What to know about Pennsylvania's 2026 primary election
Before you head to the polls – or make a plan to vote by mail – here's what Pennsylvania voters need to know about the 2026 primary election.
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Before you head to the polls – or make a plan to vote by mail – here's what Pennsylvania voters need to know about the 2026 primary election.
Incumbent Ed Gainey and challenger Corey O'Connor were on the ballot in Pittsburgh's Democratic primary for mayor.
Tony Moreno and Thomas West were on the ballot in Pittsburgh's Republican primary for mayor.
U.S. Rep. Chris Deluzio has held off a challenge from state Rep. Rob Mercuri in the race for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District.
Incumbent Democrat Summer Lee is facing a challenge from Republican James Hayes in the race for Pennsylvania's 12th Congressional District.
Experts say hand counting ballots takes longer and is less accurate than using machines, and would be impractical in Pennsylvania elections.
The decision is one of several election-related lawsuits being fought in Pennsylvania's courts, a hotly contested presidential battleground.
Both Biden and Trump won their Pennsylvania primaries overwhelmingly, but there were some ominous signs for both.
Summer Lee has defeated Bhavini Patel in the Democratic primary for Pennsylvania's 12th Congressional District, the Associated Press projects.
The Associated Press projects Republican Dave Sunday and Democrat Eugene DePasquale have won the nominations for Pennsylvania attorney general in Tuesday's primary election.
Sen. Bob Casey and David McCormick will face each other in Pennsylvania's high-stakes U.S. Senate contest.
KDKA-TV has the county-by-county results for Tuesday's presidential primary in Pennsylvania.
Three local Republican state House members are among the few being challenged within their party primary.
Five state representatives are being challenged by members of their party in next Tuesday's Pennsylvania primary.
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.
Pending a meeting Wednesday involving the Allegheny County Board of Elections, a councilman will drop his lawsuit.
There is growing unhappiness with the failure of the Legislature to move next year's primary from Passover.
McClinton will become the first female speaker in the chamber's 200-year history.
Officials with the Department of State provided no immediate comment about the next steps.
Party control of the state House of Representatives is still up in the air two days after the election.
It's an example of Election Day misinformation that reveals how misleading claims emerge and travel.
Democrats in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives are likely to make significant gains in the chamber.
Dr. Mehmet Oz called John Fetterman to concede in the Pennsylvania Senate race.
Pennsylvania Democrat John Fetterman's rocky debate performance fueled concern inside his party.
Pennsylvania Democrat John Fetterman debated against Republican Mehmet Oz on Tuesday.
The country music superstar will be performing at 1846 Farms in September.
Pittsburgh will continue to see warmer temperatures, but some thunderstorms are possible on Saturday.
Just over a week after a deadly crash on the Fort Duquesne Bridge, community members gathered Friday to remember one of the victims.
Kyle Schwarber hit his majors-leading 19th and 20th home runs of the season and Philadelphia rallied past Pittsburgh 11-9 in 10 innings.
The Pittsburgh Steelers have signed 2026 first-round draft pick Max Iheanachor to a four-year contract.
The country music superstar will be performing at 1846 Farms in September.
Pittsburgh will continue to see warmer temperatures, but some thunderstorms are possible on Saturday.
Just over a week after a deadly crash on the Fort Duquesne Bridge, community members gathered Friday to remember one of the victims.
Kyle Schwarber hit his majors-leading 19th and 20th home runs of the season and Philadelphia rallied past Pittsburgh 11-9 in 10 innings.
The Pittsburgh Steelers have signed 2026 first-round draft pick Max Iheanachor to a four-year contract.
Gambling addiction is impacting more young people, so much so that state lawmakers are calling it an epidemic.
President Trump is in Beijing meeting with China's President Xi Jinping, with the two leaders aiming to stabilize their trading relationship after last year's trade war.
The Allegheny County Health Department wants to require all employers in the county to give their employees paid parental leave.
Live updating West Virginia primary election results for May 12, 2026.
Residents heading to the polls in West Virginia's primary election now must present a valid photo ID in order to vote.
The Allegheny County Health Department has issued a consumer alert for Prantl's Bakery in Shadyside, saying an inspection found pest droppings.
A Bethel Park homeowner says he's out thousands of dollars after hiring a contractor to replace his front porch.
A popular Washington County farm won't be offering pick-your-own peaches this year.
Gas across the country continues to climb.
Two food items sold at Giant Eagle have been voluntarily recalled due to separate contamination risks.
If your current security system is just a dog and a basic lock, it might be time for an upgrade. East End Handyman Company's Patrick McLaren is back on PTL to show us how you can install a security camera.
Team PTL's Daisy Jade is at the CCAC West campus and she's learning more about their annual car show!
Shari Zatman is back for another segment, this time, she's giving us the instructions on how to make a floral graduation cap!
Our friend, Shari Zatman of Perfectly Planned by Shari is here to help you get through graduation season by showing you how to plan the perfect party!
In a world of viral trends, Corrine has been proving that the old Hollywood glamour hasn't gone anyway, it just needed a refresh.
A Bethel Park homeowner says he's out thousands of dollars after hiring a contractor to replace his front porch.
It's been nearly eight years since Rachael DelTondo was shot and killed in the driveway of her parents' home in Aliquippa.
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.
A western Pennsylvania dad went from wondering what a spot on his leg was to learning he has an extremely rare skin cancer.
The Allegheny County Health Department wants to require all employers in the county to give their employees paid parental leave.
Allegheny Health Network is putting out a warning about a new social media trend.
Workers at Butler Memorial Hospital say they're ready to walk off the job if hospital management doesn't come to terms with them.
An American on the repatriation flight began showing symptoms of hantavirus and another "tested mildly PCR positive for the Andes virus," the Department of Health and Human Services says.
Kyle Schwarber hit his majors-leading 19th and 20th home runs of the season and Philadelphia rallied past Pittsburgh 11-9 in 10 innings.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
The Pittsburgh Steelers have signed 2026 first-round draft pick Max Iheanachor to a four-year contract.
The Pittsburgh Steelers have released their 2026 schedule.
Sidney Crosby is heading to Switzerland to represent his native Canada at the men's world hockey championships.
A popular Washington County farm won't be offering pick-your-own peaches this year.
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 country music superstar will be performing at 1846 Farms in September.
The exhibit transforms historic industrial and historical paintings into a multi-projection animated experience.
Country music star Lainey Wilson and former Steelers quarterback Devlin "Duck" Hodges tied the knot in a lavish Tennessee wedding.
Riverlife will reopen its free-to-access barge platform, Shore Thing, later this month.
Ten Carnegie Mellon University alumni have snagged nominations for Tony Awards.
Luke Bryan's 2026 Farm Tour will make a stop at 1846 Farms.
Stay on top of local weather with meteorologist Mary Ours’s forecast!
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast.
Just over a week after a deadly crash on Pittsburgh's Fort Duquesne Bridge, community members gathered together Friday to remember one of the victims. KDKA-TV's Erika Stanish reports.
Getting kids excited about reading can be hard, but across the Pittsburgh area, teachers are increasingly finding a way with help from the Pittsburgh Penguins and U.S. Steel. KDKA-TV’s Ricky Sayer explains how.
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.