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Pope approves blessings for same-sex couples under certain conditions
Pope Francis has formally approved allowing priests to bless same-sex couples.
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Pope Francis has formally approved allowing priests to bless same-sex couples.
Catholic Church prelates gather for Synod 2023 after Pope Francis stirs controversy by suggesting possibility of same-sex marriage blessings.
The Catholic leader spoke about laws discriminating against LGBTQ people, his health and his predecessor in a wide-ranging interview with the AP.
The vote was 61-36, with a number of Republican senators choosing not to vote.
A Pennsylvania lawmaker is facing criticism for attending his gay son's wedding last week, just days after opposing a bill in the U.S. house that would enshrine protections for same-sex marriage into federal law.
As political editor Jon Delano reports, it's an issue that divided local members of Congress along party lines.
An Indiana catholic school guidance counselor may lose her job of 15 years after officials learned she was married to another woman.
A same-sex couple in Indiana is claiming that a local florist refused to serve them and their upcoming wedding.
The Supreme Court is setting aside a Colorado court ruling against a baker who wouldn't make a wedding cake for a same-sex couple.
A new Gallup survey estimates that 123,000 same-sex marriages have taken place across the U.S. in the year since the Supreme Court ruling that legalized such unions nationwide.
Lots of people around the country have showed their support for the Supreme Court's ruling on same-sex marriage Friday.
Supreme Court says same-sex couples have right to marry in all 50 states.
The Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) has expanded its definition of marriage to include a "commitment between two people," recognizing gay marriage as Christian in the church constitution after decades of debate over same-sex relationships.
Same-sex marriage is now legal in Pennsylvania. But few churches, synagogues or mosques allow a religious wedding for gay couples.
Pittsburgh's LGBT community is celebrating this weekend.
Mayor Bill Peduto will marry a select few LGBT couples planning to tie the knot after last week's federal court decision, in a group ceremony.
Gov. Tom Corbett has had a consistently low approval rating the last four years.
Pamela Vanhaitsma and Jess Garity of Shadyside have waited years for to be officially married.
Pennsylvania's governor says he won't appeal a court decision that struck down the state's gay marriage ban.
After a federal judge ruled Pennsylvania's ban on gay marriage was unconstitutional, same-sex couples lined up at the City-County Building to apply for marriage licenses.
Upwards of 1,000 people filled Ellsworth Avenue in Shadyside for a rally organized by the Delta Foundation of Pittsburgh.
A Federal judge is expected to issue his ruling on Pennsylvania's gay marriage ban.
Democrats on a state House committee walked out of a hearing on a resolution calling for the impeachment of Pennsylvania Attorney General Kathleen Kane, a fellow Democrat.
Gay couples and others challenging Pennsylvania's 1996 law banning same-sex marriage asked a federal judge Monday to bypass a trial in favor of a quicker ruling in the case.
Gubernatorial candidate John Hanger, a Hershey Democrat, was in Pittsburgh Monday to join UPMC employees at a downtown demonstration, saying senior UPMC executives are fostering income inequality by short-changing workers.
After newly two years of seeking the necessary approvals, a big development in East Liberty is still on hold.
She's facing more than a thousand felony charges.
Is Latrobe, Pennsylvania, the birthplace of professional football?
For some, the laundromat is a place to connect and chat, and now, it's becoming a place to better yourself and your family.
Josh Shapiro has been getting questioned by Pennsylvania and the country about whether he's going to join the Democratic ticket with Kamala Harris.
After newly two years of seeking the necessary approvals, a big development in East Liberty is still on hold.
She's facing more than a thousand felony charges.
Is Latrobe, Pennsylvania, the birthplace of professional football?
For some, the laundromat is a place to connect and chat, and now, it's becoming a place to better yourself and your family.
Josh Shapiro has been getting questioned by Pennsylvania and the country about whether he's going to join the Democratic ticket with Kamala Harris.
After newly two years of seeking the necessary approvals, a big development in East Liberty is still on hold.
Josh Shapiro has been getting questioned by Pennsylvania and the country about whether he's going to join the Democratic ticket with Kamala Harris.
The FBI's statement came after its director testified that there was still "some question" about what grazed former President Donald Trump's right ear.
The former president called Harris a "happy warrior" and vowed to do all he can to help her defeat former President Donald Trump in November.
Threats and violence are a major concern heading into the November election.
A sushi restaurant in Downtown Pittsburgh was hit with a consumer alert after an inspection.
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The state is suing a Pittsburgh-area home contractor who allegedly requested large sums for unfinished jobs.
Parents have their eyes on back-to-school shopping but it can get expensive.
A restaurant in Downtown Pittsburgh was ordered to close for the second time this year.
That's a wrap for this week on PTL!
The 2024 Olympic Games kick off today and we have a few local names to look out for!
We're in the middle of summer, but it's never too early for Christmas, right? David and Heather took a crafting lesson with Steel City Craft Emporium's Tom Swartz, and vendor and instructor, Denise Fialkovitch.
Zac Coughlin, the founder and creator of Zac's Sweet Shop, put us to work on the show today. We helped him make some sweet treats!
David and Heather met Zac Coughlin, the founder and creator of Zac's Sweet Shop, on today's show.
Gov. Josh Shapiro signed legislation aimed at saving pharmacies from going out of business.
The Pittsburgh Bureau of Police is initiating new patrols Downtown focused on smoke shops and the street activity around them.
Columbia Gas wants to abandon service to the Burhan-Crouse Funeral Home.
Leaders in Pittsburgh have taken the first step toward preventing the random Downtown attacks the city has seen on innocent people.
Pittsburgh's public safety director said the system fails to address the underlying problems of homelessness, addiction and mental illness.
Amid a widening listeria outbreak, Boar's Head is recalling all of its liverwurst products sold nationwide, as well as some deli meats.
People with special needs or dementia are at a greater risk of wandering away, but now, law enforcement in Washington County can find them in minutes.
Pittsburgh was ranked 17th among the 100 largest cities in the United States.
Patients at a local hospital can choose not to be given opioids before, during and after surgeries.
Dr. Paul Leong, the owner of Sistine Plastic Surgery, joined us to share advice on what daily routines will make a difference for mature skin and how to properly use some common products like retinol.
The Pittsburgh Steelers have reported to Saint Vincent College in Latrobe for another summer of training camp action.
Four of the star athletes representing the United States are from the Pittsburgh area.
The 2024 Olympics will be in Paris this summer, but the locations for the upcoming Winter Games in 2026 and Summer Games in 2028 have already been chosen. Here's where they'll be.
Russell Wilson sat out of practice after waking up with a minor calf issue.
English Premier League side Liverpool F.C. and La Liga club Real Betis kick off at 7 p.m. on Friday.
After newly two years of seeking the necessary approvals, a big development in East Liberty is still on hold.
Wiers Farm of Willard, Ohio is recalling peppers, green beans, cucumbers and other vegetables due to possible listeria monocytogene contamination.
Some brides are left scrambling after a local bridal shop closed.
Amazon said it is looking to fill over 600 full-time jobs with positions starting at $17.75 an hour.
The state is suing a Pittsburgh-area home contractor who allegedly requested large sums for unfinished jobs.
Hundreds of the nation's top athletes will represent Team USA in Paris at the 2024 Olympics.
Rapper and sports fan Snoop Dogg will carry the Olympic flame through the suburb of Saint-Denis, north of Paris.
Bob Newhart, who starred in the long-running sitcoms "The Bob Newhart Show" and "Newhart," has died at age 94.
"Big Brother" announced Tuesday the 16 new Houseguests who will move into the "Big Brother" house and, for the first time ever, have the power to vote in a 17th houseguest.
"Dance Moms" star Christi Lukasiak is facing DUI charges after a crash in Westmoreland County last month.
An idea from a 7-year-old three years ago has turned into an impressive fundraising event.
After newly two years of seeking the necessary approvals, a half a billion-dollar development to bring new housing, offices and stores to East Liberty is still on hold. KDKA-TV's Andy Sheehan has the latest.
A Fayette County woman is facing more than a thousand felony charges after police say she preyed on a vulnerable member of the community. KDKA-TV's Shelley Bortz reports.
Get the latest weather updates with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast.
Ron Smiley joins Talk Pittsburgh to give a look at your weekend forecast.
The Pittsburgh Steelers have reported to Saint Vincent College in Latrobe for another summer of training camp action.
KDKA-TV had a busy day on Friday at Picklesburgh in Downtown Pittsburgh.
Cranberry Township police asked all residents to shelter in place and lock their doors while they searched for a "suspicious person."
People in the Pittsburgh area are cleaning up after storms rolled through on Wednesday.
To celebrate a company-wide Community Day, KDKA held a food donation drive for the people who need the most help in our area. The Talk Pittsburgh team loaded the donations up and took them over to Jubilee Kitchen. Here's a look!