VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System to cut nearly 10% of its jobs
The VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System plans to cut nearly 10 percent of its employees in the near future, according to a memo obtained by KDKA.
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The VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System plans to cut nearly 10 percent of its employees in the near future, according to a memo obtained by KDKA.
The VA's Office of Inspector General found facilities reported 4,434 staffing shortages this fiscal year, which is a 50% increase from fiscal year 2024.
The Trump administration recently confirmed its plans to eliminate thousands of VA employees.
Some staff in the Pittburgh area have been fired, KDKA-TV confirmed through the VA.
It is intended to provide local veterans with better access to primary and specialty outpatient care.
Two men pleaded guilty to hacking girls' Snapchat accounts and stealing sexually explicit photos.
Naida Reed contacted KDKA Investigates after she said Pittsburgh Water failed to follow through on what crews allegedly promised.
In New Kensington, police arrested more than half a dozen people this week who are accused of breaking into the former Citizens General Hospital.
Some residents in Rostraver Township say they're being overrun, not by traffic or construction, but by rats scurrying through their yards and neighborhood.
Five members of a "criminal enterprise" that trafficked women for sex in Ohio have been indicted on felony charges, Attorney General Dave Yost announced on Thursday.
Two men pleaded guilty to hacking girls' Snapchat accounts and stealing sexually explicit photos.
Naida Reed contacted KDKA Investigates after she said Pittsburgh Water failed to follow through on what crews allegedly promised.
In New Kensington, police arrested more than half a dozen people this week who are accused of breaking into the former Citizens General Hospital.
Some residents in Rostraver Township say they're being overrun, not by traffic or construction, but by rats scurrying through their yards and neighborhood.
Five members of a "criminal enterprise" that trafficked women for sex in Ohio have been indicted on felony charges, Attorney General Dave Yost announced on Thursday.
U.S. officials and negotiators were discussing a process to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, sources briefed on the conversations said.
The Trump administration on Friday announced a sweeping policy designed to make it harder for immigrants already in the U.S. to get permanent residency.
Following several calls for him to relinquish his position as council president, Catena is planning to step down from leadership.
There's a new push to revitalize Pittsburgh's South Side.
Former Cuban leader Raúl Castro was indicted by a U.S. grand jury in connection with the Cuban military's fatal downing of two planes in 1996 — an escalation in the U.S. pressure campaign against the Cuban government.
What if what's sitting in your jewelry drawer is worth more than you think?
The price of electricity in Pennsylvania is going up next month.
The Allegheny County Health Department has issued a consumer alert for Prantl's Bakery in Shadyside, saying an inspection found pest droppings.
A Bethel Park homeowner says he's out thousands of dollars after hiring a contractor to replace his front porch.
A popular Washington County farm won't be offering pick-your-own peaches this year.
Pittsburgh Magazine's Sean Collier is back with us and he's giving us the best of the weekend as he does every Thursday!
As beautiful as your trees in your front and backyards can be, they can pose a risk to power lines. So, if you have plans to plant some this summer, Daisy Jade has some tips on which ones are power line friendly.
The backyard barbecue has become predictable with the same foods, the same sauces, and the same recipes, but chef Bill Fuller is here to give you some inspiration on how you can spice them up!
You don't need a passport, a plane ticket, or travel reservations to get that tropical getaway this summer. In fact, it's right in Cranberry! Daisy Jade is checking out the Bamboo Bar & Beach!
The National Spelling Bee is back, and so are the Heinz classic glass bottles! Heather and David talk about all of that and more!
Naida Reed contacted KDKA Investigates after she said Pittsburgh Water failed to follow through on what crews allegedly promised.
What if what's sitting in your jewelry drawer is worth more than you think?
A Bethel Park homeowner says he's out thousands of dollars after hiring a contractor to replace his front porch.
It's been nearly eight years since Rachael DelTondo was shot and killed in the driveway of her parents' home in Aliquippa.
An artist in Pittsburgh said the Steel City clothing company used his artwork without his permission.
Pittsburgh, with its natural beauty and parks, can be a great place for people to put the phones down and enjoy life.
Doctors say it looks like it will be a bad season for tick-borne diseases.
Temperatures could reach into the 90s this week in Pittsburgh, and that impacts everything, including your sleep.
Frontline healthcare workers at Butler Memorial Hospital overwhelmingly approved their first union contract on Friday.
A western Pennsylvania dad went from wondering what a spot on his leg was to learning he has an extremely rare skin cancer.
The Chicago Cubs ended their 10-game losing streak with a 10-4 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Radio host, restaurateur, and wrestler Marc "Bubba" Snider is looking to add one more accomplishment to his already impressive resume.
Esmerlyn Valdez hit a two-run home run to cap a five-run first inning and the Pittsburgh Pirates routed the skidding Cubs 12-1 to extend Chicago's losing streak to 10 games.
The Penguins have re-signed longtime forward Evgeni Malkin to a one-year contract extension.
Ohio's tax break for data centers is costing the state far more than expected.
A popular Washington County farm won't be offering pick-your-own peaches this year.
If you're about to throw out all of those old documents while spring cleaning, there are some you should hold onto.
The hole left behind by Spirit will hit businesses and rental companies within Arnold Palmer Regional Airport.
The bar served its final pints Sunday night after 43 years in Oakland, near the heart of Pitt's campus.
Memorial Day marks the unofficial start to summer, and a new song may be the unofficial summer anthem.
The American Music Awards celebrate fan favorites in the music world and feature performances from multiple artists.
The Carnegie International exhibition at the Carnegie Museum of Art opened earlier this month.
It's been 15 years since the Disney Store called Ross Park Mall home, but it's coming back starting this weekend.
"The Late Show" host Stephen Colbert is marking the end of an iconic late-night franchise on CBS.
Two of seven defendants who were indicted by a federal grand jury for orchestrating a scheme to access and sell sexually explicit content from social media pleaded guilty this week to their respective charges. They appeared to be the ringleaders in this scheme that prosecutors said included victims who were minors. Lauren Linder reports.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast.
Multiple shots were fired at Pittsburgh Police officers and ATF agents on Wednesday night in the city's Hill District.
A homeowner in Pittsburgh's Point Breeze neighborhood says a utility repair project has turned her yard into a frozen, muddy mess, and she's spent months waiting for it to be properly restored.
In New Kensington, police arrested more than half a dozen people this week who are accused of breaking into the former Citizens General Hospital. KDKA's Chris DeRose 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.
