6 injured in explosion at Pennsylvania marijuana plant
WTAJ-TV reports the explosion happened just before noon at Ilera Healthcare.
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Butler man to spend 14 years Russian prison
Marc Fogel was detained at an airport in Moscow, accused of trying to smuggle marijuana into the country.
Pennsylvania moves closer to legalizing adult recreational cannabis
Of course, legally, Pennsylvania only allows medical marijuana.
A local company claims it has fallen victim to highway robbery, but the alleged perpetrators might surprise you.
Sheriff's deputies accused of illegally seizing cash
Lawsuit Dropped For Illegal Seziure
A legal cannabis company, along with an armored truck company based in Bethel Park, have dropped a lawsuit against the federal government claiming illegal seizure.
Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board Reverses Decision On CBD Edibles
The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board on Wednesday reversed decisions from last year and said it will not allow beer and wine licensees to sell edible products containing the marijuana extract called CBD.
Peters Township Man Accused Of Growing Marijuana In Basement
A Peters Township man is facing multiple charges after police say he was growing nearly two dozen marijuana plants in his basement.
Pennsylvania Senate Committee Holds Hearing On Legalizing Recreational Marijuana
A state Senate hearing on Monday morning could be the kickoff to legalizing adult use marijuana in Pennsylvania.
Group Seeking To Legalize Marijuana In Ohio Gather Enough Petition Signatures
The Coalition to Regulate Marijuana Like Alcohol has enough signatures to put the issue of legal weed in front of the legislature.
Medical Marijuana's Legal Status In PA Changes How Cops Can Do Traffic Stops
The Pennsylvania Supreme Court ruled the smell of marijuana alone isn't enough to search a vehicle in a traffic stop.
Pa. Supreme Court Rules Smell Of Marijuana Alone Not Enough To Justify Warrantless Search
The smell of marijuana can be a factor police use to justify a search without a warrant but can't be the sole basis for it, the Pennsylvania Supreme Court ruled Wednesday.
Philadelphia To Ban Pre-Employment Marijuana Drug Testing On Jan. 1
As money editor Jon Delano explains, it's the first of its kind in Pennsylvania.
Homeowner Convicted In Killings Of 2 Teens Smoking Marijuana Inside His Garage
An Ohio man has been convicted in the fatal shooting of two teens he found smoking marijuana inside a vehicle in his garage.
2 Allegheny County Lawmakers Introduce Plan To Allow Legal Recreational Marijuana Use In State
Two Allegheny County lawmakers introduced a plan that would allow adults in Pennsylvania to use recreational marijuana legally.
Ohio AG Rejects Language In Legal Marijuana Petition
The Ohio Attorney General's Office has rejected summary language in a petition to legalize marijuana use and sales in the state.
Amazon To Stop Testing Jobseekers For Cannabis
Amazon said Tuesday that it will stop testing jobseekers for marijuana.
Proposal To Make Medical Marijuana Curbside Pickup Permanent Passes Pennsylvania House Panel
A proposal to permanently adopt pandemic-prompted changes to Pennsylvania's medical marijuana law passed a state House committee on Monday, but most Democrats on the panel voted against allowing grower-producers to use pesticides.
Legalizing Marijuana In Pennsylvania Gets First Republican Sponsor
Forthcoming legislation to legalize marijuana in Pennsylvania, announced Wednesday, is believed to be the first with a Republican as an author, although it likely faces the same uphill fight against opposition from the state Legislature's GOP majorities.
'This Just Isn't A Good Bill:' Rep. Conor Lamb Explains No Vote On Decriminalizing Marijuana
While the MORE Act of 2019 passed the U.S. House of Representatives on Friday, Rep. Conor Lamb was one of five Democrats to vote no.
Police Seen Carrying Marijuana Plants From Home On North Side
Police were on the scene of what appeared to be a marijuana grow operation on the North Side.
These States Are Voting On Marijuana Legalization This November
In 2016, the US election resulted in a green wave as cannabis legalization measures passed in eight out of nine states.
Gov. Wolf Pushing Lawmakers On Legalization Of Recreational Marijuana, Citing Economic Impact
Gov. Tom Wolf is again pushing lawmakers to take steps to legalize recreational marijuana in Pennsylvania and to decriminalize it.
2 Men Arrested After Police Allegedly Find 17 Pounds Of Marijuana In Their Home
Two young men are facing charges after police allegedly found about 17 pounds of marijuana inside a Mercer County home.
Gov. Tom Wolf, Lt. Gov. John Fetterman Once Again Push For Recreational Marijuana Legalization
For the second time in less than two weeks, Gov. Tom Wolf and Lt. Gov. John Fetterman are pushing for the legalization of recreational marijuana.
Gov. Wolf, Lt. Gov. Fetterman Urge Lawmakers To Legalize Recreational Marijuana
Gov. Tom Wolf and Lt. Gov. John Fetterman are calling on the General Assembly to legalize recreational marijuana.
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Highland Park Pool closed for the summer
Heavy rains caused significant amounts of mud to run into the pool.
Woman accused of hitting cars parked at Star Lake and leading officers on chase
A woman is accused of hitting several cars after the Kid Rock concert at the Pavilion at Star Lake.
Rep. Scott Perry says FBI agents seized his cellphone
U.S. Rep. Scott Perry said his cellphone was seized Tuesday morning by FBI agents carrying a search warrant.
Man accused of secretly recording 17-year-old foreign exchange student
A West Virginia man accused of secretly recording a foreign exchange student has been charged with possessing child porn.
$5,000 reward posted in shooting outside Cincinnati bar that hurt 9
A $5,000 reward is being offered in a shooting that wounded nine people outside a Cincinnati bar over the weekend.
'Bigger and better than ever': RADical Days kick off in September
The days connect people with attractions like the zoo, aviary and cultural centers for free.
Nationwide teacher shortage being felt in Pennsylvania
Leaders said pay, benefits and burnout are three leading factors behind the shortage.
21 beagles from Virginia breeding facility arrive in Pittsburgh
Five local organizations are taking in 21 beagles from a breeding facility in Virginia that surrendered about 4,000 dogs.
Doug Mastriano cuts short interview with Jan. 6 committee
Doug Mastriano appeared briefly Tuesday before the Jan. 6 committee investigating the U.S. Capitol insurrection.
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Highland Park Pool closed for the summer
Heavy rains caused significant amounts of mud to run into the pool.
Woman accused of hitting cars parked at Star Lake and leading officers on chase
A woman is accused of hitting several cars after the Kid Rock concert at the Pavilion at Star Lake.
Rep. Scott Perry says FBI agents seized his cellphone
U.S. Rep. Scott Perry said his cellphone was seized Tuesday morning by FBI agents carrying a search warrant.
Man accused of secretly recording 17-year-old foreign exchange student
A West Virginia man accused of secretly recording a foreign exchange student has been charged with possessing child porn.
$5,000 reward posted in shooting outside Cincinnati bar that hurt 9
A $5,000 reward is being offered in a shooting that wounded nine people outside a Cincinnati bar over the weekend.
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Rep. Scott Perry says FBI agents seized his cellphone
U.S. Rep. Scott Perry said his cellphone was seized Tuesday morning by FBI agents carrying a search warrant.
Ron DeSantis to campaign for Doug Mastriano in Pittsburgh
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis will be in Pittsburgh on Aug. 19 for the event.
Doug Mastriano cuts short interview with Jan. 6 committee
Doug Mastriano appeared briefly Tuesday before the Jan. 6 committee investigating the U.S. Capitol insurrection.
Doug Mastriano cuts short interview with Jan. 6 committee
Doug Mastriano appeared briefly Tuesday before the Jan. 6 committee investigating the U.S. Capitol insurrection.
Federal appeals court says House committee can get Trump's tax returns
Rep. Richard Neal, head of the House Ways and Means Committee, first requested the tax information from the IRS in April 2019.
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Keep it or pitch it? The age-old used by debate for food
We've all seen the used by date on food in our fridge, but is it something to strictly follow?
P.F. Chang's Home Menu beef and broccoli under recall
Conagra is recalling more than 100,000 pounds of P.F. Chang's Home Menu beef and broccoli.
Conagra recalls P.F. Chang beef and broccoli
Conagra is recalling more than 100,000 pounds of P.F. Chang's Home Menu beef and broccoli
Gov. Wolf pushes General Assembly to pass bill to send $2,000 to families
Gov. Tom Wolf reintroduced a program he says is aimed at supporting families in Pennsylvania through the inflation crisis.
Protein, nutritional drinks recalled due to possible microbial contamination
More than 50 protein and nutritional drink products are being pulled from store shelves for what is described as microbial contamination.
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Something Good: Back to school pics
We want to see your back to school photos!
Pittsburgh Gives #OneDay event benefits local good causes
We're chatting with representatives from Pittsburgh Gives about their #OneDay event!
Cooking Corner: Chicken and Pea-sto Pasta
We're in the PTL Kitchen with Giant Eagle Prepared Foods Team Leader Chef Crystal Baldwin making Chicken and Pea-sto Pasta!
Celina debuts her earrings design at Closet Rehab
PTL's Celina Pompeani Mathison heads to Lawrenceville to visit local shop Closet Rehab where you can design your own jewelry.
Back To School Tips: At the bus stop
Back to school tips presented by Pittsburgh Public Schools.
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In 10 months as Washington County DA, Jason Walsh seeks death penalty against 8
Seeking the death penalty will come at considerable costs to Washington County's taxpayers.
City says affordable housing is one way to help people experiencing homelessness
What is being done to help people experiencing homelessness in the city of Pittsburgh?
KDKA Investigates: Helping people experiencing homelessness in Pittsburgh
Homelessness is on the rise in our region, up 21 percent in Allegheny County from last year.
Developers say cracker plant in Beaver County will be economic boost needed for region
Shell's cracker plant in Beaver County is finally set to open later this summer.
Environmentalists watch water quality with cracker plant set to open in Beaver County
Shell's cracker plant in Beaver County is finally set to open later this summer.
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"Terrifying" study links climate hazards to hundreds of infectious diseases
"There is no speculation here whatsoever," the study's lead author said. "These are things that have already happened."
Monkeypox very serious, but no reason for widespread alarm, top doctor says
Dr. Ashish Jha told "CBS Mornings" that declaring a public health emergency for the monkeypox outbreak will speed up vaccinations and help health officials obtain data to stop the spread of the disease.
U.S. declares monkeypox outbreak a public health emergency
The declaration could help the federal government respond as the number of cases grows and demand for the vaccine far exceeds supply around the country.
CDC expected to provide updated guidance for COVID-19 and back to school
Several changes are being discussed, including distancing, isolation, and others.
Judge rules West Virginia Medicaid must cover transgender care
U.S. District Judge Chuck Chambers in Huntington made the ruling Tuesday in a lawsuit filed by Lambda Legal.
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Serena Williams hints at retirement, says she's "evolving away from tennis"
The athlete and icon suggested that she's planning to retire in a new Vogue essay published on Tuesday.
High school football: Heat acclimatization practices kick off
In just a few weeks, Friday night lights will return.
Sidney Crosby turns 35: A look back at some of Crosby's greatest moments
Happy birthday, Sidney Crosby.
Pirates get rare win at Camden Yards, 8-1 over Orioles
The Buccos responded in a dominant fashion after losing games one and two.
Orioles run winning streak to 5 with 6-3 win over Pirates
The Orioles have taken games one and two of the three-game set.
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CEO of Brighton Rehab, 4 others indicted on health care fraud charges
Federal investigators have indicted five people, including the CEO of Brighton Rehab and Wellness Center in Beaver County, of health care fraud.
Unpaid unemployment: the frustrations surrounding delays in receiving payments
Several times per week here at KDKA, we hear from unemployed people whose frustrations have boiled over while trying to get some help from the state -- so John Shumway went asking for answers.
Animal shelters overwhelmed as more and more people surrender their pets
Animal shelters in some areas of the country are seeing more pets returned to their care.
Recall expands for baked goods possibly contaminated with plastic pieces
Enjoy Life Natural Brands is expanding its voluntary recall of baked goods over the potential presence of hard pieces of plastic.
Kraft Heinz reaches deal to continue presence at Acrisure Stadium
The iconic Heinz Ketchup bottles may no longer be on the end zone scoreboard, but they are not leaving Acrisure Stadium.
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Organizers announce plans for Little Italy Days in Bloomfield
The 20th annual Pittsburgh Little Italy Days returns to Bloomfield on Aug. 18-21.
Motown legend Lamont Dozier dead at 81
Over a four-year period, 1963-67, Lamont Dozier and brothers Brian and Eddie Holland crafted more than 25 top 10 songs.
Ethan Coen to film new movie in the Pittsburgh area
You can be featured in the upcoming film.
Olivia Newton-John, beloved singer and actress, dies at 73
Her husband John Easterling announced her passing on her Facebook page.
2 Pittsburgh officers injured while trying to arrest suspect on South Side
Two Pittsburgh police officers were injured while trying to make an arrest on the South Side.
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Highland Park Pool closed for the season
Heavy rains caused significant amounts of mud to run into the pool.
KDKA News Update PM: August 9, 2022
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FBI search of Mar-a-Lago: What does it mean?
A Pitt law professor breaks it all down.
Woman accused of hitting cars parked at Star Lake and leading officers on chase
A woman is facing multiple charges after police said she hit several cars and led officers on a chase after the Kid Rock concert at the Pavilion at Star Lake Saturday.
RADical Days to kick off in September
The days connect people with attractions like the zoo, aviary and cultural centers for free.
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Goodbye Heinz Field: Ketchup bottles and signage removed to make way for Acrisure Stadium
On Monday, July 18, 2022, crews were hard at work at the former Heinz Field. They were taking down signage to make way for Acrisure Stadium. After removing the endzone ketchup bottles on Monday and Tuesday, the iconic Heinz Field sign on the front of the stadium was taken down.
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.
