Surgeon says he's seeing more young people with colorectal cancer
A cancer once rare in young people has become the number one cause of cancer-related deaths for Americans under age 50.
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A cancer once rare in young people has become the number one cause of cancer-related deaths for Americans under age 50.
Emma Operacz was diagnosed with a rare cancer at 21. An unusual treatment and bone marrow donation from her sister saved her life.
"Jersey Shore" star Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi said in a TikTok video that her results at a post-op appointment for a cone biopsy showed stage 1 cervical cancer.
"Dawson's Creek" and "Varsity Blues" star James Van Der Beek has died at 48 years old.
Catherine O'Hara, known for her roles in "Home Alone," "Schitt's Creek" and "Beetlejuice," died on Jan. 30 at the age of 71.
Whether it's unique events or just something that feels normal, kids diagnosed with cancer need normalcy, and that's what Lending Hearts provides.
Firefighters have a 62% higher risk of cancer, and this week, the New Castle Central Fire Station hosted pre-screenings.
Tatiana Schlossberg, the granddaughter of late President John F. Kennedy, has died after announcing a terminal cancer diagnosis in late November.
A little boy from Delaware County is getting his once-in-a-lifetime wish, just in time for the holidays.
The FDA says more than 580,000 bottles of a blood pressure medication have been recalled over concerns that it may contain a cancer-causing chemical.
D'Angelo's family said he died Tuesday after a "prolonged and courageous battle with cancer."
According to the National Breast Cancer Foundation, nearly one in eight women is diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime.
The race kicked off at PPG Paints Arena early Sunday, all to benefit cancer research.
The 58-year-old chef said in a social media post that he had a Basal cell carcinoma removed from his skin.
New research suggests that sucralose may be detrimental to those undergoing cancer immunotherapy.
Former Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Bryan Braman has died after a battle with a rare, aggressive form of cancer. He was 38.
In Greene County, Brittanny Groover is fighting two major battles right now: stage three melanoma and keeping her Medicaid.
Two former Steelers were on hand Friday night to help raise money for cancer research at UPMC's Hillman Center.
As the riders began rolling Sunday morning, each one did so with a reason.
Former President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with an "aggressive form" of prostate cancer that has spread to his bones, his office said in a statement on Sunday.
Former President Joe Biden expressed his gratitude Monday for an outpouring of support after his office announced he had been diagnosed with an "aggressive form" of prostate cancer a day earlier.
From a very young age, Hampton's Aiden Hanna was all about baseball.
A new study is projecting how radiation from computed tomography imaging, or CT scans, could lead to future cancers.
Anjuli Swords was diagnosed with stage-IV cholangiocarcinoma, a rare cancer in the bile ducts of the liver.
Allegheny Health Network is using a new robotic tool to diagnose lung cancer.
Five of Pittsburgh's museums are being recognized both nationally and locally, and city leaders say it comes at the perfect time.
The National Weather Service said there could be two possible waves of severe weather and storms Wednesday.
A Pittsburgh police detective was charged with felony aggravated assault after a bar brawl last month.
About 30 U.S. service members remained hospitalized Tuesday after an Iranian drone strike in Kuwait.
The two men successfully broke into one home and tried to break into two others across Westmoreland County.
The National Weather Service said there could be two possible waves of severe weather and storms Wednesday.
Five of Pittsburgh's museums are being recognized both nationally and locally, and city leaders say it comes at the perfect time.
A Pittsburgh police detective was charged with felony aggravated assault after a bar brawl last month.
The annual KDKA Fish Fry Guide is back for Lent! Check our listings for a 2026 fish fry near you in Pittsburgh.
About 30 U.S. service members remained hospitalized Tuesday after an Iranian drone strike in Kuwait.
About 30 U.S. service members remained hospitalized Tuesday after an Iranian drone strike in Kuwait.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Tuesday that it would be the "most intense day" of strikes against Iran so far.
President Trump told CBS News the U.S. war with Iran is "very complete," and said the U.S. "could do a lot" about the Strait of Hormuz.
Live Nation, the parent company of Ticketmaster, has reached a deal with the Department of Justice as part of a high-stakes antitrust trial.
The preliminary U.S. intelligence assessment suggests that the U.S. is "likely" responsible for the bombing of the girls' school in Iran on Feb. 28.
The gas price spikes are real and apparent. Here's how Pittsburgh drivers can save money.
The Pennsylvania Treasury will hold a public auction for unclaimed goods on Wednesday, March 25.
Pittsburgh gas prices have spiked in the last week, but how high exactly will they rise in the coming weeks?
A Pittsburgh-area man is not just giving people living with ALS a voice, he's giving them their own voice.
An investigation into fraudulent vehicle inspections has led to dozens of charges against a Pittsburgh-area auto shop owner and his mechanic, police said.
The iconic Pittsburgh St. Patrick's Day Parade is this weekend, and if you're looking to swap out the black and gold for green, Dr. Tom Petrone, owner of the Irish Design Center joins us to show us what he's got to offer!
Our friend Dr. Natalie Gentile, the co-founder of Direct Care Physicians of Pittsburgh and Rebel Wellness is back and she's showing us a quick, 10-minute at-home workout that will boost your energy and help you get moving!
Daisy Jade is at the real-life hospital that was the inspiration for The Pitt - Allegheny General Hospital, where she's learning more about how the show represents their jobs, and an upcoming fundraiser that will benefit so many things!
The stars of the Chicago Broadway National Tour are sticking around, and they're finding out if Heather and Ron were paying attention to the details of the show!
Heather and Ron are joined in studio by Ellie Roddy and Max Cervantes, two of the stars of the Chicago Broadway National Tour, which is making its latest stop in Pittsburgh!
More homeowners than ever in Allegheny County are filing appeals to try to lower their property taxes.
A cancer once rare in young people has become the number one cause of cancer-related deaths for Americans under age 50.
There is cautious optimism on the North Shore that the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette may continue to publish under new ownership.
From freshly washed cars to air conditioning units to entire porches, dust is blanketing one Westmoreland County neighborhood.
Former patients of Dr. Carl Medgaus are running out of time to try to recover money for unfinished dental work.
A Pittsburgh-area man is not just giving people living with ALS a voice, he's giving them their own voice.
A cancer once rare in young people has become the number one cause of cancer-related deaths for Americans under age 50.
Fish fries can be a quandary for people with heart and other medical issues.
With a measles outbreak in Pennsylvania, local health experts want to send a message to families.
Cracking down on the price of prescription drugs is a hefty task.
Heyward's new contract is said to be worth more than $32 million over two years with the first year of the deal guaranteed.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Damarco Minor followed his own miss to score with 0.7 seconds left and give 15th-seeded Pittsburgh a 64-63 win over 10-seed Stanford in the opening game of the ACC Tournament on Tuesday.
Jackson Blake converted on the decisive shootout goal and the Carolina Hurricanes recovered after relinquishing a two-goal lead late in regulation to beat the Pittsburgh Penguins 5-4 on Tuesday night.
The Baltimore Ravens have backed out of the trade that would have brought in star pass rusher Maxx Crosby from the Las Vegas Raiders.
Forbes' latest ranking of the world's richest people has been released, and the list features billionaires with ties to Pittsburgh.
A fire chief says a fire at an Ohio hog farm complex has killed about 6,000 pigs and unleashed a large plume of smoke that could be seen for miles.
Lawmakers in Harrisburg are looking at bills to tackle dynamic pricing.
The budget airline Breeze is launching a new nonstop route from Pittsburgh to Myrtle Beach this summer.
The lawsuit accuses Nippon of prioritizing revenue over worker safety.
A woman was arrested on Sunday for firing multiple shots at the Beverly Hills home of Rihanna, Los Angeles Police Department officials say.
The countdown is on, as the NFL Draft comes to Pittsburgh and America turns 250 years old.
Hillary Knight, Megan Keller and Jack and Quinn Hughes made a surprise appearance during "Heated Rivalry" star Connor Storrie's opening monologue on "SNL."
The medical drama "The Pitt" has certainly put a lot of eyes on Pittsburgh, and while the stories are fiction, the show highlights some very real things about the city.
Streaming giant Netflix declined to match Paramount Skydance's $31 per share offer for Warner Bros. Discovery.
The tale of two missing cows in Pittsburgh's North Hills has come to a happy ending, but not without shutting down part of the Parkway North on Wednesday. KDKA-TV's Ross Guidotti has more.
Dr. Natalie Gentile is talking about GLP-1s.
Camp Lucy is a completely free mental health conference for middle schoolers that creates a space for honest, judgement-free conversations and practical tools to help them cope.
Cassidy Wood is here to share what moves Steelers fans should be watching for during the offseason.
What's the one thing we're all silently wasting money on? Mikey breaks it down, In A Mikey Minute.
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.
