Gubernatorial candidate Doug Mastriano said women who get abortions should be charged with murder
Mastriano made the comments in 2019 on a Harrisburg radio program after he introduced an abortion ban in the state senate.
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Mastriano made the comments in 2019 on a Harrisburg radio program after he introduced an abortion ban in the state senate.
Mastriano made the comments on a Harrisburg radio program in 2019.
Lindsey Jacobs, a 38-year-old lawyer from Morgantown, was arrested Friday and charged with three misdemeanors.
Republican West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice signed into law a ban on abortions at all stages of pregnancy.
A new CBS News Battleground Tracker poll is diving deeper into the heated races coming up in the midterm elections.
The only abortion clinic in West Virginia is ending abortions after the state passed a ban.
A recent CBS News survey shows the economy and inflation remain top concerns for both Republican and Democratic voters.
Democrats lead in key Senate and gubernatorial contests.
West Virginia's Legislature passed a sweeping abortion ban with few exceptions Tuesday.
The call took the state Senate president by surprise.
It's an early sign that the issue may play an important role in this November's election.
The Republican governor said the state's abortion law falls under the scrutiny of the Legislature and the attorney general.
West Virginia Democrats want voters to be able to decide whether abortion should continue to be allowed in the state.
Two community groups were trying to draw attention to her support of a constitutional amendment that would ban abortion.
The protest was to call attention to Sen. Ward's support of a proposed abortion ban.
Abortion rights supporters in Pennsylvania are worried about a proposed amendment not yet on the ballot.
After voters in Kansas rejected a constitutional amendment that would have allowed state lawmakers to ban abortion, eyes are turning to other states considering similar amendments. As political editor Jon Delano explains, Pennsylvania is one of those states where this November’s election could decide whether such an amendment gets on the ballot.
After Kansas voters overwhelmingly rejected a constitutional amendment to allow that state to prohibit all abortions, other states are considering similar measures. As political editor Jon Delano explains, Pennsylvania voters could face the same issue next year.
Both the Senate and the House of Delegates will reconvene sometime next month.
Gov. Tom Wolf is suing the Republican-led General Assembly for what he calls an unconstitutional attempt to ban abortion in Pennsylvania.
Gov. Tom Wolf is suing the Republican-led General Assembly for what he calls an unconstitutional attempt to ban abortion in Pennsylvania.
It bars abortion in almost all cases and makes performing the procedure a felony.
Councilman Bobby Wilson sponsored the bills in response to the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade.
It opens the door for abortions to resume in the state, at least for now.
While many states with abortion access limits in place do have exceptions for victims of rape or incest, that's not the case in about a dozen states.
American Airlines requested a nationwide ground stop, which was later canceled, on the morning of Christmas Eve due to technical problems.
A man shot and killed in Aliquippa over the weekend is being remembered by his loved ones.
A government panel has failed to reach consensus on the possible national security risks of a nearly $15 billion proposed deal for Nippon Steel to purchase U.S. Steel.
The Pittsburgh Penguins beat the Philadelphia Flyers 7-3 on Monday night.
A former police officer and school resource officer in Lackawanna County has been accused of sexually abusing five students.
American Airlines requested a nationwide ground stop, which was later canceled, on the morning of Christmas Eve due to technical problems.
A man shot and killed in Aliquippa over the weekend is being remembered by his loved ones.
A government panel has failed to reach consensus on the possible national security risks of a nearly $15 billion proposed deal for Nippon Steel to purchase U.S. Steel.
The Pittsburgh Penguins beat the Philadelphia Flyers 7-3 on Monday night.
A former police officer and school resource officer in Lackawanna County has been accused of sexually abusing five students.
A government panel has failed to reach consensus on the possible national security risks of a nearly $15 billion proposed deal for Nippon Steel to purchase U.S. Steel.
Former President Bill Clinton remains in "good spirits," a spokesman said.
President Biden is granting clemency to 37 of the 40 federal inmates facing death sentences. Their sentences will be commuted to life in prison without the possibility of parole.
A report by the House Ethics Committee found former Rep. Matt Gaetz paid multiple women, including a 17-year-old girl, for sex.
Brian McCormack, a longtime energy consultant, and Andrew Peek, a seasoned Middle East adviser, will take senior roles on the NSC, according to people familiar with the matter.
There was "snow" stopping people from getting their last-minute presents on Friday.
Workers at Amazon facilities in major U.S. cities went on strike Thursday morning.
You've heard of online shopping and package scams, but what about package scams that come right to your door?
An attempt to cut down on energy bills turned into a financial nightmare for a Beaver Falls man.
American Airlines will soon add nonstop service between Pittsburgh International Airport and Los Angeles International Airport.
Downtown Pittsburgh is turning into a winter wonderland this New Year's Eve! We learned about what you can expect on New Year's Eve in the Steel City!
We moved into the PTL Kitchen to surprise Celina on her last show with us to have a Pompeani Pizza Party!
Your incredible generosity has helped us raise over $90 million for the Free Care Fund at UPMC Children's Hospital. We revealed this year's grand total!
Our PTL Pup Maz was here today! We got to see how her training has been going and if she learned any new commands!
The holiday spirit was in full swing today on the show. David and Heather got to play Santa as they exchanged gifts!
An attempt to cut down on energy bills turned into a financial nightmare for a Beaver Falls man.
A Pittsburgh woman says she's dealing with a rodent infestation because of a neighboring house that's condemned.
Making housing more affordable is the cornerstone of the Gainey administration, but critics say his efforts have fallen short.
High-speed police chases can lead to the arrest of suspected criminals. But do the chases pose a risk to the public?
The University of Pittsburgh says it is jumping into the NIL sphere with both feet.
A University of Pittsburgh research group is reaching new limits and perfecting a robot to help people with ALS live better lives.
Sharon Regional Medical Center employees rallied with family and friends to save the hospital from an impending closure.
Miller Shevitz of Beaver Falls is at his happiest when he's showing off his toys.
Eleven-year-old Jayden Randall of Carrick is one of the children who is alive and thriving today thanks to UPMC Children's Hospital.
Just a few weeks ago, Christine Dankwardt worried walking down the hall would never be possible for her 15-year-old daughter Marissa.
The Pittsburgh Penguins beat the Philadelphia Flyers 7-3 on Monday night.
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver George Pickens was a full participant in practice on Monday.
The longtime outfielder/designated hitter is staying in Pittsburgh.
The wiggle room the Pittsburgh Steelers once enjoyed atop the AFC North is gone.
All season long, the Pittsburgh Steelers have depended on a standard formula for winning: stop the run, protect the ball, force the opponent into mistakes.
Dozens of shoppers lined up outside for the one place they count on for their Christmas Eve feast.
Capitol buildings are almost always an imposing presence.
A pair of businessmen say they have plans to breathe new life into the former Redbeard's on Mount Washington.
Pittsburgh Popcorn's food processing facility has been shut down.
Another restaurant in Pittsburgh's Station Square is closing.
It seems that every year around the holidays, people tend to revisit a select few movies.
While 2024 may be ending, there's much to look forward to next year, including a major entertainment project by PNC Park.
Tony, Emmy, and Grammy Award-winning artist Barry Manilow will take the stage one final time in Pittsburgh.
Sean "Diddy" Combs filed a motion Friday to dismiss his appeal for bail, meaning he will stay in jail until his trial on sex trafficking charges in May 2025.
Mariah Carey's holiday concert at PPG Paints Arena was canceled on Wednesday afternoon, hours before its scheduled start time.
KDKA-TV's Rich Walsh discusses the sports topics of the day.
A man shot and killed in Aliquippa over the weekend is being remembered by his loved ones.
Get the latest weather updates with First Alert Meteorologist Kristin Emery's forecast!
State leaders cleared Santa for Christmas Day.
Last-minute shoppers were picking up what they needed on Monday afternoon, and in grand Pittsburgh tradition, many of them were going to the Strip District. KDKA-TV's Mamie Bah has more.
The 71st Annual KDKA Free Care Fund Telethon raised more than $1.7 million. Here are some photos from the night.
Newborn babies at UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital got dressed up in holiday onesies and hats knit by a nurse.
Pittsburgh has won 21 straight regular season home games against Cleveland.
Crews found the body of Elizabeth Pollard, the Pennsylvania grandma who fell into a sinkhole in Unity Township.
A Pennsylvania woman might have fallen into a sinkhole while searching for her missing cat, police said.
