Moderna Says Its Low-Dose COVID-19 Vaccine Works For Kids 6 To 11
Moderna said Monday that a low dose of its COVID-19 vaccine is safe and appears to work in 6- to 11-year-olds, as the manufacturer moves toward expanding shots to children.
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Moderna said Monday that a low dose of its COVID-19 vaccine is safe and appears to work in 6- to 11-year-olds, as the manufacturer moves toward expanding shots to children.
Starting on Tuesday, the Butler VA is holding a walk-in clinic for veterans and employees to get COVID-19 vaccine booster shots.
Pitt could become the next university to implement a COVID-19 vaccine mandate.
U.S. regulators on Wednesday signed off on extending COVID-19 boosters to Americans who got the Moderna or Johnson & Johnson vaccine and said anyone eligible for an extra dose can get a brand different from the one they received initially.
Some health providers around the country are mandating transplant patients and living donors get the COVID-19 vaccine.
Federal regulators are expected to authorize the mixing and matching of COVID-19 booster doses this week in an effort to provide flexibility as the campaign for extra shots expands.
Across Allegheny County, public employees are fighting vaccine mandates but none as hard as those in law enforcement, which has suffered some of the highest losses from the disease.
As the nation mourns the loss of former Secretary of State Colin Powell, one local doctor says it underscores just how much risk is still involved with COVID.
A panel of U.S. health advisers endorsed booster doses of Johnson & Johnson's single-shot COVID-19 vaccine Friday, saying they should be offered at least two months after immunization.
Hours before Harry Styles' sold-out Pittsburgh show, which requires proof of a COVID-19 vaccine or negative test, hundreds of fans were already in line.
West Virginia employers would be limited in their ability to require workers to be vaccinated against the coronavirus under a bill introduced by Gov. Jim Justice.
Seventy percent of Pennsylvanian adults are fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
Faculty and staff at Penn State's main campus will be required to get vaccinated against COVID-19 under President Joe Biden's executive order.
NHL commissioner Gary Bettman said the league has only four unvaccinated players as it opens up the 2021-22 season.
Hospitals in Colorado and Washington are denying organ transplants to patients who refuse to get vaccinated against COVID. So what about here in our area?
The proportion of COVID-19 infections and hospitalizations among vaccinated Pennsylvania residents rose sharply last month, though the shot remained broadly protective, according to new statewide health data obtained by The Associated Press.
While Pennsylvania has been doing better than most other states in getting vaccinated against COVID, Gov. Tom Wolf says the state has been lagging in equity.
While COVID-19 cases in Allegheny County are plateauing, Health Director Dr. Debra Bogen says more people are dying and she's blaming vaccine misinformation.
YouTube will remove videos spreading misinformation about any approved vaccine, not only those aimed at preventing Covid-19, the company announced in a blog post Wednesday.
The Wolf administration has announced a $5 million grant program to help grassroots organizations combat vaccine hesitancy.
As COVID-19 cases continue to surge, doctors hope booster shots will protect vulnerable populations.
The U.S. vaccination drive against COVID-19 stands on the verge of a major new phase: Government advisers on Thursday recommended booster doses of Pfizer's vaccine for millions of Americans.
West Virginia's coronavirus vaccination figures were adjusted sharply lower Wednesday after a problem was identified with data from a federal contractor whose numbers had been double counted.
Pennsylvania's network of vaccine providers are ready to deliver booster shots of the coronavirus vaccine as soon as federal authorities sign off, the state's top health official said Tuesday.
WPIAL officials will not be required to be vaccinated for playoffs.
In this week's On A Positive Note, KDKA introduces you to a group working to open doors for those with disabilities.
An artifact at the center of the Pennsylvania Lottery's Triple Six Fix scandal is hitting the auction block.
A miniature golf course that's been sitting abandoned for nearly 25 years is getting a second chance.
The Washington Center for Civics, Culture and Statesmanship was created by state lawmakers and funded with taxpayer dollars. But enrollment has become a point of contention.
Picklesburgh moved forward as planned on Friday, with crowds mostly undeterred by the thick haze of wildfire smoke and the "very unhealthy" air quality it created.
Friday will be another day with poor air quality in Pittsburgh as the wildfire smoke worsens.
A Westmoreland County family wants to warn others after they said they found a large void beneath the garage in their house built by Ryan Homes.
Wildfire smoke is causing hazardous air quality in the Pittsburgh area, prompting a warning from health officials.
Pennsylvania is under a statewide Code Purple air quality alert on Friday because of smoke from the wildfires in Canada and Minnesota. But what does that mean?
In this week's On A Positive Note, KDKA introduces you to a group working to open doors for those with disabilities.
Pittsburgh Fire Chief Darryl Jones, who has been on paid administrative leave, will retire after a review of his bureau.
Lawmakers are one step closer to making daylight saving time permanent after the House passed a bill with overwhelming support.
The measure also allows states to opt out if they take action before the federal law is enacted.
Sen. Mitch McConnell released a statement on his health on Sunday along with a photo of himself and his wife, Elaine Chao, after questions swirled about his condition.
President Trump paid tribute to the late senator Lindsey Graham, a Republican from South Carolina, who had just returned from a trip to Ukraine.
A Westmoreland County family said having a secret room is not as cool as it sounds, after finding a large void under their garage built by Ryan Homes
Last year, Americans received nearly 30 billion scam robocalls and text messages.
The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission approved a 3.5% toll increase that goes into effect on January 3, 2027.
After about three dozen Allegheny County home deeds were fraudulently put into an LLC's name, experts are sharing tips for protecting yourself.
Giant Eagle has remained the dominant grocer in southwestern Pennsylvania for more than 40 years, and one of those reasons was the exit of Kroger.
Which brave soul will take a chance at being the Pickle-Bull riding champ?
Companies all over the world are getting in on this "briney-bash"...so Mikey and David are tossing some wings with "Wing-Stop"
Companies all over the world are getting in on this "briney-bash"...so Mikey and David are tossing some wings with "Wing-Stop"
Is Boaz up for the true test for pickle-loving athletes...we just hope he doesn't "drop the ball" on this one...
Daisy takes us to the heart of the "Dill-Cathlon" a true Olympic style competition...which innocent bystander will take the crown?
A Westmoreland County family said having a secret room is not as cool as it sounds, after finding a large void under their garage built by Ryan Homes
Allegheny County is facing a major financial crisis.
It costs a lot of money to keep houses of worship safe.
Over the past several years, neighbors in one Pittsburgh-area community say they've found dozens of dead birds at the base of a single telephone pole.
Two years after Pittsburgh struggled to turn on public water fountains, the city says just about every operable fountain is now working.
Taylor Farms said none of its branded salads or kits contain the iceberg lettuce associated with the outbreak.
Pennsylvania is under a statewide Code Purple air quality alert on Friday because of smoke from the wildfires in Canada and Minnesota. But what does that mean?
A lettuce supplier to fast-food giant Taco Bell has been linked to a nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak that has sickened thousands of people, the CDC said.
Wildfire smoke is causing hazardous air quality in the Pittsburgh area, prompting a warning from health officials.
Pennsylvania will be under a code red air quality alert on Thursday because smoke from wildfires in Canada and Minnesota will create unhealthy levels of pollution for everyone.
A bunker and a stone wall protect the front left side of the green.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
The Pirates will begin the 2027 season in March against the Athletics, making it the earliest start in the history of the franchise.
Mark Kulbis is also facing misdemeanor counts of involuntary manslaughter and reckless endangerment in the death of Calvin "CJ" Dickey Jr.
The Pittsburgh Penguins are ending their ECHL affiliation agreement with the Wheeling Nailers, the team announced on Thursday.
The Colorado-based Voyager Technologies has officially acquired Astrobotic, the aerospace company located on Pittsburgh's North Side.
Giant Eagle has remained the dominant grocer in southwestern Pennsylvania for more than 40 years, and one of those reasons was the exit of Kroger.
A major healthcare merger is now official.
The Kroger Company announced the acquisition of Giant Eagle on Wednesday morning.
Schewbel's is closing after 120 years, meaning Giant Eagle will have to find a new bakery to make its branded bread.
New Zealand actor Sam Neill, known for "Jurassic Park" and "The Piano," died Monday at 78, his family says.
The new movie "Young Washington" opened over the Fourth of July weekend, earning more than $20 million at the box office and becoming the nation's top live-action film.
The nominations for the 78th annual Primetime Emmy Awards were announced Wednesday morning in Los Angeles, with the final season of HBO Max's "Hacks" setting a new record for the most nominations in a single year for a comedy series.
It's shaping up to be a busy holiday weekend across western Pennsylvania, which includes the Westmoreland Arts and Heritage Festival.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were married as they celebrated their wedding with hundreds of guests Friday at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
In this week's On A Positive Note, KDKA introduces you to a group working to open doors for those with disabilities. Chris Hoffman reports.
Elite 18: No. 5 at Greensburg Country Club
Ford topped JD Power and Associates' 2026 list for mass market car brands. Josh Taylor talked to a Pittsburgh-area dealer.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast.
Almost 50 years ago, a Pennsylvania Lottery scandal rocked the commonwealth and captured the attention of the world. Now it's going up for auction after it was found at an estate sale. KDKA's Barry Pintar reports.
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.
