Pittsburgh City councilwoman sponsors legislation to protect gender-affirming care
The legislation would protect healthcare providers and patients.
Transgender
Judge blocks Arkansas ban on gender-affirming care for trans youth
Republican lawmakers in Arkansas enacted the ban in 2021, overriding a veto by former GOP Gov. Asa Hutchinson.
West Virginia legislature passes transgender care ban
The bill now heads to Gov. Justice's desk for signature.
Parents and students of Beaver County school protest suspension of biology teacher
Daren Cusato was suspended for his refusal to address transgender students by their preferred pronouns.
Lawsuit aimed at banning transgender discussion in Mount Lebanon School District
A lawsuit KDKA-TV just got its hands on alleges that the Mount Lebanon School District has violated three parents' civil and constitutional rights "to direct the upbringing and education of children under their control."
Allegheny County Jail, ACLU reach settlement over alleged sexual assault of transgender woman
Jules Williams, a transgender woman, alleged she was sexually assaulted between 2015 and 2017.
State house passes bill barring transgender girls from competing in girls' sports
Governor Tom Wolf has promised to veto the bill.
Pennsylvania GOP Lawmakers Push Bill Banning Transgender Girls From Girls' Sports
A Republican proposal to prevent transgender girls from competing in girls' school sports passed the Pennsylvania House Education Committee on Tuesday, over Democratic opposition.
Pennsylvania House Committee To Vote On Bill To Ban Transgender Women From Female Sports
The bill is controversial because some see it as discriminatory.
Family, Community Look For Justice In Transgender Woman's Shooting Death
A family and community are grieving the loss of their loved ones and hoping for answers.
Transgender Student In Armstrong County Left Concussed After Attack At High School, Mother Says
A transgender student at Armstrong High School says she was attacked at school.
U.S. Department Of Justice: West Virginia Transgender Athlete Ban Violates Federal Law
The U.S. Department of Justice has slammed a new West Virginia law that bans transgender athletes from competing in female sports.
Tyler Titus Closer To Becoming First Openly Transgender County Executive In Country After Winning Erie County Primary
Erie County could have the first openly transgender county executive in the country.
Pennsylvania Bill To Ban Transgender Girls From Women's Sports Creates Controversy
Pennsylvania Rep. Valerie Gaydos, a Moon Republican, and several female colleagues have introduced a bill to ban transgender women in Pennsylvania from playing on women's sports teams.
Pennsylvania Lawmakers Introducing Bill To Ban Transgender Girls From Competing In Women's School Sports
Some Pennsylvania lawmakers are introducing a bill to ban transgender girls from competing in women's school sports teams.
West Virginia House Passes Transgender Athlete Bill
The West Virginia House passed a transgender athlete bill.
Ohio Officials Say S.D. Gov. Kristi Noem Used Photos Without Consent On Website To Promote Campaign To Ban Transgender Women From Women's Sports
A website unveiled by South Dakota's governor to promote her campaign to ban transgender women from women's sports is using photos without consent, Ohio officials said.
Lawsuit Alleges West Virginia Health Plans Unlawfully Denied Gender-Confirming Care For 2 Transgender Residents
A federal lawsuit is alleging West Virginia's Medicaid and state employee health plans unlawfully denied coverage for gender-confirming care for two transgender residents.
Several Hundred 'Pittsburgh Action For Black Trans Lives' Protesters Moved Through Downtown
A group of Black Lives Matter protesters marched through the streets of downtown Pittsburgh.
'Historic Decision': Supreme Court Ruling That Protects LGBTQ Workers From Job Discrimination Will Impact Many Employees And Employers In Pennsylvania
The U.S. Supreme Court held that employers cannot discriminate against gay or transgender employees in the workplace.
Rosemary Ketchum Becomes First Openly Transgender Elected Official In West Virginia
Rosemary Ketchum won a seat on a City Council in West Virginia, making her the first openly transgender elected official in the state.
Bill Would Ban Competition By Transgender Females In Ohio High School And College Girls Sports
Republican lawmakers are sponsoring a bill that would ban transgender females from competing in Ohio high school and college girls and women's sports.
US Judge Dismisses Lawsuit Over Transgender Pronoun Dispute At Ohio University
A judge dismissed a professor's lawsuit against a small, public university in Ohio that rebuked him for not addressing a transgender student using the student's preferred gender terms.
New Ohio Bill Would Punish Doctors Who Help Transgender Children Transition
A bill has been introduced in Ohio that would punish doctors who help transgender youth transition.
Bill Would Require Student Athletes To Compete In Sports Based On Gender At Birth
Critics of a bill that would require student athletes in Tennessee to play on the sports team of their gender birth say it is an attack on transgender students.
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Fayette County woman learns hard way not all delivery drivers carry the correct insurance
From packages to groceries to dinner showing up on our doorsteps, we live in a fast-paced world with non-stop deliveries.
1 person shot in Arnold
Police said no one is in custody at this time, and there is no danger to the community in Arnold, Westmoreland County.
FBI joins search for missing 9-year-old Charlotte Sena
Charlotte Sena vanished from Moreau Lake State Park in New York while on a visit with her family.
Report: Steelers QB Kenny Pickett's knee injury not considered serious
Gerry Dulac of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reported Pickett will "be fine," according to his sources.
Prosecutors reveal a reason for Capitol rioter's secretive sentencing: His government cooperation
Prosecutors acknowledged Samuel Lazar supplied the government with information as part of a plea agreement.
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Fayette County woman learns hard way not all delivery drivers carry the correct insurance
From packages to groceries to dinner showing up on our doorsteps, we live in a fast-paced world with non-stop deliveries.
1 person shot in Arnold
Police said no one is in custody at this time, and there is no danger to the community in Arnold, Westmoreland County.
FBI joins search for missing 9-year-old Charlotte Sena
Charlotte Sena vanished from Moreau Lake State Park in New York while on a visit with her family.
KDKA-TV Turkey Fund
The KDKA-TV Turkey Fund has provided holiday meals to more than a million families.
Report: Steelers QB Kenny Pickett's knee injury not considered serious
Gerry Dulac of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reported Pickett will "be fine," according to his sources.
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McCarthy says "I'll survive" after Gaetz moves to oust him
"I think we need to rip off the Band-Aid," Rep. Matt Gaetz said of his plan to oust Speaker Kevin McCarthy from his leadership role.
Go 'Around The Table' with Stacy Smith
Stream Around The Table segments here on CBS News Pittsburgh.
Jimmy Carter celebrates 99th birthday
Celebrating the longest-lived U.S. president this way was inconceivable not long ago.
Biden tells Congress to "get to work" after averting government shutdown
Hours before a midnight deadline, Congress passed a short-term funding bill to keep the government running for 45 days.
US Sen. Dianne Feinstein remembered as trailblazer by Pennsylvania's senators
Tributes are pouring in for Dianne Feinstein, the trailblazing California senator, who has died at 90.
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Pennsylvania American Water beginning multi-million-dollar upgrade project in the South Hills
Mt. Lebanon, Whitehall, Finleyville, and Bethel Park are all slated for upgrades.
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Money Minute: Medical debt and your credit score
Thanks to an act of Congress in 2022, the three nationwide credit agencies removed all paid medical debt from credit reports.
Pittsburgh-area gas prices leaving drivers frustrated as rest of the country seeing declining prices
40 of 50 states saw prices on the retreat this week, including Pennsylvania, but not here in Pittsburgh.
Giant Eagle partners with Instacart for same-day delivery
Giant Eagle is partnering with Instacart for same-day delivery.
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Pop Talk Live: October 2, 2023
Melanie from STAR 100.7 joined us for another edition of Pop Talk Live!
Money Monday: Investing doesn't have to be scary
For this edition of Money Monday, we had on Costas Grekis, the Vice President and wealth advisor at CUSO Financial Services, to talk about taking the fear out of investing. This segment was sponsored by Clearview Federal Credit Union.
PTL Sneak Peek: 'Catch Me If You Can The Musical'
"Catch Me If You Can The Musical" opens at Lincoln Park Performing Arts Center in Midland this Friday, Oct. 6.
Honoring Hispanic Heritage Month with a taste of Argentina
On PTL Monday, we tried our hands at Empanadas. Ivan Gil-Silva and Rachel Jenkins, the owners of Mi Empanada in Lawrenceville, were here to show us how it's done.
PTL busts a move to celebrate 50 years of hip-hop
Two turntables and a microphone at a party in the Bronx in August of 1973. Many say that was the day hip-hop was born. This year is hip-hop's golden anniversary and Daisy was live at the Pittsburgh Playhouse this morning to show the ways the Steel City is getting in on the party.
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Fayette County woman learns hard way not all delivery drivers carry the correct insurance
From packages to groceries to dinner showing up on our doorsteps, we live in a fast-paced world with non-stop deliveries.
South Park woman without plumbing for 3 weeks despite paying for protection program
Mary Beth Rhodes says she can't keep living without working toilets or sinks.
Woman says her implanted medical device stopped working after going through PNC Park security system
It was supposed to be a day at the ballgame, but a woman from Maryland says it turned into a nightmare.
KDKA Investigates: With one-third of American kids unable to read at grade level, schools are returning to phonics
There's a crisis in reading, and scores across America are abysmal.
Sto-Rox School District to use armed security guards at schools
It's part of a growing trend of schools choosing private security over uniformed police officers.
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Pittsburgh woman dies from West Nile virus
A Pittsburgh woman died after she became hospitalized with West Nile virus.
In a first, CDC to recommend antibiotic pill after sex for some
The approach to fighting sexually transmitted infections has been nicknamed "Doxy-PEP."
Hundreds turn out for NAMIWalks event to raise awareness for mental health
Blue, sunny skies created the perfect conditions for a walk Sunday morning, and that's what 700 people did over in Monroeville to spread the word about mental health.
UPMC Mobile Safety Van takes life-saving tips and delivers them on wheels
The UPMC Mobile Safety Van is taking life-saving tips and delivering them to the community on wheels.
Rocker bassinets potentially deadly for babies, safety regulator warns
5in1 Rocker Bassinets sold online at Walmart.com and other websites pose suffocation, strangulation and fall hazards, regulators warn.
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Report: Steelers QB Kenny Pickett's knee injury not considered serious
Gerry Dulac of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reported Pickett will "be fine," according to his sources.
Former Steelers WR Chase Claypool remains in exile with Bears
Bears coach Matt Eberflus said Monday that Chase Claypool won't practice with the team this week.
17 Pittsburgh Riverhounds' matches will be televised on Pittsburgh's CW and streamed LIVE on KDKA.com
Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC and Pittsburgh's CW have entered a partnership for the 2023 season
Europe reclaims Ryder Cup with thrilling victory over United States
It was a weekend full of fireworks, both on and off the golf course as Team Europe stormed out to an early lead on Friday and ultimately, never looked back.
Steelers' charter flight home from Houston delayed due to mechanical issue
Last week, the Steelers' charter flight home from Las Vegas safely made an emergency landing in Kansas City.
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Pittsburgh Mills sheriff's sale canceled after owner pays $11.5 million in taxes
A sheriff's sale of the Pittsburgh Mills was canceled after the owner paid $11.5 million owed in special assessment taxes.
Duquesne Light union workers avert strike with tentative agreement
The agreement comes after the union representing Duquesne Light workers voted to authorize the strike earlier this week.
Pennsylvania families would feel impact of government shutdown
The prospect of a government shutdown looks increasingly likely with Congress running out of time to approve new funding.
Giant Eagle partners with Instacart for same-day delivery
Giant Eagle is partnering with Instacart for same-day delivery.
Heinz creates 'Ketchup and Seemingly Ranch' condiment for Taylor Swift after NFL game appearance
Heinz is releasing a limited edition "Ketchup and Seemingly Ranch."
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Beyoncé's Renaissance World Tour is coming to movie theaters
A documentary chronicling Beyoncé's just-concluded 39-city Renaissance World Tour will premiere in North American theaters Dec. 1, AMC Theaters announced Monday.
Mariah Carey announces Pittsburgh date for 'Merry Christmas One and All!' tour
Mariah Carey is bringing her "Merry Chrismas One And All" tour to Pittsburgh in December.
Late-night talk shows coming back following end of writers strike
They were the first shows to leave the air when the writers strike began May 2 and now will be among the first to return.
Man indicted for murder of Tupac Shakur in 1996 drive-by shooting
A Nevada grand jury indicted Duane "Keffe D" Davis in the long-unsolved killing of rapper Tupac Shakur, prosecutors announced in court Friday.
Judge ending conservatorship between Michael Oher and Memphis couple
Judge Kathleen Gomes said she is terminating the agreement reached in 2004 that allowed Sean and Leigh Anne Tuohy to control Michael Oher's finances.
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KDKA-TV Evening Forecast (10/2)
Get the latest weather updates from First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast.
Woman learns hard way not all delivery drivers carry the correct insurance
From packages to groceries to dinner showing up on our doorsteps, we live in a fast-paced world with non-stop deliveries.
3 students under investigation after 2 guns found at Hempfield Area High School
Two students were found with guns at Hempfield Area High School, prompting a lockdown and police investigation. KDKA-TV's Alexandra Todd has more.
1 person shot in Arnold
Police said no one is in custody at this time, and there is no danger to the community in Arnold.
The message of Violins of Hope
For the next several weeks, community members will be able to attend various events as part of Violins of Hope: Greater Pittsburgh. Sandy Rosen, chair, and Pat Siger, co-chair, joined Talk Pittsburgh.
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A dancing turkey, milkshakes and more highlight the 2nd PTL Gateway Clipper Cruise
Pittsburgh Today Live went sailing on the high seas, errr, three rivers with PNC and Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank to kick off the 421st annual KDKA-TV Turkey Fund campaign.
Law enforcement converge in Garfield as 'active shooting situation' unfolds
Pittsburgh police evacuated part of a neighborhood in Garfield as law enforcement and SWAT teams converged on the area due to a dangerous "active shooting situation" on Wednesday, Aug. 23, 2023.
PHOTOS: Five people killed in Plum house explosion
Other homes were destroyed and several people were injured in the explosion in the Rustic Ridge Estates section of Plum.
Guess Who? Go back to school with the KDKA Team
We've collected the class pictures of our KDKA team. Can you guess who's who from these photos?
Jury recommends death penalty in Pittsburgh synagogue shooting trial
The jury has recommended the death penalty for Robert Bowers, the gunman convicted of shooting and killing 11 worshippers in a Pittsburgh synagogue. The trial has been ongoing since the spring.
