State Senate Moves Bill To Fix Unemployment Compensation Mess
The Senate Wednesday voted overwhelmingly to authorize $15 million to at least temporarily alleviate long delays for people calling to apply for benefits.
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The Senate Wednesday voted overwhelmingly to authorize $15 million to at least temporarily alleviate long delays for people calling to apply for benefits.
Legislation heading to the Pennsylvania House of Representatives would free up $15 million to improve service in the state's unemployment compensation centers.
Layoffs at unemployment service centers across the state are causing real problems for people trying to claim their benefits.
The layoffs of hundreds of state employees at unemployment service centers have reached a crisis point.
A dispute between the Wolf administration and the Pennsylvania Senate is causing pain for unemployed workers in Pennsylvania.
A simmering dispute between Gov. Tom Wolf and state Senate Republicans could slow down processing of unemployment claims in Pennsylvania.
Pennsylvania's jobless rate fell by three-tenths of a percentage point in November for the second straight month, even as payrolls remained static.
The invited guests lined up early at US Steel's Irvin Plant, nearly three hours before the event, which was inside but still chilly.
With a stroke of his pen, President Barack Obama has created a new savings plan designed for Americans who don't have workplace retirement plans.
President Barack Obama is scheduled to travel to Pittsburgh next week.
Once a month PA State Senator Pat Toomey joins the Mike Pintek show to discuss the hot topics in our state. This interview brought up the subjects of Obamacare and raising the minimum wage.
More than one million unemployed Americans lost their benefits Saturday as the Federal Emergency Unemployment Compensation program expired.
The unemployment rate fell nationally last month, but not as much as some had hoped.
Unemployment has gone down in Pennsylvania, making it lower than the national average.
Pennsylvania's unemployment rate declined slightly last month, but remains above the national rate.
Gov. Tom Corbett says his comments about job applicants failing drug tests were taken out of context by his political opponents.
Democrats are pouring criticism on Gov. Tom Corbett for suggesting that Pennsylvania's sluggish job growth stems partly from too many applicants being unable to pass a drug test.
Thousands of people who have come to depend on the film industry for their livelihoods are now unemployed.
There is a new breed of truthers on the right. Joining the paranoid ranks of the advocates of a government role in 9-11 and the birthers fascination with President Obama's birth certificate are conservatives that believe the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) is making up jobs numbers to benefit President Obama.
Today, Republicans feel a combination of confusion, disbelief, and anger as to how a slim majority of Americans can possibly want four more years of the Obama administration in the White House. To many, it seems inconceivable that people want to take a chance on more of the same.
Unfortunately, political poll after political poll reveals that the presidential election of 2012 has much to do – in fact, more to do – with the race of the presidential candidate than most anything else.
On Friday, President Barack Obama told his supporters at a campaign rally – inside a public high school, no less – to vote for revenge!
The newspapers that are not endorsing President Barack Obama are extremely brave. They are to be positively recognized for their courage to stand up against the onslaught of the liberal media which refuses to speak in the best interest of the country as the presidential election nears.
Consider the economy, the job market, the recent horrendous occurrences in the Middle East before voting for a person because of his race, his social-issue promises, or any other rather selfish reasons.
President Obama doesn't want to have to answer the "difficult" questions on the economy, jobs, the turmoil related to America in the Middle East, and more so he avoids solid news programs to go on popular fluff shows to get softball questions.
Tom the turkey is causing traffic backups at Logan and Library roads in Bethel Park.
A man connected to a missing woman in the Washington, D.C., area is facing new charges in Beaver County, delaying an extradition to our nation's capital.
After leaving a divorce hearing, Larry Miller found himself behind bars for a crime allegedly committed by someone of the same name.
The program will provide relief for customers who pay their bills on time for two years.
The announcement was touted as a way that could change the way western Pennsylvania addresses energy.
Tom the turkey is causing traffic backups at Logan and Library roads in Bethel Park.
After leaving a divorce hearing, Larry Miller found himself behind bars for a crime allegedly committed by someone of the same name.
Jonathan Kramer, 21, appeared in federal court in Pittsburgh and waived his preliminary hearing.
A man connected to a missing woman in the Washington, D.C., area is facing new charges in Beaver County, delaying an extradition to our nation's capital.
The program will provide relief for customers who pay their bills on time for two years.
Sen. John Fetterman's surprise video introducing Sen. Dave McCormick at the Republican Party's midterm convention sparked a strong reaction from Democrats. KDKA political analyst Jon Delano breaks it down.
Sen. John Fetterman's surprise video at the Republican Party's midterm convention sparked a strong reaction from Democrats.
Democratic Sen. John Fetterman appeared in a surprise video at the Republican Party's midterm convention on Wednesday, as he becomes increasingly isolated from his own party.
A Pennsylvania man is facing charges after police said he called Gov. Josh Shapiro's office and threatened to "destroy the Commonwealth."
The Trump administration moved Tuesday to ban imports of Canadian motorcycles, some dairy products and most types of alcohol starting later this month, intensifying the trade war between the two countries.
The program will provide relief for customers who pay their bills on time for two years.
The announcement was touted as a way that could change the way western Pennsylvania addresses energy.
With 100 days to go until Christmas and goods getting more expensive, here's what shoppers should know about holiday buying.
The wait for medical imaging keeps getting longer, leaving some people fraught with anxiety.
It seems like each week we get a new story or warning about a scam over the phone or on the internet. Here's how you can avoid them.
Disney's The Lion King show on Broadway uses puppets and masks to bring the characters to life!
One Great Weekend truly has something for everyone. From the Dollar Bank Junior Great Race on Saturday to the 5K, 10K and One GREAT Challenge on Sunday. It all takes place on September 26th and 27th.
Disney's The Lion King, presented by the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust and the PNC Broadway in Pittsburgh Series, runs through September 27th.
Evans City Pumpkinfest takes place September 19th and 20th on E. Main Street in Evans City. There will be lots of family fun, food, and live music, including a performance from The Voice finalist Chris Jamison!
Heather and David read your answers to our Whatcha Think Wednesday question: "How much would you pay... to see your favorite performer in person?"
The wait for medical imaging keeps getting longer, leaving some people fraught with anxiety.
The Steel City Youth Football League announced disciplinary action following video that captured an on-field brawl.
Misdemeanor and summary charges have been filed against the coaches involved in a youth football brawl in Pittsburgh.
Police departments all around the country say surveillance technologies like cameras, drones, and license plate readers have proved invaluable in tracking and arresting violent criminals.
Video shows youth football coaches from Carlynton and Keystone Oaks fighting on the field during a game over the weekend.
An 18-year-old from Mifflin County has died from measles-related complications, Pennsylvania health officials said.
The wait for medical imaging keeps getting longer, leaving some people fraught with anxiety.
A 40-year-old woman died on Saturday from complications associated with measles, the coroner reported.
Four vaccinated people in Pennsylvania have contracted measles, health officials say.
A Pittsburgh-area hospital is seeing a concerning uptick in withdrawals from what many describe as "gas station heroin."
U.S. Steel's logo will be featured on all Penguins' helmets in the 2026-27 season.
Jacob Misiorowski struck out seven in five shutout innings as the Milwaukee Brewers moved closer to their fourth straight National League Central title with a 5-1 win over Pittsburgh.
West Virginia assistant football coach Noel Devine has been arrested on a felony strangulation charge.
During his 25 years as head coach, Joe David led Mt. Lebanon to three WPIAL titles
Saturday's game was delayed for more than one hour because of severe storms in the area.
Many small businesses are still feeling the impact of last week's severe weather.
Pittsburgh leaders and their partners are making a concerted effort to revitalize a North Side business district.
A federally funded Ohio manufacturing program faces potential shutdown after a new audit by the U.S. Department of Commerce's Office of Inspector General.
Gas station giant Buc-ee's has sparked a backlash in Ohio over one of its frequent trademark infringement lawsuits.
The international fashion retailer Zara will open a location in Ross Park Mall in 2028, as the mall continues to thrive.
"The Pitt" won the Emmy award for outstanding drama series for a second year in a row.
Kenny Chesney will be joined on the tour by Eric Church, Sheryl Crow and Reylan James.
Local legend Donnie Iris will headline an early show at Pittsburgh's newest music venue, Citizens Live at The Wylie.
Dolly Parton died in Nashville on Aug. 25 at the age of 80 — a shock to fans around the world who weren't aware of her illness.
A show coming to The Palace Theatre in Greensburg looks to pay tribute to Dolly Parton.
What do you get when you take one of the busiest intersections in the South Hills, traffic coming from every direction, the T, construction and then you add in an unbothered traffic-stopping turkey named Tom? It sounds like the setup to a joke, but it's what's happening in Bethel Park. KDKA's Meghan Schiller reports.
Hazmat was called to the Peoples Gas building on Pittsburgh's North Shore after an employee opened a piece of mail containing what appeared to be cocaine on Wednesday, officials said.
Larry Miller said he walked into a Greensburg courtroom on Friday for a divorce proceeding, and when he left at its conclusion, two sheriff's deputies were waiting at the door with a warrant for his arrest. There was just one problem: they had the wrong Larry Miller. KDKA's Shelley Bortz reports.
Pittsburgh Water is launching a new debt forgiveness program to help customers. KDKA's Chris Hoffman has the details.
An explosion and fire at the Shell cracker plant in June 2025 that caused $95 million in damage was the result of a combination of poor safety controls and an inexperienced engineer, according to a report from the U.S. Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board.
Saturday's game was delayed for more than one hour because of severe storms in the area.
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.
