Why inflation in one battleground state could sway the election
With a tight race between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, the U.S. election could hinge on how voters choose to look at inflation. Here's why.
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With a tight race between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, the U.S. election could hinge on how voters choose to look at inflation. Here's why.
"Shrinkflation" — when companies charge the same for smaller sizes — is a sneaky way to raise prices. Read on to see what kind of products have shrunk the most.
The Social Security Administration will set its 2025 cost-of-living adjustment within days. Here's what the experts say.
Olive Garden's same-restaurant sales dropped in its most recent quarter. Now, it's tweaking its menu.
The Federal Reserve just lowered its benchmark rate by 0.50 percentage points. Here's how the move could impact your finances.
The Fed's decision will lower borrowing costs from a 23-year high as the central bank pivots to shoring up economic growth.
Many are taking advantage of the day off work by gathering for Labor Day get-togethers.
Many are taking advantage of the day off work by gathering for Labor Day get-togethers. Typically, it surrounds good times and good food. That food is costing more and more with rising inflation. KDKA-TV's Barry Pintar reports.
The deal, available through Subway's app and website for a limited time, is aimed at inflation-weary consumers.
Drivers could continue to see higher car insurance rates in 2024, with the average U.S. rate projected to jump 22% this year.
The monthly report is viewed as key factor in whether the Federal Reserve cuts its benchmark interest rate in September.
Mars is buying food company Kellanova, giving it access to brands such as Cheez-It and Pop-Tarts.
Chipotle CEO Brian Niccol said the company is addressing portion sizes after finding 10% of its locations were skimping.
Auto insurance has gone up 19.5% since June of last year, according to the latest Consumer Price Index data. The reason? Getting T-boned by inflation.
The latest consumer price data furthers the case for an interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve as soon as September.
KDKA-TV's Alexandra Todd spoke to an expert to see whether these big discounts are a smart move for the major retailers.
The Fed is leaving its benchmark interest rate unchanged, noting a lack of progress in curbing inflation.
The high cost of food both at home and in restaurants continues to be a sore spot for millions of U.S. households.
Sales slipped during the fourth quarter for Kraft Heinz.
U.S. economy continues to plow ahead, as holiday shoppers shell out more on gifts this year than predicted.
Billions of dollars' worth of gift cards go unspent every year. Here's what to know about redeeming them — and avoiding scams.
It's hard to miss the price hikes at the grocery store these days.
Prices that were analyzed are up 8.2% in Pennsylvania in the last 12 months.
Inflation across the U.S. continues to fall but remains sticky, with the cost of rent, medicare care and used cars edging up last month.
Red Lobster added all-you-can-eat shrimp to its menu. Then it realized how much Americans can eat.
The CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, with members appointed by RFK Jr., voted to change longstanding recommendations on the hepatitis B vaccine.
The Panthers and Badgers' 2026 game has been canceled, but the schools will meet in Dublin in 2027.
A water main break that affects the courthouse and sheriff's office has closed both for the day.
An hours-long standoff ended early on Friday morning, and a man wanted in New Jersey was taken into custody in Sharon.
Have you noticed that traffic in Pittsburgh during the holiday rush has been worse than usual? So, what's causing it?
The CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, with members appointed by RFK Jr., voted to change longstanding recommendations on the hepatitis B vaccine.
The Panthers and Badgers' 2026 game has been canceled, but the schools will meet in Dublin in 2027.
A water main break that affects the courthouse and sheriff's office has closed both for the day.
An hours-long standoff ended early on Friday morning, and a man wanted in New Jersey was taken into custody in Sharon.
Have you noticed that traffic in Pittsburgh during the holiday rush has been worse than usual? So, what's causing it?
A Pittsburgh attorney has filed a petition on behalf of the family of a Colombian man killed in a U.S. military strike on a boat in the Caribbean.
Republican Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick said he was readying a plan that would extend the Affordable Care Act subsidies for two years.
President Trump, facing criticism that he's focused more on international issues than kitchen-table concerns, will rev up his domestic messaging, two GOP sources said.
Authorities say the FBI has arrested a man suspected of placing pipe bombs outside RNC and DNC headquarters on the eve of the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol riot.
The Trump administration says it will withhold funds for administering SNAP food aid in most Democratic-controlled states starting next week unless they provide data about those receiving the assistance.
Federal funding will finally be available to thousands of families in Pennsylvania to help pay their heating bills.
Electric prices in Pennsylvania are going up next month.
Saturday's grand opening included live music, food, and a meet-and-greet with Lego Master Krist Kay.
Thursday will be the first time many people cook and host Thanksgiving dinner - here's how you can avoid illness and danger.
To much fanfare, the 51st Aldi opened in the Pittsburgh area on Thursday morning.
Pittsburgh Magazine's Sean Collier tells us about four things to see and do this weekend.
Heather and David are learning about a new eye care option in Cranberry Township, and how screens are adding to your eyes’ wear and tear.
Heather and David are joined by Pamela Mysels from Fine Wine & Good Spirits to learn how to make some seasonable sips!
Mikey is hanging out with Joey Thurby from Neighborhood Ford Store to learn what her car needs, now that winter is here.
Former Steelers quarterback and founder of the Best of the Batch Foundation Charlie Batch is in studio with Heather and David to talk about the PTL Toy Drive, specifically what happens to the gifts once the toy drive is over.
Veterans are outraged after learning about damage done to gravesites at a cemetery in Fayette County.
Artificial intelligence is watching where people park in Pittsburgh.
Drivers who were convicted of infractions years ago are being told to surrender their licenses or file costly appeals because Allegheny County never processed the paperwork.
For most students, the most dangerous part of their day is going to and from school.
Shopping malls are under threat from online shopping and disappearing customers, and many are facing the wrecking ball.
Western Pennsylvania counties are seeing vaccination rates fall among school-aged children.
The discussion happens every year: shoveling snow can lead to heart attacks, and one AHN cardiologist explains why it's a risk.
A little boy from Delaware County is getting his once-in-a-lifetime wish, just in time for the holidays.
Consumers with the imported pans should throw them away due to the severe health risks posed by lead, the agency warns.
With costs expected to go up for the Affordable Care Act, people are examining potentially more affordable options.
The Panthers and Badgers' 2026 game has been canceled, but the schools will meet in Dublin in 2027.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Skenes and Dunne joined a two-day USO Tour and visited sailors abord the USS Gerald R. Ford and the USS Mahan.
It all starts Friday night at the Petersen Events Center in Oakland.
Evgeni Malkin scored his second goal of the game with 2:43 left and the Pittsburgh Penguins beat the Tampa Bay Lightning 4-3 on Thursday night for their fourth victory in five games.
Members of the Newspaper Guild of Pittsburgh voted last week to end their three-year-long walkout.
Norfolk Southern railroad worked with the state of Ohio and Youngstown State University to revive plans for a $20 million first responder training center near the site of the worst derailment in a decade in East Palestine, Ohio.
A report on the future of water in central Ohio warns that industrial demands for water will skyrocket at the same time experts expect farmers will need to regularly irrigate their fields.
The U.S. Department of Energy says it's loaning $1 billion to help finance the restart of the nuclear power plant on Pennsylvania's Three Mile Island.
A new Barnes & Noble is coming to Pittsburgh.
Vanessa Hudgens and former Pittsburgh Pirates player Cole Tucker welcomed their second child.
Christina Aguilera and Liev Schreiber were spotted at Wednesday's Pittsburgh Penguins game at PPG Paints Arena.
Jimmy Cliff, who famously sang about the "many rivers" we all must cross, has died after suffering a seizure and pneumonia, his family say.
Donald Glover, who performs under the moniker Childish Gambino, revealed he suffered a stroke last year, which forced him to cancel his tour.
Fans of Jeff Goldblum are seeing double.
You may have noticed that the holiday shopping traffic has been pretty rough this year, but there's a reason for that. John Shumway reached out to PennDOT to find out why.
Stay on top of local weather with meteorologist Trey Fulbright’s forecast!
Lift access at Seven Springs will begin at 8 a.m. on Saturday.
Paul Skenes and Livvy Dunne connected with more than 1,300 sailors during a two-day USO Tour.
It all starts Friday night at the Petersen Events Center in Oakland.
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.
West Virginia scored a late touchdown to tie the game and then beat Pitt in overtime to win the 108th Backyard Brawl.