Florida Girl At Center Of Worldwide Hunt For Rare Blood To Help Fight Cancer
There is a worldwide search underway to find a matching donor for a 2-year-old Florida girl with some of the rarest blood in the world who is also battling cancer.
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There is a worldwide search underway to find a matching donor for a 2-year-old Florida girl with some of the rarest blood in the world who is also battling cancer.
A terminally ill teenager from Pennsylvania is asking for some holiday cheer for Christmas.
A terminally ill teenager from Pennsylvania is asking for some holiday cheer for Christmas.
A man who donated part of his liver to save a child's life met her in person for the very first time at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh.
A team of researchers are studying a new anti-cancer vaccine that would help the body resist the return of an aggressive form of breast cancer.
A man from East Deer is celebrating life after battling cancer, and passing on a message to others to live their dreams and never give up.
From pain relief to blood thinner, aspirin is good for a lot of things. But, did you know that an aspirin a day could also fight cancer.
The Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium says one of their California sea lions is recovering well after receiving treatment for an aggressive form of cancer.
A team of scientists is claiming that baby poop contains beneficial bacteria that can be turned into a cancer-fighting "cocktail."
Teachers, staff members, administrators and even lunchroom workers who pay into the Florida retirement system transferred 75 sick days to Goodman.
A dying man has chosen to forgive an alleged pickpocket who spoiled his "trip of a lifetime" in a letter that's receiving global attention.
A new report found glyphosate, a weed-killing chemical that some health authorities link to cancer, in a number of popular breakfast foods and cereals marketed to children.
The US Food and Drug Administration expanded the list of drugs being recalled that contain valsartan. The drug is used as a component in a set of drugs used to treat heart failure and blood pressure.
For cancer patients running out of options, a new approach has come along, just FDA-approved about a year ago, called CAR-T.
A common drug used to control blood pressure and help prevent heart failure was announced by the US Food and Drug Administration on Friday.
A judge has ruled that hundreds of lawsuits claiming "Roundup" weed killer causes cancer can proceed to the next phase in court.
PayPal apparently doesn't believe that death is a good enough reason for their customers to not pay their bills.
A mother in New York delayed her cancer treatment until her baby could be born and then found out the infant's heart stopped multiple times.
Former "Dance Moms" star Abby Lee Miller says she had to have another emergency surgery.
A groundbreaking study has concluded that most women diagnosed with early stage breast cancer can avoid going through chemotherapy.
A new type of blood screening is being called the "holy grail of cancer research" by scientists who say the test can detect the disease before tumors even form in the body.
A new medial report out this week revealed that the country's overall cancer death rate has fallen.
Dermatology specialists are warning about the potential dangers of gel manicures saying that the UV lamps can put people at a higher risk for cancer.
A mother's dying wish was fulfilled when she got to see her son graduate high school from her hospital bed.
Traditionally, doctors have looked at where a cancer is coming from to target therapy. But, a new approach has come about in the last few years with medicines called immunotherapy.
A heat wave is bearing down on western Pennsylvania with high temperatures and "feels like" temperatures expected to be near 100 degrees.
The hottest temperatures of 2026 are expected this week with heat indexes forecasted to be near 100 degrees.
A man accused of brutally attacking another man inside a bar in Verona has surrendered to police.
Michael Johnson beat Tiffany Creech to death with a baseball bat in Columbus, Ohio, authorities said.
Esmerlyn Valdez and Jared Triolo both hit home runs to help the Pirates escape an early five-run deficit, and Endy Rodriguez closed the deal with a three-run homer in the ninth for an 11-7 win over the Phillies on Monday night.
A heat wave is bearing down on western Pennsylvania with high temperatures and "feels like" temperatures expected to be near 100 degrees.
A man accused of brutally attacking another man inside a bar in Verona has surrendered to police.
The heat is on in the Pittsburgh area this week. Here's how high the temperatures will get.
The hottest temperatures of 2026 are expected this week with heat indexes forecasted to be near 100 degrees.
Michael Johnson beat Tiffany Creech to death with a baseball bat in Columbus, Ohio, authorities said.
The Supreme Court on Monday ruled that states can count mail ballots that are cast by Election Day but arrive later, rejecting a GOP challenge to a Mississippi law.
A unanimous federal jury found that a preponderance of evidence supported Carroll's claim that Mr. Trump sexually abused her.
Bolton agreed to pay a $2.25 million fine, pleading guilty to one count of retaining classified national security information.
The debate over caring for those who serve our country has reached a peak in Washington, D.C., with leaders from our area playing a major role.
President Trump took the stage at the Mack Trucks plant in Pennsylvania on Tuesday, rallying in front of hundreds of supporters in a wide-ranging campaign-style speech.
Imagine finding out the home you own is no longer yours, even though you weren't behind on your mortgage or selling it.
Schewbel's is closing after 120 years, meaning Giant Eagle will have to find a new bakery to make its branded bread.
Schwebel's, which sells bread at grocery stores across western Pennsylvania, is closing after 120 years.
A Pennsylvania state lawmaker is proposing giving taxpayers $250 to celebrate America's birthday.
Buc-ee's plans to open another store in Ohio, bringing its gas station, convenience store and smiling buck-toothed beaver mascot closer to the Pennsylvania stateline.
Bubba from 100.7 Star’s "The Bubba Show" brings us the latest celebrity news from concert mishaps to rare public appearances.
Pittsburgh may be a city, but there are still plenty of opportunities to bring the farm to your table!
Sognatore Salon is showing us the perfect tips and tricks for your hair this summer, from quick up-dos to beach waves!
Pittsburgh’s Jeff Koontz, a local cyclist, rode his bike from Oceanside, California, to Atlantic City, New Jersey, in just twelve days! Each mile helped support the KDKA Turkey Fund.
Ahead of his show, “In Plain Sleight,” our friendly neighborhood magician Lee Terbosic is here to wow us with his magic once again.
Rising Tide Partners began acquiring depressed properties five years ago with the promise of transforming struggling neighborhoods.
A Westmoreland County woman is demanding answers after she said a broken pipe flooded her apartment in Rostraver Township.
The school board in McKeesport has called a special meeting on Wednesday to decide the future of its football coaching staff.
Delta-8 is unregulated and untested, and more and more users are paying the price.
A family in Whitehall says nearly 30 years after a freak accident changed their lives forever, they are looking for help.
Representatives from UPMC and Allegheny County Public Safety held a demonstration to encourage firework safety in Pittsburgh.
When you hear you're diagnosed with cancer, it can be overwhelming. It can leave questions, anger and a feeling of seclusion.
Allegheny County health officials said babies who have died from sudden unexpected infant death have more than doubled since 2000.
Lone star ticks have been found in Franklin and Erie counties in Pennsylvania.
Pittsburgh, with its natural beauty and parks, can be a great place for people to put the phones down and enjoy life.
Esmerlyn Valdez and Jared Triolo both hit home runs to help the Pirates escape an early five-run deficit, and Endy Rodriguez closed the deal with a three-run homer in the ninth for an 11-7 win over the Phillies on Monday night.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Ryan O'Hearn homered twice and drove in four runs to lead the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 9-4 victory over the Cincinnati Reds.
Eugenio Suárez hit a three-run homer with two outs in the ninth inning that rallied the Cincinnati Reds to a 9-7 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Pinch-hitter Noelvi Marte hit a tiebreaking, two-run homer in the eighth inning after Cincinnati scored four runs off Paul Skenes in the second, and the Reds beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 6-4.
Schewbel's is closing after 120 years, meaning Giant Eagle will have to find a new bakery to make its branded bread.
A federal judge has extended his block on enforcement of an Ohio law that would require children under 16 to get parental consent to use social media apps while a legal challenge proceeds.
Schwebel's, which sells bread at grocery stores across western Pennsylvania, is closing after 120 years.
Pittsburgh City Council has approved new legislation that would put new restrictions on vape shops.
Buc-ee's plans to open another store in Ohio, bringing its gas station, convenience store and smiling buck-toothed beaver mascot closer to the Pennsylvania stateline.
Anthrocon 2026, dubbed "Critters, Cryptids and Curses," will return to the David L. Lawrence Convention Center.
Road closures will be in place ahead of the America250PA concert at Point State Park on Saturday, June 27.
Clive Davis helped shape the careers of music stars including Janis Joplin, Bruce Springsteen and Whitney Houston.
Pittsburgh's South Side Street Fest is officially underway, aiming to create a safer and welcoming South Side.
Luke Skywalker's lightsaber from the "Star Wars" sequel "The Empire Strikes Back" is expected to sell for at least $1 million at an upcoming auction.
Temperatures are expected to reach 90 degrees this week in western Pennsylvania with "feels like" temperatures at or near 100 degrees.
Duquesne Light said it's increasing staffing in the event that extreme heat and added stress on the power grid would lead to outages.
Earlier pickup times will allow workers to do their jobs under safer conditions amid the impending heat wave that's projected to hit western Pennsylvania.
A man accused of violently attacking another man inside a bar in Verona has surrendered to police.
KDKA-TV's Bob Pompeani and 93.7 The Fan's Andrew Fillipponi discuss today's sports topics.
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.
