Kidsburgh: Sensory-Friendly Programs For Pittsburgh Kids
There is so much for kids to do all around Pittsburgh in the summer, but sometimes it can be difficult for families of children with autism or other behavioral or mental challenges.
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There is so much for kids to do all around Pittsburgh in the summer, but sometimes it can be difficult for families of children with autism or other behavioral or mental challenges.
While Spider-Man was off-duty, a real-life superhero swung into action to comfort Lenore Koppelman's son.
Hoping to provide fun and entertainment for families of all types, Kennywood has now become a Certified Autism Center.
An Aspinwall police officer is determined to help officers across the country learn about autism and how to keep people with autism safe.
There's now a quieter way to experience one of Pittsburgh's great museums.
There's important news about the possible link between vaccines and autism.
A local special-needs student showed off some of the things he learned in class this year at the Gateway School District board meeting on Tuesday night.
An Arnold woman is accused of strangling and abusing her 6-year-old son, who has autism, after he defecated in his pants.
A local 7-year-old boy who has autism was never expected to say more than a word or two, but today, he's speaking.
A local 7-year-old boy who has autism was never expected to say more than a word or two, but today, he's speaking.
A south St. Louis father is searching for answers almost a month after his 16-year-old son with autism was shot and killed.
The Dyke family says their son, Dylan, needs his pet ducks. Dylan has autism. His ducks, Bill and Nibbles, are his closest companions.
With back to school just around the corner, this is a good time to start talking to your kids about appropriate ways to interact with students who are on the spectrum.
Michigan has added several medical conditions to the state's list of ailments which qualify for a medical marijuana prescription.
One in 59 kids is on the autism spectrum, a number that's increased tenfold in the last 40 years. This has led to a need for schools to teach autistic children, especially those who are high-functioning.
First responders in Arkansas made a different kind rescue recently as they saved an autistic teen's birthday party after his friends didn't show up.
The Brighton Heights community came together to help a young boy who recently had his bicycle stolen.
A sensory room will be built at Pittsburgh International Airport by the end of the year to make the travel experience easier on people with sensory processing issues such as autism.
A test and possible treatment for autism may be on the horizon after a new study finds a link between the disorder and one particular hormone in the human body.
NBA teams are creating "sensory rooms," which are designed for children with autism and intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Tarik El-Abour is not a Major League Baseball player yet, but his signing by the Kansas City Royals marks a historic first for the national pastime.
Those "first-day-of-school jitters" turned into full blown panic for a McKees Rocks family when their child went missing after he was dropped off at the wrong bus stop.
A magazine in Pittsburgh is helping adults with autism make a difference and allowing them to build confidence and self-esteem.
He is a boy with autism – once afraid of heights, noise and fast-moving things – but he conquered those fears by riding on roller coasters at Kennywood.
This year's hot new toy is a gyrating plastic plaything called the Fidget Spinner. They're spinning off the shelves of stores nationwide.
Three people were killed and four others wounded in a shooting during a food festival at the Seattle Center near the Space Needle, police said. A suspect was in custody and another was being sought, they said.
The Parkway East will officially reopen on Monday, July 27, PennDOT officials have confirmed.
The Pirates have signed outfielder Derek Curiel, who was selected with the fifth overall pick in the 2026 MLB draft.
Ryan O'Hearn hit a grand slam on his 33rd birthday, as the Pirates held off the Cubs 8-7 to avoid being swept in the three-game series.
Lam Duong, a 19-year-old motorcyclist, was killed in a crash on Sunday morning in Hempfield Township, Westmoreland County.
A man who delivered Little Debbie snacks to stores across Washington County is accused of selling them at flea markets for cash and submitting fake invoices.
The Parkway East will officially reopen on Monday, July 27, PennDOT officials have confirmed.
Some wildfire smoke is rolling into the Pittsburgh area on Sunday, as scattered storm chances return to the forecast.
Three people were killed and four others wounded in a shooting during a food festival at the Seattle Center near the Space Needle, police said. A suspect was in custody and another was being sought, they said.
The Pirates have signed outfielder Derek Curiel, who was selected with the fifth overall pick in the 2026 MLB draft.
The plans include arresting migrants in Ohio and quickly putting them on deportation flights to crisis-stricken Haiti, the internal documents indicate.
With one day left, there are still no constitutional sentencing guidelines for the Pennsylvania judicial system when it comes to felony murder.
The lawsuit claims the Trump administration is withholding hundreds of millions of dollars in disaster-preparedness and homeland security grants to pressure states to change policies on elections and immigration.
The House on Thursday voted to direct President Trump to end the war with Iran, after four Republicans joined Democrats to rebuke the president over his handling of the conflict.
Pittsburgh Fire Chief Darryl Jones, who has been on paid administrative leave, will retire after a review of his bureau.
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
Last year, Americans received nearly 30 billion scam robocalls and text messages.
The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission approved a 3.5% toll increase that goes into effect on January 3, 2027.
After about three dozen Allegheny County home deeds were fraudulently put into an LLC's name, experts are sharing tips for protecting yourself.
Giant Eagle has remained the dominant grocer in southwestern Pennsylvania for more than 40 years, and one of those reasons was the exit of Kroger.
Daisy checks out Canonsburg's newest hot spot!
Daisy and David talk about fresh veggies and herbs with a Pittsburgh chef as he prepares a dish live from Tuscany!
Boaz takes us to Phipps Conservatory, where a 50-year-old agave plant has grown right through their ceiling!
The lead singer of Blank Space, the unofficial Taylor Swift tribute band, went head-to-head against PTL producer Maria to see who knows more about the iconic singer.
Daisy Jade joins David Highfield and answers viewer questions in the Friday Free For All!
A small community in Fayette County is pushing for answers after finding what appears to be raw sewage spilling into the woods.
Developers want to fill the former Vincentian Marion Manor facility in Banksville with new townhomes.
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
Allegheny County is facing a major financial crisis.
It costs a lot of money to keep houses of worship safe.
People who buy their healthcare coverage in Pennsylvania through the Affordable Care Act are expected to see their premiums skyrocket.
An investigation is underway in Uniontown, Fayette County, after police said a man was found dead in his car with a can of Galaxy Gas on the floor.
A public hearing was held on Friday for input on the pending Independence Health and West Virginia University Health System merger.
Pennsylvania is one of four more states now part of a cyclospora outbreak linked to shredded iceberg lettuce from central Mexico.
Western Pennsylvania remains one of the most heavily impacted regions across the country for tick-borne illnesses.
The Pirates have signed outfielder Derek Curiel, who was selected with the fifth overall pick in the 2026 MLB draft.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Ryan O'Hearn hit a grand slam on his 33rd birthday, as the Pirates held off the Cubs 8-7 to avoid being swept in the three-game series.
Mark Kulbis is also facing misdemeanor counts of involuntary manslaughter and reckless endangerment in the death of Calvin "CJ" Dickey Jr.
Pete Crow-Armstrong was 4 for 5 with a home run and three RBIs as the Chicago Cubs cruised past the Pittsburgh Pirates 11-0.
A world-renowned Pittsburgh technical school and a major airline have signed an agreement to work hand in hand.
The former glass plant in Charleroi has been listed for sale.
The Colorado-based Voyager Technologies has officially acquired Astrobotic, the aerospace company located on Pittsburgh's North Side.
Giant Eagle has remained the dominant grocer in southwestern Pennsylvania for more than 40 years, and one of those reasons was the exit of Kroger.
A major healthcare merger is now official.
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.
New Zealand actor Sam Neill, known for "Jurassic Park" and "The Piano," died Monday at 78, his family says.
The new movie "Young Washington" opened over the Fourth of July weekend, earning more than $20 million at the box office and becoming the nation's top live-action film.
The Parkway East will officially reopen on July 27, PennDOT officials have confirmed. Many who spoke with KDKA-TV shared similar feelings of relief, excitement or amazement at the quick turnaround time since the Parkway's closure. KDKA's Ricky Sayer has more.
The Parkway East is expected to reopen on Monday, July 27, PennDOT officials have confirmed. The announcement comes as workers successfully replaced the Commercial Street Bridge outside of the Squirrel Hill Tunnel.
Stay on top of local weather with First Alert Meteorologist Trey Fulbright's forecast!
The Iranian military said it halted retaliatory attacks against U.S. allies in the Middle East, after Washington paused its strikes on Iran for the last two nights. That pause followed consecutive nights of strikes by the U.S.
A woman in Dormont is making it her mission to map all of the little free libraries in her community. KDKA's Ricky Sayer reports, On A Positive Note.
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.
