College student's mystery illness diagnosed as Stage IV cancer
Emma Operacz was diagnosed with a rare cancer at 21. An unusual treatment and bone marrow donation from her sister saved her life.
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Emma Operacz was diagnosed with a rare cancer at 21. An unusual treatment and bone marrow donation from her sister saved her life.
Logan Coleridge thought his long-lasting symptoms were from a concussion until an MRI found an alarming, unexpected abnormality.
Parents know that all-too-common phrase from kids every summer vacation - "I'm bored!" So, what can they do to keep it from happening?
The arrest of 51-year-old Gregory J. Moore marks the latest twist in a cold case that has eluded Ohio authorities since 2013.
Lizzie Clark was 13 when she started hearing a constant ringing in her ear. Doctors found a tumor on her facial nerve.
Doctors are issuing a warning about press-on nails.
An estimated one in eight women will develop breast cancer in their lifetime, killing on average 42,000 a year in the U.S. But what if a vaccine could significantly lower each woman's chance of ever getting it in the first place?
If you love watching scary movies or visiting haunted houses, you're not alone.
A new study finds that stress can actually help our immune system. KDKA's John Shumway spoke with a Cleveland Clinic psychologist about just that!
It's National Cancer Research Month. Host Heather Abraham is talking with Dr. Matteo Trucco, of Cleveland Clinic Children's, and Dr. Kurt Weiss, of UPMC Hillman Cancer Center, who have joined forces to battle a form of bone cancer called osteosarcoma.
Many of us are excited to get to work on our lawns this spring and summer but it's important to avoid injuries.
It's a growing trend that has medical professionals worried - expectant mothers with high blood pressure. John Shumway has more on how you can keep yourself and your baby healthy.
You know the feeling, you meet that special someone and you just know. But is it real?
With Valentine's Day in the rearview mirror, we're looking into something many of us know - love at first sight. John Shumway spoke with a psychologist at the Cleveland Clinic about what the phenomenon really is.
What are some signs you should keep your child home from school? KDKA's John Shumway sat down with an expert from the Cleveland Clinic on what parents need to know.
It's a decision that every parent has to make: to keep your kid home or send them to school if they're feeling sick. KDKA's John Shumway spoke with a physician at the Cleveland Clinic about what parents need to know.
Flu season is just around the corner. And if prediction models are accurate, the virus may be more severe this winter.
Summer's coming, and that means kids will be playing more video games.
If you're one of the millions playing Wordle, you're one of the millions helping your cognitive function!
As we escaped winter's grasp, it provides an opportunity to get kids off their screens and outside.
While cases continue to climb, medical professionals say it could be much worse without the vaccines.
Diabetes is on the rise across the United States and it's affecting a population that once didn't have to worry about it.
A vaccine developed by the Cleveland Clinic could be the next big breakthrough in the fight against breast cancer.
As patients continue to recover from COVID-19, they're finding there's one symptom that seems to persist: headaches.
Out of necessity, the pandemic has driven a lot of us to use virtual appointments to see our doctors. It turns out, according to a new study, men apparently like it that way, especially when talking about embarrassing conditions.
The Super Bowl of truck driving safety is taking place this week in Pittsburgh.
Here is a tasty recipe for cavatelli pasta with tomatoes, olives and capers.
Here's a recipe for refreshing lemon lavender iced tea.
Here's Rania's recipe for tasty lavender shortbread cookies.
The FDA has long fallen short of legally required inspection targets, and foreign inspections fell further last year amid agency layoffs.
A local family is warning other dog owners about a potentially deadly fungal infection that took the life of their beloved German shepherd.
Two adults are facing charges after a 3-year-old died from cocaine toxicity in Mercer County, Pennsylvania State Police announced on Monday.
The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection and the Sherwin-Williams Manufacturing Company entered into a consent order and agreement.
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The Super Bowl of truck driving safety is taking place this week in Pittsburgh.
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.
Dr. Anthony Fauci appeared before the Senate to testify on the origins of the COVID-19 pandemic but invoked his Fifth Amendment rights in answering all questions.
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.
The number of people who are food insecure is rising, and experts have said that it is only going to get worse.
Just when it looked like relief was heading our way at the gas pump, prices could spike once again in Pittsburgh.
A Westmoreland County family said having a secret room is not as cool as it sounds, after finding a large void under their garage built by Ryan Homes
Rania's showing off some dishes that will be featured at the Garden in the Park event!
Watch as Heather and David try to guess the value of Pittsburgh antiques!
Plato's Closet of Bridgeville shows us how to get affordable fashion on a budget this school year!
Daisy is getting a preview of Bloomfield's Little Italy Days celebration happening this week!
Rania Harris talks about the Garden in the Parks event, where she'll serve as a master gardener!
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.
Opposition to a data center at the back end of an industrial park is growing among residents of Hanover Township, Washington County.
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.
August 1 is PA Donor Day, a day to bring awareness to organ donation and the countless lives it can save.
Visit Pittsburgh said that the NFL draft brought a record 805,000 people to the city for the three-day event.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
The New York Mets routed the Pittsburgh Pirates 11-1 on Sunday afternoon.
Mark Kulbis is also facing misdemeanor counts of involuntary manslaughter and reckless endangerment in the death of Calvin "CJ" Dickey Jr.
Usually held on Friday to echo the high school football tradition, the Steelers moved the practice to Saturday this year in Latrobe.
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.
Attention is brewing around a proposed variance for Bethel Bakery to expand its parking.
The organizers of a plan aimed at making Pittsburgh's South Side safer are standing by their efforts.
Data center projects are on municipal drawing boards across the Pittsburgh region, and public opposition is growing.
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 ruling comes after a coalition of 12 states sued to block the deal, arguing it would harm consumers and the entertainment industry.
Stay on top of local weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Mary Ours' forecast!
The Super Bowl of truck driving safety is taking place this week in Pittsburgh. KDKA-TV’s Megan Shinn shares a closer look.
Rania's showing off some dishes that will be featured at the Garden in the Park event!
Watch as Heather and David try to guess the value of Pittsburgh antiques!
Plato's Closet of Bridgeville shows us how to get affordable fashion on a budget this school year!
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.
