Debates continue over student loan debt
Republicans and Democrats remain at an impasse over the best course of action.
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Governor Wolf Continues Push For $200 Million Scholarship Program To Lower Student Debt
The governor wants state lawmakers to use unspent American Rescue Plan dollars to fund the program.
White House To Extend Student Loan Pause Through Aug. 31
The Biden administration plans to freeze federal student loan payments through Aug. 31, extending a moratorium that has allowed millions of Americans to postpone payments during the coronavirus pandemic, according to an administration official familiar with the White House's decision-making.
Navient To Cancel $67M In Pennsylvanians' Student Debt
Thousands of Pennsylvanians will get nearly $67 million in debt canceled after a settlement with one of the nation's largest student loan servicers.
State Officials Warn Student Loan Forgiveness Scams Are Surging
The Wolf administration is warning about a surge in student loan forgiveness scams.
Department Of Education Extends Freeze On Student Loan Payments
In his first 24 hours in office, President Joe Biden got down to business in the Oval Office.
Attorney General Josh Shapiro Shuts Down Student Loan Forgiveness Scam, Gets $74,000 In Refunds
Attorney General Josh Shapiro has shut down a student loan forgiveness scam, which has to repay $74,000 to Pennsylvanians.
Debt Relief Secured For Nearly 1,500 Former ITT Tech Students In Pa.
A new settlement will result in debt relief for nearly 1,500 former ITT Tech students in Pennsylvania.
'$4 Billion Worth Of Extra Costs On The Backs Of Students': AG Shapiro Talks Student Debt Crisis
Pa. Attorney General Josh Shapiro met with students on the University of Pittsburgh's campus Friday to talk about solving student debt.
Thousands Of Students To Get Total Loan Forgiveness In New Settlement
More than 12,000 Pennsylvania students are getting total loan forgiveness for money lent to them by the Career Education Corporation.
Hundreds Of Pitt Students Protest High Tuition Costs As Part Of "Million Student March"
Several hundred University of Pittsburgh students blocked evening rush hour traffic Thursday in Oakland to protest the rising cost of tuition and student debt.
President Acts To Help Students Saddled With College Debt
Signing an executive order Monday afternoon, President Barack Obama stretched out the repayment of federal student loans -- capping repayments at 10 percent of monthly income -- and he called on Congress to do more to help.
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Dave McCormick sues over counting mail ballots in Pennsylvania Senate race
It is the first — but likely not the last — lawsuit in the contest between Oz and McCormick.
2 accused of killing Waynesburg couple could face death penalty
Shawna Smith and Cortland Rogers have been charged in connection to the killings.
Giant Eagle recalls packaged apple slices with peanut butter dip
The recall is due to potential salmonella contamination.
Investigation continues after state trooper shoots, kills man in Washington County
State police are handling this investigation with the help of the district attorney and coroner's offices.
Keystone Oaks teacher will stand trial on child pornography charges
A former music teacher in the Keystone Oaks School District appeared in court on child porn charges Monday.
As mail-in ballots continue to be counted, Mccormick narrows Oz's lead in Senate GOP nomination
This race is heading into overtime.
Company test driving trucks on I-576
Lawrenceville-based Locomation is testing self-driving trucks on I-576.
Case moves forward against student accused of having rifle on school grounds
Police said they found a loaded AR-15 inside the student's vehicle at West Allegheny High School.
'Sandwich generation' struggling with rising costs
For the so-called "sandwich generation," the rising cost of everything is especially frustrating.
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Dave McCormick sues over counting mail ballots in Pennsylvania Senate race
It is the first — but likely not the last — lawsuit in the contest between Oz and McCormick.
2 accused of killing Waynesburg couple could face death penalty
Shawna Smith and Cortland Rogers have been charged in connection to the killings.
Giant Eagle recalls packaged apple slices with peanut butter dip
The recall is due to potential salmonella contamination.
Investigation continues after state trooper shoots, kills man in Washington County
State police are handling this investigation with the help of the district attorney and coroner's offices.
Keystone Oaks teacher will stand trial on child pornography charges
A former music teacher in the Keystone Oaks School District appeared in court on child porn charges Monday.
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Dave McCormick sues over counting mail ballots in Pennsylvania Senate race
It is the first — but likely not the last — lawsuit in the contest between Oz and McCormick.
As mail-in ballots continue to be counted, Mccormick narrows Oz's lead in Senate GOP nomination
This race is heading into overtime.
Former AG Kathleen Kane sent to treatment after violating probation by driving drunk
Kathleen Kane admitted Monday that she violated her probation when she was arrested for drunken driving in March.
Allegheny County Elections Board to examine rejected mail-in and absentee ballots
Nearly a week later, the Republican nominee for U.S. Senate from Pennsylvania remains up in the air.
Democratic Senate candidate and Lt. Governor John Fetterman released from the hospital
Fetterman was hospitalized after suffering a stroke.
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Pre-cooked bacon food topping recalled because packages could have metal pieces
Smithfield Meats is recalling more than 185,000 pounds of pre-cooked bacon toppings, the USDA said.
Smithfield Meats recalling bacon
Smithfield Meats is recalling bacon toppings.
Saving money while shopping and planning for your Memorial Day cookout
This coming weekend is the official start of grilling season and a lot of Memorial Day gatherings -- but against the backdrop of everything costing more, how do you host a party without going broke?
J.M. Smucker Company issues recall of Jif peanut butter products due to potential salmonella contamination
A total of 14 illnesses have been reported across 12 states.
FTC issues warning about baby formula scams
The scammers are mostly on the internet.
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Something Good: Mary's school visit
KDKA Meteorologist Mary Ours visited the kids at Bradford Woods Elementary School to talk about the weather!
New immersive theater experience perfect for slasher movie fans
PTL's Daisy Jade is talking with our friend and PTL contributor Sean Collier about his new play, "Blood Moon," an immersive theater experience perfect for slasher movie fans.
Kamayan Dinner celebrates traditional Filipino foods
PTL's Mikey Hood is in the kitchen with Chef Kimberly Haugh for Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. They chat about the Kamayan Dinner: A Hand to Mouth Experience at Terrene in Station Square.
Monday Motivation: Getting outside
Motivational speaker and former Pittsburgh Steeler Arthur Moats joins us for Motivation Monday! He's talking about the importance of getting outside now that the warmer months have arrived.
Pet Of The Week: Yoshi
PTL's Celina Pompeani Mathison meets our PTL Pet of the Week, Yoshi, an adoptable pet from Rabbit Wranglers.
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Report found Fern Hollow Bridge had 'major decay' just months before collapse
PennDOT had been withholding the report since the collapse.
Questions surround the Office of Community Health and Safety
Community leaders who supported the creation of the office have grown impatient.
KDKA Investigates: Firefighters union says city awarded contract for engines without input
After their review, the Gainey administration has canceled the purchase.
Mayor Gainey calls reduction in traffic stops 'a good thing'
Pittsburgh Mayor Ed Gainey reacted to KDKA Investigates' reporting of new data that shows significant drops in traffic stops.
Police traffic stops decreasing in Pittsburgh's communities of color
After years of criticism, police traffic stops in minority neighborhoods in the city of Pittsburgh have been reduced.
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Pre-cooked bacon food topping recalled because packages could have metal pieces
Smithfield Meats is recalling more than 185,000 pounds of pre-cooked bacon toppings, the USDA said.
J.M. Smucker Company issues recall of Jif peanut butter products due to potential salmonella contamination
A total of 14 illnesses have been reported across 12 states.
Sen. Casey introduces bill to protect families from baby formula shortages
Sen. Bob Casey along with other lawmakers have introduced a bill to avoid future baby formula shortages.
Allegheny County Jail returns to modified lockdown due to uptick in COVID-19 cases
The Allegheny County Jail is back on modified lockdown because of increasing COVID-19 cases.
CDC seeing uptick in unexplained cases of hepatitis in young children
Investigators say more than half the children tested positive for a virus commonly linked to upset stomachs.
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Report: Dwayne Haskins was legally drunk when killed by dump truck
Haskins' cause of death was multiple blunt force injuries and his manner of death was an accident.
Steelers host Girls High School Flag Football Championship at Heinz Field
Local girls got the chance to make history in the inaugural championship game.
Pujols hits 2 HRs, Molina pitches, Matz hurt, Cards top Bucs
A six-run second inning helped propel the Cardinals to an easy win.
Reynolds' inside the park home run not enough to lift Pirates over Cardinals
The inside the park home run was no match for Goldschmidt's four-hit night.
Report: Penguins agree to six-year deal with forward Bryan Rust
The Penguins have reached a deal with one of their big-name free agents.
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Mineo's Pizza House in Allison Park temporarily closing
The location is temporarily shutting down due to a staffing shortage.
Sunday Business Page: Making sense of the economy
KDKA's Jon Delano talks to PNC chief economist Dr. Gus Faucher about how to make sense of the economy lately.
Asian American Chamber of Commerce event seeks to help the next generation
The event was held to highlight inequalities some small business owners and local entrepreneurs face in Pittsburgh.
City and county joint report details tax-exempt property and its impact on revenue
A report from the City of Pittsburgh and Allegheny County controllers details the prevalence of tax-exempt property.
Sunday Business Page: 'Operation Warp Speed'
KDKA's Jon Delano is talking to businessman, politician and author Paul Mango about his new book - "Operation Warp Speed."
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CBS unveils 2022-2023 primetime lineup
CBS announced its 2022-2023 primetime programming lineup of CBS Originals, featuring four new dramas and more.
Lee Daniels horror film set in Pittsburgh looking for paid extras
A new Lee Daniels horror film set in Pittsburgh is looking for paid extras.
Carrie Underwood announces 43-city tour that will roll through Pittsburgh
Hours after it was announced that Eric Clapton will perform at PPG Paints Arena, another huge name in music announced her own tour stop in Pittsburgh.
Eric Clapton to perform in Pittsburgh in September
Legendary guitarist Eric Clapton has included Pittsburgh on a limited five-city tour in September.
Billy Porter serves as CMU graduation keynote speaker
He graduated from the university's School of Drama in 1991
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2 accused of killing Waynesburg couple could face death penalty
Two people accused of killing a couple in Waynesburg could face the death penalty.
KDKA News Update PM: May 23, 2022
KDKA News Update PM: May 23, 2022
Diversifying Pride celebrations in Pittsburgh
Pride Month celebrations are right around the corner.
Man shot, killed by trooper in Washington County
A man was shot and killed by a Pennsylvania State Police trooper during a traffic stop in Washington County over the weekend; KDKA's Amy Wadas reports.
Keystone Oaks teacher will stand trial on child pornography charges
A former music teacher in the Keystone Oaks School District appeared in court on child porn charges Monday; KDKA's Shelley Bortz reports.
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Pittsburgh Marathon returns, thousands of runners participate
Pittsburgh Marathon weekend 2022 brought hundreds of thousands of people into the city. Despite a rainy day, runners made their way through 14 city neighborhoods.
Aftermath of mass shooting on the North Side
A violent morning in the North Side saw 11 victims, including 2 dead juveniles and 9 others who were injured.
Winter Storm Brings Rain, Ice And Snow To Southwestern Pennsylvania
Western Pennsylvania is bracing for a severe winter storm consisting of rain, ice, and snow throughout the region.
Port Authority Bus Lifted From Fern Hollow Bridge Collapse Site
The trapped Port Authority bus was lifted from the Fern Hollow Bridge collapse site in Frick Park on Monday, Jan. 31, 2022. The bus was on the bridge when the structure gave way on Friday, injuring at least 10 people.
Bridge Collapses In Pittsburgh's Frick Park
The Fern Hollow Bridge collapsed in Pittsburgh on the morning of Jan. 28, 2022. The structure is located at Forbes and Braddock Avenues and spans Frick Park, below is Hot Dog Dam Dog Park and a walking/running trail.
