Teen football player deaths raise concerns about heat, safety
At least seven teen football players have died in the U.S. in August. Experts say parents of teen football players should be proactive.
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At least seven teen football players have died in the U.S. in August. Experts say parents of teen football players should be proactive.
The Pittsburgh Steelers have announced that quarterback Russell Wilson will be the team's Week 1 starter against the Atlanta Falcons.
As a late summer heat wave continues to grip the Pittsburgh area, student-athletes are braving the scorching temperatures.
School districts are taking extra steps to keep their student-athletes safe in this heat. KDKA-TV's Shelley Bortz reports.
The deadline to make cuts was 4 p.m. on Tuesday.
Two school districts in Westmoreland County now require elementary-age students to have adult supervision when attending high school football games. KDKA-TV's Chris DeRose has more.
A 13-year-old boy in Madison, West Virginia, died after suffering an apparent injury during football practice last week.
The first broadcast of the season will be on August 23.
It's going to be an exciting night for football in the Pittsburgh area!
The Steelers linebacker declared himself 100% healthy on Thursday.
The Steelers will travel to Detroit to face the Lions.
The National Association of EMS Officials recommends "Cool First, Transport Second" for patients whose body temperature is over 104 degrees.
Rookie center Zach Frazier will now be thrust into the starting center position.
As football season gets underway, we're taking a look back at some of the very first Women of Steel. Did you know the Pittsburgh Steelers once had cheerleaders. We're chatting with two of the Steelerettes.
The Steelers and Bills are holding a joint practice this afternoon at Acrisure Stadium.
Videoboards are being added to the stadium among other improvement projects.
McKeesport has been eliminated by Aliquippa the last three seasons.
Wilson sat out Friday's game against the Texans.
Bishop was one of the brighter stories to come from the team's loss to the Texans on Friday.
Pittsburgh Steelers rookie offensive lineman Troy Fautanu suffered a knee injury in Friday's preseason game against the Houston Texans.
Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. at Acrisure Stadium.
Russell Wilson is listed as the team's starting quarterback.
Is Latrobe, Pennsylvania, the birthplace of professional football?
Is Latrobe, Pennsylvania, the birthplace of professional football? It's a bit of a complicated question. KDKA-TV's Chris DeRose has more.
Russell Wilson sat out of practice after waking up with a minor calf issue.
The 32-year-old Hemingway is now being charged in a separate case where he is accused of sexual assault.
A rollover crash struck six parked vehicles in Harmar Township on Friday night.
The 26-year-old from Monessen was arrested after an investigation found he had allegedly sexually assaulted a minor over two years.
The fall-like weather continues in the Pittsburgh area on Saturday, but some Sunday showers are possible.
A list of Ohio high school football scores for September 25, 2026.
Dr. Idris Evans, the Pittsburgh doctor killed in a violent home invasion, is being remembered for his kindness.
New body camera footage shows Elijah Hemingway's encounters with authorities in Florida a year before he was arrested in Pennsylvania.
The 32-year-old Hemingway is now being charged in a separate case where he is accused of sexual assault.
Dr. Idris Evans was killed in a stabbing and homicide charges have been filed in connection with his death.
A rollover crash struck six parked vehicles in Harmar Township on Friday night.
President Trump moved to cancel almost $1 billion in spending that was approved by Congress, marking the second time his administration has employed a rarely used tactic that some lawmakers in both parties have called illegal.
Some units would "possibly [be] needed in 90-120 days," according to an internal Army message reviewed by CBS News.
The Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh voted unanimously to approve the appointment of Ivory Mathews as the agency's new executive director.
The Pittsburgh Housing Authority board is set to name a woman who is under investigation by an ethics committee in Oregon as the new executive director.
Data centers have sparked national controversy, but Pennsylvania has been a particular focal point.
Duquesne Light Company union workers have voted to authorize a strike that could begin in just days if an agreement is not reached.
The settlement followed allegations that generic drug manufacturers conspired to increase prices.
Wars in Iran, Ukraine, and Russia have raised the costs of just about everything, and with fall and winter coming, home heating will take a hit.
Chick-fil-A currently has 20 locations in western Pennsylvania.
The program will provide relief for customers who pay their bills on time for two years.
The "Spider-Man" star's 20-minute fitness challenge is taking over social media. Daniel Hill from House Call Personal Training puts us through the workout.
"Let it go" and join Daisy for a sneak peek at Disney's "Frozen" before it takes the stage at Lincoln Park Performing Arts Center.
What started in the kitchen is turning into a business for one young Pittsburgh entrepreneur. Meet the baker behind Conner's Cookies and learn how his passion for baking is helping him chase a big dream, one cookie at a time.
Two tiny kittens are getting a second chance after being found abandoned behind an apartment building in McKeesport.
Ron joins David for The Chat to talk about Taylor Swift's new music and answer your Friday Free For All questions!
The Pittsburgh Housing Authority board is set to name a woman who is under investigation by an ethics committee in Oregon as the new executive director.
Treatment for PANDAS isn't covered by insurance, so now a South Hills family is pushing for change.
A warrant unsealed on Monday alleges widespread awards of no-bid contracts to reward supporters of Ed Gainey while he was the mayor of Pittsburgh.
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.
Fall allergens are unavoidable, but after a particularly rainy summer in Pittsburgh, they're expected to be even worse this year.
Treatment for PANDAS isn't covered by insurance, so now a South Hills family is pushing for change.
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.
A list of Ohio high school football scores for September 25, 2026.
Spencer Torkelson finished a single short of the cycle, Jackson Jobe pitched 5 1/3 innings and the Detroit Tigers beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 8-7 after nearly wasting a six-run lead.
.A list of Pennsylvania high school football scores for September 25, 2026.
Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Joey Porter Jr. is eager to play this season, though he doesn't know when that will happen.
Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. at the Washington High School Stadium.
Rural King is a family-owned retailer and a one-stop shop for everything from farm supplies, clothing, tools, lawn and garden equipment, pet supplies and more.
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.
The park's ever-popular HallowBoo event returns just in time for spooky season.
Challenging documentaries and award-winning features are among the offerings of New York City's leading cinema event, starring such luminaries as Pedro Pascal, Adam Driver, Scarlett Johansson, Julianne Moore and Godzilla.
Taylor Swift announced her new single "Patient Zero" earlier this week, saying she has been "impatiently waiting" to announce that it will be out on Friday.
The show was called off last week due to muddy field conditions at 1846 Farms near Latrobe.
Duff's first tour in nearly two decades has been expanded, and she will stop at PPG Paints Arena on Oct. 16, 2027.
Watch as teams from Penn Trafford, Homer Center, and North Allegheny high schools compete on this edition of KD Quiz!
Watch as teams from Penn Trafford, Homer Center, and North Allegheny high schools compete on this edition of KD Quiz!
Watch as teams from Penn Trafford, Homer Center, and North Allegheny high schools compete on this edition of KD Quiz!
Watch as teams from Penn Trafford, Homer Center, and North Allegheny high schools compete on this edition of KD Quiz!
Stay on top of local weather with meteorologist Mary Ours’s forecast!
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.
