President Obama
Local Politicians Weigh In On Debt Deal
After months of contentious debate, President Obama and Congressional leaders announced the historic agreement to raise the debt ceiling and pull the nation back from the brink of financial default; but is the new deal bad for Pennsylvania and other states?
President’s Visit Reflects Re-Election Politics
President Obama toured CMU’s Robotics Engineering Center, signed one of the robots and then announced a major $500 million project to advance manufacturing in America. While the speech was national in focus, it was clear that Pittsburgh was a special target.
President Obama Pushes For Advanced Manufacturing
A crowd of 150 university, business and government officials heard President Obama call for a new advanced manufacturing approach to reclaim America’s edge.
President Visits CMU Robotics Center
During a visit to Carnegie Mellon University’s National Robotics Engineering Center in Lawrenceville this morning, President Barack Obama said the U.S. must invest in new high-tech manufacturing ventures to replace lost jobs and stay competitive with the rest of the world.
CMU Engineering Center Backdrop For President Obama’s Speech
Carnegie Mellon University’s National Robotics Engineering Center in Lawrenceville will be the scene of President Obama’s visit to Pittsburgh on Friday. This visit will be his fourth as President.
Family Of Fallen Marine Responds To Afghan Withdrawal
KDKA AM’s Larry and John talk to the father of a local fallen Marine for his thoughts on Obama’s plan to bring home troops.
“Race To The Top” Challenge
CAPA High School is among six schools left as finalists in the competition to have President Barack Obama deliver their commencement address.
Troops Likely Won’t Get Paid If Federal Government Shuts Down
At a time when tens of thousands of American troops are fighting wars overseas in Afghanistan and Iraq and enforcing a no-fly zone over Libya, it’s hard to imagine that a government shutdown means U.S. troops won’t get paid.
Federal Government Shutdown To Impact Services
Whether we like it or not, most of us are impacted by the federal government, so when it shuts down because Congress and the President cannot agree on how much to fund government services, average citizens may be affected.
Natural Gas Industry Feels Effects of Obama Energy Speech
Energy independence was once again the recurring theme; spike in natural gas stocks and the promise to expand U.S. oil production and exploration.
Local Constitutional Scholar Weighs In On No-Fly Zone In Libya
As no-fly zone operations continue in Libya, critics say President Obama should have consulted more with Congress before committing U.S. troops to the campaign. Now a local expert is weighing in on the debate.
Questions Continue To Surround Conflict In Libya
President Obama continues to draw criticism for his handling of the conflict in Libya.
Jon Delano Shares Details Of Exclusive Interview With Obama
KDKA-TV Political Editor Jon Delano had the rare and distinguished opportunity to sit down with President Obama for a one-on-one interview on Tuesday morning.
Obama’s View Of Pittsburgh Broadened During Presidency
The City of Pittsburgh has certainly attracted President Obama’s attention. From sports teams to economic renewal to eateries, the President of the United States seems to like this area.
Obama Urges Pa. Lawmakers To Save Education
Fresh from a major address affirming the importance of public education, President Barack Obama told KDKA Political Editor Jon Delano he understood Pennsylvania’s budget dilemma which has hurt local schools.













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