Locals Celebrate Canonization Of Former Popes
Bishop David Zubik is among several local Catholics who made the trip to the Vatican, while thousands celebrated here.
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Bishop David Zubik is among several local Catholics who made the trip to the Vatican, while thousands celebrated here.
Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in Pittsburgh's Polish Hill section will mark Sunday's canonization of two popular 20th century popes with a special ceremony involving a relic of Pope John Paul II's.
Retired pontiff Benedict XVI will help Pope Francis celebrate the sainthood ceremony Sunday for John Paul II and John XXIII, setting the stage for an unprecedented occurrence of two living popes canonizing two of their predecessors. About 1 million pilgrims are expected at the event and many were flooding into Rome on Saturday.
The Catholic Church is set to canonize Pope John XXIII and Pope John Paul II this Sunday.
The Catholic Diocese of Pittsburgh says a clergyman awaiting trial on charges he molested four students 30 years ago at a school in Australia is the subject of a "credible" allegation of abuse from when he taught at the city's North Catholic High School.
At the behest of Pope Francis, the Pittsburgh Catholic Diocese embraced the chance to survey Catholic families on challenges faced in today's more liberal American culture.
U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sonya Sotomayor has temporarily blocked a controversial part of Obamacare that affects the availability of contraceptives to women who work for Catholic-affiliated institutions.
The Vatican has cleared the way for the pairing of two Westmoreland County parishes.
Funeral arrangements have been made for Bishop Anthony Bosco who died Tuesday.
When Pope John Paul II wanted someone to design the Chapel of the Holy Spirit in the Vatican -- the job fell to Pittsburgh architect Lou Astorino -- who went to Rome to meet him.
As four parishes learned over the weekend in Beaver County they would be merged to form a new one St. Monica, a numbness quickly settled in.
One person was arrested after the Madonna statue at a local church was smashed and destroyed.
'The Mob Priest' is the next big movie coming to Pittsburgh.
The Catholic cardinals met today in the Vatican to begin deciding who should be Pope Benedict XVI's successor.
Pope Benedict XVI offered his final blessing today. He thanked the crowd for their friendship and affection, telling them that he is starting the last part of his pilgrimage on this Earth.
KDKA Radio's Rob Pratte is joined by local clergymen to discuss Pope Benedict's historic resignation and the process of electing a new pope.
As the shepherd of Catholics, Pope Benedict XVI sets the teaching agenda for believers.
There was some shocking news from the Vatican Monday morning as Pope Benedict XVI announced he will resign at the end of the month.
Pope Benedict XVI announced Monday he would resign Feb. 28 because he is simply too old to carry on. Here is the text of his announcement, delivered to cardinals gathered for a ceremony to name three new saints.
Pope Benedict XVI has announced that he will resign Feb. 28, the first pontiff to do so in nearly 600 years. The decision sets the stage for a conclave to elect a new pope before the end of March.
KDKA Radio's Rob Pratte spoke with Bishop Zubick about young people and their role in the Catholic church.
It is first capital campaign in the history of the Pittsburgh Diocese and it's a big one. This weekend Bishop David Zubik will kick off a campaign to raise $125 million over the next five years.
It is time to end the tax exempt status of religious organizations that advocated for a partisan candidate.
It was a busy Sunday morning for Republican presidential candidate Rick Santorum. He answered some tough questions from CBS' Bob Schieffer on "Face the Nation" as he defended comments he made about the President on Saturday in Ohio.
Rob talked with Fr. Terry O'Connor about local Catholics' trip to Washington, D.C. to attend the March for Life.
The district said it found a "concerning note" and made the decision to move all schools to remote learning.
The snow is appropriate today because it's a weekend of holiday fun!
Parts of Westmoreland County is expected to receive significant snowfall.
The day begins with snow but ultimately turns to rain in the afternoon.
A viewing will be held in Scott Township on Sunday with a funeral mass on Monday at St. Paul Cathedral.
The Pittsburgh area's first flakes of the season have already arrived, but the impactful snow will take over late Thursday night and Friday morning.
Incumbent Sen. Bob Casey on Thursday conceded in the U.S. Senate race in Pennsylvania to Dave McCormick.
The district said it found a "concerning note" and made the decision to move all schools to remote learning.
The snow is appropriate today because it's a weekend of holiday fun!
Parts of Westmoreland County is expected to receive significant snowfall.
Incumbent Sen. Bob Casey on Thursday conceded in the U.S. Senate race in Pennsylvania to Dave McCormick.
Bob Casey says he called Dave McCormick to congratulate him for winning the Pennsylvania U.S. Senate race as a recount is underway.
A former Westmoreland County employee was charged with theft after detectives said he ordered unauthorized pay increases.
President-elect Donald Trump announced Gaetz as his nominee to be attorney general last week.
Sen. John Fetterman of Pennsylvania spoke on the pick on social media.
Gas prices in Pittsburgh are starting to fall as our travel picks up around Thanksgiving and Christmas.
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The first Von Maur department store in Pennsylvania has opened at South Hills Village.
Spirit Airlines announced that it has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection and will attempt to reboot itself.
A pizzeria in Pittsburgh's Oakland neighborhood was hit with a consumer alert.
Pittsburgh Today Live is cooking up something special for the holiday season!
Pittsburgh Magazine's Sean Collier joined us for another exciting edition of the PTL Weekend Guide!
Senior food writer and dining critic for the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, Hal B. Klein, joined us with a guide to a culinary adventure right here in Pittsburgh.
We love getting nebby and checking out cool houses around town. We got to see Wiz Khalifa's house, which is now on the market in Washington County!
Daisy joined us from Barrett Elementary this morning to check out their creativity when it comes to supporting the KDKA-TV Turkey Fund.
Budget time at City Hall has Pittsburgh City Council scrutinizing Mayor Ed Gainey's proposed spending.
Amid staffing shortages in Pittsburgh EMS, a city program seeks to recruit and train from within the community.
The Ambridge Area School District recently purchased a security system touted for its ability to detect guns and knives.
As tales of scammers swiping tickets from Ticketmaster accounts grow, there are simple yet effective ways to protect your tickets.
With gambling addiction on the rise, thousands of Pennsylvanians have opted to ban themselves from casinos and online sportsbooks.
Two Pittsburgh men are among the first to use a new device to regain movement following a stroke.
Thawing a turkey one week out from Thanksgiving may seem excessive, but it's necessary.
It is vital to find time for your physical well-being, even if it's just for a little bit. That's what we discussed today for our Wellness Wednesday conversation with Dr. Natalie Gentile.
Lattes and other espresso-based drinks may not be available at some McDonald's restaurants due to a glitch with coffee machines.
Pittsburgh EMS workers say they are understaffed and overstretched, racing from one call to the next.
The Steelers have lost all six Thursday night divisional road games with Tomlin as coach.
The Pittsburgh Steelers lost 24-19 to the Cleveland Browns.
The Browns rallied late in the fourth quarter to beat the Steelers 24-19 on Thursday at a snowy Huntington Bank Field in Ohio.
Snow blanketed the field on Thursday during the Pittsburgh Steelers game against the Cleveland Browns.
The hunt is still on for the one-of-a-kind Topps Paul Skenes Rookie Debut Patch Autograph card.
The hunt is still on for the one-of-a-kind Topps Paul Skenes Rookie Debut Patch Autograph card.
Pittsburgh remains at the forefront of the robotics industry.
Spirit Airlines announced that it has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection and will attempt to reboot itself.
Giant Eagle has opened a new grocery store in Pittsburgh's Westwood neighborhood.
The latest economic data shows consumer prices rose slightly in October, which is impacting people's holiday budgets.
Jay Leno was badly injured in Greensburg when the 74-year-old comedian fell down a hill.
Post Malone, Jelly Roll, and Sierra Ferrell are hitting the road for 25 shows across the United States and Canada.
The leader of a New York City church where pop star Sabrina Carpenter filmed scenes for a music video has been stripped of his duties.
The first 10 names entering the Pittsburgh Walk of Fame could be announced as soon as next fall.
The much-hyped fight pitting the 58-year-old Tyson against Paul, 27, shattered records but was marred by tech glitches.
As the district investigates what they're describing as a "concerning note" all students will be learning remotely to end the week.
Getting snow on Friday morning is appropriate because it's a weekend of holiday fun!
Stay on top of local weather with meteorologist Trey Fulbright’s forecast!
KDKA's Chilekasi Adele reports live from Donegal Township.
One person was shot inside Club Pittsburgh in the Strip District.
The Pittsburgh Steelers lost 24-19 to the Cleveland Browns.
The Steelers beat the Ravens 18-16 at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh.
Firefighters battled a massive fire at Riley's Pour House, a popular Irish pub in Carnegie, on Thursday.
Kamala Harris and Donald Trump held rallies in Pittsburgh on the eve of Election Day.
No. 4 Ohio State went to State College and came away with a win.
