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Tech Expert & Entrepreneur Cami Nwokedi showed Heather & David a "smart notebook" that's designed to do less so your kids can learn more.
Fitness & Nutrition Expert Lisa Stugart showed Heather & David how to make a Snack Station for all the hungry kids out there who will soon be heading back to school.
Daisy Jade takes a trip to the Pitt Shop to see how the University of Pittsburgh is upping its game when it comes to Back to School swag.
Heather & David got to hold some iconic Pirates history, like an original signed Roberto Clemente and Dave Parker bat. They had to put on their white gloves for this one!
Robby Incmikoski, who's probably been seen a few times on KDKA Sports, did his first-ever PTL live shot at the Washington County Agricultural Fair. He got to see why this fair is the oldest-running agricultural fair in Western PA. He went for the rides, but stayed for the food.
Heather & David got their hands on the giveaways that are happening at this weekend's Pirates games in honor of PNC Park's 25th Anniversary Celebration and the Negro League. They got to see what all the fuss is about when it comes to the limited edition "hoist the cone" ice cream cone, too. Plus, the Friday Free for All! Heather & David answered some of your questions.
Sean Collier's Weekend Guide for this week includes a poignant show called Come From Away, the new Science of Speed Exhibit at the Kamin Science Center, and the return of Thelma & Louise to the big screen.
College freshmen are about to get their first taste of dorm life, and that raises one important question: "What do they really need?" Luckily, our KDKA interns, Samantha, Ben, & Michaela know college life because they're living it! So, they took Daisy Jade to Walmart to show her the stuff they wish someone had told them to get.
Pittsburgh is full of events and resources that can help you load up on back-to-school supplies for free. Kidsburgh Ambassador Yu-Ling Behr gave PTL the play-by-play.
Busy moms don't need any extra stress during the school year. Stylist Joanna Heyman showed Heather & David some simple styling tips that'll get mom out the door in no time, so pickups and drop-offs are a breeze.
Physical therapy has really evolved over the last few years. Daisy took a trip to Fyzical in Seven Fields to see what this new wave of balance is all about.
Heather's son Rocco is an artist! Wait till you see how he envisions his mom & David Highfield. Plus, an update on that little girl's broken Paul Skenes bobblehead, the surprise gift from Livvy Dunne & the Pirates that followed, and another round of Think, Thank, Thunk - the Back to School edition!
Dr. Natalie Gentile from Rebel Wellness shows how to get a quick workout in during the back-to-school chaos!
As Penn State took on Oregon on Saturday night in Happy Valley, it was the second-highest attended game in Beaver Stadium's history.
Rania Harris is back in the kitchen and bringing us her smoky and delicious pork skewers recipe!
From living rooms to Irish pubs and neighborhood bars, even downtown streets, Steelers fans will be up early Sunday to catch the Steelers-Vikings game in Ireland.
These big productions mean big dollars, especially for small communities.
A dog named Peewee was reunited with his owners after running away at the Pittsburgh International Airport.
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.
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.
Giant Eagle Chef Crystal Baldwin is making a comfort food appetizer perfect for the upcoming holiday season.
Rania Harris and David are in the kitchen with another great stir fry recipe!
Rania Harris is kicking off October with a stir fry recipe you're sure to love.
Fall is comfort food season, so Giant Eagle Chef Crystal Baldwin is highlighting a warm, hearty recipe sure to hit the spot on a chilly day.
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!
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.
Sunday is a KDKA First Alert Weather Day with several rounds of heavy rain throughout the day.
The Monessen School District has delayed the start of the school year while it completes what it calls "necessary building maintenance."
The Montour Trail is the longest suburban rail trail in America.
Bryan Reynolds, Brandon Lowe, and Nick Yorke each had two RBIs to lift the Pittsburgh Pirates over the Boston Red Sox 8-3 after a 2 1/2-hour rain delay.
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On Tuesday, Pennsylvania took a major step in the fight against the negative impacts of social media, particularly on children.
In a wide-ranging interview with the CBS News partner BBC News, Hunter Biden grew emotional as he discussed his father's condition, describing it as very sad to watch.
The Senate Homeland Security Committee voted to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress over his refusal to answer questions during testimony before the committee last week.
Part of the state budget calls for $20 million to go to main street development in communities.
On Saturday, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman spoke with Mr. Trump and cautioned him against conducting a fresh round of strikes on Iran, CBS News learned.
The store is expected to open sometime next year.
Buffalo Township police are warning about scammers after investigating several cases where residents have fallen victim.
On Tuesday, Pennsylvania took a major step in the fight against the negative impacts of social media, particularly on children.
While the importance of the family support system is timeless, a new study found it creates financial stressors for all involved.
The store will be located at the North Hills Village shopping center along McKnight Road.
Tech Expert & Entrepreneur Cami Nwokedi showed Heather & David a "smart notebook" that's designed to do less so your kids can learn more.
Fitness & Nutrition Expert Lisa Stugart showed Heather & David how to make a Snack Station for all the hungry kids out there who will soon be heading back to school.
Daisy Jade takes a trip to the Pitt Shop to see how the University of Pittsburgh is upping its game when it comes to Back to School swag.
Heather & David got to hold some iconic Pirates history, like an original signed Roberto Clemente and Dave Parker bat. They had to put on their white gloves for this one!
Robby Incmikoski, who's probably been seen a few times on KDKA Sports, did his first-ever PTL live shot at the Washington County Agricultural Fair. He got to see why this fair is the oldest-running agricultural fair in Western PA. He went for the rides, but stayed for the food.
Going to college was once considered a very safe investment, but with tuition soaring, is it still worth the price tag?
The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection and the Sherwin-Williams Manufacturing Company entered into a consent order and agreement.
A community in Butler County said repeated boil water advisories have them uneasy about their water quality.
An investigation into alleged theft at the North Versailles tax collector's office is underway.
Nearly five months into a major road construction project in Beaver County, several small business owners say they are struggling to keep customers coming through the door.
Several waterways across Pennsylvania tested high for E. coli, environmental groups said.
The Pennsylvania measles outbreak isn't slowing down, and one local doctor said Pittsburgh is not immune.
The countdown to the first day of school is on, and now is the time to start making some adjustments.
In a wide-ranging interview with the CBS News partner BBC News, Hunter Biden grew emotional as he discussed his father's condition, describing it as very sad to watch.
Doctors are finding they are faced with questions about health advice from social media, but they caution that you can't always trust what you find.
Bryan Reynolds, Brandon Lowe, and Nick Yorke each had two RBIs to lift the Pittsburgh Pirates over the Boston Red Sox 8-3 after a 2 1/2-hour rain delay.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
One of Tommy John's biggest legacies to MLB was his comeback elbow reconstruction surgery that now bears his name.
Mark Kulbis is also facing misdemeanor counts of involuntary manslaughter and reckless endangerment in the death of Calvin "CJ" Dickey Jr.
Sonny Gray worked seven innings for his career-best 15th win of the season, Wilyer Abreu hit a home run, and the Boston Red Sox beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 4-0 on Saturday night.
Some Bloomfield business owners paint a nuanced picture of how the annual Little Italy Days festival impacts them, saying that while they don't dislike the festival, they do make less money than they normally would.
The store is expected to open sometime next year.
On Tuesday, Pennsylvania took a major step in the fight against the negative impacts of social media, particularly on children.
Part of the state budget calls for $20 million to go to main street development in communities.
Amtrak is adding a second trip from Pittsburgh to New York later this year, officials said during a public board meeting.
The tour will be coming to Acrisure Stadium on May 8, 2027.
The popular vocal quintet Pentatonix is returning to Pittsburgh this holiday season.
Joe Manganiello says even when he spent 25 years living in Los Angeles, he always considered Pittsburgh home.
Paramount Skydance on Friday said it would delay the deal until as late as June 2027.
Dave Matthews stopped by a Pittsburgh restaurant before his show at Star Lake on Friday night.
The Monessen School District has delayed the start of the school year until Tuesday, Sept. 8, as a precautionary measure while it completes what it calls "necessary building maintenance." KDKA-TV's Ricky Sayer shares the latest details.
The National Tunnel, also known as the "wet tunnel," is closed, and the Montour Trail Council is trying to fix what's dangerous and even unseen to the naked eye. KDKA-TV's Megan Shinn has more in this edition of KD Sunday Spotlight.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Trey Fulbright's forecast!
In this month's edition of Intersections, a Beltzhoover native opens a new exhibit celebrating ceramic art at the Andy Warhol Museum. Meanwhile, local students preserve the legacy of the Community Empowerment Association through a new documentary. Plus, hear the struggles mothers face during Breastfeeding Awareness Month.
Multiple police departments are investigating after responding to a call Friday night at the mayor of Glassport's residence.
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.
