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Unemployment Unexpectedly Drops, But Full Recovery Not Imminent
The unemployment rate took a surprising drop, but while hope exists the road to recovery remains uncertain.
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The unemployment rate took a surprising drop, but while hope exists the road to recovery remains uncertain.
1.9 million Americans applied for unemployment benefits in the last week, as reopenings begin to slow layoffs.
The latest unemployment numbers continue to rise across the county and in Pennsylvania.
The United States Secretary of Health and Human Services is scheduled to visit Pittsburgh on Friday.
The number of Americans that have applied for unemployment since the coronavirus pandemic hit has now reached nearly 41 million.
Gov. Tom Wolf joined former Vice President and presumptive Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden on a virtual session to discuss the impacts of Coronavirus on states.
Ohio's unemployment rate has hit 16.8%, the highest since the state's current record keeping system was developed almost 50 years ago.
Pennsylvania's unemployment rate skyrocketed in April at the height of the state's pandemic-driven shutdown to its highest rate in over four decades of record-keeping, the state Department of Labor and Industry said Friday.
The total number of unemployment applications since the coronavirus pandemic took hold has reached nearly 39 million.
West Virginia's unemployment rate rose to 15% last month as the coronavirus pandemic continues to level the state's economy.
Over 2 million Pennsylvanians have applied for unemployment compensation.
Jill Schlesinger, certified financial planner and CBS News business analyst, looks at how to devise a game plan for paying bills when money is tight.
Nearly 3 million more Americans applied for unemployment in the last week, taking the total to 36.5 million in just two months.
The U.S. unemployment rate hit 14.7% in April which is the highest since the Great Depression.
The total number of Americans that have applied for unemployment benefits since the coronavirus pandemic hit has reached over 30 million.
Pennsylvania's Pandemic Emergency Unemployment Compensation program should be operational in just a few weeks.
A study says compared to the rest of the states, Pennsylvania has had one of the lowest increases in unemployment since the start of the coronavirus outbreak.
Since the coronavirus pandemic began, 30 million Americans have applied for unemployment benefits.
Busy signals, unanswered emails, and zero funds. Viewers continue to call the KDKA News desk with questions and concerns about their unemployment claims.
Nearly 1 million people have filed unemployment claims in the past five weeks as Ohio's stay-at-home order continues to depress the economy.
An additional 4.4 million Americans have applied for unemployment, taking the total to over 26 million since the coronavirus outbreak hit.
The Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry is now accepting applications from certain workers affected by the coronavirus outbreak.
Pennsylvania's unemployment rate rose by 1.3% in March, reaching 6%.
Nearly 22 million Americans have applied for unemployment benefits in the last month.
The unemployment headaches entered a fourth week Monday for people across the state.
A photo of the Racer roller coaster at Kennywood circulating on social media has park-goers concerned for their safety.
The Pittsburgh Steelers report to training camp at Saint Vincent College in Latrobe on Wednesday.
News security measures are being implemented in the Hempfield Area School District.
Two men face charges after allegedly placing skimming devices in multiple local grocery stores.
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro said Vice President Harris should be able to select a running mate without "any political pressure."
A photo of the Racer roller coaster at Kennywood circulating on social media has park-goers concerned for their safety.
The Pittsburgh Steelers report to training camp at Saint Vincent College in Latrobe on Wednesday.
News security measures are being implemented in the Hempfield Area School District.
Two men face charges after allegedly placing skimming devices in multiple local grocery stores.
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro said Vice President Harris should be able to select a running mate without "any political pressure."
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro said Vice President Harris should be able to select a running mate without "any political pressure."
President Biden made the shocking announcement Sunday that he would end his reelection campaign and endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris soon afterward.
Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle stepped down from her role after facing calls to resign after the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump.
The bipartisan task force announced by House Speaker Mike Johnson and Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries will be comprised of 13 lawmakers.
As the 2024 election season intensifies and with Vice President Kamala Harris in the running to take over for Joe Biden on the presidential ticket, Democrats are hoping to energize a younger voter base.
A restaurant in Downtown Pittsburgh was ordered to close for the second time this year.
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A Pittsburgh doctor explains the dangers of expired car seats.
The health department issued a consumer alert for Coraopolis Cash Market,
Fans looking for tickets to the game will need to buy season tickets, a mini-plan, or group tickets.
We're digging in to Prantl's famous Burnt Almond Torte Cake for Celina Pompeani-Mathison's birthday.
August 6th is OneDay Pittsburgh Gives, a day to support non-profits in the community. Daisy took a trip to Tech25 to learn more about how they're helping students daily.
Heather and David played another game of What's It Worth with Dr. Lori!
Chef Crystal Baldwin, the prepared foods team leader at Giant Eagle, joined us to make a grilled zucchini bell pepper fattoush salad, and zucchini frittata!
Katie was live at the Greensburg Night Market to get a preview of the big event.
Gov. Josh Shapiro signed legislation aimed at saving pharmacies from going out of business.
The Pittsburgh Bureau of Police is initiating new patrols Downtown focused on smoke shops and the street activity around them.
Columbia Gas wants to abandon service to the Burhan-Crouse Funeral Home.
Leaders in Pittsburgh have taken the first step toward preventing the random Downtown attacks the city has seen on innocent people.
Pittsburgh's public safety director said the system fails to address the underlying problems of homelessness, addiction and mental illness.
Patients at a local hospital can choose not to be given opioids before, during and after surgeries.
Dr. Paul Leong, the owner of Sistine Plastic Surgery, joined us to share advice on what daily routines will make a difference for mature skin and how to properly use some common products like retinol.
A warning of a Listeria monocytogenes outbreak affecting 12 states, including Pennsylvania, New Jersey and New York, was issued by the CDC Friday afternoon linking infections to sliced meat at deli counters.
Health challenges like cancer and heart attacks have knocked down Ronald Davis, but he continues to not just get back up, but keep moving.
Nearly 7,000 pounds of hot dogs were produced and distributed without being inspected, federal government says.
The Pittsburgh Steelers report to training camp at Saint Vincent College in Latrobe on Wednesday.
The PGA Tour did not disclose Mark Carnevale's cause of death, only saying that he died suddenly.
The opening hole at the Pittsburgh Field Club is rarity with its design.
The Par 4 1st hole gives you a chance to start your round off on a strong point.
Nick Gonzales hit a go-ahead RBI single in the eighth inning after Mitch Keller allowed one run in the first seven, and the Pittsburgh Pirates won for the seventh time in eight games, 2-1 over the St. Louis Cardinals.
NASA is canceling a water-seeking moon rover because of cost overruns and launch delays.
A lifelong Pittsburgher has been named the new general manager of Kennywood.
The multi-year partnership begins this season.
KDKA-TV talked exclusively with Takahiro Mori, vice chairman of Nippon Steel and the head of its global operations, about the proposed deal.
The popular Pittsburgh spot was praised for its pepperoni size and its unique crust.
Rapper and sports fan Snoop Dogg will carry the Olympic flame through the suburb of Saint-Denis, north of Paris.
Bob Newhart, who starred in the long-running sitcoms "The Bob Newhart Show" and "Newhart," has died at age 94.
"Big Brother" announced Tuesday the 16 new Houseguests who will move into the "Big Brother" house and, for the first time ever, have the power to vote in a 17th houseguest.
"Dance Moms" star Christi Lukasiak is facing DUI charges after a crash in Westmoreland County last month.
After many people criticized Andress' rendition of the National Anthem online, comparing her with Fergie, the singer says she's going to rehab.
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A photo of the Racer roller coaster at Kennywood circulating on social media has park-goers concerned for their safety.
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Millie the Anxious Dog has gone viral on TikTok thanks to her viral facial expressions. She's been called a "nervous nellie," but we think she's awesome. She stopped by the show today to meet everyone!
KDKA-TV had a busy day on Friday at Picklesburgh in Downtown Pittsburgh.
Cranberry Township police asked all residents to shelter in place and lock their doors while they searched for a "suspicious person."
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.