, describing it as very sad to watch.
The store is expected to open sometime next year.
Buffalo Township police are warning about scammers after investigating several cases where residents have fallen victim.
On Tuesday, Pennsylvania took a major step in the fight against the negative impacts of social media, particularly on children.
While the importance of the family support system is timeless, a new study found it creates financial stressors for all involved.
The store will be located at the North Hills Village shopping center along McKnight Road.
Pittsburgh Today Live's Turkey Fund Kickoff Show will take place on Sept. 18. 2026, with tickets going on sale on Aug. 25!
Table Magazine's Arts and Culture Editor Sean Collier shares his ideas on how to spend this weekend in Pittsburgh.
Back-to-school season can be stressful, so a certified family physician shares ways to make this time easier!
Heather and Daisy meet Uzo, the local rescue pup that is a top-10 finalist in People Magazine's World's Cutest Rescue Dog Contest!
Content Creator and former college football player Cullen Honohan extends his viral online career to help put Robert Morris University basketball more on the map.
More than 300 Pittsburgh Public Schools buses are equipped with AI-enabled Bus Patrol cameras.
The Bob O'Connor Golf Course has been run by a nonprofit with a charitable mission, but the course has been losing money.
KDKA Investigates has received several concerns about the integrity of the bridge, leading to an eight-month investigation into how safe the bridge is.
Going to college was once considered a very safe investment, but with tuition soaring, is it still worth the price tag?
The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection and the Sherwin-Williams Manufacturing Company entered into a consent order and agreement.
More than three years later, we're beginning to learn about the health impacts of the Norfolk Southern train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio.
Several waterways across Pennsylvania tested high for E. coli, environmental groups said.
The Pennsylvania measles outbreak isn't slowing down, and one local doctor said Pittsburgh is not immune.
The countdown to the first day of school is on, and now is the time to start making some adjustments.
In a wide-ranging interview with the CBS News partner BBC News, Hunter Biden grew emotional as he discussed his father's condition, describing it as very sad to watch.
A Pittsburgh-area mother says she was told her child cannot play football this season, even after he'd spent weeks preparing for game action.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
The legendary Penguins goaltender will be inducted into the Penguins Hall of Fame on November 14.
Mark Kulbis is also facing misdemeanor counts of involuntary manslaughter and reckless endangerment in the death of Calvin "CJ" Dickey Jr.
Brandon Lowe homered off Detroit closer Kenley Jansen with two outs in the ninth inning to lift the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 4-3 win over the Tigers.
The international fashion retailer Zara will open a location in Ross Park Mall in 2028, as the mall continues to thrive.
Some Bloomfield business owners paint a nuanced picture of how the annual Little Italy Days festival impacts them, saying that while they don't dislike the festival, they do make less money than they normally would.
The store is expected to open sometime next year.
On Tuesday, Pennsylvania took a major step in the fight against the negative impacts of social media, particularly on children.
Part of the state budget calls for $20 million to go to main street development in communities.
The Jonas Brothers are returning to Pittsburgh later this year.
Hayden Panettiere, who starred in "Remember the Titans" as a child actor and rose to fame in the series "Heroes," has died at the age of 36. The coroner's office says she was found in cardiac arrest.
The tour will be coming to Acrisure Stadium on May 8, 2027.
The popular vocal quintet Pentatonix is returning to Pittsburgh this holiday season.
Joe Manganiello says even when he spent 25 years living in Los Angeles, he always considered Pittsburgh home.
KDKA-TV's Rich Walsh and 93.7 The Fan's Chris Mueller discuss the sports topics of the day.
Karoline Heintz, a PennWest California soccer team member, was found dead in her car. Her boyfriend and his mother are charged in her death.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast!
Royce Moser was charged with homicide in the death of Karoline Heintz, a soccer player at PennWest California in Pennsylvania.
Karoline Heintz was stabbed to death by Royce Moser, her boyfriend, in Washington County, Pennsylvania, authorities said.
Mike Tomlin stepped down as head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers after 19 seasons with the team.
Pitt's regular season has ended with an 8-4 record.
Pitt's five-game winning streak came to an end with a 37-15 loss to Notre Dame.
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.
