Pittsburgh man arrested at Trump rally wanted to hang protest banner, police say
Misdemeanor charges of disorderly conduct and resisting arrest were filed against Stephen Weiss, who was taken into custody at Friday's Trump rally.
Misdemeanor charges of disorderly conduct and resisting arrest were filed against Stephen Weiss, who was taken into custody at Friday's Trump rally.
Police say the two men were involved with attacking the barrier that had been set up by officers and were refusing to follow orders during the incident.
Protesters around the U.S. and the world have increasingly taken steps to remain anonymous by wearing a combination of head and face covering.
Columbia University said Monday it is canceling its main commencement ceremony after weeks of protests and turmoil on campus.
The protest near the University of Pittsburgh is calling for the institution to break ties with any company that supports the nation of Israel, as its conflict with Hamas continues overseas.
Campus protesters are "looking for some sort of acknowledgement from our leadership," Democratic Rep. Summer Lee of Pennsylvania said.
Antisemitic chants and even threats against Jewish students have brought the tension of the Middle East onto U.S. college campuses.
Social justice activists are calling for police reforms and marching through the streets of Akron, Ohio, a day after a grand jury declined to indict eight police officers in the shooting of Jayland Walker.
Demonstrators took to the streets in Oakland to protest a conservative, anti-trans speaker on campus and it led to a public safety warning. KDKA's Chris DeRose has the story.
A grand jury has voted not to indict eight Ohio police officers who fired dozens of rounds at Jayland Walker after a car and foot chase that ended in the 25-year-old Black man being shot to death last summer.
The group tasked by Gov. Josh Shapiro with developing a state-level plan to fight climate change has started meeting, a step the Democrat promised to take when he criticized his predecessor's strategy to make Pennsylvania the first major fossil fuel state to adopt a carbon-pricing policy.
A protester arrested for disrupting West Virginia lawmakers as they moved to ban abortion last September will see all charges dropped against her — if she stays out of trouble for the next six months.
Dozens of people on Sunday participated in Hong Kong's first authorized protest since major COVID-19 restrictions were lifted.
Richard Barnett testified he was a "f***ing idiot" on Jan. 6, but argued his acts were not criminal.
The "Holi-Drag Storytime," which was organized by Red Oak Community School, was set to feature three drag queens reading to children of all ages.
The offices shut down abruptly in April, making it harder for immigrants in Pittsburgh to become Americans. KDKA's Bryant Reed has the story.
Twelve of the 16 protesters settled their cases.
The definition of obstructing justice in Ohio would be expanded to include failure to follow a lawful order or diverting a law enforcement officer's attention, under a bill approved Friday by Republican House lawmakers.
Republicans at the Ohio Statehouse are backing four bills aimed at criminalizing or increasing penalties associated with behavior at protests in the wake of mass demonstrations that swept across Ohio last year in response to the death of George Floyd.
Hundreds gathered in Oakland to protest a rising anti-Asian sentiment in the United States.
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine activated 580 National Guard members ahead of Inauguration Day in preparation for possible armed protests.
DeWine announced a new police certification standard regarding mass protests.
Two rallies made their way through Pittsburgh: one calling for an end to transphobia and another calling for the abolishment of Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
Three activists are facing charges stemming from a clash with diners along Penn Avenue earlier this month.
Demonstrators marched from Bakery Square and through the East End on Saturday.
Sheri and John Lee started the non-profit more than a decade ago and since they've assisted hundreds of veterans.
The 34-year-old Richard Ganci tied the dog to the back of his truck and drove at least four miles.
We're in for another cold day on Sunday before we get some relief on Monday.
Members of the Kecksburg Volunteer Rescue Squad were shocked to find the locks on their ambulance shed were changed with no notice.
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.
Sheri and John Lee started the non-profit more than a decade ago and since they've assisted hundreds of veterans.
The 34-year-old Richard Ganci tied the dog to the back of his truck and drove at least four miles.
We're in for another cold day on Sunday before we get some relief on Monday.
Members of the Kecksburg Volunteer Rescue Squad were shocked to find the locks on their ambulance shed were changed with no notice.
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.
Democratic U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown made clear during a farewell speech Tuesday that he does not plan to abandon his career-long fight for American workers despite suffering a bitter defeat last month in Ohio.
Government watchdog claims Americans lost hundreds of millions to fraud related to the bank-operated mobile payments network.
The U.S. government faced the threat of a shutdown if Congress didn't pass a spending bill before Dec. 21, 2024. Here's a look at the potential impact.
The stopgap measure will fund the government and provide tens of billions in disaster relief.
After Bob Casey lost to Dave McCormick, what comes next for the three-term senator?
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.
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.
Nico Hischier had a goal and two assists and Jacob Markstrom made 12 saves for his second shutout of the season as the New Jersey Devils beat the Pittsburgh Penguins 3-0.
Lamar Jackson threw three touchdown passes and Marlon Humphrey scored on a fourth-quarter interception return to help the Baltimore Ravens pull even with Pittsburgh atop the AFC North with a 34-17 victory over the Steelers.
Rickey Henderson is widely considered to be one of the best leadoff hitters and base stealers in baseball.
Dominic DeLuca and Tony Rojas returned interceptions for touchdowns and Penn State toyed with mistake-prone SMU in a 38-10 victory in the opening round of the College Football Playoff.
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.
Construction is taking off at the Arnold Palmer Regional Airport.
The new location will be opening sometime next summer.
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.
More than a decade ago, Sheri and John Lee started the non-profit to give back to those who have given service to the country. In that time, they've been able to help hundreds of Pittsburgh-area veterans. Megan Shinn tells their story in the KD Sunday Spotlight.
A Clarion County man is now facing felony animal cruelty charges after he allegedly drug his dog behind his truck for multiple miles.
Stay on top of local weather with meteorologist Trey Fulbright’s forecast!
This week's edition of Intersections with Lisa Smith.
EMS volunteers at one small Westmoreland County agency are sounding the alarm over thier sudden inability to answer calls. KDKA-TV’s Ricky Sayer shares the story.
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.