State House Hearing In Pittsburgh Takes Testimony On Medical Marijuana
Legalizing medical marijuana -- the issue stirs emotion, as members of the state House Health and Judiciary Committees discovered at a hearing in Pittsburgh.
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Legalizing medical marijuana -- the issue stirs emotion, as members of the state House Health and Judiciary Committees discovered at a hearing in Pittsburgh.
Pittsburgh NORML hosted a forum Monday night on medical marijuana.
Three U.S. senators – Rand Paul (R/KY), Kirsten Gillibrand (D/NY), and Corey Booker (D/NJ) -- introduced a bill on Tuesday that could relax the federal ban on medical marijuana.
Governor Tom Wolf today met with parents who say their children's health could be greatly improved - if they had access to medical marijuana.
After an emotionally charged debate, Pennsylvania state senators passed legislation to legalize several forms of medical marijuana.
Could legalized medical marijuana be coming to Pennsylvania. One State Senator and Local mother are pushing for it.
Medical marijuana legalization is working its way through the Senate. Hear how it could help local families who have children suffering from diseases such as seizures.
At a press conference announcing a task force to tackle the heroin epidemic in Pennsylvania, Gov. Tom Corbett could not have been clearer about his view of marijuana.
The following Editorial discusses Governor Corbett's decision to back legalizing a marijuana extract.
Gov. Tom Corbett is changing his position on medical marijuana and is backing the legalization of a marijuana extract to treat severe seizures in children.
Pennsylvania parents with children afflicted with seizures are feeling increasingly desperate.
A few hundred people who want the state to change its marijuana laws are taking their campaign to the Pennsylvania Capitol.
Forever high on hubris, the sport is pondering extra games, playoff teams, and new franchises, perhaps in London or Los Angeles. And it feels like all are in the name of profit, not principle.
A bi-partisan bill to legalize marijuana when prescribed by a doctor has been introduced by Republican PA Sen. Mike Folmer of Lebanon County and Democratic PA Sen. Daylin Leach of Montgomery County.
"Every day that these kids aren't getting the medicine they need is a day of their life they'll never get back," Sen. Daylin Leach discussing legalizing medical marijuana in PA.
Two state senators, one a Republican and the other a Democrat, are planning to introduce a bill to legalize a certain form of marijuana for medicinal use in Pennsylvania.
The Flyers lead the series 1-0 after winning Game 1 on Saturday night.
Commuters coming into Pittsburgh will need to pay attention to road closures and changes to public transit for the NFL draft.
Temperatures for the draft are expected to be in the 70s and 80s.
The shooting happened around 2:45 a.m. on Monday along Jefferson Road.
There's a genuine concern about the potential for gridlock if everyone tries to drive into Pittsburgh for the upcoming NFL draft.
The Flyers lead the series 1-0 after winning Game 1 on Saturday night.
Commuters coming into Pittsburgh will need to pay attention to road closures and changes to public transit for the NFL draft.
Temperatures for the draft are expected to be in the 70s and 80s.
The shooting happened around 2:45 a.m. on Monday along Jefferson Road.
There's a genuine concern about the potential for gridlock if everyone tries to drive into Pittsburgh for the upcoming NFL draft.
President Trump spoke with CBS News Friday in a new telephone interview.
Putting warning labels on social media platforms is the goal of a bill currently moving through Congress.
Wednesday is Pittsburgh Mayor Corey O'Connor's 100th day in office, and by all accounts, he's hit the ground running.
The Trump administration is ratcheting up attacks on environmental protections that Make America Healthy Again followers hold dear.
Pope Leo has been critical of the war in Iran and other priorities of the Trump administration, but says his comments are "not meant as attacks on anyone."
The rising price of tomatoes is impacting some restaurants around Pittsburgh.
Music lovers tired of paying hundreds of dollars to see big-name acts may be getting some relief.
Pennsylvania Attorney General Dave Sunday is warning sports fans to watch for scams as they buy tickets and merchandise tied to the NBA and NHL playoffs.
A new consumer safety warning is raising concerns about carbon monoxide detectors sold online.
Six new cities are being added to the Michelin Guide in 2027, and among those cities is right here in Pittsburgh.
How do you plan a big family getaway that keeps the peace and the fun?
Here's why Pittsburgh's biggest surprises next week may not be happening on a screen or on the field.
Caliente talks about the special pizza it created for the NFL draft.
Daisy Jade is learning about the Women Who Rock Experience at the NFL draft.
PTL hosts Heather Abraham and David Highfield discuss Pittsburgh culture, trending news and social media, food, sports, and more. Plus, today’s Taste It Tuesday treat was made for us by Ron Smiley!
After suffering roof damage from this year's brutal winter, a Pittsburgh family says their insurance company has left them with even bigger problems.
The Downtown Neighbors Alliance's board voted Thursday to dissolve the organization.
The federal government will begin the long-awaited cleanup of a nuclear waste dump outside Apollo in Armstrong County.
Short-term rental owners in Washington County could soon face new scrutiny.
Allegheny County Common Pleas Judge Edward Borkowski refused to drop an attempted homicide charge against Jasper Hilliard.
Shaler Township has installed new AEDs in 10 of its parks.
Health care workers are preparing to care for anyone who will need treatment.
UPMC and AHN say they've been collaborating about getting ready for an event of this magnitude.
When doctors found out Ainsley Flynn had viral myocarditis, they leaped into action to save her. Now, Flynn is giving back.
UPMC Hillman Cancer Center is exploring everything radiation treatment can treat, and the success has been life-changing for people.
The Flyers lead the series 1-0 after winning Game 1 on Saturday night.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Bryan Reynolds drove in three runs, Mitch Keller pitched seven innings, and the Pirates defeated the Tampa Bay Rays 6-3.
The Philadelphia Flyers beat the Pittsburgh Penguins 3-2 in Game 1 of their Eastern Conference playoff series on Saturday.
Cedric Mullins led off the 13th inning with a two-run home run and the Tampa Bay Rays outlasted the Pittsburgh Pirates 8-7 on a rainy Saturday.
Music lovers tired of paying hundreds of dollars to see big-name acts may be getting some relief.
The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette will stay open after it was sold to a nonprofit.
West Virginia resident Rebecca Michalski struggles with soaring electricity bills that exceed her income.
Dave Chappelle has helped secure the future of a small-town radio station by funding the renovation of a historic building in Yellow Springs.
Hundreds gathered Wednesday morning at the Live! Casino in Hempfield Township to open Mangia, a new market and eatery featuring authentic Italian cuisine from local favorite DeLallo.
Music lovers tired of paying hundreds of dollars to see big-name acts may be getting some relief.
The trailer is out for the Pittsburgh-filmed "Hershey" biopic.
The Pitt star Noah Wyle is the newest name on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and the Pittsburgh-based show is a big reason why.
Dave Chappelle has helped secure the future of a small-town radio station by funding the renovation of a historic building in Yellow Springs.
Artists like Lady A, Nelly, The Avett Brothers and Third Eye Blind will headline a free concert series throughout Pennsylvania.
The three-day NFL draft is expected to be the biggest event in Pittsburgh's history.
Get the latest weather forecast from KDKA-TV First Alert Meteorologist Ron Smiley!
The shooting happened early Monday along Jefferson Road in Penn Hills.
Watch as Ray Fittipaldo, Mike DeCourcy, and Chris Mueller join KDKA-TV's Bob Pompeani for another round of sound on this edition of the #1 Cochran Sports Showdown!
What started as a routine morning meal quickly turned into a life-or-death rescue for one of U.S. Steel's newest bald eaglets. KDKA-TV's Jessica Riley shares the story.
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.
