Crime in Pittsburgh heats up Allegheny County DA race
It may be one of the most hotly contested races in the state: Allegheny County's battle for district attorney. A major issue is crime in Pittsburgh and who is best able to prosecute it.
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It may be one of the most hotly contested races in the state: Allegheny County's battle for district attorney. A major issue is crime in Pittsburgh and who is best able to prosecute it.
New data suggests Taylor Swift has played a role in boosting voter registration in Pennsylvania, especially among young voters, who are becoming more significant in Pa. politics.
New data suggests Taylor Swift has played a role in boosting voter registration in Pennsylvania, especially among young voters, who are becoming more significant in Pa. politics. KDKA political editor Jon Delano reports.
Pennsylvania's state Senate wants to move up the state's 2024 primary election by five weeks to March 19.
Shapiro's administration says it's trying to make it easier for someone to register to vote when they are getting or renewing a driver's license in the state.
Voters are deciding which party will control Pennsylvania's House of Representatives after a Pittsburgh lawmaker's resignation created a 101-101 partisan divide.
Republican candidate for county executive Joe Rockey has announced his plan to revitalize jobs and grow the economy in Allegheny County.
David McCormick plans to run for U.S. Senate for a second time in Pennsylvania.
Democratic state lawmaker Jared Solomon says he'll run in next year's election for Pennsylvania attorney general.
Republicans trying to recapture the U.S. Senate majority have the candidate they want in Pennsylvania.
Majority control of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives will once again come down to a special election.
Huntington Mayor Steve Williams says he plans to run for West Virginia governor.
In less than three weeks, some local residents will vote in a special election that will have a profound effect on state government in Harrisburg.
Pennsylvania lawmakers plan to begin voting on legislation to hold the state's 2024 presidential primary a few weeks earlier.
A legal challenge in Pennsylvania over the viability of a particular manufacturer's voting system has ended in a new settlement that advocates say will boost accountability and transparency by requiring election officials to publicly report problems with voting machines.
Former hedge fund CEO Dave McCormick often touts his deep connection to Pennsylvania as he lays the groundwork for another likely Senate run.
U.S. Senator Joe Manchin says he has been thinking "seriously" about leaving the Democratic Party and becoming an independent.
The defeat of Issue 1 keeps in place a simple majority threshold for passing future constitutional amendments.
Republicans in Ohio have set in motion a summer special election over a measure that would make it harder for voters to pass future constitutional amendments.
There will be eight Voter 411 seminars throughout the county, where voters can learn about how to register, vote on Election Day, and other options for casting ballots.
York County elected District Attorney Dave Sunday says he will run in next year's GOP primary for state attorney general, making him the first Republican to join the race.
Pennsylvania Democratic Sen. Bob Casey's campaign says he raised more than $4 million in the last three months — his best fundraising quarter ever.
A prosecutor's review of voting problems in a Pennsylvania swing county where ballot paper ran out in November says there's no evidence of criminal activity or purposeful efforts to prevent voting.
There is nothing in the Constitution that prevents someone who has been charged or convicted from serving.
A former federal prosecutor who led sweeping corruption investigations in Allentown and Reading is running for Pennsylvania attorney general.
Actor Michael Keaton was roasted before receiving the 2026 Man of the Year by Harvard University's Hasty Pudding Theatricals.
The teen driver who was killed in a crash in Juniata County, Pennsylvania, while on a FaceTime call with a friend was identified as Charles Raffensberger III.
Junior Achievement of Western Pennsylvania has honored outstanding young people in the area through its "18 Under Eighteen" program.
An 18-year-old young man from Pittsburgh was killed and nine others were injured after a massive pileup on Interstate 79.
The Blairsville Underground Railroad Museum shares the stories of slavery, the Civil War, Reconstruction and beyond
Actor Michael Keaton was roasted before receiving the 2026 Man of the Year by Harvard University's Hasty Pudding Theatricals.
The teen driver who was killed in a crash in Juniata County, Pennsylvania, while on a FaceTime call with a friend was identified as Charles Raffensberger III.
Junior Achievement of Western Pennsylvania has honored outstanding young people in the area through its "18 Under Eighteen" program.
An 18-year-old young man from Pittsburgh was killed and nine others were injured after a massive pileup on Interstate 79.
The Blairsville Underground Railroad Museum shares the stories of slavery, the Civil War, Reconstruction and beyond
The footage is included in a video that promotes false claims that the 2020 presidential election was rigged against Mr. Trump.
The bipartisan "Bell-to-Bell" bill bars students from using their phones any time they're in school, not just during instructional periods.
It was only a few months ago that Pennsylvania passed the 2025 budget several months late, and now the process begins for this year.
Pennsylvania Gov. Shapiro delivered his fourth budget address at the State Capitol in Harrisburg, three months after last year's budget was passed by state lawmakers.
A federal judge on Monday blocked the Trump administration from revoking Temporary Protected Status for Haitians, granting a last-minute reprieve to 350,000 immigrants who were set to lose protections on Tuesday.
A woman and her husband are fighting for a $400 refund after they bought furniture from a Value City Furniture store.
It's the end of an era for a grocery store in Carrick.
A Pennsylvania couple says Kia wrongly denied a warranty claim after their car's engine failed at 80,000 miles.
Scams targeting utility customers are on the rise in Pennsylvania, the attorney general says.
A handful of Pittsburgh-area Value City Furniture stores are going out of business after their parent company filed for bankruptcy.
Daisy takes us live to learn more about 100.7 Star's Best Pizza in Pittsburgh competition.
We’re hearing from some of you! How did you meet? What is your love story?
Daisy shows us how to see our closet in a different way.
Some local pups will be in the game this year, and we’re meeting one from Animal Friends!
The band has a Pittsburgh connection, and we’re getting a performance live in the studio!
Residents of Millvale are trying to get back to normal after last weekend's major snowstorm.
Tracing the past of Shane Hennen and how his troubled life in Pittsburgh pointed to his future downfall.
People in Avella, Washington County, say they have no phone coverage.
Residents and leaders in Charleroi are concerned about the integrity of roads after a trench collapse last year and ongoing construction.
Patrick Vereb is accused of taking money from pet owners who believed their animals would receive dignified cremations.
Doctors said the drugs can help people lose unwanted pounds while retaining muscle.
Southwestern Pennsylvania's cold and snowy winter is taking its toll on more than just our roadways and walkways.
The Liberty-Clairton area is under a code orange air quality action day, according to the Pa. Dept. of Environmental Protection.
The cold weather and lingering snow affect more than just the roads and our cars, it affects our brains.
After the historic snowfall, dangerously low temperatures crept into the Pittsburgh region, bringing a hidden danger that can turn painful in seconds.
Prosecutors have dropped the most serious assault charge against Penn State hockey star Gavin McKenna.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
A person familiar with the negotiations tells The Associated Press that pitcher José Urquidy and the Pittsburgh Pirates have agreed to a $1.5 million, one-year contract.
Wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald headlines the five-player 2026 Pro Football Hall of Fame class.
The Pittsburgh Penguins beat the Buffalo Sabres 5-2 on Thursday night in the final game for both teams before the Olympic break.
More than 140 employees at Nemacolin were informed they were being let go.
It's been about six years since the pandemic, and a lot of people working from home, but now companies are slowly calling them back to the office.
Pittsburgh Mayor Corey O'Connor on Tuesday announced a new initiative aimed at revitalizing neighborhood business districts across the city.
A handful of Pittsburgh-area Value City Furniture stores are going out of business after their parent company filed for bankruptcy.
It has been five years since the home improvement retailer Menards bought a large parcel of land off Route 30 in Westmoreland County.
Filming for the final season of "Mayor of Kingstown" is expected to take place between March and June.
Many Super Bowl 60 ads are already online, along with teasers for commercials that will be unveiled during the NFL championship on Feb. 8.
"Stick Season" singer Noah Kahan is coming to Pittsburgh this summer.
Music's biggest night returned Sunday with the 68th annual Grammy Awards. Here is how to watch and stream and what to know.
Catherine O'Hara was best known for her comic performances in projects including "Home Alone," "Beetlejuice," and "Schitt's Creek."
KDKA-TV Sports' Cassidy Wood and the Post-Gazette's Jason Mackey discuss the sports topics of the day.
Chuck Dorgan was one of the 20-plus vehicles involved in the crash. He said the scariest moment wasn't when he crashed his truck. It was what happened after.
Stay on top of local weather with First Alert Meteorologist Trey Fulbright's forecast!
For five years, Junior Achievement of Western Pennsylvania has honored outstanding young people in our area through its "18 Under 18" program.
The Blairsville Area Underground Railroad is an important mark in American history.
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.
