Pittsburgh Region Cancer Risk Is Among Highest In The Nation
Pittsburgh region has cancer risk among the highest in the nation caused by hazardous air pollution.
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Pittsburgh region has cancer risk among the highest in the nation caused by hazardous air pollution.
Public defender Rebecca Hudock had just turned 30 when she found breast cancer.
Kenna Marriott author of "Coulda, Shoulda, Woulda - A Mothers Journey Through Her Daughters Seven Year Battle With Cancer," joined Larry and John to explain her daughter Jeannine's battle with cancer.
A surprise home makeover for a deserving teenager.
From the air it might look like an inviting lake, but Little Blue Run is filled with fly ash and calcium sulfate trapped at FirstEnergy's Bruce Manfield Plant seven miles away.
Neighbors of a former police officer who fired at a federal courthouse in West Virginia before being killed say the man had recently revealed he had cancer.
Grandmother, wife and artist Joan Esposito has breast cancer -- a specific kind called "HER-2 positive."
Ellen Toy was not about to miss this. Even after receiving chemotherapy treatment for hours that morning. Even after having to carry a portable chemo unit. Nothing was going to keep her away, from Jamming the Gym.
The usual way doctors choose cancer drugs is based on what works on the majority of people. But, the majority isn't everybody, but that approach may be changing.
More than a hundred concerned citizens packed the Hookstown fire hall in Beaver County to hear plans by First Energy to close a coal waste disposal site.
Family and friends cheer as 7-year-old Noah Keith steps from a limousine.
Forget the 5K or even a marathon, three men are running thousands of miles, all across the country. Today, the team Miles 2 Give made a stop here in the Pittsburgh area.
Forget the 5K or even a marathon, three men are running thousands of miles, all across the country.
For 7-year-old Connor Michalek, the baseball field is where he escapes.
Connor Michalek, 7, is battling terminal cancer.
It's an effort to get guys to try and prevent a disease that kills about 30,000 men a year.
Help raise money for prostate cancer by going to Altar Bar.
Last summer, Sharon Herring-Turner had cancer removed from her breast, along with 25 lymph nodes under her arm.
Love conquers cancer. That's the crux of a new study which finds family and friends can help breast cancer patients physically feel better, especially when it comes to pain.
The voice of country music star Tim McGraw emanates from a radio on the desk of Burns White paralegal, Shirlene Borsos.
They walked arm-in-arm, hugging, crying and giving praise Sunday morning. Several thousand breast cancer survivors celebrated life during this year's Susan G. Komen Race For The Cure.
A Belle Vernon woman is in the fight of her life, but you would never know it.
Katie Crawford from Rostraver Township has been diagnosed with Stage IV breast cancer. See if you can help her fulfill her bucket list.
Some of today's topics include: Manilow Music Project Luca Paganico - Steel City Designer American Cancer Society Click here for more of today's links!
Red, a young peregrine falcon that hatched in the nest on top of Pitt's Cathedral of Learning this spring, died after he was found injured in Oakland.
The Department of Justice announced it reached agreements with UPMC to end pediatric gender-affirming care.
Rookie shortstop Konnor Griffin tied a season high with four hits and the Pittsburgh Pirates rallied past Kansas City 8-5.
A list of Ohio high school football scores for September 11, 2026.
A list of Pennsylvania high school football scores for September 18, 2026.
Red, a young peregrine falcon that hatched in the nest on top of Pitt's Cathedral of Learning this spring, died after he was found injured in Oakland.
A West Virginia woman is facing charges after investigators said she left her husband on the toilet for 19 hours, leading to his death.
A casting call is out for paid background actors when the medical drama "The Pitt" comes back to Pittsburgh to film its third season.
The Department of Justice announced it reached agreements with UPMC to end pediatric gender-affirming care.
Rookie shortstop Konnor Griffin tied a season high with four hits and the Pittsburgh Pirates rallied past Kansas City 8-5.
The Department of Justice announced it reached agreements with UPMC to end pediatric gender-affirming care.
The push for paid parental leave continues in Allegheny County, but with some major changes.
Sen. John Fetterman's surprise video introducing Sen. Dave McCormick at the Republican Party's midterm convention sparked a strong reaction from Democrats. KDKA political analyst Jon Delano breaks it down.
Sen. John Fetterman's surprise video at the Republican Party's midterm convention sparked a strong reaction from Democrats.
Democratic Sen. John Fetterman appeared in a surprise video at the Republican Party's midterm convention on Wednesday, as he becomes increasingly isolated from his own party.
The program will provide relief for customers who pay their bills on time for two years.
The announcement was touted as a way that could change the way western Pennsylvania addresses energy.
With 100 days to go until Christmas and goods getting more expensive, here's what shoppers should know about holiday buying.
The wait for medical imaging keeps getting longer, leaving some people fraught with anxiety.
It seems like each week we get a new story or warning about a scam over the phone or on the internet. Here's how you can avoid them.
We are honored to have Jim Balouris, Executive VP & Market Manager for PNC and Charlese McKinney, Interim CEO & Chief Program Officer with Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank, here with us today!
It's a special performance! The debut of a song written by PTL's Maria DeBone and performed by PTL producer Teddy Stevenson! After all, we are neighbors every day!
As part of the 5th annual PTL KDKA Turkey Fund Kickoff Show, celebrating 45 years of the KDKA Turkey Fund, six amazing partners and friends donated some prizes for lucky members in the live audience!
Auctioneer Roger Croll from Croll's Mills Auction Services returns to PTL, and he helps us with bidding on a live painting from Kati Schoeb, lunch with Dr. Lori, a PTL experience, and Pittsburgh Steelers tickets with on-field access!
It's a special edition of our weekly game, "What's It Worth?" Dr. Lori joined us on stage to appraise three items belonging to Mikey, Ron, and Daisy!
A Hempfield family's home has become known as the "crash house" because drivers leave the highway and come crashing into it.
The wait for medical imaging keeps getting longer, leaving some people fraught with anxiety.
The Steel City Youth Football League announced disciplinary action following video that captured an on-field brawl.
Misdemeanor and summary charges have been filed against the coaches involved in a youth football brawl in Pittsburgh.
Police departments all around the country say surveillance technologies like cameras, drones, and license plate readers have proved invaluable in tracking and arresting violent criminals.
With costs rising just about everywhere and in everything, Highmark Wholecare's free farmers' markets are providing relief.
The goal was to simulate an emergency situation that would push the limits of the hospital and health care network.
The push for paid parental leave continues in Allegheny County, but with some major changes.
An 18-year-old from Mifflin County has died from measles-related complications, Pennsylvania health officials said.
The wait for medical imaging keeps getting longer, leaving some people fraught with anxiety.
Rookie shortstop Konnor Griffin tied a season high with four hits and the Pittsburgh Pirates rallied past Kansas City 8-5.
A list of Ohio high school football scores for September 11, 2026.
A list of Pennsylvania high school football scores for September 18, 2026.
Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. at the AHN Field at Canonsburg Memorial Stadium.
Konnor Griffin hit a two-run single to key a five-run second inning and Henry Davis tacked on a two-run homer to lead the Pittsburgh Pirates over the NL Central champion Milwaukee Brewers 7-4.
The top minds in AI and business are in Pittsburgh this week to discuss how cities can implement the technology.
Many small businesses are still feeling the impact of last week's severe weather.
Pittsburgh leaders and their partners are making a concerted effort to revitalize a North Side business district.
A federally funded Ohio manufacturing program faces potential shutdown after a new audit by the U.S. Department of Commerce's Office of Inspector General.
Gas station giant Buc-ee's has sparked a backlash in Ohio over one of its frequent trademark infringement lawsuits.
A casting call is out for paid background actors when the medical drama "The Pitt" comes back to Pittsburgh to film its third season.
Buffalo Bill's home will open this weekend for guided tours as the iconic horror movie turns 35.
The show has been canceled because of the muddy field conditions at 1846 Farms.
"The Pitt" won the Emmy award for outstanding drama series for a second year in a row.
Kenny Chesney will be joined on the tour by Eric Church, Sheryl Crow and Reylan James.
High school football highlights for September 18, 2026, in the Pittsburgh area.
KDKA-TV's Rich Walsh and the Tribune's Chris Adamski discuss the sports topics of the day.
A casting call is out for paid background actors when the medical drama "The Pitt" comes back to Pittsburgh to film its third season.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Trey Fulbright's forecast.
The Department of Justice announced it reached agreements with UPMC and New York University Langone Hospital to end pediatric gender-affirming care. KDKA's Mamie Bah talked to members of Pittsburgh-based TransYOUniting.
Saturday's game was delayed for more than one hour because of severe storms in the area.
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.
