CPI surged in April as inflation soars to highest level in almost 3 years
U.S. consumer prices rose in April, fueled by a spike in energy prices caused by the Iran war.
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U.S. consumer prices rose in April, fueled by a spike in energy prices caused by the Iran war.
Inflation last month rose at an annual rate of 3%, coming in below economists' forecasts as the impact of President Trump's tariffs remain muted.
Adult customers admit to ordering from kids' menus to save money and eat smaller portions, a new survey shows.
The inflation rate was cooler than expected, with July's CPI rising 2.7% on an annual basis.
CBS News is tracking the rising cost of products most impacted by tariffs already imposed and new ones announced by President Trump, from grocery items to cars and trucks.
The Consumer Price Index in June rose 2.7% on an annual basis, in line with economists' predictions.
Beef costs around the U.S. surged to a record high in May. What's driving that jump, and are prices likely to ease up?
The average cost of one pound of ground beef reached a record-high of $5.80 in April, according to numbers from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
The CPI report was cooler than expected, although inflation is still higher than the Federal Reserve's 2% annual goal.
Americans express concern about their ability to pay bills and save money.
Americans have struggled with high grocery costs since inflation soared during the pandemic. Now prices are falling.
The monthly report is viewed as key factor in whether the Federal Reserve cuts its benchmark interest rate in September.
Egg costs are soaring as Americans' eating habits change and as a deadly disease wipes out millions of birds.
Prices reflected the smallest annual increase since October 2021 amid lower costs for gasoline and energy services.
If you've ever wanted to get closer to a hummingbird, there are a couple of ways you can make it happen right in your own yard!
After a long stretch of dry and sunny weather, severe storms are possible around 4 p.m. on Saturday in Pittsburgh.
West Virginia hosts Cal Poly in the 2026 NCAA super regionals at noon at Kendrick Family Ballpark.
The woman accused of assaulting a teen referee at the Robert Morris University Island Sports Center will soon have her record cleared.
The Atlanta Braves opened another home series with a victory, beating the Pittsburgh Pirates 6-3 on Friday night.
If you've ever wanted to get closer to a hummingbird, there are a couple of ways you can make it happen right in your own yard!
After a long stretch of dry and sunny weather, severe storms are possible around 4 p.m. on Saturday in Pittsburgh.
West Virginia hosts Cal Poly in the 2026 NCAA super regionals at noon at Kendrick Family Ballpark.
The woman accused of assaulting a teen referee at the Robert Morris University Island Sports Center will soon have her record cleared.
The Atlanta Braves opened another home series with a victory, beating the Pittsburgh Pirates 6-3 on Friday night.
A Pennsylvania state lawmaker is proposing giving taxpayers $250 to celebrate America's birthday.
Two men wounded in a shooting during then-presidential candidate Donald Trump's 2024 rally at the Butler Farm Show grounds are suing the United States.
A fractured majority of Republican justices sided with a sweeping challenge brought by local and county officials against Oak Run Solar.
The move by Republican Gov. Mike DeWine comes as tax breaks for energy-hungry AI data centers are increasingly playing a role in state budgets.
Allegheny County Sheriff Kevin Kraus is suing over a ballot referendum that he says would illegally impose term limits on his position.
A Pennsylvania state lawmaker is proposing giving taxpayers $250 to celebrate America's birthday.
Buc-ee's plans to open another store in Ohio, bringing its gas station, convenience store and smiling buck-toothed beaver mascot closer to the Pennsylvania stateline.
A James Beard Award-nominated bar is coming back to Pittsburgh.
What if what's sitting in your jewelry drawer is worth more than you think?
The price of electricity in Pennsylvania is going up next month.
Daisy Jade is getting some facetime with 90s legends, The Spin Doctors, who will be the Friday headliner at the arts festival!
Mikey Hood is checking out the wild side of the arts festival with the Neighborhood Ford Store!
Randy Fenoli of "Say Yes To The Dress" fame, joins Heather and David for a special chat ahead of his appearance at the Rivers Casino.
The Artist Market is a place to discover something unexpected, and now, you just have to find a place to display that something unexpected! Boaz Frankel is giving you a look at many of this year's offerings!
Heather and David are getting a first "hand" look at how the Squonk Joy Machine transforms music into an interactive, musical playground!
Pittsburgh's fire boat has been on the water for nearly a decade, but it hasn't seen much action.
A lawsuit has been filed over the smell neighbors say is coming from the Sherwin-Williams plant in Rochester.
Naida Reed contacted KDKA Investigates after she said Pittsburgh Water failed to follow through on what crews allegedly promised.
What if what's sitting in your jewelry drawer is worth more than you think?
A Bethel Park homeowner says he's out thousands of dollars after hiring a contractor to replace his front porch.
Lone star ticks have been found in Franklin and Erie counties in Pennsylvania.
Pittsburgh, with its natural beauty and parks, can be a great place for people to put the phones down and enjoy life.
Doctors say it looks like it will be a bad season for tick-borne diseases.
Temperatures could reach into the 90s this week in Pittsburgh, and that impacts everything, including your sleep.
Frontline healthcare workers at Butler Memorial Hospital overwhelmingly approved their first union contract on Friday.
West Virginia hosts Cal Poly in the 2026 NCAA super regionals at noon at Kendrick Family Ballpark.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
The Atlanta Braves opened another home series with a victory, beating the Pittsburgh Pirates 6-3 on Friday night.
West Virginia University is hosting Cal Poly at 12 p.m. at the Kendrick Family Ballpark at the Monongalia County Baseball Complex.
Ryan O'Hearn homered and drove in three runs to lead the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 5-1 win over the Houston Astros.
Buc-ee's plans to open another store in Ohio, bringing its gas station, convenience store and smiling buck-toothed beaver mascot closer to the Pennsylvania stateline.
A James Beard Award-nominated bar is coming back to Pittsburgh.
A fractured majority of Republican justices sided with a sweeping challenge brought by local and county officials against Oak Run Solar.
The move by Republican Gov. Mike DeWine comes as tax breaks for energy-hungry AI data centers are increasingly playing a role in state budgets.
Ohio's tax break for data centers is costing the state far more than expected.
Ahead of a packed weekend here in Pittsburgh, many are taking to the three rivers ahead of a big country show.
Now that Arts Landing is open, the Three Rivers Arts Festival will have a permanent home.
The trailer teases a high-stakes Robin Hood-esque bank heist from a star-studded crew.
Joe Negri, known to many as Handyman Negri on "Mr. Rogers' Neighborhood," has died at the age of 99, just days shy of his 100th birthday.
President Trump said he is considering replacing the Freedom 250 concert series with a rally after many artists dropped out.
You may know that Ray Petelin considers himself a "Bird Nerd." Today, he is going to show you how to get hummingbirds to come over for a close-up visit!
Stay on top of local weather with meteorologist Mary Ours’s forecast!
A Pennsylvania man wanted on burglary charges was arrested more than 20 years later after authorities said he was found living in Michigan under his brother's identity.
The woman accused of assaulting a teen referee at the Robert Morris University Island Sports Center will soon have her record cleared.
KDKA-TV's Rich Walsh and 93.7 The Fan's Robby Incmikoski 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.
