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Chemotherapy: a dreaded reality for almost every person diagnosed with cancer.
Jackie Lapisardi was one of the lucky ones.
World Cancer Day has been recognized every Feb. 4 since the start of the millennium.
Mike Richter has had three bouts with cancer: lymphoma, prostate and the most recent one -- pancreatic.
Preschoolers in Northern California raised more than $10,000 from a hot cocoa stand for one of their classmates who is battling a rare brain cancer.
More common heartburn medications have been recalled due to the presence of an impurity that might cause cancer.
Pitt women's basketball player Kyla Nelson played in her first game since being diagnosed with cancer.
Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf says his administration will spend $3 million on a pair of studies to explore the potential health impacts of the natural gas industry.
Doctors are working on a new way to treat breast cancer that does not include surgery, hoping it could be a better option for many patients.
The families of young people diagnosed with a rare childhood cancer confronted Democratic Gov. Tom Wolf on Monday over what they called his administration's insufficient response to a health crisis they blame on pollution from the shale gas industry.
Even at a young age, it was apparent Anthony Chiccitt's life would revolve around athletics.
Six years ago, Kathy Miller had severe pain in her back. She thought it was her gallbladder.
The state Supreme Court heard oral arguments from both sides Wednesday at the City-County Building in downtown Pittsburgh on whether some common pesticides caused a local man to die from cancer.
Doctors say a new vaccine undergoing clinical trials at the Mayo Clinic has effectively removed cancer cells, providing new hope for cancer survivors. Lee Mercker was the first to participate in the clinical trial. In March, she was shocked to learn she had breast cancer.
The 6th annual Kites Take Flight For Childhood Cancer event was held Saturday at Montour High School.
A Beaver County native who recently lost her battle with cancer is leaving behind a legacy for her students in Erie.
A volunteer fire department in Armstrong County held quite a fundraiser for a little girl battling cancer.
CVS Pharmacy has stopped selling Zantac, as well as its generic version of the heartburn medication, over concerns that they might contain a substance that could cause cancer.
As part of childhood cancer awareness month, a carmaker is touring the country and giving away a lot of money.
Pittsburgh women's basketball player Kyla Nelson has cancer.
An Oregon man is definitely on a winning streak. First he beat cancer. Then he beat it again. And then, he won the lottery!
Prolific musician Eddie Money died Friday at the age of 70.
Three environmental groups hosted a community meeting in Canonsburg to address concerns regarding a possible link between rare cancer and fracking.
The Mount Lebanon community is rallying around one of its own.
Researchers at the University of Notre Dame have received $2.9 million to develop a new diagnostic platform that could diagnose cancer in as little as three hours by using only one or two drops of blood.
The Penguins announced contract extensions for forward Connor Dewar and defenseman Ilya Solovyov.
Pittsburgh is locked into a pattern of cool weather that will continue for a couple of weeks.
While we're all ready to celebrate moms on Sunday, let's not forget the dog moms on Saturday!
Larry Russ and Bobby Trygar each have worked at Kennywood Park for 50 years.
Paul Skenes threw eight brilliant innings in one of the best outings of the young star's career, Brandon Lowe hit a solo homer and the Pittsburgh Pirates edged the Arizona Diamondbacks 1-0.
The Penguins announced contract extensions for forward Connor Dewar and defenseman Ilya Solovyov.
Pittsburgh is locked into a pattern of cool weather that will continue for a couple of weeks.
While we're all ready to celebrate moms on Sunday, let's not forget the dog moms on Saturday!
Larry Russ and Bobby Trygar each have worked at Kennywood Park for 50 years.
Paul Skenes threw eight brilliant innings in one of the best outings of the young star's career, Brandon Lowe hit a solo homer and the Pittsburgh Pirates edged the Arizona Diamondbacks 1-0.
Pennsylvania state lawmakers on both sides of the aisle are talking about suspending the gas tax for some relief.
Democratic Gov. Josh Shapiro raised $3.6 million over five weeks, an aide said.
Live updating Ohio primary election results for May 5, 2026.
A Character AI chatbot falsely claimed to be a licensed psychiatrist in Pennsylvania and provided an invalid license number, the state alleged.
Voters headed to the polls on Tuesday in Ohio and Indiana — in the Buckeye State, they cast ballots in Senate, House and governor's primary races, while Hoosiers are weighing in on House and state races.
Pennsylvania state lawmakers on both sides of the aisle are talking about suspending the gas tax for some relief.
If you're about to throw out all of those old documents while spring cleaning, there are some you should hold onto.
All three remaining Smokey Bones locations in the Pittsburgh area have closed after the restaurant chain's parent company filed for bankruptcy.
Wegmans now owns the land in Cranberry Township that will house its first Pittsburgh-area location.
As the war in Iran continues, the impact is hitting Americans' wallets, especially at the gas pump.
Mikey is introducing us to Jordan. Ge has big energy and even bigger jumps! They visit Sky Zone Trampoline Park in Monroeville to burn some energy and learn what Jordan is looking for in a family.
Big hair energy is back in a big way. We're revealing the spring cuts delivering serious cool girl vibes. Your next hair era could be one appointment away!
Mikey Hood is live at Shly Deck & Fence in Carnegie to find out what it takes to get the deck of your dreams built at your own home and how to enter the Ford Truck and Ten Thousand Dollar Deck Giveaway!
Korean fried chicken has become one of the fastest-growing food trends in the country. And now it's landed in the South Hills. Here from the Krunchy Bird in Castle Shannon are the owner, Noah, and the head chef, Jess.
This year's Gene Kelly Award nominees for excellence in high school musical theater were announced live on PTL! The awards have become a major launching pad to Broadway and Hollywood. Pittsburgh CLO's director of education, Jim Scriven, did the honors for best high school musical.
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.
After suffering roof damage from this year's brutal winter, a Pittsburgh family says their insurance company has left them with even bigger problems.
The Downtown Neighbors Alliance's board voted Thursday to dissolve the organization.
A new report from Public Citizen identified several Pittsburgh-area hospitals that could be at risk of closing due to federal budget cuts.
Allegheny Health Network's Psychiatry and Behavioral Health Institute moved to a new space on Friday.
Across the country, there's a rise in cases of a seasonal illness that's causing medical professionals to speak out.
As nurses from UPMC Magee Womens Hospital continue to negotiate their first union contract, two of them visited D.C. to fight for their patients.
A growing number of parents across the U.S. are declining routine preventive care for their newborns. Doctors say the trend is raising concerns.
The Penguins announced contract extensions for forward Connor Dewar and defenseman Ilya Solovyov.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Paul Skenes threw eight brilliant innings in one of the best outings of the young star's career, Brandon Lowe hit a solo homer and the Pittsburgh Pirates edged the Arizona Diamondbacks 1-0.
The former left fielder and coach died on Monday, May 4.
Dr. Wayne Sebastianelli spent more than 30 years as Penn State University's Director of Athletic Medicine.
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 Atlanta-based railroad said Friday that it earned $547 million, or $2.43 per share, down from $750 million, or $3.31 per share, a year ago.
Ten Carnegie Mellon University alumni have snagged nominations for Tony Awards.
A converted church in rural central Pennsylvania has become a place where musicians with Amish roots are coming to record music and make videos.
The newly announced tour will be at PPG Paints Arena for two nights in September.
Musgraves will perform at PPG Paints Arena on Tuesday, September 8.
Jake was at the funeral for one of his closest friends when he learned of his parents' deaths, he said.
Get the latest weather updates with meteorologist Ron Smiley’s forecast!
We're all ready to celebrate Mother's Day on Sunday, but one day before that, we'll celebrate the bond between dogs and their moms. John Shumway spoke with one dog trainer about the special bond between the two.
KDKA-TV's Rich Walsh and 93.7 The Fan's Chris Mueller discuss the sports topics of the day.
An historic church in Allegheny County, Indiana Township, suffered significant damage in a fire on Wednesday afternoon.
Two people are dead after five vehicles were involved in a crash near the Fort Duquesne Bridge in Pittsburgh.
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.
