Pittsburgh man arrested at Trump rally wanted to hang protest banner, police say
Misdemeanor charges of disorderly conduct and resisting arrest were filed against Stephen Weiss, who was taken into custody at Friday's Trump rally.
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Misdemeanor charges of disorderly conduct and resisting arrest were filed against Stephen Weiss, who was taken into custody at Friday's Trump rally.
Police say the two men were involved with attacking the barrier that had been set up by officers and were refusing to follow orders during the incident.
Protesters around the U.S. and the world have increasingly taken steps to remain anonymous by wearing a combination of head and face covering.
Columbia University said Monday it is canceling its main commencement ceremony after weeks of protests and turmoil on campus.
The protest near the University of Pittsburgh is calling for the institution to break ties with any company that supports the nation of Israel, as its conflict with Hamas continues overseas.
Campus protesters are "looking for some sort of acknowledgement from our leadership," Democratic Rep. Summer Lee of Pennsylvania said.
Antisemitic chants and even threats against Jewish students have brought the tension of the Middle East onto U.S. college campuses.
Social justice activists are calling for police reforms and marching through the streets of Akron, Ohio, a day after a grand jury declined to indict eight police officers in the shooting of Jayland Walker.
Demonstrators took to the streets in Oakland to protest a conservative, anti-trans speaker on campus and it led to a public safety warning. KDKA's Chris DeRose has the story.
A grand jury has voted not to indict eight Ohio police officers who fired dozens of rounds at Jayland Walker after a car and foot chase that ended in the 25-year-old Black man being shot to death last summer.
The group tasked by Gov. Josh Shapiro with developing a state-level plan to fight climate change has started meeting, a step the Democrat promised to take when he criticized his predecessor's strategy to make Pennsylvania the first major fossil fuel state to adopt a carbon-pricing policy.
A protester arrested for disrupting West Virginia lawmakers as they moved to ban abortion last September will see all charges dropped against her — if she stays out of trouble for the next six months.
Dozens of people on Sunday participated in Hong Kong's first authorized protest since major COVID-19 restrictions were lifted.
Richard Barnett testified he was a "f***ing idiot" on Jan. 6, but argued his acts were not criminal.
The "Holi-Drag Storytime," which was organized by Red Oak Community School, was set to feature three drag queens reading to children of all ages.
The offices shut down abruptly in April, making it harder for immigrants in Pittsburgh to become Americans. KDKA's Bryant Reed has the story.
Twelve of the 16 protesters settled their cases.
The definition of obstructing justice in Ohio would be expanded to include failure to follow a lawful order or diverting a law enforcement officer's attention, under a bill approved Friday by Republican House lawmakers.
Republicans at the Ohio Statehouse are backing four bills aimed at criminalizing or increasing penalties associated with behavior at protests in the wake of mass demonstrations that swept across Ohio last year in response to the death of George Floyd.
Hundreds gathered in Oakland to protest a rising anti-Asian sentiment in the United States.
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine activated 580 National Guard members ahead of Inauguration Day in preparation for possible armed protests.
DeWine announced a new police certification standard regarding mass protests.
Two rallies made their way through Pittsburgh: one calling for an end to transphobia and another calling for the abolishment of Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
Three activists are facing charges stemming from a clash with diners along Penn Avenue earlier this month.
Demonstrators marched from Bakery Square and through the East End on Saturday.
Sunday is looking breezy with partly cloudy skies, but dry. The rain chances return this week, though.
A judge ordered the restoration of a health monitoring program for coal miners in West Virginia and rescinded layoffs.
Rontae Lester was swimming with friends in the river on Saturday when his friends lost sight of him.
Hundreds of kids sought to sharpen their football skills Saturday morning as part of Cam Heyward's youth football camp.
Two people died and more than a dozen were hurt when a Mexican navy ship hit the Brooklyn Bridge on Saturday in New York City, officials said.
Sunday is looking breezy with partly cloudy skies, but dry. The rain chances return this week, though.
A judge ordered the restoration of a health monitoring program for coal miners in West Virginia and rescinded layoffs.
Rontae Lester was swimming with friends in the river on Saturday when his friends lost sight of him.
Hundreds of kids sought to sharpen their football skills Saturday morning as part of Cam Heyward's youth football camp.
Two people died and more than a dozen were hurt when a Mexican navy ship hit the Brooklyn Bridge on Saturday in New York City, officials said.
Walmart this week warned that everything from bananas to children's car seats could increase in price despite the softer tariffs on China.
Malcolm Kenyatta is pushing back against claims made by David Hogg.
Three referendums are on the table, but the wording can be tricky if you don't know what they're asking.
Election Day is next week, and we are taking a deeper dive into what voters will see on their ballots in the city. Three referendums are on the table, but the wording can be tricky if you don't know what they're asking. KDKA-TV's Chris Hoffman reports.
The Supreme Court on Friday said it will continue to block the Trump administration from deporting Venezuelan men detained in northern Texas.
The new program is debuting in Pittsburgh and five other cities across the U.S.
Months after the Social Security Administration wrongly declared her dead, Renee Williams is still getting her life back on track.
Sure, cleaning the house is what we think of when it comes to spring cleaning, but it also applies to your bank account.
A new report shows that regional food insecurity continues to rise in the Pittsburgh region.
A Pittsburgh restaurant was hit with a consumer alert after an inspector reported finding dead mice and rodent droppings.
That's a wrap for this week on PTL!
Some local students are getting ready to travel to Michigan for a one-of-a-kind competition that's all about problem solving. It's called Odyssey of the Mind and we got to see some of the inventions the students created.
We learned more about the upcoming CCAC Automotive Scholarship Car Cruise from our friends at the Neighborhood Ford Store.
A new musical called "Madame Clicquot" is popping the cork right here in Pittsburgh and the stars were here in the studio to chat more about the groundbreaking show.
Fire up the grill, because it's National BBQ Day! We were joined by Walter's BBQ in Lawrenceville to celebrate in the most delicious way.
Pennsylvania lawmakers are trying to add regulations to the pet cremation industry to protect animals.
A tree crashed into a home in Pittsburgh during storms weeks ago, and the homeowners said they have been getting the "runaround" about cleanup.
Above the Challenge offers interactive experiences for individuals on the state's waiver program who are to get out and learn life skills.
Recent outbursts and stories surrounding Sen. John Fetterman have raised questions about his mental health.
Pittsburgh, a city strapped for cash, is owed more than $1 million in uncollected bills for police security.
A judge ordered the restoration of a health monitoring program for coal miners in West Virginia and rescinded layoffs.
A recent study shows that rule changes in youth soccer that started in 2016 to reduce concussions are helping.
For the past 24 years, Barbara Kutilek and Moochie Donatucci have dedicated their lives to the cause, but said it's time to say goodbye.
KDKA-TV is joining other stations and companies across our Paramount family in marking Mental Health Action Day.
Sometimes when patients are admitted to hospitals, they catch infections known as "hospital-acquired" or "healthcare-associated" infections.
Hundreds of kids sought to sharpen their football skills Saturday morning as part of Cam Heyward's youth football camp.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Zack Wheeler pitched six shutout innings, Bryson Stott homered and drove in three runs, and the Philadelphia Phillies defeated the Pittsburgh Pirates 5-2.
After finishing as runner-up at the Kentucky Derby earlier this month, the heavy-favorite Journalism earned a thrilling come-from-behind victory in the Preakness Stakes.
The Philadelphia Phillies scored four runs on just one hit in an 8-4 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Friday night.
Pittsburgh International Airport's new terminal is 90 percent complete, officials said on Tuesday during a tour.
The $43 million project is expected to be completed by the end of 2027.
Fortune named Sheetz one of the most innovative companies in America.
Rite Aid will close 47 stores soon, including several across the Pittsburgh region.
According to reporting, Nippon Steel is doubling down on its efforts to acquire U.S. Steel by mid-June.
The Roberto Clemente Museum says Pearl Jam's Eddie Vedder
This weekend in Indiana County, the Jimmy Stewart Museum is celebrating its 30th anniversary.
The Pirates are giving away Mac Miller bobbleheads during a game in July, honoring the late rapper with deep Pittsburgh roots.
A Pittsburgh casting company is looking for paid extras to be in the pilot episode of a "Prison Break" reboot.
The popular rock bands Kansas and Jefferson Starship are coming to Fayette County this summer.
Stay on top of local weather with meteorologist Trey Fulbright’s forecast!
This week's edition of Intersections with Lisa Smith.
Get the latest weather updates with First Alert Meteorologist Kristin Emery's forecast!
Search and rescue teams recovered the body of a 12-year-old boy from the Monongahela River on Saturday after launching an operation earlier in the day. KDKA-TV's Ricky Sayer reports.
Hundreds of kids sought to sharpen their football skills Saturday morning as part of Cam Heyward's youth football camp. KDKA-TV's Chilekasi Adele reports.
Severe storms rocked the Pittsburgh area on Tuesday evening.
The KDKA kids took over Pittsburgh Today Live and Talk Pittsburgh on Take Your Child to Work Day!
The crash happened early Friday morning along Park Way.
The annual Pittsburgh Home & Garden Show kicked off on Friday, March 7, 2025, at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center. As is tradition, Pittsburgh Today Live kicked off the show with a live episode!
A school bus slammed into a tree in Butler County on Thursday morning, sending the driver and two students to the hospital.
