Pa. Lawmakers Vote To Bank Pandemic Funds, Boost Schools Funding
A state budget that dumps billions in federal coronavirus money into savings, boosts spending on education and provides aid to nursing homes easily passed the Legislature on Friday.
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A state budget that dumps billions in federal coronavirus money into savings, boosts spending on education and provides aid to nursing homes easily passed the Legislature on Friday.
A new study by Forbes and Statista compiled a list of the best companies and institutions for new college graduates looking to enter the workforce. Several employers in the state made the cut.
The newly unsealed affidavit confirms that the federal government had been looking for a legendary cache of gold at the site in Elk County.
U.S. Senator Pat Toomey said he supports a bipartisan commission to investigate the Jan. 6 attack.
A Republican rewrite of Pennsylvania election law that would mandate voter IDs, alter registration and ballot counting deadlines and give conservatives auditing procedures they have clamored for passed the state House on Tuesday despite the Democratic governor's veto threat.
One week from Monday, Pennsylvania will lift its mandatory mask mandate.
"Serious racial disparities pervade Pennsylvania's juvenile justice system," the bipartisan Pennsylvania Juvenile Justice Task Force said in its report, adding that changes are urgently needed to make the state's juvenile justice system more fair and more effective.
A nationwide study found the state has some of the worst highways and bridges in the country.
Carl Nassib became the first active NFL player to announce that he is gay.
Former Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Ridge remains hospitalized after suffering a stroke last week, but there is good news as his status has changed to stable condition.
Pennsylvania's unemployment rate shrank in May and payrolls grew, even as the labor force contracted, according to state figures released Friday.
A top Senate Republican says an audit of Pennsylvania's 2020 election is a "very real possibility."
People are looking for answers as gun violence happens on the streets.
Governor Tom Wolf voiced his support for a bill that would allow to-go cocktails to remain.
A Fort Hood soldier and a Pennsylvania National Guardsman have been charged with smuggling two men into Texas from Mexico.
A new survey shows Pennsylvania is one of the best states to live in, while West Virginia is among the worst.
Gov. Tom Wolf's administration certified the results of the May primary election, bringing a formal end to the disaster emergency declaration.
State lawmakers will unveil updated legislation to try to stop discrimination against members of the LGBTQ+ community.
Russ Diamond has introduced H.B. 262 to prohibit all employers from requiring vaccinations as a condition of employment.
An assistant marching band director at a high school in Pennsylvania has been charged with distributing and possessing child pornography.
A man from Pennsylvania is now $3 million richer.
Republicans who control Pennsylvania's Legislature are increasingly looking to take a different avenue to write laws, voter referendums, to get around Gov. Tom Wolf and make policy that the Democrat cannot block with his veto pen.
State House Republicans unveiled an election reform package that Democrats say will limit the voting rights of many Pennsylvanians.
Pennsylvania is getting almost $36 million from the CDC to address COVID-related health disparities.
A woman whose body was found 30 years ago in Mississippi has finally been identified as a Pennsylvania woman.
A man accused of fatally stabbing a woman in Penn Hills has been charged with homicide, and now police say they've linked him to nearly a half-dozen other crimes.
Pilot's Glory, Glory of the Pilot, or Pilot's Halo — whatever you want to call it, Ray Petelin has an explanation.
Rafael Devers homered to back six strong innings from Robbie Ray, and the San Francisco Giants beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 5-2.
It's a soggy start to our Saturday with widespread rain lingering until about noon.
The parents of a 14-year-old girl who was injured in a hit-and-run crash on Thursday in Wilkinsburg are thankful she's alive.
A man accused of fatally stabbing a woman in Penn Hills has been charged with homicide, and now police say they've linked him to nearly a half-dozen other crimes.
Pilot's Glory, Glory of the Pilot, or Pilot's Halo — whatever you want to call it, Ray Petelin has an explanation.
Rafael Devers homered to back six strong innings from Robbie Ray, and the San Francisco Giants beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 5-2.
It's a soggy start to our Saturday with widespread rain lingering until about noon.
The parents of a 14-year-old girl who was injured in a hit-and-run crash on Thursday in Wilkinsburg are thankful she's alive.
It's been one year since the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General brought charges against former Pittsburgh-area funeral home owner Patrick Vereb.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said in a statement that the documents "have long fueled justified speculation — and it's time the American people see it for themselves."
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.
Two food items sold at Giant Eagle have been voluntarily recalled due to separate contamination risks.
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.
Our resident movie buff, Ron Smiley, is here with his Reel Review of what’s new on screen.
Bold looks, custom vibes, and pieces that actually match your style. Daisy’s giving us some ideas for a new outdoor space with some help from Levin Furniture & Mattress!
Group painting nights and art classes are having a moment, but what if the studio came to you? Hannah Wolfe with The Traveling Palette has brought the painting to us!
For many Pittsburghers, the May Market, which will soon be open at Phipps Conservatory, marks the start of planting season. Boaz is there for a sneak peek!
Coupon expert Shayna tells us how to make the most of Mother’s Day and Memorial Day deals.
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.
Mexican street corn-inspired trail mix made by Illinois food company was sold at Target and other retailers, as well as online.
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.
Rafael Devers homered to back six strong innings from Robbie Ray, and the San Francisco Giants beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 5-2.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
The Steelers announced a partnership with MeiGray to sell refurbished seats from the home of the team.
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.
The Penguins announced contract extensions for forward Connor Dewar and defenseman Ilya Solovyov.
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.
Sometimes, you look up to the sky, and you see something weird. Other times you look down from up in the sky and you see something extremely weird! That happened to Edna. Pilot's Glory, Glory of the Pilot, or Pilot's Halo — whatever you want to call it, Ray Petelin has an explanation.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Mary Ours' forecast.
The parents of a 14-year-old girl who was injured in a hit-and-run crash on Thursday in Wilkinsburg are thankful she's alive.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Trey Fulbright's forecast.
The U.S. military says its forces fired on two Iran-flagged oil tankers to stop them from docking at an Iranian port Friday in violation of the U.S. blockade in the area.
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.
