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While Spider-Man was off-duty, a real-life superhero swung into action to comfort Lenore Koppelman's son.
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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.
Wesley Spectrum is a local organization that helps children and families in the Pittsburgh area. They assist with education, behavioral health and autism and Panera Bread has selected Wesley Spectrum to benefit from their "Pieces of Hope" cookie campaign.
Investigators say it appears DUI was a factor in the Butler County crash that killed a 19-year-old woman and her 22-year-old boyfriend and injured her 17-year-old sister.
A fire in Homestead at two abandoned row homes injured a firefighter and forced four people from the neighboring homes.
Three people were killed in a shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego, and two suspected shooters were found dead inside a vehicle nearby, police said.
The tour, celebrating the 30th anniversary of their biggest album, will stop in Pittsburgh on October 6.
Temperatures could reach into the 90s this week in Pittsburgh, and that impacts everything, including your sleep.
Investigators say it appears DUI was a factor in the Butler County crash that killed a 19-year-old woman and her 22-year-old boyfriend and injured her 17-year-old sister.
A fire in Homestead at two abandoned row homes injured a firefighter and forced four people from the neighboring homes.
Three people were killed in a shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego, and two suspected shooters were found dead inside a vehicle nearby, police said.
The tour, celebrating the 30th anniversary of their biggest album, will stop in Pittsburgh on October 6.
Temperatures could reach into the 90s this week in Pittsburgh, and that impacts everything, including your sleep.
Gas prices, inflation weigh on Americans. Many see lack of clarity on what's happening in Iran.
Gambling addiction is impacting more young people, so much so that state lawmakers are calling it an epidemic.
President Trump is in Beijing meeting with China's President Xi Jinping, with the two leaders aiming to stabilize their trading relationship after last year's trade war.
The Allegheny County Health Department wants to require all employers in the county to give their employees paid parental leave.
Live updating West Virginia primary election results for May 12, 2026.
The Allegheny County Health Department has issued a consumer alert for Prantl's Bakery in Shadyside, saying an inspection found pest droppings.
A Bethel Park homeowner says he's out thousands of dollars after hiring a contractor to replace his front porch.
A popular Washington County farm won't be offering pick-your-own peaches this year.
Gas across the country continues to climb.
Two food items sold at Giant Eagle have been voluntarily recalled due to separate contamination risks.
If your current security system is just a dog and a basic lock, it might be time for an upgrade. East End Handyman Company's Patrick McLaren is back on PTL to show us how you can install a security camera.
Team PTL's Daisy Jade is at the CCAC West campus and she's learning more about their annual car show!
Shari Zatman is back for another segment, this time, she's giving us the instructions on how to make a floral graduation cap!
Our friend, Shari Zatman of Perfectly Planned by Shari is here to help you get through graduation season by showing you how to plan the perfect party!
In a world of viral trends, Corrine has been proving that the old Hollywood glamour hasn't gone anyway, it just needed a refresh.
A Bethel Park homeowner says he's out thousands of dollars after hiring a contractor to replace his front porch.
It's been nearly eight years since Rachael DelTondo was shot and killed in the driveway of her parents' home in Aliquippa.
An artist in Pittsburgh said the Steel City clothing company used his artwork without his permission.
Alcosan's multi-billion-dollar construction project to clean up the rivers in southwestern Pennsylvania is already over budget.
Pennsylvania prisons now give suboxone to thousands of inmates, with thousands more on the waiting list.
Temperatures could reach into the 90s this week in Pittsburgh, and that impacts everything, including your sleep.
Frontline healthcare workers at Butler Memorial Hospital overwhelmingly approved their first union contract on Friday.
A western Pennsylvania dad went from wondering what a spot on his leg was to learning he has an extremely rare skin cancer.
The Allegheny County Health Department wants to require all employers in the county to give their employees paid parental leave.
Allegheny Health Network is putting out a warning about a new social media trend.
Bryce Harper hit a home run off ace Paul Skenes to lead the Phillies to a 6-0 win over the Pirates and a sweep of the three-game series.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
The Pittsburgh Steelers and Aaron Rodgers have agreed to terms on a one-year contract, according to reports.
Napoleon Solo hustled to first place at the 151st running of the Preakness Stakes on Saturday, coming out on top against 13 other horses.
Cristopher Sánchez struck out a career-high 13 and earned his second career shutout as the Philadelphia Phillies blanked the Pittsburgh Pirates 6-0.
A popular Washington County farm won't be offering pick-your-own peaches this year.
If you're about to throw out all of those old documents while spring cleaning, there are some you should hold onto.
The hole left behind by Spirit will hit businesses and rental companies within Arnold Palmer Regional Airport.
The bar served its final pints Sunday night after 43 years in Oakland, near the heart of Pitt's campus.
Arnold Palmer Regional Airport officials are confident they'll be able to replace Spirit Airlines after the airline shut down early Saturday morning.
The tour, celebrating the 30th anniversary of their biggest album, will stop in Pittsburgh on October 6.
The country music superstar will be performing at 1846 Farms in September.
The exhibit transforms historic industrial and historical paintings into a multi-projection animated experience.
Country music star Lainey Wilson and former Steelers quarterback Devlin "Duck" Hodges tied the knot in a lavish Tennessee wedding.
Riverlife will reopen its free-to-access barge platform, Shore Thing, later this month.
Investigators say it appears DUI was a factor in the Butler County crash that killed a 19-year-old woman and her 22-year-old boyfriend and injured her 17-year-old sister. KDKA's Shelley Bortz reports.
San Diego police said officers are responding to a reported active shooter at the Islamic Center of San Diego.
A woman from Pennsylvania found a 3.09-carat white diamond at a state park in Arkansas.
A fire in Homestead at two abandoned row homes injured a firefighter and forced four people from the neighboring homes. KDKA-TV's Jessica Riley reports.
As Pittsburgh will see its temperatures rise into the 90s this week, sleeping when it's hot becomes a challenge. John Shumway spoke with a Cleveland Clinic sleep expert on how you can make sure you get a restful night of sleep.
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.
