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Local surgeon reducing the rick of disease for healthcare workers with advanced radiation protection
Dr. Lauren Ramsey, a Pitt alum and breast cancer surgeon, created a new protective garment that will help with radiation protection.
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Dr. Lauren Ramsey, a Pitt alum and breast cancer surgeon, created a new protective garment that will help with radiation protection.
Delta scrapped meal service from hundreds of flights over weekend due to safety issue at food production facility.
In 1974, a creative surgical procedure saved the career of L.A. Dodgers pitcher Tommy John after he tore his UCL. Today, an astonishing 35% of active MLB pitchers have had "Tommy John surgery." But more than half of the athletes getting the procedure are under 18.
Pittsburgh-area hospitals are taking steps to make sure their patients don't feel the impacts of the nationwide IV shortage.
Prioritizing your mental health is so important and on this World Mental Health Day, we took the time to talk about a new exhibit focused on breaking the stigma of discussing our mental health.
The 2024 Walk to End Alzheimer's is on Saturday, Oct. 19 and begins at 11 a.m. at Highmark Stadium. We learned more how we can get involved in the cause.
Allegheny County Executive Sara Innamorato signed an executive order to protect patients and health care providers.
Fisher-Price is offering $25 to product owners who remove and destroy swing parts that increase risk of suffocation.
Many of the free COVID tests being shipped out now will be expiring within a few months.
When your doctors ask you how many drinks you have per week, it turns out that your answer could really affect certain health risks. Natalie Gentile was here to break down the research.
"The Office" actress Jenna Fischer on Tuesday revealed that she was diagnosed with breast cancer last year but is now cancer-free after receiving treatment.
In 2023, Allegheny County reported 355 COVID-19-related deaths and over 5,000 hospitalizations.
Former Steelers star Santonio Holmes joined us to preview his upcoming yoga event, "Gentle Flow Yoga" at Acrisure Stadium on Tuesday night.
Panera Bread reached a settlement in the wrongful death lawsuit involving former Penn student, Sarah Katz.
A veteran and mental health advocate is trekking across the country without shoes to accomplish a feat never done before.
Today's high temperature may not even make it back to the 50s.
Gov. Tim Walz, the Democratic nominee for vice president, will be in the Pittsburgh area today.
Lars Eller scored twice against his former team, helping the Penguins beat the Canadiens 6-3 on Monday night.
The 2024-2025 prime-time programming lineup of CBS Originals features three new dramas, two new comedies, a reimagined classic game show, special event programming and much more.
Drew Allar and Eli Holstein are leading their teams to undefeated records through the halfway point of their seasons.
Gov. Tim Walz, the Democratic nominee for vice president, will be in the Pittsburgh area today.
Pennsylvania was back in the political spotlight on Monday night as both presidential candidates descended on the Keystone State.
Former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris are both traveling to Pennsylvania Monday for campaign events.
Lilly Ledbetter, a champion of women getting paid the same as men for doing the same work, has died, her family said in a statement. She was 86.
Several disputes over voter rights in Ohio were unresolved Tuesday as the state began accepting early ballots in this fall's election for president, a key U.S. Senate race and a redistricting measure.
Sheetz lost to rival Wawa in a convenience store customer satisfaction survey.
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Skilled nursing centers in Western Pennsylvania are in jeopardy.
When it comes to imported goods at local stores amid the port strike, experts say now is not the time to panic buy.
Some are making their lists and checking them twice. We talked about some helpful holiday shopping strategies ahead of the holiday season.
David and Heather had the chance to sit down with "Big Brother' star Leah Peters on PTL this morning!
Bubba from 100.7 STAR joined us for another edition of Pop Talk Live!
Heather and David played a game of Connect Four with MediConnect CEO, Lance O'Brien! This segment was sponsored by MediConnect.
Daisy went to the Sewickley Public Library to learn more about all of the resources they have to offer to young families.
Katie took us on a spooky adventure to a haunted diner! We spoke to the couple who created his Halloween display in McMurray on PTL this morning.
Is recycling working?
Skilled nursing centers in Western Pennsylvania are in jeopardy.
A man from Beaver Falls said a check washing scam almost cost him nearly $2,000.
A rise in counterfeit airbags has inspired a new campaign for consumers.
Emergency medical services operations across the state have been in crisis
Dr. Lauren Ramsey, a Pitt alum and breast cancer surgeon, created a new protective garment that will help with radiation protection.
Delta scrapped meal service from hundreds of flights over weekend due to safety issue at food production facility.
In 1974, a creative surgical procedure saved the career of L.A. Dodgers pitcher Tommy John after he tore his UCL. Today, an astonishing 35% of active MLB pitchers have had "Tommy John surgery." But more than half of the athletes getting the procedure are under 18.
Pittsburgh-area hospitals are taking steps to make sure their patients don't feel the impacts of the nationwide IV shortage.
Prioritizing your mental health is so important and on this World Mental Health Day, we took the time to talk about a new exhibit focused on breaking the stigma of discussing our mental health.
Lars Eller scored twice against his former team, helping the Penguins beat the Canadiens 6-3 on Monday night.
Drew Allar and Eli Holstein are leading their teams to undefeated records through the halfway point of their seasons.
Pitt's win against California led to a minor bump in the AP Top 25 ranking.
Harris exceeded 100 yards for the first time since ending last season with back-to-back such performances.
Malkin's third-period assist gave him 1,300 career points.
Artificial Intelligence is changing life as we know it, and it may be the key to the future of the Pittsburgh region.
Pittsburghers will still be able to get half-off milkshakes whenever a certain Penguins player scores this season.
You've heard of Spirit Halloween. Now are you ready for Spirit Christmas?
The Big Lots in North Versailles is among the latest to close after the company filed for bankruptcy.
A coal miner has died nearly a week after being injured on the job in northern West Virginia.
A new wave of lawsuits filed Monday accuses Sean "Diddy" Combs of raping men and women and molesting a 16-year-old boy.
Longtime late-night television host and comedian, Jay Leno, is bringing his comedy tour to the Pittsburgh area
"Game of Thrones" fans came out in droves to bid on hundreds of costumes, props and other items from the series in an auction that raked in over $21 million, including #1.49 million for the famed Iron Throne.
After 11 days, the inaugural Oktoberfest Pittsburgh came to a close on Sunday night.
One of the greatest actors of all time, Al Pacino's life might have turned out very differently, if not for his mother's determination, the faith of director Francis Ford Coppola, or his success at overcoming an addiction to drink. He talks about his new memoir, "Sonny Boy."
There are some things you can do to help soften the impact on your loved ones.
Get the latest weather forecast from KDKA First Alert Meteorologist Ron Smiley!
Get the latest weather updates with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast.
There's controversy at Pittsburgh City Hall over dueling plans to address homelessness.
KDKA-TV's Bob Pompeani discusses the sports topics of the day.
The northern lights were visible across the Pittsburgh area on Thursday.
Former President Barack Obama was in Pittsburgh on Thursday to campaign for Vice President Kamala Harris.
Former President Donald Trump returned to Butler County, Pennsylvania, on Oct. 5 for a rally.
What will you be for Halloween? Here are some of your favorite KDKA anchors and reporters in their costumes to give you inspiration.
Ahoy Team PTL! For the third year in a row, we kicked off the KDKA-TV Turkey Fund with the PTL Gateway Clipper Cruise. The weather may have taken a stormy turn, but we made the most of it all to support a great cause.
