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'He Will Be Our Brother': 6-Year-Old Asks Obama If He Can Adopt Syrian Refugee
A heartwarming letter sent to President Barack Obama by a six-year-old boy is going viral.
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A heartwarming letter sent to President Barack Obama by a six-year-old boy is going viral.
President Barack Obama said Saturday night he will take it as a "personal insult" if the African-American community fails to turn out for the presidential election.
The White House responded this week to an online petition asking the federal government to formally label the Black Lives Matter movement as a "terror group."
A trip to Washington, DC offers plenty of things to see, including monuments and memorials dedicated to those who have made significant contributions to our country.
President Barack Obama decried the deadliest mass shooting in American history on Sunday as an "act of terror" and an "act of hate" targeting a place of "solidarity and empowerment" for gays and lesbians.
Striding into history, Hillary Clinton will become the first woman to top the presidential ticket of a major U.S. political party.
A man shot by a U.S. Secret Service officer outside the White House remained in critical condition in a Washington hospital, a hospital spokeswoman said.
Reports indicate a shooting near the White House triggered a lockdown on Friday.
More than 4 million U.S. workers will become newly eligible for overtime pay under rules to be issued Wednesday by the Obama administration.
Activists smoked marijuana outside the White House to send their message that the drug shouldn't be considered dangerous.
Appalachian coal communities hit hard by layoffs will get $65.8 million in federal funding to help them diversify their economies, create new jobs and retrain workers.
Jumping into the issues of the day, Pope Francis opened his visit to the United States with a strong call Wednesday for action to combat climate change.
Bishop David Zubik joined the "KDKA Morning News" live from the south lawn of the White House Wednesday morning in anticipation of the pope's first address since arriving in the United States.
It was a big day for a young girl from Ross Township.
First, United Airlines, then the New York Stock Exchange, and then the Wall Street Journal; travel, money and news were all interrupted Wednesday by computer glitches.
In October the White House launched a 3D Printed Ornament Challenge for the holiday season.
The National Park Service will provide a tour of the visitor center being built at the Flight 93 National Memorial on the eve of the 13th anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks.
Refer to this guide to the best dining, lodging and attractions in Washington D.C.
President Obama is making his third trip to Pittsburgh this year alone.
The early colonial settlements along the Eastern seaboard, including Boston, Charleston, New York, Philadelphia and Washington, DC, are among the best places for an historic vacation in the US.
Government figures released Monday show that more than 81,000 Pennsylvanians have enrolled under the federal health care law, a sharp increase from the 11,800 who were signed up at the end of November.
A woman with a 1-year-old girl led Secret Service and police on a harrowing car chase from the White House past the Capitol Thursday, attempting to penetrate the security barriers at both national landmarks before she was shot to death, police said. The child survived.
The Flight 93 National Memorial plans to honor victims of the Sept. 11 attacks with a bell-ringing ceremony at the time when United Flight 93 crashed in a western Pennsylvania field, killing 40 passengers and crew.
The first Presidential pet I can recall is Millie. I was very little and barely knew who the President of the United States was or that he was the leader of the free world. But, I certainly knew that adorable brown and white English Springer Spaniel.
The White House is defending a court order that gives the government permission to collect the phone records of millions of Verizon customers.
The U.S. Secret Service is facing mounting questions about the security flaws that allowed the shooter to fire from a rooftop near the rally.
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A restaurant in Downtown Pittsburgh was ordered to close for the second time this year.
NASA is canceling a water-seeking moon rover because of cost overruns and launch delays.
The gunman, Thomas Matthew Crooks, opened fire from the roof of a building near the rally, hitting Trump in the right ear.
A restaurant in Downtown Pittsburgh was ordered to close for the second time this year.
The U.S. Secret Service is facing mounting questions about the security flaws that allowed the shooter to fire from a rooftop near the rally.
The public will pay their respects to Corey Comperatore on Thursday.
NASA is canceling a water-seeking moon rover because of cost overruns and launch delays.
The gunman, Thomas Matthew Crooks, opened fire from the roof of a building near the rally, hitting Trump in the right ear.
The U.S. Secret Service is facing mounting questions about the security flaws that allowed the shooter to fire from a rooftop near the rally.
The gunman, Thomas Matthew Crooks, opened fire from the roof of a building near the rally, hitting Trump in the right ear.
Many questions remain about the possible motive and political views of the 20-year-old who tried to assassinate former President Donald Trump.
About 1 in 10 people with student loans have gotten debt relief, according to the Biden administration.
Millions of Americans absorbed a dizzying political news cycle this past weekend, a series of extraordinary headlines for an already divided electorate.
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.
Pittsburgh Magazine's Sean Collier was here with some friends from Vigilance Theater, to tell you how you can get involved in their upcoming murder-mystery show.
Pick-Your-Own-Farms is where you can harvest buckets of berries for yourself, which have become a family tradition for many. We learned about five local farms that your kids will love from Kidsburgh's Yu-Ling Behr.
From elegant evening soirees to causal beach celebrations, Daisy was at Macy's to show us how to dress to impress for every type of wedding.
Pittsburgh area muralist Kyle Holbrook joined the show to talk about his upcoming journey to Paris for the Olympic Games!
Daisy joined us this morning from Spiritzery, Pittsburgh's newest pop-up bar. It's been popping up all over social media.
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.
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.
In the aftermath of the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump, medics, doctors, and nurses jumped into action to treat the wounded.
A Baldwin resident has been hospitalized with Allegheny County's first human case of West Nile virus this year.
Rite Aid, which has already closed hundreds of stores, is shutting more locations in Michigan and Ohio.
The Pirates will start the season on the road but will face the Yankees in their first homestand in 2025.
Rob King steps in for long-time play-by-play analyst Bill Hillgrove who retired in February.
The Steelers signed their 2016 seventh-round pick, linebacker Tyler Matakevich, to a one-year contract.
Pitt and men's basketball coach Jeff Capel have agreed to a contract extension that runs through at least the 2029-30 season.
A Pittsburgher is going to the 2024 Paralympic Games in Paris.
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.
"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.
Shannen Doherty had been battling cancer since 2015.
Richard Simmons devoted his life to making people sweat with his "Sweatin' to the Oldies" workout videos.
Pittsburgh area muralist Kyle Holbrook joined the show to talk about his upcoming journey to Paris for the Olympic Games!
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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.
Pro-Palestinian protesters set up a new encampment at the University of Pittsburgh.