Reporter Update: Calls continue for increasing the minimum wage
KDKA's Chris Hoffman is talking to local business owners about what raising the minimum wage would mean for them.
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KDKA's Chris Hoffman is talking to local business owners about what raising the minimum wage would mean for them.
Target announced Monday that it is raising its starting wage for workers in some positions to up to $24.
The battle to raise Pennsylvania's minimum wage, stuck at $7.25 an hour since 2009, is heating up again.
Hobby Lobby has announced it is increasing its minimum wage for full-time employees to $18.50 per hour.
BNY Mellon is raising its minimum pay from $16.50 an hour to $18 an hour.
Costco this week raised its starting wage for hourly store workers in the United States for the second time this year as businesses hike pay to draw and retain workers amid a labor shortage.
In a stalemate with lawmakers over raising the minimum wage or requiring companies to have paid sick leave, Gov. Tom Wolf says he will impose those requirements on companies getting loans, grants or tax breaks from the state.
PNC Bank is the latest large U.S. financial services company to increase wages in a bid to keep and attract employees, raising its minimum wage to $18 an hour while also giving higher-paid workers a bump in pay.
Gov. Tom Wolf and state lawmakers renewed their push to hike the minimum wage.
The Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry says raising the minimum wage would immediately benefit rural areas.
Rivers Casino Pittsburgh is raising its minimum wage to $15 per hour for non-tipped employees.
A state official says it's time to immediately raise the state's minimum wage.
Gov. Tom Wolf is renewing his call to raise the minimum wage.
The lack of workers for businesses is a growing issue across our region.
State Senator Jay Costa from Allegheny County joined other state officials to discuss what they called the "labor shortage myth."
It's becoming increasingly more difficult to find hospitality workers to fill the open jobs.
Klavon's Ice Cream Parlor announced that it is raising its minimum wage to $15 this week.
A state senator from Erie says the minimum wage should be increased to $10 dollars an hour.
This proposal from Governor Tom Wolf would increase the minimum wage to $12 at first.
Costco will raise its starting rate for hourly store workers in the United States to $16 an hour, putting its starting wage above rivals such as Amazon, Target and Best Buy.
Gov. Tom Wolf laid out a path Tuesday to raise minimum wage in Pennsylvania to $15 an hour.
Facing a deep, pandemic-inflicted budget deficit, Gov. Tom Wolf will ask lawmakers for a multibillion-dollar investment into workforce development and employment assistance to help Pennsylvania recover, his office said Thursday as the governor outlined his 2021 agenda priorities.
Hobby Lobby announced it will be raising its minimum hourly wage for full-time employees to $17.
Governor Tom Wolf called on state legislators to raise the minimum wage today.
Employees at big box stores like Target and Best Buy will now earn $15 an hour.
A man wanted for parole violations was taken into custody after police said they discovered a large-scale marijuana growing operation.
Luigi Mangione entered a guilty plea in his federal case at a court appearance in Manhattan Friday morning.
The school bus is the safest way to transport students to school, but getting to and from the bus stop is a crucial time.
There will be some light rain on Friday morning before a day-and-a-half stretch of pleasant weather in Pittsburgh.
A man died after being hit by a vehicle along Pine Hollow Road early Friday morning.
Police are searching for the driver and the vehicle involved in the deadly incident.
Police said the officer who shot the man was responding to reports of a fight.
A man wanted for parole violations was taken into custody after police said they discovered a large-scale marijuana growing operation.
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Luigi Mangione entered a guilty plea in his federal case at a court appearance in Manhattan Friday morning.
On Tuesday, Pennsylvania took a major step in the fight against the negative impacts of social media, particularly on children.
In a wide-ranging interview with the CBS News partner BBC News, Hunter Biden grew emotional as he discussed his father's condition, describing it as very sad to watch.
The Senate Homeland Security Committee voted to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress over his refusal to answer questions during testimony before the committee last week.
Part of the state budget calls for $20 million to go to main street development in communities.
On Saturday, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman spoke with Mr. Trump and cautioned him against conducting a fresh round of strikes on Iran, CBS News learned.
The store is expected to open sometime next year.
Buffalo Township police are warning about scammers after investigating several cases where residents have fallen victim.
On Tuesday, Pennsylvania took a major step in the fight against the negative impacts of social media, particularly on children.
While the importance of the family support system is timeless, a new study found it creates financial stressors for all involved.
The store will be located at the North Hills Village shopping center along McKnight Road.
Tech Expert & Entrepreneur Cami Nwokedi showed Heather & David a "smart notebook" that's designed to do less so your kids can learn more.
Fitness & Nutrition Expert Lisa Stugart showed Heather & David how to make a Snack Station for all the hungry kids out there who will soon be heading back to school.
Daisy Jade takes a trip to the Pitt Shop to see how the University of Pittsburgh is upping its game when it comes to Back to School swag.
Heather & David got to hold some iconic Pirates history, like an original signed Roberto Clemente and Dave Parker bat. They had to put on their white gloves for this one!
Robby Incmikoski, who's probably been seen a few times on KDKA Sports, did his first-ever PTL live shot at the Washington County Agricultural Fair. He got to see why this fair is the oldest-running agricultural fair in Western PA. He went for the rides, but stayed for the food.
Going to college was once considered a very safe investment, but with tuition soaring, is it still worth the price tag?
The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection and the Sherwin-Williams Manufacturing Company entered into a consent order and agreement.
A community in Butler County said repeated boil water advisories have them uneasy about their water quality.
An investigation into alleged theft at the North Versailles tax collector's office is underway.
Nearly five months into a major road construction project in Beaver County, several small business owners say they are struggling to keep customers coming through the door.
Several waterways across Pennsylvania tested high for E. coli, environmental groups said.
The Pennsylvania measles outbreak isn't slowing down, and one local doctor said Pittsburgh is not immune.
The countdown to the first day of school is on, and now is the time to start making some adjustments.
In a wide-ranging interview with the CBS News partner BBC News, Hunter Biden grew emotional as he discussed his father's condition, describing it as very sad to watch.
Doctors are finding they are faced with questions about health advice from social media, but they caution that you can't always trust what you find.
Braxton Ashcraft threw a complete-game three-hitter, Rafael Flores had a pair of three-run homers and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Miami Marlins 13-1.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
The Pony League World Series championship game was canceled because organizers said the rain made the field "unplayable."
Mark Kulbis is also facing misdemeanor counts of involuntary manslaughter and reckless endangerment in the death of Calvin "CJ" Dickey Jr.
Kickoff between the Steelers and the Packers is set for 7 p.m. at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh.
The store is expected to open sometime next year.
On Tuesday, Pennsylvania took a major step in the fight against the negative impacts of social media, particularly on children.
Part of the state budget calls for $20 million to go to main street development in communities.
Amtrak is adding a second trip from Pittsburgh to New York later this year, officials said during a public board meeting.
Attention is brewing around a proposed variance for Bethel Bakery to expand its parking.
The tour will be coming to Acrisure Stadium on May 8, 2027.
The popular vocal quintet Pentatonix is returning to Pittsburgh this holiday season.
Joe Manganiello says even when he spent 25 years living in Los Angeles, he always considered Pittsburgh home.
Paramount Skydance on Friday said it would delay the deal until as late as June 2027.
Dave Matthews stopped by a Pittsburgh restaurant before his show at Star Lake on Friday night.
Tech Expert & Entrepreneur Cami Nwokedi showed Heather & David a "smart notebook" that's designed to do less so your kids can learn more.
Fitness & Nutrition Expert Lisa Stugart showed Heather & David how to make a Snack Station for all the hungry kids out there who will soon be heading back to school.
Daisy Jade takes a trip to the Pitt Shop to see how the University of Pittsburgh is upping its game when it comes to Back to School swag.
Heather & David got to hold some iconic Pirates history, like an original signed Roberto Clemente and Dave Parker bat. They had to put on their white gloves for this one!
Robby Incmikoski, who's probably been seen a few times on KDKA Sports, did his first-ever PTL live shot at the Washington County Agricultural Fair. He got to see why this fair is the oldest-running agricultural fair in Western PA. He went for the rides, but stayed for the food.
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.
