PTL Chat: Aug. 24, 2026
Heather and David talk about their weekends, and Boaz joins them for his last day at KDKA.
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Heather and David talk about their weekends, and Boaz joins them for his last day at KDKA.
Boaz joins Heather as they answer questions for the 'Friday Free For All'
Today's edition of the PTL Chat features sardines, movie talk with Ron and another round of Think Thank Thunk!
Heather and Mikey are LIVE from the new studio!
Heather and Daisy try a trending recipe: buttercream bread. Plus, Boaz has an announcement.
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.
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!
Heather and David read viewers' answers to our 'Whatcha Think Wednesday?' question: "Is it okay to wear shorts to the office?"
Heather and David try the new sundae from Sarris Candies, and Ron shows off our new studio!
Heather and David talk about their weekends. Plus, learn how a dog and a duck became best friends!
David and Heather are answering your Friday Free-For-All questions!
It seems like PTL has been nominated for some awards... We’re checking it out. Plus, think, thank, thunk is getting fresh?
Today is a very special PTL: it's Daisy's Birthday AND David's 35th KDKA anniversary! We call that a special Birth-versary!
Melon ice cream for National Melon Ice Cream Day, and a quick peek at this year's KDKA Turkey Fund preparations.
It's Friday...time to answer YOUR QUESTIONS!
Details on an exclusive movie ticket giveaway...plus behind the scenes on Boaz's squirrel prank!
Previewing Steeler's Training Camp! Plus...Whatcha Think Wednesday: Do you struggle with saying 'no' ?
Heather and David are feeling bubbly with their "Bubbles Hot Honey Latte" for Taste It Tuesday!
Heather is back and joins David for their weekend rewind!
Daisy Jade joins David Highfield and answers viewer questions in the Friday Free For All!
Mikey Hood joins David Highfield for Thursday's chat. They talk food, squirrels, and Jimothy!
Boaz Frankel joins David Highfield for WHATCHA THINK WEDNESDAY .. and the question is all about four-letter words?!
Ron Smiley joins David Highfield to taste the new Eat'n Park banana flavored Smiley Cookie.
Mikey Hood joins David Highfield to talk about their weekends, plus we're in for another round of Squirrel Patrol!
Mikey and David are LIVE from day two of Picklesburgh!
A downed power line turned a Kittanning family's front yard into a dangerous scene.
Chris "Block" Gordon, a popular TV personality and drag racer, was killed in a "devastating" crash at a raceway in Ohio, authorities said.
San Francisco 49ers owner Jed York has pleaded no contest to two misdemeanor charges in Northeast Ohio after being arrested on suspicion of engaging in prostitution over the weekend, authorities said.
A six-point buck was illegally shot in Bedford County, the Pennsylvania Game Commission said.
At Aliquippa High School, a Penn State University researcher is studying head impacts to keep players safer.
The U.S. and Canada have wrangled for decades over trade, and somehow, they still managed to remain friends, allies and trading partners.
Veteran organizations and businesses are asking state legislators to pass a bill allowing them to keep their so-called "skill-game" machines.
"We've seen too many developers who are trying to bulldoze our community," Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro told "CBS Mornings."
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro on Tuesday said he's instituting what he calls the strictest data center guardrails in the country.
On Tuesday, Pennsylvania took a major step in the fight against the negative impacts of social media, particularly on children.
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.
Boaz loves cookies, so on his last day, we had Inside Out Cookie surprise him with lots of sweet treats.
Since Boaz loves making songs, producers Teddy and Maria made him a goodbye song for his last day.
The Humane Animal Rescue of Pittsburgh brings its education ambassador, Vedder, for Boaz's last day.
Heather and David talk about their weekends, and Boaz joins them for his last day at KDKA.
Daisy visits The Frick Pittsburgh Museums & Gardens to check out their newest exhibition!
A downed power line turned a Kittanning family's front yard into a dangerous scene.
More than 300 Pittsburgh Public Schools buses are equipped with AI-enabled Bus Patrol cameras.
The Bob O'Connor Golf Course has been run by a nonprofit with a charitable mission, but the course has been losing money.
KDKA Investigates has received several concerns about the integrity of the bridge, leading to an eight-month investigation into how safe the bridge is.
Going to college was once considered a very safe investment, but with tuition soaring, is it still worth the price tag?
Injuries are a part of many sports, and UPMC is trying to help high school athletes get back to the games they love.
More than three years later, we're beginning to learn about the health impacts of the Norfolk Southern train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio.
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.
San Francisco 49ers owner Jed York has pleaded no contest to two misdemeanor charges in Northeast Ohio after being arrested on suspicion of engaging in prostitution over the weekend, authorities said.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
A Fayette County soccer organization is seeking help from the community after its soccer fields were vandalized.
Mark Kulbis is also facing misdemeanor counts of involuntary manslaughter and reckless endangerment in the death of Calvin "CJ" Dickey Jr.
Mike McCarthy wants to work with Joey Porter Jr., but the Pittsburgh Steelers and the cornerback are at an impasse over a new deal.
Gas station giant Buc-ee's has sparked a backlash in Ohio over one of its frequent trademark infringement lawsuits.
The international fashion retailer Zara will open a location in Ross Park Mall in 2028, as the mall continues to thrive.
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.
Bret Michaels is taking a break from touring to recover from recent surgeries.
The Jonas Brothers are returning to Pittsburgh later this year.
Hayden Panettiere, who starred in "Remember the Titans" as a child actor and rose to fame in the series "Heroes," has died at the age of 36. The coroner's office says she was found in cardiac arrest.
The tour will be coming to Acrisure Stadium on May 8, 2027.
The popular vocal quintet Pentatonix is returning to Pittsburgh this holiday season.
A downed power line turned a Kittanning family's front yard into a dangerous scene. According to Chelsie and Ian Brooks, it left them facing tens of thousands of dollars in damage. Now they're questioning West Penn Power's response time. KDKA's Meghan Schiller reports.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast!
Football season is kicking into high gear and so is a research project using technology and physics to study head impacts in football. At Aliquippa High School, home to one of the most storied football teams in the region, a Penn State University researcher is studying head impacts to keep players safer. KDKA's Kristine Sorensen reports.
Injuries are a part of many sports, and UPMC is trying to help high school athletes get back to the games they love.
President Trump said Monday that Iran was "collapsing" before the U.S. unveiled new sanctions that Treasury chief Scott Bessent vowed would amount to "the single greatest financial offensive ever marshalled against an adversary."
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.
