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Pope approves blessings for same-sex couples under certain conditions
Pope Francis has formally approved allowing priests to bless same-sex couples.
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Pope Francis has formally approved allowing priests to bless same-sex couples.
Catholic Church prelates gather for Synod 2023 after Pope Francis stirs controversy by suggesting possibility of same-sex marriage blessings.
The Catholic leader spoke about laws discriminating against LGBTQ people, his health and his predecessor in a wide-ranging interview with the AP.
The vote was 61-36, with a number of Republican senators choosing not to vote.
A Pennsylvania lawmaker is facing criticism for attending his gay son's wedding last week, just days after opposing a bill in the U.S. house that would enshrine protections for same-sex marriage into federal law.
As political editor Jon Delano reports, it's an issue that divided local members of Congress along party lines.
An Indiana catholic school guidance counselor may lose her job of 15 years after officials learned she was married to another woman.
A same-sex couple in Indiana is claiming that a local florist refused to serve them and their upcoming wedding.
The Supreme Court is setting aside a Colorado court ruling against a baker who wouldn't make a wedding cake for a same-sex couple.
A new Gallup survey estimates that 123,000 same-sex marriages have taken place across the U.S. in the year since the Supreme Court ruling that legalized such unions nationwide.
Lots of people around the country have showed their support for the Supreme Court's ruling on same-sex marriage Friday.
Supreme Court says same-sex couples have right to marry in all 50 states.
The Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) has expanded its definition of marriage to include a "commitment between two people," recognizing gay marriage as Christian in the church constitution after decades of debate over same-sex relationships.
Same-sex marriage is now legal in Pennsylvania. But few churches, synagogues or mosques allow a religious wedding for gay couples.
Pittsburgh's LGBT community is celebrating this weekend.
Mayor Bill Peduto will marry a select few LGBT couples planning to tie the knot after last week's federal court decision, in a group ceremony.
Gov. Tom Corbett has had a consistently low approval rating the last four years.
Pamela Vanhaitsma and Jess Garity of Shadyside have waited years for to be officially married.
Pennsylvania's governor says he won't appeal a court decision that struck down the state's gay marriage ban.
After a federal judge ruled Pennsylvania's ban on gay marriage was unconstitutional, same-sex couples lined up at the City-County Building to apply for marriage licenses.
Upwards of 1,000 people filled Ellsworth Avenue in Shadyside for a rally organized by the Delta Foundation of Pittsburgh.
A Federal judge is expected to issue his ruling on Pennsylvania's gay marriage ban.
Democrats on a state House committee walked out of a hearing on a resolution calling for the impeachment of Pennsylvania Attorney General Kathleen Kane, a fellow Democrat.
Gay couples and others challenging Pennsylvania's 1996 law banning same-sex marriage asked a federal judge Monday to bypass a trial in favor of a quicker ruling in the case.
Gubernatorial candidate John Hanger, a Hershey Democrat, was in Pittsburgh Monday to join UPMC employees at a downtown demonstration, saying senior UPMC executives are fostering income inequality by short-changing workers.
The Fourth of July is two days away, and while fireworks are widely considered patriotic, it causes feelings of panic in some military veterans.
A boy trapped inside a burning house in Ingram used his phone to call his mom and help firefighters find him.
A now-former assistant district attorney in Washington County has been charged with DUI.
On today's show: Dr. Lori, the Goldfish Swim School and more!
Rain chances and storm chances are going up for the 4th of July.
The Fourth of July is two days away, and while fireworks are widely considered patriotic, it causes feelings of panic in some military veterans.
A boy trapped inside a burning house in Ingram used his phone to call his mom and help firefighters find him.
Here's where you can watch fireworks in the Pittsburgh area.
A now-former assistant district attorney in Washington County has been charged with DUI.
Rain chances and storm chances are going up for the 4th of July.
Pennsylvania Sen. Bob Casey says President Joe Biden is able to run a strong race and serve a second term in the Oval Office.
The Supreme Court's landmark decision ruled that Trump is immune from prosecution for official acts he took while in office.
Washington County's elected commissioners are being sued over a policy adopted for this year's primary.
The Shuman Juvenile Detention Center is reopening on Tuesday.
Steve Bannon had to report to prison after the Supreme Court rejected his plea to stay out.
A new voicemail scam is hoping to trick you into giving away your personal information.
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Instacart and Giant Eagle will now accept SNAP benefits on orders made via the Instacart app.
Savings can be found by traveling just a short distance out of the area.
Budget coach Brittany Newcomb joined us to share some tips for tackling your next grocery list.
David and Heather played a new game of What's It Worth with Dr. Lori!
Clarise Fern is the owner of War Streets Art Salon, which is a new creative studio that's opening in August on the North Side. We made a fun July 4th craft with Clarise on the show today!
We took a ride to DelGrosso’s Amusement Park and Laguna Splash on the show today. Daisy found out the carousel is the star this year!
Lucille Ball's hometown is hosting a star-studded celebration. Who needs a trip to Hollywood when three of its hottest comics will soon be one tank away? We learned more about the Lucille Ball Comedy Festival on today's show.
Studies show that enrolling a child in swim lessons can reduce their chance of drowning by up to 80 percent. Katie was live in Wexford at the Goldfish Swim School to get some helpful tips on water safety.
Pittsburgh's public safety director said the system fails to address the underlying problems of homelessness, addiction and mental illness.
A new voicemail scam is hoping to trick you into giving away your personal information.
The story of Mario Ashkar and his employment with the city gets stranger and stranger.
In emails obtained through a right-to-know request, the city parks director takes full responsibility.
Smoke and vape shops are springing up in business districts in the Pittsburgh area.
The Fourth of July is two days away, and while fireworks are widely considered patriotic, it causes feelings of panic in some military veterans.
The FDA said its study better simulated how commercial milk processing kills the bird flu virus, H5N1.
Cones, chocolate bars and gummies sold nationwide found to contain toxic levels of chemical found in some mushrooms.
A mission to bless families one miracle at a time began 15 years ago when the Smith family from Erie had twins.
Dania Furniture recalls Hayden bookcase sold nationwide after an unanchored unit fell over, killing a 4-year-old.
The 13th hole at Wildwood is one of the nicest Par 4's in all of Western Pennsylvania.
Neal Shipley tied for 20th place at the Rocket Mortgage Classic in his PGA Tour debut.
The Pittsburgh Penguins have traded forward Reilly Smith to the New York Rangers for draft picks.
The Pittsburgh Penguins will host the New York Rangers in the team's home opener at PPG Paints Arena.
Oneil Cruz and Rowdy Tellez hit two-run homers in the fifth inning and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Atlanta Braves 4-2 to avoid a three-game sweep.
Ketchup red is the color of the summer -- at least according to Heinz and Kate Spade.
TSA announced changes are coming to the security checkpoints at Pittsburgh International Airport next month as a record number of people are flying.
Pennsylvania's highest court will decide whether the cash-paying electronic game terminals that are commonplace in convenience stores, bars and elsewhere are unlicensed gambling machines.
Washington County leaders are getting ready for the Pony League World Series, which brings in lots of money for the county.
The city of Pittsburgh has abruptly halted work on the new billion-dollar UPMC Presbyterian hospital tower.
It was "f---ing mind-blowing," the "Back to the Future" actor posted about his appearance with the band at the Glastonbury Festival.
Martin Mull came to national fame with a recurring role on the Norman Lear-created satirical soap opera "Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman," and the starring role in its spinoff, "Fernwood 2 Night."
The King of Rock 'n' Roll's blue suede shoes were bought by an American collector during an auction on June 28.
A Taylor Swift-inspired dance camp encourages new friendships and memories through dance in Westmoreland County.
The original 1997 illustration for the front of the first Harry Potter book has set a record for Potter-themed memorabilia on the auction block.
An 11-year-old boy trapped inside a house on fire in Ingram used his cell phone to call his mom and help firefighters find him.
Get the latest weather updates with First Alert Meteorologist Ron Smiley's forecast.
The Fourth of July is just two days away, and while fireworks are widely considered patriotic, it causes feelings of panic in some military veterans. KDKA-TV's Megan Shinn has more.
A now-former assistant district attorney in Washington County has been charged with DUI.
David and Heather played a new game of What's It Worth with Dr. Lori!
People in the Pittsburgh area are cleaning up after storms rolled through on Wednesday.
To celebrate a company-wide Community Day, KDKA held a food donation drive for the people who need the most help in our area. The Talk Pittsburgh team loaded the donations up and took them over to Jubilee Kitchen. Here's a look!
Residents in Western Pennsylvania are cleaning up after storms rolled through the region on Monday.
Pro-Palestinian protesters set up a new encampment at the University of Pittsburgh.
Check out some of the pictures and video from my visit to Hickory Hearth Highlands!