Pennsylvania lawmakers debate marijuana legalization, clean slate provision
Some lawmakers in Harrisburg continue to press for legal cannabis.
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Some lawmakers in Harrisburg continue to press for legal cannabis.
More than 30 states have already enacted similar legislation.
The bipartisan "Bell-to-Bell" bill bars students from using their phones any time they're in school, not just during instructional periods.
There is proposed new legislation in Harrisburg for e-bikes.
As the Pennsylvania legislature continues to fail to pass a budget, the squeeze is being felt by students and teachers throughout.
The loan comes on the heels of cost-saving measures like furloughs of county workers and a hiring freeze.
Is it time to shrink the size of the legislature?
The Shapiro administration traveled across the Commonwealth on Sunday, stressing the importance of the latest transportation spending bill.
With 35% of PRT service on the chopping block and critical state funding stalled in the Pennsylvania General Assembly, the clock is ticking.
A new bill introduced to the Pennsylvania legislature could make it easier for bars and restaurants to serve cocktails.
House Bill 1431 passed by a 131-72 vote and would completely lift Pennsylvania's ban on Sunday hunting.
Five Democrats joined all Republicans to support the bill in the wake of controversial decisions by an Allegheny County judge.
Following the passing of Democratic Representative Matt Gergely, a special election will be held on Tuesday, the winner will tip the majority.
Lawmakers in Harrisburg are once again trying to legalize recreational marijuana in Pennsylvania.
A tight race in western Pennsylvania decided the balance of power in the state legislature's lower chamber.
Why is there a disconnect between constituent views on climate change and the actions of their representatives?
New laws in Pennsylvania allow bars and restaurants to extend their happy hours and lets establishments with a liquor license offer food and drink combos.
School meal debt for students in Pennsylvania is up to nearly $80 million, but it could be erased with new legislation.
The Shapiro administration announced Tuesday that mail-in ballot applications would be available two months earlier this year.
The bill would require schools to observe a moment of silence each year on Sept. 11.
In his ongoing series on primary contests, KDKA-TV political editor Jon Delano explains this race is to fill the seat of a retiring state senator.
A bill making its way through Harrisburg is calling for no more handheld cellphone use while driving.
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 piece of legislation that we will be introducing in the coming weeks will provide the capacity to revoke the permit to carry licenses of any individual who is caught by TSA."
A new bill makes it a felony to steal packages or mail.
Bradley Lavan was sentenced Thursday to 60 to 120 years in prison for child sexual abuse crimes.
Congressmen Khanna and Deluzio talked about competing with China while touring Pittsburgh-area steel facilities on Thursday.
A system that thousands of schools and universities use was offline due to a cyberattack.
Brandon Lowe had three hits, including his 10th homer, and Joey Bart also went deep to back Mitch Keller, and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 4-2.
With more children and teens having access to cell phones and tablets, police are urging parents to monitor their activity and be aware of what they're doing online.
Bradley Lavan was sentenced Thursday to 60 to 120 years in prison for child sexual abuse crimes.
Congressmen Khanna and Deluzio talked about competing with China while touring Pittsburgh-area steel facilities on Thursday.
A system that thousands of schools and universities use was offline due to a cyberattack.
Brandon Lowe had three hits, including his 10th homer, and Joey Bart also went deep to back Mitch Keller, and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 4-2.
With more children and teens having access to cell phones and tablets, police are urging parents to monitor their activity and be aware of what they're doing online.
Pennsylvania state lawmakers on both sides of the aisle are talking about suspending the gas tax for some relief.
Democratic Gov. Josh Shapiro raised $3.6 million over five weeks, an aide said.
Live updating Ohio primary election results for May 5, 2026.
A Character AI chatbot falsely claimed to be a licensed psychiatrist in Pennsylvania and provided an invalid license number, the state alleged.
Voters headed to the polls on Tuesday in Ohio and Indiana — in the Buckeye State, they cast ballots in Senate, House and governor's primary races, while Hoosiers are weighing in on House and state races.
Pennsylvania state lawmakers on both sides of the aisle are talking about suspending the gas tax for some relief.
If you're about to throw out all of those old documents while spring cleaning, there are some you should hold onto.
All three remaining Smokey Bones locations in the Pittsburgh area have closed after the restaurant chain's parent company filed for bankruptcy.
Wegmans now owns the land in Cranberry Township that will house its first Pittsburgh-area location.
As the war in Iran continues, the impact is hitting Americans' wallets, especially at the gas pump.
Pittsburgh Magazine's Sean Collier joins us like he does every Thursday for the best weekend events happening in the 'Burgh!
All across Pittsburgh, schools, museums, parks, and libraries are turning into "hands-on hubs" for learning and Yu-Ling Behr of Kidsburgh joins us to tell us what fun your kids could be having!
In just one week, Heather Abraham and David Highfield will throw out the first pitch at PNC Park, so they called in an old friend for some pointers!
Getting a chance to walk on the field at PNC Park is basically a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, but not only can you do that, it will be for a good cause!
Anna Hazo was born and raised in Pittsburgh, and at just 25 years old, she's been writing music. Now, from a studio created by herself, she's got a song that this year's graduates will be humming for a long time.
An artist in Pittsburgh said the Steel City clothing company used his artwork without his permission.
Alcosan's multi-billion-dollar construction project to clean up the rivers in southwestern Pennsylvania is already over budget.
Pennsylvania prisons now give suboxone to thousands of inmates, with thousands more on the waiting list.
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.
A new report from Public Citizen identified several Pittsburgh-area hospitals that could be at risk of closing due to federal budget cuts.
Allegheny Health Network's Psychiatry and Behavioral Health Institute moved to a new space on Friday.
Across the country, there's a rise in cases of a seasonal illness that's causing medical professionals to speak out.
As nurses from UPMC Magee Womens Hospital continue to negotiate their first union contract, two of them visited D.C. to fight for their patients.
A growing number of parents across the U.S. are declining routine preventive care for their newborns. Doctors say the trend is raising concerns.
Brandon Lowe had three hits, including his 10th homer, and Joey Bart also went deep to back Mitch Keller, and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 4-2.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
The Penguins announced contract extensions for forward Connor Dewar and defenseman Ilya Solovyov.
Paul Skenes threw eight brilliant innings in one of the best outings of the young star's career, Brandon Lowe hit a solo homer and the Pittsburgh Pirates edged the Arizona Diamondbacks 1-0.
The former left fielder and coach died on Monday, May 4.
If you're about to throw out all of those old documents while spring cleaning, there are some you should hold onto.
The hole left behind by Spirit will hit businesses and rental companies within Arnold Palmer Regional Airport.
The bar served its final pints Sunday night after 43 years in Oakland, near the heart of Pitt's campus.
Arnold Palmer Regional Airport officials are confident they'll be able to replace Spirit Airlines after the airline shut down early Saturday morning.
The Atlanta-based railroad said Friday that it earned $547 million, or $2.43 per share, down from $750 million, or $3.31 per share, a year ago.
Ten Carnegie Mellon University alumni have snagged nominations for Tony Awards.
A converted church in rural central Pennsylvania has become a place where musicians with Amish roots are coming to record music and make videos.
The newly announced tour will be at PPG Paints Arena for two nights in September.
Musgraves will perform at PPG Paints Arena on Tuesday, September 8.
Jake was at the funeral for one of his closest friends when he learned of his parents' deaths, he said.
Shaler beats Plum on Thursday to win the inaugural WPIAL flag football championship.
A top congressman focused on competing with China was in the Pittsburgh area on Thursday touring steel plants. KDKA was along for the tour.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast.
U.S. Central Command said Thursday that American forces "responded with self-defense strikes" on Iranian targets after three Navy destroyers came under missile and drone fire, but were not struck. The U.S. military targeted two Iranian ports abutting the Strait of Hormuz, Bandar Abbas and Qeshm, multiple U.S. officials told CBS News.
KDKA investigative reporter Meghan Schiller joins us to talk about her latest stories.
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.
