House passes $1.7 trillion spending bill in sprint to avert government shutdown
The bill provides an additional $45 billion in emergency assistance for Ukraine in its continued fight against Russia.
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House Jan. 6 committee votes to refer criminal charges for Trump
The meeting is the culmination of the committee's nearly 18-month-long investigation into the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol.
House approves bill to prevent rail workers strike in bipartisan vote
The House vote to impose a contract brokered by the White House but rejected by some workers was 290 to 137.
Senate passes landmark Respect for Marriage Act in bipartisan vote
The vote was 61-36, with a number of Republican senators choosing not to vote.
Americans brace for steep winter heating bills as energy costs soar
Inflation-hit families worry they'll have have to choose between buying food or heating their home.
Six GOP-led states suing Biden over student loan forgiveness
Six GOP-led states are suing the Biden administration to try and halt its plan to forgive student loan debt.
CBS News poll delves into key issues for Pennsylvania voters, tightening race between Fetterman-Oz
A new CBS News Battleground Tracker poll is diving deeper into the heated races coming up in the midterm elections.
Economy, abortion shape Pennsylvania races — CBS News Battleground Tracker
Democrats lead in key Senate and gubernatorial contests.
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Couture leads Sharks past Penguins 6-4 to end four-game skid
Logan Couture had two goals and three assists as the San Jose Sharks beat the Pittsburgh Penguins 6-4 on Saturday night to snap a four-game skid.
Pittsburghers gather to protest death of Tyre Nichols
Officers stood by in East Liberty as a precaution, but all was peaceful as protesters spoke out against the killing of Nichols.
Video of Tyre Nichols' violent arrest released by Memphis police
Four videos released by the city of Memphis show different angles of Tyre Nichols being pepper sprayed, kicked in the head while being restrained, punched and struck multiple times with a baton.
2 suspects apprehended after vehicle chase in Allegheny County
Pennsylvania State Police are now investigating the chase.
Community members look back at one-year anniversary of Fern Hollow Bridge collapse
The bridge is back and hopefully will stand for many more years.
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Couture leads Sharks past Penguins 6-4 to end four-game skid
Logan Couture had two goals and three assists as the San Jose Sharks beat the Pittsburgh Penguins 6-4 on Saturday night to snap a four-game skid.
Pittsburghers gather to protest death of Tyre Nichols
Officers stood by in East Liberty as a precaution, but all was peaceful as protesters spoke out against the killing of Nichols.
Video of Tyre Nichols' violent arrest released by Memphis police
Four videos released by the city of Memphis show different angles of Tyre Nichols being pepper sprayed, kicked in the head while being restrained, punched and struck multiple times with a baton.
2 suspects apprehended after vehicle chase in Allegheny County
Pennsylvania State Police are now investigating the chase.
Community members look back at one-year anniversary of Fern Hollow Bridge collapse
The bridge is back and hopefully will stand for many more years.
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Constitutional amendments stalled with Pa. House stalemate
Voters almost certainly will not see a package of proposed constitutional amendments on the statewide ballot in May.
Go 'Around The Table' with Stacy Smith
Stream Around The Table segments here on CBS News Pittsburgh.
Region's 2 newest members of Congress get committees they say will benefit the area
This region's two newest members of Congress have just gotten their committee assignments.
Sen. Bob Casey welcomes Sen. John Fetterman to Special Committee on Aging
John Fetterman has been assigned to two committees in the United States Senate.
Lawmaker: All Pennsylvania schools should start after Labor Day
State Rep. Jose Giral is introducing a bill that would establish a post-Labor Day start for Pennsylvania schools.
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Pennsylvania 'on high alert' for bird flu as egg prices drop
The year-long avian flu outbreak has surprised many experts in its duration and intensity.
Shopping for savings: Making sure your stomach stays full without emptying your wallet
With high prices, what can you stock up on and save?
Murrysville woman takes Walgreens to court for taxing toilet tissue
There are very few things we all need, and toilet paper is one of them. But did you ever look at your store receipt after buying it?
Murrysville woman takes Walgreens to court for taxing toilet tissue
There are very few things we all need, and toilet paper is one of them. But did you ever look at your store receipt after buying it? One Murrysville woman did and doesn't like what she saw; KDKA's Meghan Schiller reports.
Wage theft often goes unpunished despite state systems meant to combat it
If someone steals money from their employer, they could be guilty of a serious crime. But what if an employer takes money from their employee's paychecks? There's a good chance they'll get away with it, a CBS News investigation found.
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That's A Wrap: Jan. 27, 2023
That's a wrap for this week on Pittsburgh Today Live!
A final goodbye to Donny
We're sending service dog-in-training Donny off with lots of cookies in his belly!
PTL Pupdate: Donny's last time with us in the studio
Canine Companions puppy raiser Jill Sabo and her son, Jack, are getting ready to send Donny off for advanced service dog training at Canine Companions.
Winter Gallery Crawl features art, music and dancing too
PTL's Mikey Hood is talking with Terri Bell, of the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust, about what to expect at the Cultural District's Winter Gallery Crawl!
Enter the world of weird at the World Oddities Expo
PTL's Daisy Jade is over at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center to check out all the cool and weird things at the World Oddities Expo!
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KDKA Investigates: Real estate corporations buying single-family homes to turn into rentals
Several national real estate corporations have been buying hundreds of single-family homes in the Pittsburgh region, turning them into rentals.
KDKA Investigates: Pandemic nearly doubled defendants waiting for trials in Allegheny County
They say justice delayed is justice denied.
4 years later, 420 Boulevard of the Allies is still not open for business
But $40 million and four years later, 420 Boulevard of the Allies is still not renovated or open for business.
KDKA Investigates: Business leaders trying to reverse course after 'Pittsburgh pause'
KDKA's Andy Sheehan spoke to business leaders in Pittsburgh on the city trying to bounce back after the "Pittsburgh pause."
Handcuffs in hallways: Heightened elementary school arrests prompt calls for better school policing plans
Due to the increase in violence in schools, heightened calls for more school security, and for districts to have their own police departments.
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FDA joins investigation into contaminated cough syrups that killed 300 kids
None of the contaminated products have been sold in the United States, the agency told CBS News.
Allegheny County Health Department reminds fish fry organizers to apply for their food permit
It won't be long until local churches, fire departments and other organizations start frying up some fish.
French biotech company opening US headquarters in Pittsburgh to begin clinical trials on diabetes medicine
A French biotech company developing a new type 2 diabetes drug is opening its American headquarters in Pittsburgh.
Allegheny County releases 5-year health plan
Allegheny County is launching a five-year plan to make the county a healthier place to live, learn, work and play.
FDA looking to simplify the use and updating of Covid-19 vaccines
The FDA wants to simplify the Covid-19 vaccine process to look more like what happens with the flu vaccine, according to documents posted online.
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Couture leads Sharks past Penguins 6-4 to end four-game skid
Logan Couture had two goals and three assists as the San Jose Sharks beat the Pittsburgh Penguins 6-4 on Saturday night to snap a four-game skid.
Hinson's tip caps rally, Pitt surges past No. 20 Miami 71-68
Blake Hinson tipped in a Jamarius Burton miss with 31 seconds remaining and Pittsburgh rallied past No. 20 Miami 71-68 on Saturday.
Stevenson's 31 leads West Virginia over No. 15 Auburn
Erik Stevenson scored a career-high 31 points and West Virginia withstood a furious late rally from No. 15 Auburn to beat the Tigers 80-77 in the SEC/Big 12 Challenge on Saturday.
Billy Packer, legendary college basketball analyst, dies at 82
Packer was CBS Sports' lead college basketball analyst for 27 years and called 34 Final Fours.
Pa. state bill referred to as 'Damar's Law' would require AEDs at school sporting events
A Pennsylvania lawmaker wants to make sure all school sporting events have the right equipment needed to save lives.
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Allegheny County Health Department reminds fish fry organizers to apply for their food permit
It won't be long until local churches, fire departments and other organizations start frying up some fish.
Wage Theft: Workers in Pennsylvania face uphill battle trying to get money they are owed
Every year, working people across the country are victims of wage theft to the tune of billions of dollars.
Google axes 12,000 jobs, layoffs spread across tech sector
Google is laying off 12,000 workers, or about 6% of its workforce, becoming the latest tech company to trim staff as the economic boom that the industry rode during the COVID-19 pandemic ebbs.
Party City files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy
Party City has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection after struggling with rising prices and a pullback in customer spending.
Restaurant owners feeling the pinch as egg prices continue to dramatically rise
Whether they're scrambled, poached, fried, or over easy, eggs are the foundation of breakfast, but lately restaurants and cooks have been looking for alternatives as egg prices have soared.
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Your Next Click: 1619 Project, Shotgun Wedding, Shrinking
If you're looking for some couch time this weekend with a bowl of popcorn, KDKA's Heather Abraham is here with Your Next Click!
John Mayer bringing 'Solo' acoustic tour to Pittsburgh
The songwriter announced his acoustic tour and PPG Paints Arena is one of the stops.
Weekend Planner: LEGOs and art collections
The weekend is almost here and there's plenty to do in the Burgh!
Pitaland listed in Yelp's Top 100 restaurants list for 2023
A Pittsburgh eatery known for its Mediterranean dishes has landed on a popular list of the top 100 restaurants to eat at in the United States this year.
First round of performers announced for 65th Annual Grammy Awards
Bad Bunny, Mary J. Blige, Brandi Carlile, Luke Combs, Steve Lacy, Lizzo, Kim Petras and Sam Smith will take the stage on "Music's Biggest Night."
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Kristin Emery's Saturday Evening Forecast
KDKA First Alert Meteorologist Kristin Emery's Saturday evening weather forecast for Pittsburgh PA
Peaceful Protests in East Liberty Over Tyre Nichols Video
Peaceful protestors gathered in East Liberty Saturday afternoon following the release of the Tyre Nichols videos. Lauren Linder reports.
One Year Since Fern Hollow Bridge Collapse
Chris DeRose reports from the Fern Hollow Bridge one year after its collapse.
Sen. Bob Casey announces new job training grant to support Auberle 412 Youth Zone
Sen. Bob Casey spent his Friday in Pittsburgh announcing a half-million-dollar job training grant.
Deadline approaching to receive free or reduced transit fares
The 12-month pilot program is for people in Allegheny County, ages 18 to 64, who receive benefits through the SNAP program.
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Sights of the Season: The ups and downs of the 2022 Pittsburgh Steelers
The Steelers started out with a 2-6 record before going 7-2 down the stretch to finish 9-8, just missing out on making the playoffs.
Beloved Brackenridge Police Chief Justin McIntire laid to rest
Hundreds of law enforcement officials attended the funeral for Brackenridge Police Chief Justin McIntire at Mt. St. Peter Roman Catholic Church in New Kensington on Jan. 11, 2023.
PHOTOS: Steelers miss postseason, but beat Browns and finish season with 9-8 record
The Steelers have now won 19 straight regular season home games against Cleveland.
PHOTOS: Steelers come up short in AFC North rivalry loss to Baltimore
The Ravens came to town and went home with a 16-14 win over the Steelers.
69th Annual Free Care Fund Telethon
Since 1954, KDKA-TV has partnered with UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh to help support the hospital's Free Care Fund with our annual Free Care Fund Telethon during the holiday season. Here's a look behind the scenes of the 69th annual telethon!
