It's not entirely clear what Elon Musk's purchase of Twitter means for users, experts say
Elon Musk's $44 billion purchase of Twitter is big news in the social media world.
Elon Musk Offers To Buy Twitter
According to a new filing with the SEC, Musk has offered to buy the company.
'Fight Me': Former Steeler Le'Veon Bell Goes After Jake Paul On Twitter
Le'Veon Bell is criticizing Jake Paul's wrestling method -- and wants to put his own to the test.
Popular Twitter Account Rates KDKA Reporter Jon Delano's Skype Room
Without a pandemic quarantine, we'd never be able to enjoy the splendor that is @ratemyskyperoom on Twitter.
Twitter Suspends Rep. Jim Banks For Misgendering Former Pennsylvania Health Secretary Rachel Levine
Twitter suspended an Indiana congressman's official account after removing a post about a transgender Biden administration official over a violation of the social media company's rules.
Rep. Mike Doyle Leads Committee To Take On Social Media Heavyweights Over Misinformation
A local congressman led a group of his colleagues in a bipartisan attack on the chief executives of three major social media companies.
Pro-Trump Demonstration At Twitter Headquarters Appears To Be A Bust, Twitter Claims To Respect 'People's Right To Express Their Views':
A demonstration by supporters of President Donald Trump to protest his ban from the Twitter social media platform outside the company's San Francisco headquarters appeared to be a bust Monday morning.
House Democrats Plan To Formally Introduce Articles Of Impeachment Against President Trump
In the fallout of this week's attack on the U.S. Capitol, Gears are now in motion to attempt to remove President Trump from office with less than two weeks left in his term.
West Virginia Sen. Joe Manchin Says President Donald Trump Should Be Banned From Twitter For Next 14 Days
West Virginia Senator Joe Manchin says President Donald Trump needs to be banned from Twitter for the next two weeks.
Study: Steelers 2020's Most Hated NFL Team
One sports betting's website found that in 2020, the Steelers are the NFL's most-hated team.
Study: More Than Half Of Americans Have Changed Social Media Habits During Pandemic
The pandemic, politics, and race relations have increased tensions around the country and that has changed the usage of social media among Americans.
Linkin Park Sends Trump Campaign Cease And Desist Letter For Using Their Music
President Trump retweeted a video using the band's song "In The End" and the band responded with a cease and desist letter.
'I Wish America Cared About Black Folks As Much As They Care About Buildings' Pirates' Shortstop Cole Tucker Reacts To Minneapolis Protests
"I wish America cared about black folks as much as they care about buildings," the shortstop said on Twitter.
Twitter Flags President Trump's Tweet With A 'Glorifying Violence' Warning
The social media network added a warning to the president's tweet saying it violated the terms of service by "glorifying violence."
12-Year-Old Celebrates Birthday In Isolation By Filling In World Map With The Help Of Twitter
Brandon usually celebrates his birthdays with a father-son adventure but this year, the adventure had to be virtual.
High School Student Creates Fake 2020 Congressional Candidate, Twitter Verifies The Account
'Let's make change in Washington together!" The account proclaimed but little did the social media site know, it wasn't a real candidate.
Pa. Lieutenant Governor John Fetterman Threatened With Lawsuit Over Blocking Twitter Users
Lieutenant Governor John Fetterman is being threatened with a lawsuit over blocking one of his critics on Twitter.
WATCH: Electric Eel Lights Up Aquarium's Christmas Tree And Tweets About It
An aquarium in Tennessee is hoping to shock visitors this holiday season with an electric eel that lights up a Christmas tree.
Houston Texans Star J.J. Watt Posts Epic Birthday Photo For His Brother Pittsburgh Steelers Linebacker T.J. Watt
T.J. Watt is celebrating his 25th birthday and his older brother is making sure everyone knows about it.
'Just Had To Get My Ends': Antonio Brown Says He And Ben Roethlisberger Were Never Friends
Antonio Brown took to Twitter to let everyone know that despite Ben Roethlisberger talking about their ruined friendship, the former teammates were never friends.
Lt. Gov. John Fetterman Agrees To Officiate Woman's Wedding After She Tweets Him
A woman who really wanted Lt. Gov. John Fetterman to officiate her wedding got her wish. All it took was a tweet.
Study: Social Media May Harm Teens' Mental Health
Social media use has been linked to depression, especially in teenage girls.
'I Didn't Mean Anything By It' Pittsburgh Steelers Safety Terrell Edmunds Addresses Antonio Brown Tweet
Terrell Edmunds is assuring everyone he meant nothing when he haphazardly liked Antonio Brown's "Two Face" tweet earlier in the week.
'Bro Stop Mentioning My Name' Former Pittsburgh Steelers Wide Receiver Antonio Brown Threatens Ryan Clark On Twitter
Antonio Brown has continued his outbursts on former teammates on social media.
Pa. Rep. Metcalfe Calls For Peduto's Impeachment After Gun Legislation Signing
State Rep. Daryl Metcalfe called for Mayor Bill Peduto's impeachment on Twitter after Peduto signed controversial gun legislation into law Tuesday.
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Half of all Texas schools have no mental health services
Texas would need to hire more than 5,000 licensed school psychologists to meet minimum recommended ratios.
Survey finds more than half of Pittsburgh area youth have lost a family member to gun violence
CeaseFirePA and the Greater Pittsburgh Coalition Against Violence conducted the survey.
Thousands of SUVs recalled due to seatbelt issue
The recall includes Escalades, Suburbans, Tahoes, and Yukons.
Crash on the North Side brings down light pole
No one was inside the vehicle once police arrived.
PennDOT opening 'Driver Improvement Schools' for those facing suspensions
The six-hour course is for drivers who have moving violations.
Pittsburghers have a small chance to see the Northern Lights on Thursday morning
Places in a dark area with a large view of the north will be your best bet.
Back To School: Packing a healthy lunch on a dime
There are plenty of ways to pack a healthy, affordable, and delicious lunch for your child.
Two bills in Pennsylvania General Assembly aim to create open primaries
The goal is to allow voters who aren't registered to a specific party to participate in primary elections.
Dealers rush to sell ghost guns before new rules take effect
Unserialized ghost guns will effectively be banned on Aug. 24, and retailers are scrambling to sell them.
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Half of all Texas schools have no mental health services
Texas would need to hire more than 5,000 licensed school psychologists to meet minimum recommended ratios.
Survey finds more than half of Pittsburgh area youth have lost a family member to gun violence
CeaseFirePA and the Greater Pittsburgh Coalition Against Violence conducted the survey.
Thousands of SUVs recalled due to seatbelt issue
The recall includes Escalades, Suburbans, Tahoes, and Yukons.
Crash on the North Side brings down light pole
No one was inside the vehicle once police arrived.
PennDOT opening 'Driver Improvement Schools' for those facing suspensions
The six-hour course is for drivers who have moving violations.
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Two bills in Pennsylvania General Assembly aim to create open primaries
The goal is to allow voters who aren't registered to a specific party to participate in primary elections.
Doug Mastriano challenges Josh Shapiro to 2 debates
6:17: Mastriano challenged Shapiro to a debate with some weird rules
First lady Jill Biden tests positive for COVID-19
The first lady has been vacationing in South Carolina with her family, including President Biden.
President Biden to sign Inflation Reduction Act into law
President Biden is signing the Inflation Reduction Act, making it officially a law, on Tuesday.
West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice: Voters shouldn't decide abortion access issue
The Republican governor said the state's abortion law falls under the scrutiny of the Legislature and the attorney general.
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Thousands of SUVs recalled due to seatbelt issue
The recall includes Escalades, Suburbans, Tahoes, and Yukons.
Back To School: Packing a healthy lunch on a dime
There are plenty of ways to pack a healthy, affordable, and delicious lunch for your child.
Frozen pizzas recalled because they may contain metal pieces
The USDA has announced a recall for frozen pizzas that may be contaminated with metal pieces.
Pittsburgh-based 4moms recalls more than 2M infant rockers, swings after baby dies
Pittsburgh-based 4moms is recalling more than 2 million infant rockers and swings after a baby died.
King's Hawaiian pretzel products recalled due to possible microbial contamination
King's Hawaiian is voluntarily recalling some of its products due to possible microbial contamination.
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What's it Worth with Dr. Lori: Aug. 16, 2022
Antiques appraiser Dr. Lori is examining more of your family heirlooms and treasures.
New show 'Sprung' filmed in Pittsburgh
PTL's David Highfield catches up with the actors Martha Plimpton and Garret Dillahunt, the stars of "Sprung," a new streaming show filmed in Pittsburgh.
Lawrence County Fair's Steer Show
PTL's Celina Pompeani learns more about the Steer Show at the Lawrence County Fair.
A delicious preview of Little Italy Days!
PTL's Mikey Hood is getting a preview of the food and fun featured at Bloomfield's annual Little Italy Days!
Fun, food and farm animals featured at the Lawrence County Fair
PTL's Celina Pompeani visits the 69th annual Lawrence County Fair!
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In 10 months as Washington County DA, Jason Walsh seeks death penalty against 8
Seeking the death penalty will come at considerable costs to Washington County's taxpayers.
City says affordable housing is one way to help people experiencing homelessness
What is being done to help people experiencing homelessness in the city of Pittsburgh?
KDKA Investigates: Helping people experiencing homelessness in Pittsburgh
Homelessness is on the rise in our region, up 21 percent in Allegheny County from last year.
Developers say cracker plant in Beaver County will be economic boost needed for region
Shell's cracker plant in Beaver County is finally set to open later this summer.
Environmentalists watch water quality with cracker plant set to open in Beaver County
Shell's cracker plant in Beaver County is finally set to open later this summer.
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Back To School: Packing a healthy lunch on a dime
There are plenty of ways to pack a healthy, affordable, and delicious lunch for your child.
Doctors not concerned about monkeypox spreading at schools
A confirmed monkeypox case was found at a YMCA camp just weeks before the beginning of the school year.
King's Hawaiian pretzel products recalled due to possible microbial contamination
King's Hawaiian is voluntarily recalling some of its products due to possible microbial contamination.
CDC tweaks monkeypox guidance over suspected human-to-dog transmission
Researchers studying two men who caught the virus in Paris said "symptom onset in both patients and, subsequently, in their dog suggest human-to-dog transmission."
Case of monkeypox detected at camp in Beaver County
The YMCA of Pittsburgh said the infected person is now quarantining.
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Four-run first inning helps Red Sox beat Pirates 5-3
The Pirates were held scoreless for seven innings.
Steelers fans from North Carolina have not missed a game in 7 years
Steelers fans from North Carolina have not missed a game in 7 years
Pirates' Rodolfo Castro suspended 1 game for having cellphone in pocket during game
The penalty, which included an undisclosed fine, had been set to take effect Tuesday night when the Pirates hosted Boston.
WPIAL to host 2022 championship football games at Acrisure Stadium and Norwin High School
Four of the six title games will be played at Acrisure Stadium.
Antonio Brown expresses interest in joining the Dallas Cowboys
With the NFL season just weeks away, Antonio Brown is angling to join the Dallas Cowboys.
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President Biden to sign Inflation Reduction Act into law
President Biden is signing the Inflation Reduction Act, making it officially a law, on Tuesday.
CEO of Brighton Rehab, 4 others indicted on health care fraud charges
Federal investigators have indicted five people, including the CEO of Brighton Rehab and Wellness Center in Beaver County, of health care fraud.
Unpaid unemployment: the frustrations surrounding delays in receiving payments
Several times per week here at KDKA, we hear from unemployed people whose frustrations have boiled over while trying to get some help from the state -- so John Shumway went asking for answers.
Animal shelters overwhelmed as more and more people surrender their pets
Animal shelters in some areas of the country are seeing more pets returned to their care.
Recall expands for baked goods possibly contaminated with plastic pieces
Enjoy Life Natural Brands is expanding its voluntary recall of baked goods over the potential presence of hard pieces of plastic.
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August Wilson House grand opening draws family, community members, and supporters
The doors to the renovated building opened on Saturday.
Anne Heche dies at 53 following Los Angeles car wreck
Heche got her start in a soap opera before starring in films and on TV, and made headlines for her relationship with comedian Ellen DeGeneres in the '90s.
Yo-Yo Ma to join Pittsburgh Symphony for one-night performance in February
The legendary cellist will be in Pittsburgh for one night only.
Organizers announce plans for Little Italy Days in Bloomfield
The 20th annual Pittsburgh Little Italy Days returns to Bloomfield on Aug. 18-21.
Motown legend Lamont Dozier dead at 81
Over a four-year period, 1963-67, Lamont Dozier and brothers Brian and Eddie Holland crafted more than 25 top 10 songs.
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Back To School: School lunches (Pt. 2)
Need some ideas for a affordable back to school lunches? KDKA's John Shumway has you covered!
Back To School: School lunches (Pt. 1)
With everyone trying to save money, how can you make sure your child has a good school lunch that isn't too expensive? KDKA's John Shumway has the experts telling you how!
Legislation seeks to open Pennsylvania primary elections
New legislation in the general assembly would move Pennsylvania to an open primary system. KDKA's Bryant Reed has the details.
KDKA-TV Morning Forecast (8/17)
Stay on top of local weather with meteorologist Mary Ours’ forecast!
Scott Township man pleads guilty to fraud
66-year-old Randy Frasinelli pleaded guilty to taking nearly $4 million in PPP loans.
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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?
Goodbye Heinz Field: Ketchup bottles and signage removed to make way for Acrisure Stadium
On Monday, July 18, 2022, crews were hard at work at the former Heinz Field. They were taking down signage to make way for Acrisure Stadium. After removing the endzone ketchup bottles on Monday and Tuesday, the iconic Heinz Field sign on the front of the stadium was taken down.
Artist renderings offer early look of new UPMC Presbyterian Hospital
The new UPMC Presbyterian Hospital will stand 17-stories high and have 636 private patient rooms, officials said.
17 train cars derail in Harmar Township, injuring 3
More than a dozen tanker cars derailed in Harmar Township, sending three people to the hospital on Thursday.
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.
