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Ron's Reel Review: May 8, 2026
Our resident movie buff, Ron Smiley, is here with his Reel Review of what’s new on screen.
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Our resident movie buff, Ron Smiley, is here with his Reel Review of what’s new on screen.
Bold looks, custom vibes, and pieces that actually match your style. Daisy’s giving us some ideas for a new outdoor space with some help from Levin Furniture & Mattress!
Group painting nights and art classes are having a moment, but what if the studio came to you? Hannah Wolfe with The Traveling Palette has brought the painting to us!
For many Pittsburghers, the May Market, which will soon be open at Phipps Conservatory, marks the start of planting season. Boaz is there for a sneak peek!
Coupon expert Shayna tells us how to make the most of Mother’s Day and Memorial Day deals.
It’s tough to surprise Heather, so we’re celebrating her birthday a week early!
Pittsburgh Magazine's Sean Collier joins us like he does every Thursday for the best weekend events happening in the 'Burgh!
All across Pittsburgh, schools, museums, parks, and libraries are turning into "hands-on hubs" for learning and Yu-Ling Behr of Kidsburgh joins us to tell us what fun your kids could be having!
In just one week, Heather Abraham and David Highfield will throw out the first pitch at PNC Park, so they called in an old friend for some pointers!
Getting a chance to walk on the field at PNC Park is basically a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, but not only can you do that, it will be for a good cause!
Anna Hazo was born and raised in Pittsburgh, and at just 25 years old, she's been writing music. Now, from a studio created by herself, she's got a song that this year's graduates will be humming for a long time.
Heather and David tease their first pitch training, answer the question of "call or text" and much more!
Mikey is introducing us to Jordan. Ge has big energy and even bigger jumps! They visit Sky Zone Trampoline Park in Monroeville to burn some energy and learn what Jordan is looking for in a family.
Pittsburgh was one of five municipalities in the United States to receive the designation in 2025.
It hasn't reached tsunami levels yet, the black and gold wave is starting to descend on Ireland.
Andy Potocki went to the dentist in February of 2024 and asked his hygienist about some tenderness in his jaw.
A Fayette County flower shop is sounding the alarm after learning another out-of-state business appears to be impersonating its company.
Pennsylvania's Laurel Highlands has been voted one of the 10 best destinations for fall foliage in the nation.
People find peace in different ways, but for Amber Brink, it's through animals.
Welcome to the weekend! Whether you're looking to get spooky season started, live music, or festivals with a Pittsburgh flair, you're in luck!
The Steelers and the Vikings are facing off in Dublin, Ireland next Sunday.
School leaders say the center has been in the works since 2019.
The Beaver County Humane Society is issuing an urgent plea for adopters, fosters and volunteers amid a kennel cough outbreak.
The Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank says it's more now than it's ever been.
The Autumn Food Fair at Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Church takes place over two delicious days. Proceeds support several groups across the area, including the KDKA-TV Turkey Fund. We talked about the money that's being raised, but also the delicious food!
We were having so much fun on the PTL Gateway Clipper Cruise. David and Heather checked in with Celina to see how all of our friends in the audience were enjoying the show!
David and Heather sat down with Jim Balouris to talk about the long-standing partnership between KDKA, PNC and the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank through the KDKA Turkey Fund campaign.
Our PTL Gateway Clipper Cruise got an authentic Pittsburgh cookie table! We spoke to Clicksburg Retro Rentals' Mia Gallippi to learn more.
A cozy dessert with a taste of fall. Rania Harris is giving us all the autumn vibes with this recipe.
Rania is in the kitchen and bringing us a delicious cookie recipe!
Giant Eagle Chef Crystal Baldwin has a spicy seafood recipe perfect for tailgating in this Cooking Corner.
Rania Harris is in Boaz's garden!
Rania Harris is back in the kitchen and baking with Boaz Frankel!
Giant Eagle Chef Crystal Baldwin is back in the kitchen with some recipe ideas for tailgating season!
Rania Harris is wrapping up her August farmers market salad series!
Rania Harris' farmers market salad series is getting fruity!
From Halloween to healthy habits, and even a little pet psychology, a lot is going on this month in the animal world! Here to break it all down and help us understand our furry friends a little better is veterinarian Dr. Mike Hutchinson.
We've been asking PTL viewers to send us pictures of their pets getting ready for spooky season and the response has been massive! Here are just a few of the dozens of submissions we've received!
Our PTL Pup, Maz, is back with Derek and Nan to give us an update on what he's been up to as well as tell us about a new book, Andy: A Dog's Tale!
We’re sitting down with Ray Ray, the adventurous cat from Kittanning who hitched a 100-mile ride on top of his family’s car! It turns out Ray Ray wasn’t about to miss vacation, even if it meant catching some serious air!
Dr. Andrew Nowalk joined us to share how you can keep you and your loved ones safe from getting bitten by a tick.
Boaz was here to share tips on how to turn that garden haul into tasty bites.
David and Heather played a new game of What's It Worth with Dr. Lori!
It all starts with a little imagination and maybe a few fairy lights. One minute it's your backyard, the next it's a dreamy hideaway under the stars. Shari Zatman from Perfectly Planned by Shari shows us how to throw the perfect glamping party.
It all starts with a little imagination and maybe a few fairy lights. One minute it's your backyard, the next it's a dreamy hideaway under the stars. Shari Zatman from Perfectly Planned by Shari shows us how to throw the perfect glamping party.
It's been one year since the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General brought charges against former Pittsburgh-area funeral home owner Patrick Vereb.
Two food items sold at Giant Eagle have been voluntarily recalled due to separate contamination risks.
A mom of two was having a tough day when she bought a lottery ticket. But soon she was crying tears of joy.
The Steelers announced a partnership with MeiGray to sell refurbished seats from the home of the team.
Trial jurors said they couldn't agree on the more serious charge of murder, prompting the judge to declare a mistrial on that count.
It's been one year since the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General brought charges against former Pittsburgh-area funeral home owner Patrick Vereb.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said in a statement that the documents "have long fueled justified speculation — and it's time the American people see it for themselves."
Pennsylvania state lawmakers on both sides of the aisle are talking about suspending the gas tax for some relief.
Democratic Gov. Josh Shapiro raised $3.6 million over five weeks, an aide said.
Live updating Ohio primary election results for May 5, 2026.
Two food items sold at Giant Eagle have been voluntarily recalled due to separate contamination risks.
Pennsylvania state lawmakers on both sides of the aisle are talking about suspending the gas tax for some relief.
If you're about to throw out all of those old documents while spring cleaning, there are some you should hold onto.
All three remaining Smokey Bones locations in the Pittsburgh area have closed after the restaurant chain's parent company filed for bankruptcy.
Wegmans now owns the land in Cranberry Township that will house its first Pittsburgh-area location.
Our resident movie buff, Ron Smiley, is here with his Reel Review of what’s new on screen.
Bold looks, custom vibes, and pieces that actually match your style. Daisy’s giving us some ideas for a new outdoor space with some help from Levin Furniture & Mattress!
Group painting nights and art classes are having a moment, but what if the studio came to you? Hannah Wolfe with The Traveling Palette has brought the painting to us!
For many Pittsburghers, the May Market, which will soon be open at Phipps Conservatory, marks the start of planting season. Boaz is there for a sneak peek!
Coupon expert Shayna tells us how to make the most of Mother’s Day and Memorial Day deals.
An artist in Pittsburgh said the Steel City clothing company used his artwork without his permission.
Alcosan's multi-billion-dollar construction project to clean up the rivers in southwestern Pennsylvania is already over budget.
Pennsylvania prisons now give suboxone to thousands of inmates, with thousands more on the waiting list.
After suffering roof damage from this year's brutal winter, a Pittsburgh family says their insurance company has left them with even bigger problems.
The Downtown Neighbors Alliance's board voted Thursday to dissolve the organization.
Mexican street corn-inspired trail mix made by Illinois food company was sold at Target and other retailers, as well as online.
A new report from Public Citizen identified several Pittsburgh-area hospitals that could be at risk of closing due to federal budget cuts.
Allegheny Health Network's Psychiatry and Behavioral Health Institute moved to a new space on Friday.
Across the country, there's a rise in cases of a seasonal illness that's causing medical professionals to speak out.
As nurses from UPMC Magee Womens Hospital continue to negotiate their first union contract, two of them visited D.C. to fight for their patients.
The Steelers announced a partnership with MeiGray to sell refurbished seats from the home of the team.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Brandon Lowe had three hits, including his 10th homer, and Joey Bart also went deep to back Mitch Keller, and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 4-2.
The Penguins announced contract extensions for forward Connor Dewar and defenseman Ilya Solovyov.
Paul Skenes threw eight brilliant innings in one of the best outings of the young star's career, Brandon Lowe hit a solo homer and the Pittsburgh Pirates edged the Arizona Diamondbacks 1-0.
If you're about to throw out all of those old documents while spring cleaning, there are some you should hold onto.
The hole left behind by Spirit will hit businesses and rental companies within Arnold Palmer Regional Airport.
The bar served its final pints Sunday night after 43 years in Oakland, near the heart of Pitt's campus.
Arnold Palmer Regional Airport officials are confident they'll be able to replace Spirit Airlines after the airline shut down early Saturday morning.
The Atlanta-based railroad said Friday that it earned $547 million, or $2.43 per share, down from $750 million, or $3.31 per share, a year ago.
Ten Carnegie Mellon University alumni have snagged nominations for Tony Awards.
A converted church in rural central Pennsylvania has become a place where musicians with Amish roots are coming to record music and make videos.
The newly announced tour will be at PPG Paints Arena for two nights in September.
Musgraves will perform at PPG Paints Arena on Tuesday, September 8.
Jake was at the funeral for one of his closest friends when he learned of his parents' deaths, he said.
It's been one year since the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General brought charges against former Pittsburgh-area funeral home owner Patrick Vereb. He's accused of deceiving more than 6,500 pet owners and denying them promised burial services. State Sen. Nick Pisciottano of West Mifflin says critical legislation isn't moving along like it should, so he's asking pet owners to get on social media and call their state senators. Meghan Schiller reports.
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and KDKA is committed to discussing mental health in a positive and constructive way to help break down the stigma surrounding it. Today we're talking about kids' mental health and what families need to know.
The cruise ship at the center of the deadly hantavirus outbreak is on its way to Spain's Canary Islands. At this hour, multiple states are monitoring former passengers who have returned home from the cruise, and health officials are reassuring the public that the risk is low.
A cyberattack disrupted students from coast to coast, from grade schools all the way to universities. It shut down a system called Canvas used by thousands of schools, including some in the Pittsburgh area. While it’s back online, it’s still causing safety concerns. Lauren Linder reports.
Jinx Hairston was stabbed to death on Thursday night, police in Penn Hills said.
Mike Tomlin stepped down as head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers after 19 seasons with the team.
Pitt's regular season has ended with an 8-4 record.
Pitt's five-game winning streak came to an end with a 37-15 loss to Notre Dame.
Mason Heintschel set a new Pitt freshman single-game passing record in the Pitt win at Acrisure Stadium.
The 44th annual KDKA-TV Turkey Fund will help our neighbors in need have a nice meal for Thanksgiving.
