Congressman-elect admits lying, says he'll still be sworn in
The Republican has apologized, but says even though he lied, he will not step down.
Elections
Democratic, GOP Pa. House leaders meet to try to resolve which party's in charge
Democrats believe the election results are clear: The will of voters in a majority of House districts is for Democrats to represent them.
Non-religious voters wield clout, tilt heavily Democratic
Voters with no religious affiliation supported Democratic candidates and abortion rights by staggering percentages in the 2022 midterm elections.
Recount efforts hold up Pennsylvania election certifications
The Pennsylvania Department of State has declined to say how many counties have failed to meet the certification deadline.
What Pa. Dems taking House means for abortion, voting rights
Montgomery County Rep. Todd Stephens conceded his race Thursday to Democrat Melissa Cerrato, giving Dems 102 seats in the state House.
Trump announces he's running for president again in 2024
He enters the race saddled with personal and professional legal battles that have not yet been resolved.
Ron DeSantis defeats Charlie Crist to win another term in office
Republican Florida Governor Ron DeSantis was elected to another term on Tuesday night by Florida voters, beating Democratic challenger Charlie Crist.
Allegheny County warns many mail-in ballots at risk of not being counted
More than 1,000 ballots in Allegheny County are at risk of not counting; KDKA's Briana Smith reports.
Allegheny County reporting date issues on some ballots
Allegheny County Elections officials are reporting more than 1,000 mail-in ballots with date issues; KDKA's Briana Smith reports.
Bernie Sanders rallies support for candidate Summer Lee
Senator Bernie Sanders was out and about with Democratic House candidate Summer Lee today.
KDKA's 17th Congressional District Debate Pt. 2
KDKA is hosting the 17th Congressional District debate between Democrat Chris Deluzio and Republican Jeremy Shaffer.
Sunday Business Page: Keystone Party
In this edition of the Sunday Business Page, KDKA Political Editor Jon Delano is talking with Gus Tatlas, the chairperson of the new political party - the Keystone Party.
With election deniers running for office, our right to vote is on the ballot
More than 300 GOP candidates for state and national office have been identified by CBS News as "election deniers" for having refused to accept the 2020 presidential results as legitimate. Experts say the midterms' outcome could impact our right to vote.
Fetterman and Oz both say they support fracking. Should they?
Democrat John Fetterman and Republican Mehmet Oz didn't agree on much at their debate in Harrisburg this week. One exception: hydraulic fracturing of natural gas, or "fracking."
KDKA hosts 17th Congressional District debate
KDKA is hosting the 17th Congressional District debate between Democrat Chris Deluzio and Republican Jeremy Shaffer.
Poll: Shapiro maintains lead against Mastriano in race for Pennsylvania governor
Josh Shapiro is well liked, while Doug Mastriano is viewed as extreme.
2022 General Election Guide: Information For Pennsylvania Voters
Pennsylvania voters head to the polls Tuesday, Nov. 8, to cast their ballots in the state's General Election.
Battle rages in W.Va. over control of public school policy
Voters in West Virginia will get the final say on the ballot question.
Deadlines upcoming for the midterm elections
Deadlines are coming up in Pennsylvania for voters ahead of the upcoming midterm elections.
The 2022 election influencers
Here are the groups influencing and likely deciding the midterm elections. CBS News will follow them to see how they vote — and if they vote in November.
Deadline to register to vote in West Virginia is Tuesday
The deadline has almost arrived to register to vote in the Nov. 8 General Election in West Virginia.
Acting Pennsylvania Secretary of State highlights changes for voters ahead of midterms
The acting Pennsylvania Secretary of State Leigh Chapman is highlighting how mail ballots and in-person voting will be different for midterms
Pa. State Rep. Austin Davis casts vote for November election
Davis is running to become the state's first Black lieutenant governor.
Fetterman rallies in Pittsburgh one day after Oz stumps with Toomey
The Pennsylvania Senate race is getting tighter by the day, according to new poll numbers.
CBS News Battleground Tracker: Candidate Likeability
A new CBS News Battleground Tracker poll is diving deeper into the heated races coming up in the midterm elections.
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Train derailment causes massive fire in East Palestine, Ohio
Crews remain at the scene of a massive fire caused by a train derailment in Ohio.
Fill-the-Pantry pep rally drums up community support at Bethel Park High School
The competitive cheer squad was collecting items and funds for the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank.
Republicans endorse Carluccio for seat on state's high court
Party committee members voting at their meeting in Hershey backed Carluccio over two other judges who had sought the endorsement.
Tominaga scores 30, Nebraska holds off Penn State 72-63
The win moves Nebraska (11-13, 4-9 Big Ten) past last season's win total and matches last season's number of conference victories.
Residents urged to stay away as crews continue to survey East Palestine train wreckage
Locals are asked to stay away and, if not in the evacuation zone, to stay home.
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Train derailment causes massive fire in East Palestine, Ohio
Crews remain at the scene of a massive fire caused by a train derailment in Ohio.
Republicans endorse Carluccio for seat on state's high court
Party committee members voting at their meeting in Hershey backed Carluccio over two other judges who had sought the endorsement.
Tominaga scores 30, Nebraska holds off Penn State 72-63
The win moves Nebraska (11-13, 4-9 Big Ten) past last season's win total and matches last season's number of conference victories.
Residents urged to stay away as crews continue to survey East Palestine train wreckage
Locals are asked to stay away and, if not in the evacuation zone, to stay home.
Pittsburgh Weather: Weekend closes out with few isolated showers
Skies are growing cloudier as a little bit of wet weather lingers around.
Politics
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Republicans endorse Carluccio for seat on state's high court
Party committee members voting at their meeting in Hershey backed Carluccio over two other judges who had sought the endorsement.
Go 'Around The Table' with Stacy Smith
Stream Around The Table segments here on CBS News Pittsburgh.
Views of U.S. economy improve but remain low; debt ceiling uncertainty looms
Americans want compromise. The prospect of default impacts views.
Suspected Chinese spy balloon shot down off South Carolina coast
Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin said President Biden authorized the operation to shoot down the balloon.
West Virginia House passes gender-affirming treatment ban
The legislation passed 84-10, with all 'no' votes coming from the body's shrinking delegation of Democrats.
Consumer News
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I Made It! Mine Market coming to The Block Northway for Valentine's Day event
We're chatting with Carrie Nardini, the director of I Made It! Market, about the upcoming Valentine's Day market event at The Block Northway.
W2 Wednesday: Tax tips to get you the maximum refund
We've reached tax season with W2s going out today, so what do you need to know now that the filling time has come?
Ford recalls SUVs due to backup camera problem
Ford is recalling nearly 383,000 SUVs in the U.S. because the touch screens may not display a camera image when backing up.
Pennsylvania 'on high alert' for bird flu as egg prices drop
The year-long avian flu outbreak has surprised many experts in its duration and intensity.
Shopping for savings: Making sure your stomach stays full without emptying your wallet
With high prices, what can you stock up on and save?
Pittsburgh Today Live
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That's a Wrap: Feb. 3, 2023
That's a wrap for this week on PTL!
Keeping up with you 2023 tech goals
PTL's Daisy Jade talks with tech expert Andy Choi about the hottest tech gadgets of 2023.
PTL Pupdate: One week till Donny goes to professional training
We're looking back at our PTL pups before Donny and the rest head off to professional training at Canine Companions.
Author, writer, illustrator Mo Willems opens new exhibit at Children's Museum
PTL's Celina Pompeani-Mathison visits the Children's Museum of Pittsburgh to meet author, writer, illustrator and voice actor extraordinaire Mo Willems, who has a new exhibit, Opposites Abstract, opening!
Black History Month: Freedom House Ambulance
Out of racial inequality came life-saving innovation with the birth of Freedom House Ambulance Service, the nation's first emergency medical transport service.
KDKA Investigations
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Sources: Gainey to announce plan tripling police presence Downtown
Pittsburgh Mayor Ed Gainey is set to unveil a plan to triple the police presence when those problems are most evident.
KDKA Investigates: Real estate corporations buying single-family homes to turn into rentals
Several national real estate corporations have been buying hundreds of single-family homes in the Pittsburgh region, turning them into rentals.
KDKA Investigates: Pandemic nearly doubled defendants waiting for trials in Allegheny County
They say justice delayed is justice denied.
4 years later, 420 Boulevard of the Allies is still not open for business
But $40 million and four years later, 420 Boulevard of the Allies is still not renovated or open for business.
KDKA Investigates: Business leaders trying to reverse course after 'Pittsburgh pause'
KDKA's Andy Sheehan spoke to business leaders in Pittsburgh on the city trying to bounce back after the "Pittsburgh pause."
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Conagra Brands recalls nearly 2.6 million pounds of canned meat and poultry
So far, no consumers have reported any illnesses as a result of the possible contamination.
GoodRx shared consumer health data with Facebook, Google, FTC says
FTC is fining GoodRx for alleged unauthorized disclosures of consumers' personal health info to Facebook, Google, others.
CDC tells consumers to stop using EzriCare Artificial Tears
Disease researchers are probing infections in dozens of patients in 11 states and one death linked to the use of artificial tears brand.
Damar Hamlin teams up with American Heart Association to promote learning of CPR
As the calendar turns to February and American Heart Month kicks off, Damar Hamlin is teaming up with the American Heart Association to help spread CPR awareness and help give back.
How to beat the wintertime blues
There are several ways to combat gloominess during the winter months.
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Tominaga scores 30, Nebraska holds off Penn State 72-63
The win moves Nebraska (11-13, 4-9 Big Ten) past last season's win total and matches last season's number of conference victories.
Rivals Crosby and Ovechkin relish being All-Star teammates
Sidney Crosby and Alex Ovechkin have played dozens of regular-season and playoff games against each other since breaking into the NHL together in 2005.
Mars Area High School retires David Bednar's No. 24 jersey
"I'm so proud of this high school, so proud to be from Pittsburgh, and I try to do my best to represent the area as well as I can."
Menacing charge against Bengals' Joe Mixon is dismissed
Joe Mixon faces a misdemeanor charge of aggravated menacing, according to the documents.
Pitt continues spell-binding ways, downs North Carolina
Pitt continued its recent bedevilment of North Carolina, beating the Tar Heels 65-64 on Wednesday night.
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How to protect your job amid a surge in AI-assisted layoff decisions in the workplace
2023 is shaping up to be a rough year for employment in some areas, with layoffs in big tech companies like Google, Microsoft, and IBM making headlines.
Allegheny County Health Department reminds fish fry organizers to apply for their food permit
It won't be long until local churches, fire departments and other organizations start frying up some fish.
Wage Theft: Workers in Pennsylvania face uphill battle trying to get money they are owed
Every year, working people across the country are victims of wage theft to the tune of billions of dollars.
Google axes 12,000 jobs, layoffs spread across tech sector
Google is laying off 12,000 workers, or about 6% of its workforce, becoming the latest tech company to trim staff as the economic boom that the industry rode during the COVID-19 pandemic ebbs.
Party City files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy
Party City has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection after struggling with rising prices and a pullback in customer spending.
Entertainment
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Grammys 2023: List of winners and nominees
Harry Styles took home the coveted award for album of the year and Beyoncé became the most decorated artist in Grammy history.
2023 Grammys: How to watch Beyoncé vs. Adele, Bad Bunny and more
Beyoncé and Adele will once again contend for top honors, while Lizzo and Harry Styles return and Bad Bunny makes history.
Your Next Click: New seasons and new shows premiere this weekend
It's going to be a cold weekend, so grab a blanket, hit the couch, and binge these shows!
Missy Elliott, Cyndi Lauper, Sheryl Crow among new Rock Hall of Fame nominees
Over half of this year's potential inductees are nominated for the first time, including Elliott, Lauper, Crow, Willie Nelson and more.
Retired Philadelphia teacher has 1st gallery exhibit at age 80
Adrean Bailey was a teacher with the School District of Philadelphia for 32 years. When she retired, she found pottery and fell in love with it.
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Local residents attend the Western Pa. Black Homeownership Forum
Attendees got information on preparing for the homeownership journey, along with tools and techniques for sustainability.
East Palestine Train Derailment Sunday Press Conference
East Palestine Train Derailment Sunday Press Conference
Sunday Business Page: WalletHub ranks Pennsylvania as one of worst states for starting businesses
On this week's edition of the Sunday Business Page, KDKA's Jon Delano talks to Jill Gonzalez, a senior policy analyst at WalletHub.
KD Sunday Spotlight: Band Together Pittsburgh gives platform to musicians on autism spectrum
The founders of Band Together Pittsburgh say they're using the power of music to unify people of all backgrounds. KDKA's Briana Smith has more on this week's KD Sunday Spotlight.
KDKA-TV Morning Forecast (2/5)
Stay on top of local weather with meteorologist Mary Ours’ forecast!
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Train derailment causes massive fire in East Palestine, Ohio
A train derailment caused a massive fire caused in East Palestine, Ohio on Feb. 3, 2023.
Sights of the Season: The ups and downs of the 2022 Pittsburgh Steelers
The Steelers started out with a 2-6 record before going 7-2 down the stretch to finish 9-8, just missing out on making the playoffs.
Beloved Brackenridge Police Chief Justin McIntire laid to rest
Hundreds of law enforcement officials attended the funeral for Brackenridge Police Chief Justin McIntire at Mt. St. Peter Roman Catholic Church in New Kensington on Jan. 11, 2023.
PHOTOS: Steelers miss postseason, but beat Browns and finish season with 9-8 record
The Steelers have now won 19 straight regular season home games against Cleveland.
PHOTOS: Steelers come up short in AFC North rivalry loss to Baltimore
The Ravens came to town and went home with a 16-14 win over the Steelers.
