Trump administration asks Supreme Court to allow layoffs at Education Department
A federal judge in Massachusetts had blocked the Trump administration from laying off more than 1,300 employees at the Department of Education.
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A federal judge in Massachusetts had blocked the Trump administration from laying off more than 1,300 employees at the Department of Education.
The 50% steel and aluminum tariffs could lead to higher prices on everything from cars to home and office supplies.
Spike in early Social Security claims this year points to growing concerns about the health of the Social Security system, experts say.
The final details of the ownership structure for the not-yet-finalized partnership between U.S. Steel and Nippon Steel are still up in the air.
Pennsylvania has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Agriculture over cutting funding to the food aid program for states.
Food banks fear that if the budget bill heading to the U.S. Senate gets passed, thousands of people in Pennsylvania will go hungry.
Pittsburgh and Allegheny County are among hundreds of jurisdictions accused of standing in the way of efforts to deport illegal immigrants.
Shares of several major U.S. steel companies jumped Monday after President Trump said he would hike tariffs to 50%.
Mr. Trump celebrated what he calls a partnership between U.S. Steel and Japan-based Nippon on Friday, sharing details about commitments in the partnership and increased tariffs on imported steel.
Steelworkers are excited for the future after President Trump talked about the partnership between U.S. Steel and Nippon Steel.
President Trump said that Elon Musk "will, always, be with us, helping all the way." Musk's tenure as a "special government employee" is formally ending.
A federal court on Wednesday froze the April 2 tariffs imposed by President Trump on almost every foreign nation. Here's what that means.
The Trump administration has canceled $766 million awarded to Moderna to develop a vaccine against potential pandemic influenza viruses, including the H5N1 bird flu.
The Trump administration is planning to expand social media screenings for international students applying for visas.
"I am proud to announce that, after much consideration and negotiation, US Steel will REMAIN in America," President Trump wrote Friday afternoon.
President Trump said he would impose steep tariff on Apple unless company starts manufacturing some iPhones in the U.S.
The budget package addresses President Trump's tax, defense and energy priorities. It now heads to the Senate, where hurdles remain.
About half of states have broadened Medicaid, the state-federal low-income health care program, to pay for social services such as housing and nutritional support.
Walmart this week warned that everything from bananas to children's car seats could increase in price despite the softer tariffs on China.
President Trump signed an executive order setting a 30-day deadline for drug companies to lower prices on prescription drugs.
On Monday, President Trump said Qatar is "giving us a gift" and "I could be a stupid person and say, oh no, we don't want a free plane."
According to reporting, Nippon Steel is doubling down on its efforts to acquire U.S. Steel by mid-June.
Parenthood is becoming a lot more expensive with President Trump's tariffs on China and other countries.
A recent dip in overdose deaths has been credited in part to wider naloxone access.
In recent weeks, Social Security has been plagued by problems related to technology, system errors, and even the marking of living people as dead.
See the full Pittsburgh Pirates schedule for the 2026 MLB season.
Two teenage boys have been given probation after using artificial intelligence to create hundreds of fake nude photos of their classmates.
Days after kids got into a major brawl in Downtown Pittsburgh, some school leaders are reacting, trying to get ahead of more potential activity this weekend.
The only perfect bracket left after the opening weekend of the men's and women's NCAA tournaments belongs to a teen from Pittsburgh.
Two Republican state senators have introduced a proposal to hold people accountable for evading tolls on the Pennsylvania Turnpike.
See the full Pittsburgh Pirates schedule for the 2026 MLB season.
Two teenage boys have been given probation after using artificial intelligence to create hundreds of fake nude photos of their classmates.
Days after kids got into a major brawl in Downtown Pittsburgh, some school leaders are reacting, trying to get ahead of more potential activity this weekend.
The annual KDKA Fish Fry Guide is back for Lent! Check our listings for a 2026 fish fry near you in Pittsburgh.
The only perfect bracket left after the opening weekend of the men's and women's NCAA tournaments belongs to a teen from Pittsburgh.
Two Republican state senators have introduced a proposal to hold people accountable for evading tolls on the Pennsylvania Turnpike.
In a 54 to 37 vote, two Democrats voted with all Republicans in attendance to advance Sen. Markwayne Mullin's nomination. A final confirmation vote is expected in the coming days.
Most Republicans, especially MAGA, continue to support the US action and express a lot of confidence in Trump personally.
The Supreme Court will consider whether states can count mail ballots that are postmarked by Election Day but arrive after.
Robert Mueller served as FBI director from 2001 to 2013 and led the investigation into allegations of Russian meddling in the 2016 presidential election.
Studies show nearly 25% of Pennsylvanians can't pay their power bills at least once a year.
After a rat raised questions about health and safety at The Urban Tap, the owner says the South Side business is ready to gain back the public's trust.
Looking to get free shipping when you make an online purchase, but your order doesn't qualify? Here's how you can change that!
Pennsylvania farmers say economic factors like diesel fuel and fertilizer costs are pushing them to the edge.
The gas price spikes are real and apparent. Here's how Pittsburgh drivers can save money.
This week’s waiting child, Zachary, has a big personality. He knows how to take his shot and make it count! Mikey Hood figured there was no better fit than mini golf at Puttery in the Strip District.
Digital clutter is the new junk drawer, and chances are, yours is overflowing. Here to help us clear the chaos and take back control is content creator Camilla “Cami” Nwokedi.
Spring cleaning isn’t just for your home. Your car needs a reset, too! We’re detailing the do’s and don’ts of getting your car fresh and clean, thanks to Eddie Cerminara, owner of EJ’s Car Wash & Automotive Detailing.
Shari Zatman of Perfectly Planned by Shari is teaching Heather and David how to make baseball-themed placemats!
Since the Pirates open their season on the road, chances are you’ll be catching that first pitch from your couch. Why not make it an experience? Shari Zatman, of Perfectly Planned by Shari, is showing us how to turn our home into a baseball diamond!
Steven Eason, 15, was shot and killed while trying to break up a fight at the Haunted Hills Hayride in North Versailles in 2021. No arrest has been made.
People in the Pittsburgh area formed "Families for Justice," a support group for parents who lost children to gun violence.
An inspection sheds light on why dust is blanketing a neighborhood in Westmoreland County.
The O'Connor administration will begin taking a scalpel to Pittsburgh's finances as it tries to close a $30 million to $40 million budget hole.
Residents in the area of Rochester, Beaver County, say a persistent chemical smell has taken over the air.
When doctors found out Ainsley Flynn had viral myocarditis, they leaped into action to save her. Now, Flynn is giving back.
UPMC Hillman Cancer Center is exploring everything radiation treatment can treat, and the success has been life-changing for people.
A Pittsburgh-area man is not just giving people living with ALS a voice, he's giving them their own voice.
A cancer once rare in young people has become the number one cause of cancer-related deaths for Americans under age 50.
Fish fries can be a quandary for people with heart and other medical issues.
See the full Pittsburgh Pirates schedule for the 2026 MLB season.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
The only perfect bracket left after the opening weekend of the men's and women's NCAA tournaments belongs to a teen from Pittsburgh.
For the third consecutive season, Skenes will donate $100 for every strikeout he records.
Nathan MacKinnon scored his NHL-leading 46th goal as the Colorado Avalanche eased by the Pittsburgh Penguins 6-2.
Pittsburgh's newest music venue released a lineup of its first concerts on Monday, giving a taste of what's to come at Citizens Live at the Wylie.
Forbes' latest ranking of the world's richest people has been released, and the list features billionaires with ties to Pittsburgh.
A fire chief says a fire at an Ohio hog farm complex has killed about 6,000 pigs and unleashed a large plume of smoke that could be seen for miles.
Lawmakers in Harrisburg are looking at bills to tackle dynamic pricing.
The budget airline Breeze is launching a new nonstop route from Pittsburgh to Myrtle Beach this summer.
Newborns at a Pittsburgh-area hospital dressed up to celebrate the 20th anniversary of "Hannah Montana."
11 shows will be coming to Pittsburgh, including six winners of the Best Musical at the Tony Awards.
CBS News announced Friday that CBS News Radio will be shutting down this spring after nearly 100 years of broadcasting, citing "challenging economic realities."
Chuck Norris' family said his death at 86 was sudden, but did not share any details on the cause.
A fast-casual restaurant and a massive plaza will be open on April 2 on Pittsburgh's North Shore.
KDKA-TV's Bob Pompeani and 93.7 The Fan's Chris Mueller discuss today's sports topics.
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said Wednesday afternoon that talks between Washington and Tehran are still ongoing. She warned that President Trump will "unleash hell" if a peace deal is not made.
A woman was taken into custody after law enforcement officers surrounded a Downtown Pittsburgh parking garage with guns drawn on Wednesday afternoon.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast.
Days after kids got into a major brawl in Downtown Pittsburgh, some school leaders are reacting, trying to get ahead of more potential activity this weekend. Pittsburgh Public Schools left a voice message for families Tuesday night, informing them about a flyer circulating on social media of a "downtown takeover" on Friday. KDKA-TV's Lauren Linder reports.
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.
