As COVID flares, some schools and businesses reinstate mask mandates
In some places, the emergence of new COVID-19 variants is spurring the return of mask requirements and other safety measures.
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In some places, the emergence of new COVID-19 variants is spurring the return of mask requirements and other safety measures.
So far, the CDC doesn't think the highly mutated BA.2.86 variant is to blame.
Cases of the new COVID variant BA.2.86 have been spotted in Michigan, Denmark and Israel.
In the early days of the pandemic, people got used to eating their restaurant food at home. Today, they're back in restaurant dining rooms — but still prefer to get meals via the drive-thru, a pickup window or delivery more than they did before.
After a significant drop off in routine vaccines, health officials are finally starting to see those numbers tick back up.
After a significant drop off in routine vaccines, health officials are finally starting to see those numbers tick back up.
COVID-19 trends remain far below levels seen at this time last year, but the numbers are ticking upwards.
Only In-N-Out employees in California and Oregon will be exempted from the requirements due to state laws there.
Researchers also found humans have likely spread the virus to deer at least hundreds of times.
A new report is highlighting alarming trends across the country when it comes to health care.
"Almost all" the agencies studying the issue assess the virus "was not genetically engineered," a U.S. intelligence report states.
Federal investigators have subpoenaed Gov. Jim Justice's office about the Do it for Babydog sweepstakes, focusing on car dealers that supplied trucks for the lottery.
Allegheny County executive Rich Fitzgerald announced Thursday afternoon the end of the county's COVID-19 vaccine and leave policies.
The White House's COVID Response Coordinator says it marks a transition point, not an end to COVID-19.
Walensky has overseen the agency since the early days of the Biden administration.
The World Health Organization declared an end to the global COVID-19 emergency, but said countries should not let down their guard.
500,000 "Pilot COVID-19 At-Home Tests" distributed to CVS and 16,000 distributed to Amazon should be thrown out.
Now that the major hospitals have lifted their masking requirements, does that signal the final all-clear?
KDKA's John Shumway is here to examine the efficacy of masks, with several Pittsburgh-area hospitals recently lifting or easing mask policies in their buildings.
Dr. Vivek Murthy says it poses risks as deadly as smoking a dozen cigarettes a day, and the crisis got much worse as COVID spread.
Masks will still be required in specific areas where patients are "particularly vulnerable to infection."
UPMC is ending universal masking at most of its facilities and locations.
The drugmaker says the FDA could clear the new COVID drug for immunocompromised in months.
Allegheny Health Network is making masks optional for patients, visitors and employees, the health care system announced on Thursday.
Allegheny Health Network is making masks optional for patients, visitors and employees.
Two sisters, 10 and 12, found themselves in court facing criminal charges, accused of breaking a swing while playing at their community park.
Business Insider has recognized Shady Maple Smorgasbord as the most "iconic" breakfast restaurant in Pennsylvania.
Two days after a woman in Pittsburgh's Greenfield neighborhood fought an intruder out of her home, police say the suspect came back.
Police public safety services are being questioned in Forward Township.
Week 1 of high school football is a date that is circled on many calendars around Western Pennsylvania.
Sara May Reynolds' remains were found nearly two months after she was reported missing in Pennsylvania.
Business Insider has recognized Shady Maple Smorgasbord as the most "iconic" breakfast restaurant in Pennsylvania.
Two days after a woman in Pittsburgh's Greenfield neighborhood fought an intruder out of her home, police say the suspect came back.
Two sisters, 10 and 12, found themselves in court facing criminal charges, accused of breaking a swing while playing at their community park.
Police public safety services are being questioned in Forward Township.
A federal judge on Tuesday temporarily blocked enforcement of an Ohio requirement that voters show proof of citizenship when registering to vote at a motor vehicle bureau
Data centers have become the hottest issue in political races across the country, including Pennsylvania's race for governor.
The U.S. and Canada have wrangled for decades over trade, and somehow, they still managed to remain friends, allies and trading partners.
Veteran organizations and businesses are asking state legislators to pass a bill allowing them to keep their so-called "skill-game" machines.
"We've seen too many developers who are trying to bulldoze our community," Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro told "CBS Mornings."
A new report tries to calculate how much Pennsylvanians need to earn to live what's considered a comfortable lifestyle.
The store is expected to open sometime next year.
Buffalo Township police are warning about scammers after investigating several cases where residents have fallen victim.
On Tuesday, Pennsylvania took a major step in the fight against the negative impacts of social media, particularly on children.
While the importance of the family support system is timeless, a new study found it creates financial stressors for all involved.
We take a look back at the best moments from the week that was on Pittsburgh Today Live!
Daisy Jade is going inside one of the most unique homes in the Pittsburgh area - the Bloomfield Blue Pearl!
If you're looking to celebrate all things bacon, the South Side is the place for you this weekend when the second annual BaconBurgh returns!
PTL's Robby Incmikoski comes to us live from the Hollywood Casino at the Meadows to show us the Corks & Kegs Festival!
Every actor has that one role they hope will change everything; for Greene County native Maximus Virgili, the new movie American Summer could be just that!
Police public safety services are being questioned in Forward Township.
An attempt to regulate Pennsylvania's pet cremation industry just hit a wall.
A family in Wall Borough, Allegheny County, said repeated flooding has forced them to abandon their home's first floor.
A downed power line turned a Kittanning family's front yard into a dangerous scene.
More than 300 Pittsburgh Public Schools buses are equipped with AI-enabled Bus Patrol cameras.
Pennsylvania health officials say two people who had measles died in the state, but Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is questioning that.
UPMC is taking another step to help Pittsburgh's first responders better protect our community.
For the first time since 1991, Pennsylvania has recorded its first two deaths connected to measles.
Pennsylvania has recorded its first two deaths connected to measles in 35 years.
Injuries are a part of many sports, and UPMC is trying to help high school athletes get back to the games they love.
Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. at Upper St. Clair High School's Panther Stadium.
The Buffalo Bills beat the Pittsburgh Steelers 28-27 in the preseason finale for each team on Thursday night.
Lawyers for Jerry Sandusky told a court one of his victims signed an affidavit recanting his testimony, court documents say.
Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. at Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park, New York.
The San Diego Padres beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 3-0 on Wednesday to avoid a three-game sweep.
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.
The international fashion retailer Zara will open a location in Ross Park Mall in 2028, as the mall continues to thrive.
Some Bloomfield business owners paint a nuanced picture of how the annual Little Italy Days festival impacts them, saying that while they don't dislike the festival, they do make less money than they normally would.
The store is expected to open sometime next year.
A show coming to The Palace Theatre in Greensburg looks to pay tribute to Dolly Parton.
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
Pittsburghers are remembering Dolly Parton as "one of a kind" following her death on Tuesday.
Dolly Parton became an icon over her six-decade career as a Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, movie and TV star and theme park owner who donated millions to help others.
Bret Michaels is taking a break from touring to recover from recent surgeries.
Dolly Parton's Imagination Library gives children free books every month. Josh Taylor takes us to New Brighton, where a local bookstore is paying that passion forward.
Allegheny County is banning balloons in its parks. KDKA's Ross Guidotti reports.
Two sisters, 10 and 12, are accused of breaking a swing while playing at their community park. They found themselves in court facing criminal charges. A judge found them not guilty. KDKA's Mamie Bah reports.
Gov. Josh Shapiro says the state has had two deaths related to measles, while Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. disputes that. As KDKA's Chris Hoffman reports, these political fights leave doctors and patients stuck in the middle.
Two days after a woman in Pittsburgh's Greenfield neighborhood fought an intruder out of her home, police say the suspect came back. KDKA's Shelley Bortz 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.
