Seasonal Hiring Helps Unemployment Rate
For the first time in two-and-a-half-years the unemployment rate fell to 8.6 percent in November. It's the lowest since the darkest days of the recession.
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For the first time in two-and-a-half-years the unemployment rate fell to 8.6 percent in November. It's the lowest since the darkest days of the recession.
With Pennsylvania Auditor General Jack Wagner appearing before the House Liquor Control Committee Wednesday to argue against privatizing Pennsylvania liquor sales, the largest union representing state liquor store employees is throwing its support behind him.
Grover Norquist, founder and president of Americans for Tax Reform, joins NewsRadio 1020 KDKA's Mike Pintek to discuss the Republican presidential candidates and their various commitments to not raising taxes.
Jack Abramoff joined Mike Pintek on the show today to talk about his new book, "Capitol Punishment: The Hard Truth About Washington Corruption From America's Most Notorious Lobbyist."
With Congress's own supercommittee unable to compromise, both sides were blaming each other and frustrated at the inability to agree on tax reforms and budget cuts.
KDKA Radio's Chris Moore was joined by Dr. Catherine Lutz, editor of the book "The Bases of Empire: The Struggle Against U.S. Military Posts."
Pittsburgh City Councilman Ricky Burgess is angry tonight, calling the act against him an attempt to destroy him. Flyers accusing the councilman of trading grades for sex were posted around the North Side campus of the Community College of Allegheny County.
Mike Pintek was joined today by Jim Burn, President of the Allegheny County Council.
A poster plastered all over a local college campus accuses a professor - a Pittsburgh councilman - of trading grades for sex.
Allegheny County Council formally introduced a bill that would raise taxes for property owners. The bill is likely to pass, but County Executive Dan Onorato could veto it.
The failure by Penn State assistant coach Mike McQueary or anybody else at Penn State to notify police when Jerry Sandusky was caught in the shower with a young boy has spurred new legislation.
Allegheny County Council Democrats proposed a 1 mill property tax increase Monday, part of an effort to curb the effects of $50 million in service cuts.
For the first time in 10 years, there are plans to increase property taxes in Allegheny County. Proponents say it could raise millions of dollars to help restore recent human services cuts in the area.
CBS will present the Campaign 2012 season's first network broadcast of a Republican Presidential Primary debate on Saturday, Nov. 12.
Speculation is growing that former Homeland Security Secretary and PA Gov. Tom Ridge could replace Penn State president Graham Spanier, even though sources close to Ridge tell KDKA-TV that no one official at Penn State has approached Ridge about the position.
Karoline Heintz, a PennWest California soccer player who police said was killed by her boyfriend, is being remembered for her "sweet, beautiful soul."
Geno Smith threw for a touchdown during a brief preseason appearance and the New York Jets defeated the Pittsburgh Steelers 17-0.
An outbreak of E. coli and salmonella that has sickened dozens of people across 15 states has been linked to an alfalfa grower in Minnesota, federal health officials said Friday.
Stephen Zappala provided an update on the Allegheny County District Attorney's Office's investigation into alleged stolen taxpayer money in Pittsburgh.
The Starboard Villa Apartments in Westmoreland County are dealing with a flooding problem every time heavy rain hits the area.
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.
Daisy visits The Frick Pittsburgh Museums & Gardens to check out their newest exhibition!
Leaning into fall by making fall treats with Terina Hicks from Cobbler World!
Shari Zatman from 'Perfectly Planned by Shari' shows Heather and Boaz how to make a paintbrush floral art piece!
Party Planner Shari Zatman shows Heather and Boaz how to throw an art-themed party!
Garden Guru Doug Oster joins Heather and Boaz to promote the first-ever Pittsburgh Garlic Festival. It takes place Sunday, August 23rd at Flora Park Garden Center and Creamery in South Park.
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.
Geno Smith threw for a touchdown during a brief preseason appearance and the New York Jets defeated the Pittsburgh Steelers 17-0.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Kickoff between the Steelers and the Jets is set for 7 p.m. at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh.
Mark Kulbis is also facing misdemeanor counts of involuntary manslaughter and reckless endangerment in the death of Calvin "CJ" Dickey Jr.
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.
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.
After Friday's preseason game, Steelers fans weigh in on how the team played, including the quarterback battle between Drew Allar and Will Howard.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast!
Two Brackenridge residents were arrested after a 9-year-old boy was allegedly assaulted, according to the Allegheny County Police Department.
KDKA-TV's Rich Walsh and analyst Arthur Moats break down the Pittsburgh Steelers-New York Jets preseason game during a special edition of the Nightly Sports Call.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast!
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.
