PTL Links: November 3, 2011
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Officials with the Pittsburgh Public Schools District say there will be no class Friday at Pittsburgh Montessori Pre-K through 8 because of a virus outbreak.
A lice outbreak at Chartiers Valley Intermediate School continues to cause concern. Dozens of parents filed into the school for an informational meeting with the Allegheny County Health Department Monday night.
Nasty little mosquitoes have resurfaced in one part of West Mifflin.
With the flu season upon us, an international student at Chatham University was not initially alarmed by her symptoms of fever, headache and stomach pain.
Three more cases of Legionnaires disease have been confirmed in Turtle Creek. The Allegheny County Health Department is keeping close tabs on the number of people getting sick.
An outbreak of Legionnaires disease in Turtle Creek has the Allegheny County Health Department keeping tabs on the number of people getting sick and the locations involved.
More than a half-dozen cases of legionnaires disease have been reported at a local rehab facility.
Stink bugs are back and while they'd prefer a hollow tree or cave for the cold weather months, squeezing their way into our houses through any possible opening is the next best thing.
Fall is just around the corner and so is flu season. The Allegheny County Health Department is suggesting people get their vaccination now to avoid getting sick later.
A recall has been issued for 36 million pounds of ground turkey after one person died and more than 70 others were sickened by salmonella.
Health officials said four cases of salmonella linked to the national ground turkey outbreak have been reported in Allegheny County.
Federal officials say one person has died and dozens of people have gotten sick from salmonella poisoning that appears to be linked to ground turkey.
Consumers are being advised to throw out or return glass-bottled, pasteurized milk from the Brunton Dairy in Aliquippa, Beaver County.
Summer means time outdoors, and time outdoors can be shared with mosquitoes. How much do you know about these pesky pests?
The health department has noticed the trend and is trying to stop any potential problems, namely outbreaks with the bacteria salmonella.
Inspectors from the Allegheny County Health Department visited Magee Pool in Greenfield one day after a 9-year-old nearly drowned. All city and county pools are licensed by the health department.
Neighbors who live next door to a home in McKeesport are frustrated that neither the city, nor the Allegheny County Health Department has stepped in to help resolve a rodent and insect infestation problem at a nearby house.
With the hot and humid weather, the region has already seen two air quality action days this week; but health officials say cloud cover is keeping us in the clear today. Most Air Quality Action Days are called on hot, muggy days when there is little wind, but lots of sunlight.
KDKA Investigator Marty Griffin reports that investigators say it looks like 11-year-old Christopher Myers was in the deep end of the pool at the Rosedale Beach Club playing around with his friends, swimming in the pool lane.
A strain of the bacteria E. coli has Europeans sick and worried. Will it be a problem here?
The Allegheny County Health Department was forced to shut one popular local restaurant down and issue a consumer alert for a second one after both were overrun by mice.
A big measles outbreak in Europe has health officials watching for any concerning patterns here.
When the Eat 'n Park on Route 8 in Hampton closed on Easter Sunday, the doors remained unlocked and people went inside the closed restaurant.
Veteran organizations and businesses are asking state legislators to pass a bill allowing them to keep their so-called "skill-game" machines.
The attorney representing the father charged in connection with the alleged cocaine trafficking ring at Penn State University defended his client.
One person was killed and two Pennsylvania State Police troopers were injured when a small plane and a state police helicopter were involved in a midair collision in central Pennsylvania, authorities said.
Nearly 3,000 pounds of trash was removed from the Michaux State Forest in Pennsylvania, officials said.
Marianne Saxton, a missing woman in Ohio, was found dead in a pond, authorities said.
Penn State frat brother Thomas Robinson thought his arrest in a cocaine ring was a prank, new documents reveal.
The attorney representing the father charged in connection with the alleged cocaine trafficking ring at Penn State University defended his client.
One person was killed and two Pennsylvania State Police troopers were injured when a small plane and a state police helicopter were involved in a midair collision in central Pennsylvania, authorities said.
Marianne Saxton, a missing woman in Ohio, was found dead in a pond, authorities said.
Veteran organizations and businesses are asking state legislators to pass a bill allowing them to keep their so-called "skill-game" machines.
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.
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 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.
We try the touchdown treat box from 'Sweet Cravings by Emara'!
When should you explore on your own and when should you choose a ship excursion? Travel expert Bobby Laurie shares his tips!
Travel expert Bobby Laurie shares the 5 mistakes to avoid that can derail an international vacation.
Getting a taste of the new pop-up sandwich shop: 'Missy Jean's Sandwich Shop'!
This weekend, Market Square will become a meeting place for cultures from around the globe as the "World Square Festival" makes its return!
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?
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.
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.
Brandon Lowe homered off Detroit closer Kenley Jansen with two outs in the ninth inning to lift the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 4-3 win over the Tigers.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Head coach Mike McCarthy confirmed that quarterbacks Allar and Howard will suit up against the Jets on Friday.
Mark Kulbis is also facing misdemeanor counts of involuntary manslaughter and reckless endangerment in the death of Calvin "CJ" Dickey Jr.
Braxton Ashcraft allowed five hits over eight efficient innings, Oneil Cruz homered in his return from the injured list, and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Detroit Tigers 4-1.
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 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.
Joe Manganiello says even when he spent 25 years living in Los Angeles, he always considered Pittsburgh home.
Veteran clubs and local businesses are asking state legislators to pass a bill that would allow them to keep their so-called "skill-game" machines.
The attorney representing the father charged in connection with the alleged cocaine trafficking ring at Penn State University defended his client.
A small plane and a Pennsylvania State Police helicopter were involved in a midair collision in central Pennsylvania on Wednesday night, killing the pilot and injuring two troopers, authorities said.
KDKA-TV's Rich Walsh and 93.7 The Fan's Chris Mueller discuss the sports topics of the day.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Trey Fulbright's forecast!
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.
