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Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro calls the sentences cruel and a violation of the state's constitution.
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro will sign a bill that prohibits the use of cellphones while driving a car after it passed both chambers of the General Assembly in Harrisburg on Wednesday.
The state's Department of Education will notify each local school district of its property tax allocation by May 1.
The dismissal of an energy department rule saved 1,100 jobs and kept the plant open.
Firefighters gathered to memorialize a lifelong firefighter who died in the line of duty this week.
The new support program will help provide the resources student teachers need.
Gov. Josh Shapiro has thrown his support behind the Pittsburgh Steelers, hoping the NFL approves Pittsburgh's bid to host either the 2026 or 2027 NFL Draft.
Gov. Josh Shapiro is unveiling a plan to fight climate change.
The state fire commissioner was in town for the Monroeville Fire and EMS Show to tout the governor's plan to double funding for the fire and EMS grant to $60 million.
The state fire commissioner was in town for the Monroeville Fire and EMS Show to tout the governor's plan to double funding for the fire and EMS grant to $60 million. KDKA-TV's Alexandra Todd reports.
Gov. Josh Shapiro said the task force will help to safeguard the rights of every citizen in the state.
Gov. Josh Shapiro visited Mt. Lebanon to garner support for his proposed budget's investments in small businesses.
But not everyone is on board with the idea.
Gov. Josh Shapiro submitted a $48 billion budget with no new taxes to the state legislature on Tuesday.
Pennsylvania's Democratic Gov. Josh Shapiro wants to devote millions of dollars to creating a 10-year economic development plan.
Some conservative Pennsylvania state lawmakers are suing in federal court and challenging three executive branch actions designed to boost voter registration, including a 2021 executive order by President Joe Biden.
Gov. Shapiro has announced new policies for fracking.
Gov. Shapiro has announced new policies for fracking.
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro's administration says he plans next month to propose steps toward fixing a state higher education system that's among the worst in the nation in affordability.
Officials say the Pennsylvania State Police is working to recover access to online records of how the agency handled evidence.
A commission reviewing how Pennsylvania distributes money to public schools has approved a report that suggests the state is underfunding its districts by more than $5 billion.
The OpenAI project will help certain employees with daily tasks.
The poor schools that won a landmark school funding court case in Pennsylvania last year are prepared to go back to court if the Legislature and governor don't adequately address shortfalls in the coming months.
The legislation was passed in December and ensures that the state tax credit will match 100 percent of the federal credit families receive.
In 2024, Democratic Gov. Josh Shapiro could face a more complicated sophomore year in charge of Pennsylvania.
Tuesday marked three years since the Norfolk Southern train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio.
Three schools in Pennsylvania were included on Time Magazine's list of the world's top universities for 2026.
Southwestern Pennsylvania's cold and snowy winter is taking its toll on more than just our roadways and walkways.
A Detroit Lions fan who was involved in an altercation with Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver DK Metcalf has filed a lawsuit, claiming that he was not only physically harmed but was also falsely accused of making racial remarks.
Authorities say the man built a new life in South Florida, where he was tracked down by U.S. Marshals.
Tuesday marked three years since the Norfolk Southern train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio.
Three schools in Pennsylvania were included on Time Magazine's list of the world's top universities for 2026.
Southwestern Pennsylvania's cold and snowy winter is taking its toll on more than just our roadways and walkways.
A Detroit Lions fan who was involved in an altercation with Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver DK Metcalf has filed a lawsuit, claiming that he was not only physically harmed but was also falsely accused of making racial remarks.
Authorities say the man built a new life in South Florida, where he was tracked down by U.S. Marshals.
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.
Five-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos and his father were released from ICE custody on Sunday, a day after a federal court ordered their release.
The U.S. House Judiciary Committee's inquiry said the panel has questions about why the Department of Justice released only half of the estimated pages of the Jeffrey Epstein files.
The federal agents who were involved in Saturday's deadly shooting of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis have been placed on administrative leave, a federal law enforcement official confirmed to CBS News.
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.
It has been five years since the home improvement retailer Menards bought a large parcel of land off Route 30 in Westmoreland County.
Garden expert Doug Oster shows us how to turn your windowsill into a greenhouse!
Daisy visits Market District and Chef Crystal Baldwin to learn how to cook up some sticky and spicy “chamoy” chicken wings.
Fashion influencer Chloe Xandria and her mom, Brenda Johnson, are showing how to dress for any age.
Antiques appraiser Dr. Lori is examining more of your family treasures and heirlooms.
Makeup artist Antonette Medved is walking us through the steps to create the lip look that will have people talking.
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.
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.
The yearly tradition marks the start of months of training for Pittsburgh Marathon participants.
A Detroit Lions fan who was involved in an altercation with Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver DK Metcalf has filed a lawsuit, claiming that he was not only physically harmed but was also falsely accused of making racial remarks.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
The NFL has released the first official renderings for the 2026 NFL Draft in Pittsburgh.
Spell had previously committed to Penn State and is the No. 1 running back recruit in the country.
Claude Giroux scored with just over five minutes remaining in the third period and the Ottawa Senators beat the Pittsburgh Penguins 3-2 on Monday night.
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.
"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."
Old-school gamers and ex-pinball players have a new place to play some classic arcade games.
The country music superstar will headline an invite-only concert at the Rivers Casino the night before the NFL Draft in Pittsburgh.
Tuesday marked three years since the Norfolk Southern train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio.
Stay on top of local weather with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast!
Southwestern Pennsylvania's cold and snowy winter is taking its toll on more than just our roadways and walkways. For some, it's also taking a toll on our mood or mental health. Barry Pintar reports.
The woman hit by the driver of a Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus in the city's Oakland neighborhood on Monday night was expected to be released from the hospital on Tuesday.
While it was just a couple of months ago that a state budget was passed, the next cycle is beginning. Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro introduced his budget proposal for the upcoming fiscal year. As KDKA-TV’s Chris Hoffman reports, both sides agree that another impasse is not the goal this year.
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.
