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One of the newly prominent voices in the local civil rights movement says she grew up among routine racism.
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One of the newly prominent voices in the local civil rights movement says she grew up among routine racism.
Racial injustice was the theme of a prayer vigil hosted by local church leaders in the town of Mars on Wednesday.
When it comes to state economies with the most racial equality, a study ranks Pennsylvania near the bottom of the list.
Many people are protesting in the Pittsburgh area and around the country to end racism, but not everyone who wants to protest can join because of work, childcare or health and safety concerns.
Protests and demonstrations calling for change have been a part of the American landscape for weeks now.
It may be hard for children not to see or hear about what's happening around the country with the protests and conversation about race. KDKA's Kristine Sorensen spoke with an expert about how to talk with kids about it.
Democratic lawmakers in Ohio have proposed legislation to declare racism a public health issue.
Business was reportedly down 40 percent for Asian restaurants in Pittsburgh before Gov. Tom Wolf asked restaurants to move to take-out only.
Bed, Bath & Beyond says it has removed black jack-o-lanterns from its website after receiving complaints the pumpkins resembled blackface.
A Penn State football player shared a controversial letter his teammate received from alumni following a game against Idaho.
Maryland's Highway Administration has removed several road signs for "Negro Mountain" over concerns about racial insensitivity in the name.
Neighbors living in the Perry Hilltop neighborhood say they are fearful after seeing derogatory slurs spray-painted on a parked car.
A Western Pennsylvania man is going viral for wearing "Make Racism Wrong Again" to a local Walmart store.
An Ohio high school student's prom proposal sign referencing black people picking cotton has been condemned by school officials.
Police are still trying to find who was responsible for hanging a black baby doll by a noose from a streetlight in Homewood earlier this year.
Facebook is extending its ban on hate speech to prohibit the promotion and support of white nationalism and white separatism.
UPS workers at a distribution hub in Ohio are suing the company over what they say has been a series of racist acts and discriminatory hiring decisions.
State Rep. Ed Gainey says an apparent racial incident in Pittsburgh's Homewood-Brushton neighborhood is under investigation.
Many students at Slippery Rock University are sad and outraged after finding Black History Month fliers on campus defaced with messages of racism and hate.
A woman from West Mifflin stormed out of a bar in Forward Township on Wednesday night, claiming to be offended by a display that the owner says was meant as a Halloween decoration.
An African-American man caring for two white children was questioned by police in suburban Atlanta after a white woman reported his behavior as suspicious.
The secretary of the Republican Committee in Beaver County has reportedly resigned after several controversial social media posts surfaced online.
Video on social media appears to show a fatal stabbing suspect making racist comments.
Taco Bell says an employee who used a racial slur to refer to an Asian-American customer no longer works for the fast-food chain.
A white teacher in Ohio who admitted to telling a black student he would be lynched by his classmates if he didn't get back to work will have to undergo sensitivity training.
Two eateries in Ohio were among the 10 best new restaurants in America.
Notre Dame and Penn State will face off in the semifinals of the College Football Playoff in the Orange Bowl in Miami on Jan 9.
President Biden is soon expected to announce whether Nippon Steel's proposed acquisition of U.S. Steel will be allowed to proceed.
An Upper St. Clair man has been indicted after prosecutors said he tried to join a terrorist organization and lied about it to the FBI.
Officials in North Huntingdon Township say Indian Lake needs to be dredged to remove a large amount of silt built up in the lakebed.
Two eateries in Ohio were among the 10 best new restaurants in America.
While it will be cold on Thursday, a system bringing snow will move into our area on Friday.
Notre Dame and Penn State will face off in the semifinals of the College Football Playoff in the Orange Bowl in Miami on Jan 9.
President Biden is soon expected to announce whether Nippon Steel's proposed acquisition of U.S. Steel will be allowed to proceed.
An Upper St. Clair man has been indicted after prosecutors said he tried to join a terrorist organization and lied about it to the FBI.
President Biden is soon expected to announce whether Nippon Steel's proposed acquisition of U.S. Steel will be allowed to proceed.
The explosion outside the Trump International Hotel Las Vegas on New Year's Day is being investigated as a possible act of terrorism, sources said.
A Virginia man was arrested on a gun charge, and investigators say they found a stockpile of pipe bombs at his home.
2024 was a year full of headlines, breaking news, and big stories.
The state funeral for former President Jimmy Carter will be held in Washington on Jan. 9, 2025, and the late president will lie in state ahead of the service.
A fire in Everson, Fayette County, killed 6 pets.
Shoppers in Pittsburgh were preparing for the holiday gift return rush on Thursday morning.
Since 9 a.m. on Christmas Eve morning, the Walmart in Hempfield Township was bustling with people coming in at the 11th hour for a few odds and ends and to round out their Christmas shopping.
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.
Sean Collier is back with a new edition of the PTL Weekend Guide!
Daisy is showing us how you can take the terror out of the treadmill with our fitness expert Aubrey Worek.
Wine specialist Pamela Mysels, from Fine Wine and Good Spirits, brought us a sampling of wines that pair well with a healthier New Year's diet. This segment was sponsored by Fine Wine and Good Spirits.
Local TikTok star Jimmy Big Muscles brought us one of his nonna's health pick-me-ups and he showed us how to make it in the PTL kitchen!
Sweeping the competition takes on a whole new meaning with Pittsburgh Broomball. Katie went to Schenley Park to check out the sport that's cleaning up the ice one sweep at a time.
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.
While West Virginia's employee health insurance program covers drugs like Ozempic for people with type 2 diabetes, officials decided to indefinitely pause covering their use for weight loss patients because of the cost.
The American Lung Association in Pennsylvania strongly urges all residents to test their homes for radon after recent findings.
Broccoli florets from California grower and sold at more than 1,000 Walmart stores are recalled because they could contain listeria.
Pitt researchers have developed a nasal swab to help determine asthma in children.
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says norovirus spreads quickly and easily.
Notre Dame and Penn State will face off in the semifinals of the College Football Playoff in the Orange Bowl in Miami on Jan 9.
The Steelers close out the season this Saturday against Cincinnati, but what happens next?
The Pittsburgh Steelers are sending four players to the Pro Bowl Games.
The Sugar Bowl, postponed after a tragic New Year's Day terror attack in New Orleans, will now kick off today at 3 p.m. CST.
Jaland Lowe scored 27 points and dished out eight assists, Cameron Corhen had 19 points and 11 rebounds and Pittsburgh used a big second half to beat California 86-74.
Nippon Steel is making a new proposal to the Biden administration as it continues its bid to buy U.S. Steel.
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.
Here are the books and characters newly joining the list of works in the public domain in 2025.
"Mayor of Kingstown" is looking for people to fill featured roles when the show returns to Pittsburgh next year.
Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt have reached a divorce settlement, her lawyer says, apparently ending one of the longest and most contentious divorces in Hollywood history.
The Highmark First Night celebration in Pittsburgh will have a lot of activities for just about everybody.
Linda Lavin, a Tony Award-winning stage actress who became a working class icon as a paper-hat wearing waitress on the TV sitcom "Alice," has died. She was 87.
Get the latest weather updates with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast!
Officials in North Huntingdon Township say Indian Lake needs to be dredged to remove a large amount of silt built up in the lakebed. KDKA-TV's Chris DeRose reports.
Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes and his girlfriend Livvy Dunne were in New Orleans on New Year's Eve.
A woman from Derry Township, Pennsylvania, was working as a bartender in New Orleans hours before Wednesday's deadly truck attack.
With the NFL Draft coming to the area in 2026, hundreds of thousands of people will be on the North Shore, Downtown, and Point State Park area. After the tragedy in New Orleans, the safety of other high-profile events is in question. KDKA-TV's Chris Hoffman reports.
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.
