Pa. unemployment rate continues to decline
Employers in Pennsylvania added nearly 8,000 jobs for a record-breaking 6.1 million jobs in the state.
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BuzzFeed News shutting down as parent company cuts 15% of jobs
CEO Jonah Peretti wrote in a memo that "the company can no longer continue to fund BuzzFeed News as a standalone organization."
U.S. added 311,000 jobs in February as hiring remained strong
The U.S. job market has remained robust despite the Federal Reserve's concerted push to slow economic growth.
Pennsylvania Treasury changing pre-paid debit cards for unemployment, workers' insurance funds
The change goes into effect next month.
U.S. added 517,000 jobs in January, blowing away forecasts
The job market remains red-hot despite the Federal Reserve's push to slow economic growth.
Pennsylvania's unemployment rate hits record low of 3.5 percent in December
It was another record-low month for Pennsylvania.
U.S. added 223,000 jobs in December, capping off strong 2022
Hiring was stronger than economists had forecast, while the unemployment rate fell to 3.5%.
Pennsylvania's unemployment rate hits record low of 4 percent in October
Pennsylvania's unemployment numbers dipped to 258,000.
Pennsylvania's unemployment rate at lowest since June 2000
The Commonwealth's unemployment rate was down to 4.2 percent in August.
Pennsylvania unemployment rate falls to 4.3-percent in July
The total nonfarm jobs were 31,000 over the month.
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.
Pennsylvania workforce grows once again in May, jobless rate falls
The state's unemployment rate continues to sink to post-pandemic lows.
West Virginia's unemployment rate drops to 3.5% in May
The state's unemployment rate dipped one-tenth of a percent.
State struggles to fix pandemic fraud targeting unemployed Pennsylvanians
Identity thieves stole billions of dollars intended for unemployed Pennsylvanians.
President Biden Vows To Appoint Federal Prosecutor To Investigate Billions In Pandemic Fraud
Tuesday night, during the State of the Union address, President Joe Biden vowed to appoint a federal prosecutor to investigate and try to rein in billions of dollars in pandemic fraud.
West Virginia Offers $1,500 To Unemployed Residents Who Find Work
A plan is up and running in West Virginia to pay $1,500 to many unemployed residents who return to work and remain on the job for eight weeks.
Bill Would Let Unvaccinated Workers In West Virginia Get Unemployment
Just over 53% of West Virginia residents are fully vaccinated.
Unemployment Rate In Pennsylvania Decreased In November
Pennsylvania's unemployment rate is steadily decreasing.
Pennsylvania's Jobless Rate, Labor Force And Payrolls Drop
Pennsylvania's unemployment rate is hitting new post-pandemic lows, but the labor force and payrolls shrank in September as employers struggle to find enough employees.
Local Restaurant Still Seeking Workers As Unemployment Claims Drop Below 300k
More money hits some parents' bank accounts this Friday and our country just reached a pandemic-era low for initial unemployment claims, but still "help wanted" signs hang across our area.
'Employers Are Eager And Ready:' As Workers Return To The Workforce, Challenges Still Remain
Even as unemployment benefits have expired, many companies are still struggling to find workers to fill open jobs.
Nearly 9 Million People Lose Unemployment Benefits On Labor Day
Two primary anchors of the government's COVID protection package are ending or have recently ended.
Wolf Administration: Help Available As Federal Unemployment Benefits End Sept. 4
Hundreds of thousands of Pennsylvanians will lose federal pandemic unemployment benefits after this week, including an extra $300 per week, an extra 13 weeks of benefits and benefits for the self-employed.
State Labor And Industry Dept. Hosting Virtual Job Training
If you are looking for a job, the state Department of Labor and Industry is offering free virtual job training.
South Strabane Police Say They've Received High Number Of Unemployment Fraud Reports
South Strabane Township Police say they've received a high number of calls regarding unemployment fraud.
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State House Democrats, Pitt students push lawmakers to pass tuition discount spending bill
Pennsylvania House Democrats and Pitt students called for something to be done with funding state universities on Thursday.
Bus carrying Farmingdale High School band crashes in New York's Orange County; 2 dead, multiple injuries reported
Two women were killed in the crash - a 43-year-old from Massapequa and a 77-year-old from Farmingdale.
Pittsburgh Promise says class of 2028 will be last to receive financial help
The students currently in eighth grade will be the last ones to receive it.
Pittsburgh-area school district cancels classes again due to bus driver shortage
Classes within the Baldwin-Whitehall School District were canceled Wednesday and Thursday due to a bus driver shortage.
Pittsburgh-area woman sentenced to life for death of 'bruised and malnourished' 3-year-old stepdaughter
Laura Ramriez received a life sentence for the death of Bella Rae Seachrist in 2020.
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State House Democrats, Pitt students push lawmakers to pass tuition discount spending bill
Pennsylvania House Democrats and Pitt students called for something to be done with funding state universities on Thursday.
Bus carrying Farmingdale High School band crashes in New York's Orange County; 2 dead, multiple injuries reported
Two women were killed in the crash - a 43-year-old from Massapequa and a 77-year-old from Farmingdale.
Pittsburgh Promise says class of 2028 will be last to receive financial help
The students currently in eighth grade will be the last ones to receive it.
KDKA-TV Turkey Fund
The KDKA-TV Turkey Fund has provided holiday meals to more than a million families.
Pittsburgh-area school district cancels classes again due to bus driver shortage
Classes within the Baldwin-Whitehall School District were canceled Wednesday and Thursday due to a bus driver shortage.
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State House Democrats, Pitt students push lawmakers to pass tuition discount spending bill
Pennsylvania House Democrats and Pitt students called for something to be done with funding state universities on Thursday.
Go 'Around The Table' with Stacy Smith
Stream Around The Table segments here on CBS News Pittsburgh.
Republican David McCormick announces run for Pennsylvania Senate in Pittsburgh
Having lost the Republican Senate primary last year, Dave McCormick is back for a second try. McCormick announced his candidacy at Heinz History Center against Sen. Bob Casey, who is running for reelection next year.
Republican David McCormick announces run for US Senate in Pennsylvania
Having lost the Republican Senate primary last year, Dave McCormick is back for a second try.
Pennsylvania's Senate wants an earlier 2024 presidential primary
Pennsylvania's state Senate wants to move up the state's 2024 primary election by five weeks to March 19.
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Telehealth and online prescriptions: Choosing the best medicine and the best care
Online pharmacies are becoming a billion-dollar industry, but choosing the best medicine could be a challenge.
Latest Product Recall Information
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Protecting Your Data: What happens when you click 'I agree' online
Smartphones, smartwatches, the internet, and computers rule our lives, but at what cost?
'Pretty limited in the near term' UAW strike and the impact on the Pittsburgh region
With UAW workers on strike, could it hit our region?
Sheetz opens 700th store
Altoona-based Sheetz opened its 700th store this week.
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Checking in on our PGH Candle creations
Hosts Heather Abraham and David Highfield welcome small business owner Kayla Heffernan, of PGH Candle, to the studio! She's showing us how to create sweet-smelling fall candles.
Something Good: Local Special Olympics events gearing up
Young athletes across the area are gearing up to compete in Special Olympics events to move on to the state competitions.
PTL Weekend Guide: Sept. 21, 2023
Pittsburgh Magazine's Sean Collier has a look at the movies and events going on around Pittsburgh this weekend.
Kidsburgh: Best apple-picking spots in Western Pa.
Melissa Rayworth, the executive director of Kidsburgh, stops by with a look at some of the best places to take the family apple picking this fall.
The Big Bash celebrates Big Brothers Big Sisters organization
We welcome Becky Flaherty and Maggie Giel, of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Pittsburgh, along with little sister Gemma, to the studio to preview The Big Bash, a celebration to raise money and awareness for the organization.
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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.
CHIP glitch leaves some kids without insurance and parents with anxiety
A mother from Butler County says a snag with her son's health insurance couldn't have happened at a worse time.
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Telehealth and online prescriptions: Choosing the best medicine and the best care
Online pharmacies are becoming a billion-dollar industry, but choosing the best medicine could be a challenge.
What is xylazine? Animal tranquilizer a growing problem, officials say
Officials said that 70 percent of the heroin on the street has xylazine in it.
Free COVID test kits are coming back. Here's how to get them.
The Biden administration is also pouring $600 million into more COVID tests manufacturing across the U.S.
2 die from xylazine overdoses in Beaver County, prompting warning from DA
The Beaver County district attorney is warning about the animal tranquilizer xylazine after he said two people fatally overdosed on the drug.
Protecting Your Data: What happens when you click 'I agree' online
Smartphones, smartwatches, the internet, and computers rule our lives, but at what cost?
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Steelers safety Minkah Fitzpatrick says hit that injured Browns RB Nick Chubb wasn't dirty
Steelers safety Minkah Fitzpatrick believes the hit that ended Browns running back Nick Chubb's season was unfortunate but not dirty.
Pirates beat Cubs 13-7 behind Palacios' 3-run homer
Pirates RHP Johan Oviedo faces Cubs RHP Kyle Hendricks on Thursday in the series finale.
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
Watch: All Things Covered Podcast recaps Steelers vs. Browns
The All Things Covered Podcast, featuring BMac and Patrick Peterson, recaps this past week's NFL action.
Canario's grand slam helps Cubs rout Pirates 14-1 to open half-game lead for last wild card
Rookie Alexander Canario hit a grand slam for his first major league home run in an eight-run eighth inning, and the Chicago Cubs ended a five-game losing streak with a 14-1 rout of the Pittsburgh Pirates.
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Amazon hiring 250,000 employees ahead of holiday season, including thousands in Pennsylvania
Amazon is looking to hire 250,000 employees throughout the U.S. ahead of the holiday season, with thousands of positions to fill in Pennsylvania.
3 former Columbus Zoo executives indicted in $2.2M corruption scheme
Three former Columbus Zoo and Aquarium executives engaged in a pattern of corrupt activity that cost the facility more than $2.2 million.
A railroad worker was crushed to death in Ohio by a remote-controlled train. Unions have concerns
Railroad unions are calling for a review after a worker was crushed to death between two cars over the weekend by a remote-controlled train in a CSX railyard in Ohio.
'Pretty limited in the near term' UAW strike and the impact on the Pittsburgh region
With UAW workers on strike, could it hit our region?
US casinos have their best July ever, winning nearly $5.4B from gamblers
Commercial casinos in the U.S. had their best July ever this year, winning nearly $5.4 billion from gamblers, according to a national gambling industry group.
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"The Amazing Race" set to return for milestone 35th season
The Emmy Award-winning series returns for its biggest season yet with 90-minute original episodes starting Wednesday, Sept. 27.
Study finds Pittsburgh among the best U.S. cities to be a 'ghost'
If you're looking for ghosts, Pittsburgh is the place for you!
12-foot-tall puppet parades through Downtown Pittsburgh to raise awareness of refugee children
"Little Amal," a 12-foot-tall puppet of a 10-year-old Syrian refugee, paraded through Downtown Pittsburgh on Wednesday.
Kane Brown coming to Pittsburgh next year
Country music star Kane Brown is coming to Pittsburgh.
Michael Keaton returns to Pittsburgh, attends Pirates, Steelers games
The Pittsburgh native was seen on the sidelines of Acrisure Stadium before Monday night's Steelers game.
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Making pizza at Frank's Pizzeria in Ambridge
First Alert Meteorologist Mary Ours is making some pizza at Frank's Pizzeria in Ambridge.
Frank's Pizzeria in Ambridge celebrates 65th anniversary
First Alert Meteorologist Mary Ours is live at Frank's Pizzeria in Ambridge, which is celebrating its 65th anniversary this week.
Republican David McCormick announces run for Pennsylvania Senate in Pittsburgh
Having lost the Republican Senate primary last year, Dave McCormick is back for a second try. McCormick announced his candidacy at Heinz History Center against Sen. Bob Casey, who is running for reelection next year.
Eye On Your Health: Pediatric dental care
When should you start taking your child to the dentist?
State House Democrats, Pitt students push for action in Harrisburg on tuition discount spending bill
Pennsylvania House Democrats and Pitt students called for something to be done with funding state universities on Thursday. KDKA-TV's Chris Hoffman reports.
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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.
Canadian wildfire smoke blankets Pittsburgh skyline in thick haze
Skies across the Pittsburgh area are blanketed by smoke from Canadian wildfires. A Code Red air quality alert was issued June 28, 2023, by the Department of Environmental Protection for several Pennsylvania counties. Here's a look at the skyline.
