Trump directs Treasury to stop minting new pennies, citing cost
The U.S. Mint reported losing $85.3 million in the 2024 fiscal year that ended in September on the nearly 3.2 billion pennies it produced.
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The U.S. Mint reported losing $85.3 million in the 2024 fiscal year that ended in September on the nearly 3.2 billion pennies it produced.
President Trump also says he'll announce "reciprocal tariffs" on Tuesday or Wednesday.
The planned meeting comes as President Trump told reporters Friday in the Oval Office that he "may meet" with Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
States are absorbing substantial increases in healthcare costs for the poor, as they realize that the people remaining on Medicaid rolls after the COVID-19 pandemic are sicker than anticipated and costlier to care for.
An Ohio city inundated with threats last year related to an influx of Haitian immigrants has sued a neo-Nazi group that it says was at the heart of the onslaught.
President Trump met with Japan's prime minister and said that Nippon Steel can now invest in U.S. Steel rather than purchasing it.
The acting Pittsburgh police chief has been tapped to lead the bureau, Mayor Ed Gainey announced on Friday.
President Trump said Friday that Japan's Nippon Steel will drop its $14.1 billion bid to acquire U.S. Steel and instead "invest heavily" in the company.
In a press conference with the Japanese prime minister, President Trump indicated Elon Musk has wide latitude to review nearly every federal agency.
The Allegheny County Elections Division on Wednesday announced the winner of its first-ever "I Voted" sticker contest.
The NFL is stenciling "Choose Love" in the back of one of the end zones at the Superdome for the Super Bowl rather than "End Racism."
The USPS halted an order to suspend incoming packages from China that threatened to severely disrupt trade between the two major economies.
In a news conferrence with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, President Trump said the U.S. would "take over the Gaza Strip" and "own it."
Gov. Josh Shapiro will seek more money for underfunded public schools and public transit in his budget proposal unveiled Tuesday
Patrick De Haan, Head of Petroleum Analysis for GasBuddy says there should be very minimal impact to the Pittsburgh region.
More than a week after two dogs killed a family's pet emu in McKeesport, the owner of the dogs was cited.
With the Commercial Street Bridge project stealing the headlines, another massive project on Pittsburgh's highways is moving right along.
For the next couple of days, the mornings will be cool, the daytime will be warm, and nights will be comfortable in Pittsburgh.
Westinghouse is disassembling and moving its historic atom smasher after nearly 90 years in Forest Hills.
Local photographers are heartbroken after a young eagle was hit and killed by a train in Beaver County earlier this month.
Dr. Anthony Fauci appeared before the Senate to testify on the origins of the COVID-19 pandemic but invoked his Fifth Amendment rights in answering all questions.
Republican Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine told CBS News the Trump administration's plan to ramp up deportations of Haitian migrants is a "mistake," arguing the move could bruise Ohio's economy.
The plans include arresting migrants in Ohio and quickly putting them on deportation flights to crisis-stricken Haiti, the internal documents indicate.
With one day left, there are still no constitutional sentencing guidelines for the Pennsylvania judicial system when it comes to felony murder.
The lawsuit claims the Trump administration is withholding hundreds of millions of dollars in disaster-preparedness and homeland security grants to pressure states to change policies on elections and immigration.
A Westmoreland County family said having a secret room is not as cool as it sounds, after finding a large void under their garage built by Ryan Homes
Last year, Americans received nearly 30 billion scam robocalls and text messages.
The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission approved a 3.5% toll increase that goes into effect on January 3, 2027.
After about three dozen Allegheny County home deeds were fraudulently put into an LLC's name, experts are sharing tips for protecting yourself.
Giant Eagle has remained the dominant grocer in southwestern Pennsylvania for more than 40 years, and one of those reasons was the exit of Kroger.
Summertime activities can be physically demanding... luckily, fitness and health contributor Dr. Natalie has some simple stretches and tips to share to keep us on the move, pain-free!
Now it's time for Heather and David to reveal some of the stories they've never shared.
'Stories From A Stranger' is more than just a podcast...it's a collection of some of the most honest, heartfelt, and raw answers to simple questions. But today, PTL is listening to HIS story.
It's that season! The team has started arriving at Saint Vincent College...and so have we! Rich Walsh is live from the action.
Previewing Steeler's Training Camp! Plus...Whatcha Think Wednesday: Do you struggle with saying 'no' ?
Opposition to a data center at the back end of an industrial park is growing among residents of Hanover Township, Washington County.
A small community in Fayette County is pushing for answers after finding what appears to be raw sewage spilling into the woods.
Developers want to fill the former Vincentian Marion Manor facility in Banksville with new townhomes.
A Westmoreland County family said having a secret room is not as cool as it sounds, after finding a large void under their garage built by Ryan Homes
Allegheny County is facing a major financial crisis.
Allegheny County has nearly three dozen cases of cyclosporiasis resulting in two hospitalizations.
People who buy their healthcare coverage in Pennsylvania through the Affordable Care Act are expected to see their premiums skyrocket.
An investigation is underway in Uniontown, Fayette County, after police said a man was found dead in his car with a can of Galaxy Gas on the floor.
A public hearing was held on Friday for input on the pending Independence Health and West Virginia University Health System merger.
Pennsylvania is one of four more states now part of a cyclospora outbreak linked to shredded iceberg lettuce from central Mexico.
Eduardo Rodríguez pitched eight shutout innings, Gabriel Moreno hit a two-run homer and the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 3-0 on Wednesday, clinching the three-game series.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Wednesday morning marked the beginning of the Steelers training camp for fans.
Mark Kulbis is also facing misdemeanor counts of involuntary manslaughter and reckless endangerment in the death of Calvin "CJ" Dickey Jr.
Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers says there's "zero debate" that this season will be his last.
Data center projects are on municipal drawing boards across the Pittsburgh region, and public opposition is growing.
Businesses in Latrobe and Unity Township are getting ready for the annual influx of players, coaches and fans for Steelers training camp.
A petition is now circulating to put an end to Pittsburgh's South Side Street Fest.
A world-renowned Pittsburgh technical school and a major airline have signed an agreement to work hand in hand.
The former glass plant in Charleroi has been listed for sale.
Paramount Skydance on Friday said it would delay the deal until as late as June 2027.
Dave Matthews stopped by a Pittsburgh restaurant before his show at Star Lake on Friday night.
The ruling comes after a coalition of 12 states sued to block the deal, arguing it would harm consumers and the entertainment industry.
New Zealand actor Sam Neill, known for "Jurassic Park" and "The Piano," died Monday at 78, his family says.
The new movie "Young Washington" opened over the Fourth of July weekend, earning more than $20 million at the box office and becoming the nation's top live-action film.
While the Commercial Street Bridge project was the focus of the summer, PennDOT has quietly been working toward the completion of another massive project: the Wexford I-79 interchange. John Shumway learned more about the new "flyover."
Stay on top of local weather with meteorologist Trey Fulbright’s forecast!
The Westinghouse Atom Smasher is to be disassembled and moved.
More than a week after two dogs killed a family's pet emu in McKeesport, the owner of the dogs was cited.
KDKA-TV's Bob Pompeani and 93.7 The Fan's Chris Mueller discuss the sports topics of the day.
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.
