Pitt Law Professor: Twitter's Ban Of President Donald Trump Is Constitutional
A professor at the University of Pittsburgh says that Twitter's ban of President Donald Trump is constitutional and does not violate the First Amendment.
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First-Of-Its-Kind First Amendment National Conference Held In Pittsburgh
A conference at Duquesne University brought together some of the finest minds to discuss the vital role of the First Amendment.
Man Claims Mobile Home Park Violating Civil Rights
Some folks living in the Palm Grove Senior Mobile Home community in Las Vegas claim their civil rights are under attack after a pile of monthly newsletter vanished.
Officials Warn Students About Posting About Plum Incidents On Social Media
Students at Plum High School say school they've been told not to talk about the ongoing teacher-student sexual relations investigations.
Justice Halts Religious Groups' Birth Control Opt-Out Role
A Supreme Court justice is blocking an appeals court's ruling that would have forced two western Pennsylvania Catholic dioceses and a Christian college to fill out forms to avoid penalties for not directly providing contraceptive benefits.
Court Nixes Faith-Based Birth Control Mandate Challenge
A federal appeals court has reversed lower-court victories by two western Pennsylvania Catholic dioceses and a private Christian college that challenged birth control coverage mandates as part of federal health care reforms.
Carrick Residents Upset After KKK Recruiting Signs Are Left On Parked Vehicles
It's happened few times over the past several months.
Is It Legal To Flash Headlights To Warn Drivers Of Speed Traps?
If you're like many, you've probably been speeding down the interstate, and suddenly, a Good Samaritan flicks his lights at you.
Local Politician Working On Bill To Criminalize Revenge Sites
They're sites of revenge and spite – nationally there's TheDirty.com – and closer to home there's Butler Trash, where anonymous users post lewd pictures and scurrilous accusations, calling their victims drug and sex addicts and worse.
Warning Drivers With High Beams Free Speech?
KDKA Radio's Mike Pintek talks to David Hudson, Scholar at the First Amendment Center at Vanderbilt University.
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Pennsylvania to begin fiscal year without a budget
Pennsylvania's new fiscal year will begin without a state budget in place.
Supreme Court limits EPA's authority to regulate greenhouse gas emissions
The ruling delivers a significant blow to the Biden administration's efforts to fight climate change.
Man gets 10 to 20 years after pleading guilty to child rape
A man accused of sexually abusing a girl for 6 years will spend 10 to 20 years in jail.
July 4th Fireworks in Western Pa. 2022: Where you can watch
It's time to celebrate Independence Day and there are plenty of celebrations going on in Western Pennsylvania.
Commonwealth court blocks PennDOT plan to toll certain bridges
The state court permanently blocked Gov. Tom Wolf's plan.
Munhall parents charged after 2-year-old boy dies from fentanyl toxicity
A couple from Munhall has been arrested in the death of their 2-year-old boy who died from fentanyl toxicity.
Scratch-off lottery ticket worth $1 million sold in Greene County
A western Pennsylvanian is a million-dollars richer.
Pittsburgh Weather: Thursday to have picture-perfect weather before weekend rain chances
Thursday will see sunshine and warm temperatures while we could see rain and storms this weekend.
Uptick in ticks: Keeping yourself protected from pests this summer
Earlier and more than ever, ticks are a concern this summer.
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Pennsylvania to begin fiscal year without a budget
Pennsylvania's new fiscal year will begin without a state budget in place.
Supreme Court limits EPA's authority to regulate greenhouse gas emissions
The ruling delivers a significant blow to the Biden administration's efforts to fight climate change.
Man gets 10 to 20 years after pleading guilty to child rape
A man accused of sexually abusing a girl for 6 years will spend 10 to 20 years in jail.
July 4th Fireworks in Western Pa. 2022: Where you can watch
It's time to celebrate Independence Day and there are plenty of celebrations going on in Western Pennsylvania.
Commonwealth court blocks PennDOT plan to toll certain bridges
The state court permanently blocked Gov. Tom Wolf's plan.
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Pennsylvania to begin fiscal year without a budget
Pennsylvania's new fiscal year will begin without a state budget in place.
Supreme Court limits EPA's authority to regulate greenhouse gas emissions
The ruling delivers a significant blow to the Biden administration's efforts to fight climate change.
Commonwealth court blocks PennDOT plan to toll certain bridges
The state court permanently blocked Gov. Tom Wolf's plan.
Republican lawmakers defend plan to tie student tuition assistance to fetal research
A local state representative says Pennsylvania students at the University of Pittsburgh and their families are being held hostage over an unrelated issue that has upset some lawmakers. It's an issue that could cost some Pitt students thousands of dollars in higher tuition this fall; KDKA's Jon Delano reports.
Lawmakers' dispute over fetal tissue research could costs students thousands of dollars
A local state representative says Pennsylvania students at the University of Pittsburgh and their families are being held hostage over an unrelated issue that has upset some lawmakers. It's an issue that could cost some Pitt students thousands of dollars in higher tuition this fall; KDKA's Jon Delano reports.
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PTL Deal Days: Pride Month
We're helping you shop local and save big for Pride Month.
FDA warns against neck floats for babies
The FDA is telling caregivers not to use neck floats with babies for water therapy interventions.
Mark Cuban's drug company offering discounts on birth control, Plan B-like meds
The Pittsburgh native launched the online pharmacy earlier this year.
Avoiding financial responsibility for your parents as they get older
Watching parents age can be tough enough, but did you know you can be held financially responsible for some of the bills they accumulate?
Costco recalls solar umbrellas due to fire risk
About 400,000 SunVilla 10-foot Solar LED Market umbrellas are now under recall in the U.S.
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One Tank Away: Explore Altoona
PTL's Daisy Jade finds out what activities and fun Altoona has to offer in this One Tank Away Trip!
Something Good: Local teen road trips to redeem coupon
A local teen and his friends took a 13-hour road trip in order to redeem a coupon at a McDonald's in Iowa!
Happy National Bomb Pop Day
We're having a treat on National Bomb Pop Day!
PTL Weekend Guide: June 30, 2022
Pittsburgh Magazine's Sean Collier has a look at what's going on around town this weekend!
PTL Deal Days: Pride Month
We're helping you shop local and save big for Pride Month.
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KDKA Investigates: Pittsburgh homicide clearance rates falling as national rate hits all-time low
In a collaboration with CBS News, KDKA Investigates examines crime often going without punishment in our country.
Shelters, federal aid not enough to end homelessness in Allegheny County
There are currently more than 800 people in Allegheny County without a place to call home.
Mayor Gainey plans to walk East Carson Street after midnight this weekend
The weekend is coming and that means folks on the South Side are bracing for large crowds, and fearing the return of gun violence.
Greg Brown: Alford plea frees suspect in 1995 blaze that killed 3 firefighters
A man who spent nearly 20 years in prison for arson in the deaths of three Pittsburgh firefighters 27 years ago is free after entering a plea in which he maintains he did not set the fire.
KDKA Investigates: Child Youth Services facing big shortage of caseworkers
Child Youth Services caseloads are piling up without enough employees to do the job.
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Uptick in ticks: Keeping yourself protected from pests this summer
Earlier and more than ever, ticks are a concern this summer.
FDA warns against baby neck floats after death and hospitalization
Products marketed for water therapy can lead to death or serious injury in infants with special needs, agency says.
Mark Cuban's drug company offering discounts on birth control, Plan B-like meds
The Pittsburgh native launched the online pharmacy earlier this year.
West Virginia abortion clinics stop services amid SCOTUS decision
While West Virginia does not have a trigger law, the SCOTUS ruling stopped clinics from providing services.
Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade
The Supreme Court Friday overturned the landmark 1973 Roe v. Wade ruling, which guaranteed a woman's right to abortion. The ruling sends the issue back to the states. CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford reports.
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Steelers quarterback Kenny Pickett among best-selling jerseys in 2022
The rookie QB found his name among some of the NFL's best talent.
Reynolds hits 3 HRs, registers 6 RBIs as Pirates snap skid, beat Nationals
Bryan Reynolds hit a career-high three homers and drove in six runs to lead the Pittsburgh Pirates over the Washington Nationals 8-7 on Wednesday.
Eric Tangradi named head coach of Shady Side Academy boys prep ice hockey team
The former Penguins player is moving behind the bench.
Corbin strikes out 12, Nationals rally to beat Pirates 3-1
The Pirates have dropped their last five games.
AP sources: NFL insists on indefinite suspension for Deshaun Watson
The hearing will continue on Wednesday and Watson is scheduled to be there for the duration.
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Dick's Sporting Goods CEO announces travel expense reimbursement to employees seeking abortions in another state
Pittsburgh-based Dick's Sporting Goods' CEO has announced that the company will provide travel expense reimbursement for employees seeking abortion access.
Two more Pittsburgh Starbucks locations vote to unionize
This time it was Penn Center East and Eastside.
West Virginia's unemployment rate drops to 3.5% in May
The state's unemployment rate dipped one-tenth of a percent.
Developers reportedly looking to turn former Quality Inn into mixed use building
More details came out regarding the redevelopment of the hotel site in Oakland.
Artist renderings offer early look of new UPMC Presbyterian Hospital
The new UPMC Presbyterian Hospital will stand 17-stories high and have 636 private patient rooms, officials said.
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The 'Scooby-Doo' Mystery Machine was listed on Airbnb and sold out fast
The novelty rental came and went pretty fast.
Post Malone returning to Pittsburgh
Post Malone is returning to Pittsburgh this fall.
Ringo Starr announces makeup dates for PPG, all postponed concerts
Ringo Starr has announced new concert dates after postponing several shows because two members of his band tested positive for COVID-19.
Kenny Chesney returns to Pittsburgh, concert comes and goes without any major issues
No arrests or any major problems were reported.
Eric Clapton removes Pittsburgh stop from tour
Legendary guitarist Eric Clapton's Pittsburgh show has been removed from his tour.
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Williams Hometown High-Q 11:00 - Part 3 (6/25)
Watch as teams from Upper St. Clair, Mars, and Homer Center high schools compete on this edition of Williams' Hometown High-Q.
Munhall parents charged after 2-year-old boy dies from fentanyl toxicity
A Munhall couple is in jail, charged with the death of their 2-year-old; KDKA's Shelley Bortz reports.
KDKA-TV Afternoon Forecast (6/30)
Stay on top of local weather with meteorologist Mary Ours’ 7-day forecast!
One Tank Away: Explore Altoona
PTL's Daisy Jade finds out what activities and fun Altoona has to offer in this One Tank Away Trip!
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Artist renderings offer early look of new UPMC Presbyterian Hospital
The new UPMC Presbyterian Hospital will stand 17-stories high and have 636 private patient rooms, officials said.
17 train cars derail in Harmar Township, injuring 3
More than a dozen tanker cars derailed in Harmar Township, sending three people to the hospital on Thursday.
Pittsburgh Marathon returns, thousands of runners participate
Pittsburgh Marathon weekend 2022 brought hundreds of thousands of people into the city. Despite a rainy day, runners made their way through 14 city neighborhoods.
Aftermath of mass shooting on the North Side
A violent morning in the North Side saw 11 victims, including 2 dead juveniles and 9 others who were injured.
Winter Storm Brings Rain, Ice And Snow To Southwestern Pennsylvania
Western Pennsylvania is bracing for a severe winter storm consisting of rain, ice, and snow throughout the region.
