Expensive judicial races might be here to stay in Pennsylvania after record high court campaign
The race for an open seat on Pennsylvania's highest court initially resembled the sleepy contests that had played out for decades.
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The race for an open seat on Pennsylvania's highest court initially resembled the sleepy contests that had played out for decades.
Sara Innamorato will take over for Rich Fitzgerald as County Executive, while Stephen Zappala will serve his 7th term as DA.
Both seats on the Superior Court were open due to a Republican judge retiring, and another judge reaching the mandatory retirement age of 75.
Cherelle Parker will be Philadelphia's 100th mayor and the first woman to lead the city. Parker won the city's mayoral general election, CBS News projects Tuesday night.
KDKA's Andy Sheehan and Ross Guidotti were at the headquarters of Stephen Zappala and Matt Dugan to provide an update on tonight's race.
Pennsylvania voters head to the polls Tuesday, Nov. 7, to cast their ballots.
Activists from a number of local organizations came together in front of the Allegheny County Courthouse on Saturday to address recent comments made by current district attorney Stephen Zappala.
Pennsylvania voters will settle four statewide judicial contests in Tuesday's election, filling an open seat on the state Supreme Court and three seats on two lower appellate courts.
With just two weeks until Election Day, the race for Allegheny County chief executive and district attorney may go down to the wire.
Spending in the campaign for an open Pennsylvania state Supreme Court seat is picking up, with millions of dollars flowing into the race as the sides sharpen their attacks over questions about ethics and abortion rights.
The Democrat and Republican will discuss their ideas tonight on KDKA-TV at 7 p.m.
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.
After being a part of the community's history for more than a century, the landmark crumbled on Wednesday evening.
The popular vocal quintet Pentatonix is returning to Pittsburgh this holiday season.
Koivunen was a restricted free agent this summer, and the team announced they had signed him to an 8-year deal.
The Senate Homeland Security Committee voted to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress over his refusal to answer questions during testimony before the committee last week.
Mason Rudolph is listed as the Steelers' backup quarterback.
A woman was assaulted and robbed by a man she found sitting in the front seat of her car after she left work at the Ross Towne Center on Tuesday night, police said.
Joe Manganiello says even when he spent 25 years living in Los Angeles, he always considered Pittsburgh home.
A man is facing charges after a scary encounter for a group of kids near a park on Pittsburgh's South Side.
After being a part of the community's history for more than a century, the landmark crumbled on Wednesday evening.
The popular vocal quintet Pentatonix is returning to Pittsburgh this holiday season.
The Senate Homeland Security Committee voted to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress over his refusal to answer questions during testimony before the committee last week.
Part of the state budget calls for $20 million to go to main street development in communities.
On Saturday, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman spoke with Mr. Trump and cautioned him against conducting a fresh round of strikes on Iran, CBS News learned.
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.
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.
The number of people who are food insecure is rising, and experts have said that it is only going to get worse.
Just when it looked like relief was heading our way at the gas pump, prices could spike once again in Pittsburgh.
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
Check out this week’s weekend guide featuring some adult-only events at the Carnegie Museum of Natural History and Bottlerocket, along with more on the Allegheny County Summer Concert Series.
The back-to-school countdown has officially begun, but we're not ready to say goodbye to summer just yet. Before we trade pools for pencils, we're raising a glass to the season.
This season, there are some big changes in the "Hot Bench" courtroom, and we’re getting the verdict on what’s new.
We’re taking it to the kitchen with Meadows Frozen Custard to see how we can get in on this quarterback’s order.
It seems like PTL has been nominated for some awards... We’re checking it out. Plus, think, thank, thunk is getting fresh?
A community in Butler County said repeated boil water advisories have them uneasy about their water quality.
An investigation into alleged theft at the North Versailles tax collector's office is underway.
Nearly five months into a major road construction project in Beaver County, several small business owners say they are struggling to keep customers coming through the door.
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.
Doctors are finding they are faced with questions about health advice from social media, but they caution that you can't always trust what you find.
August 1 is PA Donor Day, a day to bring awareness to organ donation and the countless lives it can save.
Chris Deluzio and Ro Khanna met with nurses at UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital in Pittsburgh as the healthcare workers push for a new deal.
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.
Koivunen was a restricted free agent this summer, and the team announced they had signed him to an 8-year deal.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Mason Rudolph is listed as the Steelers' backup quarterback.
Mark Kulbis is also facing misdemeanor counts of involuntary manslaughter and reckless endangerment in the death of Calvin "CJ" Dickey Jr.
Kyle Harrison struck out the final eight batters he faced, William Contreras homered and the Brewers beat the Pirates 4-2.
Part of the state budget calls for $20 million to go to main street development in communities.
Amtrak is adding a second trip from Pittsburgh to New York later this year, officials said during a public board meeting.
Attention is brewing around a proposed variance for Bethel Bakery to expand its parking.
The organizers of a plan aimed at making Pittsburgh's South Side safer are standing by their efforts.
Data center projects are on municipal drawing boards across the Pittsburgh region, and public opposition is growing.
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.
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.
Stay on top of local weather with meteorologist Ray Petelin’s forecast!
Check out this week’s weekend guide featuring some adult-only events at the Carnegie Museum of Natural History and Bottlerocket, along with more on the Allegheny County Summer Concert Series.
The back-to-school countdown has officially begun, but we're not ready to say goodbye to summer just yet. Before we trade pools for pencils, we're raising a glass to the season.
This season, there are some big changes in the "Hot Bench" courtroom, and we’re getting the verdict on what’s new.
We’re taking it to the kitchen with Meadows Frozen Custard to see how we can get in on this quarterback’s order.
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.
