Port Authority Officers Help Save Man Suffering Heart Attack After Steelers Game
The Port Authority police are applauding two officers who they say helped save a man having a heart attack after the Steelers game.
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On A Positive Note: Man Who Suffered Massive Heart Attack Meets First Responders Who Saved His Life
For people who have experienced a medical emergency, it's not very often they have the chance to meet the men and women who tried to save their life, or better yet, say thank you.
One Person Taken To Hospital After Fire On Gibson Street
A man collapsed from a heart attack after escaping a house fire early on Thursday morning.
Ohio State Rep. Don Manning Dies From Heart Attack At Age 54
The representative from the Youngstown area died on Friday from an apparent heart attack. He was 54.
City Leaders Add New Automatic External Defibrillators To Police Vehicles
When the call of a heart attack comes into Pittsburgh's 9-1-1 center Pittsburgh EMS and Fire units respond.
Drinking Two Or More Diet Beverages A Day Linked To High Risk Of Stroke, Heart Attacks
Drinking two or more of any kind of artificially sweetened drinks a day is linked to an increased risk of clot-based strokes, heart attacks and early death in women over 50, according to a new study by the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association.
CDC: Cancer Projected To Be Top Cause Of Death Within 2 Years
The CDC projects cancer will overtake heart attacks as the number one killer within two years.
Study: Heart Attack Risk Increases When Temperature Drops Below Freezing
Is there such thing as heart attack season? To look at this with more detail, researchers did a study in Sweden, where medical records are kept systematically.
Greensburg Bishop Suffers Mild Heart Attack, Will Undergo Procedure
The bishop of the Greensburg Catholic Diocese is set to undergo a procedure following a mild heart attack last weekend.
Mike Ditka Suffers Heart Attack
Hall-of-Fame NFL coach and Aliquippa, Pa., native Mike Ditka suffered a heart attack on Friday and is still in a hospital in Naples, Florida.
New Type Of Blood Test Could Help Determine Heart Attacks Sooner
A new type of blood test in the emergency room could determine if a patient has had a heart attack sooner.
Crew Member Dies After 2-Story Fall On Set Of Mr. Rogers Movie
A crew member working on the new Mr. Rogers movie has died after possibly suffering a heart attack and falling two stories in Mount Lebanon.
Crew Member in "Grave" Condition after 2-Story Fall On Set Of Mr. Rogers Movie
Police, medics and firefighters are on the scene at the filming of the Mr. Rodgers movie after a male crew member fell from a roof after possibly having a heart attack, according to the Mount Lebanon Police on Thursday night.
Study: Aspirin Does Not Help Avoid First Heart Attack Or Stroke
New studies find most people won't benefit from taking daily low-dose aspirin or fish oil supplements to prevent a first heart attack or stroke.
Researchers Create Heart Attack Prediction Tool
Medical researchers affiliated with Dallas-based UT Southwestern Medical Center have unveiled a web page designed to "calculate" a person's risk level for heart attack or stroke.
President Trump: Economic Adviser Larry Kudlow Suffers Heart Attack
President Donald Trump says his top economic adviser, Larry Kudlow, has suffered a heart attack.
Ex-Homeland Security Secretary Ridge: 'Great To Be Alive'
Former U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Tom Ridge says "it's great to be alive" this Thanksgiving.
Family Already Facing Immense Hardships Suffers Devastating Loss
A new mom, already overwhelmed by the birth of her daughter, has been faced with series of challenging setbacks.
Heart Attack Patient Seeks Good Samaritan Who Likely Saved His Life
A man suffered a heart attack while on the interstate and barely got off the road in time. No one pulled over to help until a guardian angel came to his rescue.
Task Force: Low-Dose Daily Drug Can Reduce Risk Of First Heart Attack, Stroke
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force advises all middle-aged people with even one risk factor for heart disease take a cholesterol-lowering drug called a statin to prevent having a heart attack or stroke in the first place.
Beware Extremes: Exercise, Anger May Trigger Heart Attack
If you're angry or upset, you might want to simmer down before heading out for an intense run or gym workout.
Get Marty: Heart Attack Survivor Asks For Help Finding His "Guardian Angel"
"Help me find a hero!" That was the simple request from Joey Talmonti.
Study: Men With Parent In Jail During Childhood More Likely To Suffer Heart Attack
Men who had a parent in jail when they were growing up are more likely to have a heart attack later in life, according to a new study.
Bethel Park Police Officers' Act Of Kindness Goes Viral On Social Media
An act of kindness by a few police officers after a man suffered a heart attack while shoveling snow in Bethel Park is getting lots of attention on social media.
Some Younger Women Being Blindsided By Silent Killer - Heart Disease
Younger women - some as young as their 20's – are being blindsided by a silent killer.
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Pittsburgh Weather: Monday scattered rain chances
We need some rain in some parts of Western Pennsylvania and it doesn't look like we are going to get much relief over the next week.
'This is our reality and this is where we are'; School security in the forefront of discussion as kids head back to school
There are so many things that go into getting kids ready to go back to school, but this year, there is an undercurrent of security questions like never before.
Pittsburgh Police investigating series of weekend shootings
Pittsburgh Police are actively investigating a series of shootings that took place throughout several city neighborhoods over the weekend.
No injuries reported in chaotic Homewood crash
A car and an SUV were involved in a chaotic crash overnight in Pittsburgh's Homewood neighborhood.
August Wilson House grand opening draws family, community members, and supporters
The doors to the renovated building opened on Saturday.
Injured hiker rescued from trail at Cedar Creek Park
An injured hiker was rescued from a trail at Cedar Creek Park in Westmoreland County over the weekend.
Man in critical condition following shooting in North Braddock
A 29-year-old is now in critical condition following the incident.
Estrada hits 2-run HR in 9th, Giants edge Pirates 8-7
The Pirates get swept by the Giants after blowing the lead in the bottom of the 9th.
Police investigating shooting in Homewood
No injuries were reported.
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Pittsburgh Weather: Monday scattered rain chances
We need some rain in some parts of Western Pennsylvania and it doesn't look like we are going to get much relief over the next week.
'This is our reality and this is where we are'; School security in the forefront of discussion as kids head back to school
There are so many things that go into getting kids ready to go back to school, but this year, there is an undercurrent of security questions like never before.
Pittsburgh Police investigating series of weekend shootings
Pittsburgh Police are actively investigating a series of shootings that took place throughout several city neighborhoods over the weekend.
No injuries reported in chaotic Homewood crash
A car and an SUV were involved in a chaotic crash overnight in Pittsburgh's Homewood neighborhood.
August Wilson House grand opening draws family, community members, and supporters
The doors to the renovated building opened on Saturday.
Politics
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John Fetterman says he's 'grateful' as he returns to campaign trail
It was his first campaign appearance rally since suffering a stroke prior to the primary.
Judge vows to move quickly on dispute over mail-in votes
The Commonwealth Court judge said she will rule as quickly as possible.
Mar-a-Lago search warrant released, reveals FBI seized top-secret classified documents
The Justice Department is investigating the former president for potential Espionage Act violations.
Trump lawyers agree to public release of Mar-a-Lago search warrant
The Justice Department asked a federal court to unseal the warrant, citing public interest in the case, and Trump said he encouraged its release.
DOJ moves to unseal search warrant used to seize docs from Trump's home
Attorney General Merrick Garland revealed he "personally approved" the extraordinary decision to seek the warrant.
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Going back to school on a budget
We're talking with the thrifty Brittany Newcomb who has some great tips for parents on how to back to school shop on a budget!
PNC Bank to eliminate non-sufficient fund fees
The move is a follow-up to the launch of PNC's "Low-Cash Mode" alerts.
Lyons Magnus expands recall of nutritional drinks
Lyons is expanding a recall of several protein and nutritional drinks.
Lyons expands recall nutritional drinks
Lyons is expanding a recall of several protein and nutritional drinks.
Electric generation costs in Pennsylvania increasing again Sept. 1
Pennsylvania regulators are warning that the cost of electric generation will increase again for some customers next month.
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That's A Wrap: Aug. 12, 2022
That's a wrap for this week on PTL!
Something Good: Back to school pics (8/12)
We want to see your back to school photos!
PTL Pupdate: Canine Companions graduation day
It's graduation day for the newest crop of Canine Companions' service dogs!
Avoiding back pain from backpacks
We're talking with Dr. Jocelyn Idema, a spine and orthopedic surgeon, about how to help your kids avoid back pain from those overstuffed backpacks.
Going back to school on a budget
We're talking with the thrifty Brittany Newcomb who has some great tips for parents on how to back to school shop on a budget!
KDKA Investigations
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In 10 months as Washington County DA, Jason Walsh seeks death penalty against 8
Seeking the death penalty will come at considerable costs to Washington County's taxpayers.
City says affordable housing is one way to help people experiencing homelessness
What is being done to help people experiencing homelessness in the city of Pittsburgh?
KDKA Investigates: Helping people experiencing homelessness in Pittsburgh
Homelessness is on the rise in our region, up 21 percent in Allegheny County from last year.
Developers say cracker plant in Beaver County will be economic boost needed for region
Shell's cracker plant in Beaver County is finally set to open later this summer.
Environmentalists watch water quality with cracker plant set to open in Beaver County
Shell's cracker plant in Beaver County is finally set to open later this summer.
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Case of monkeypox detected at camp in Beaver County
The YMCA of Pittsburgh said the infected person is now quarantining.
Polio detected in NYC's sewage, suggesting virus circulating
Last month, the New York Health Department reported the nation's first case of polio in almost a decade, in Rockland County, north of New York City.
Johnson & Johnson to discontinue all talc-based baby powder by 2023
The decision is part of the transition to all cornstarch-based powder.
CDC updates its COVID-19 guidelines in sweeping overhaul
The agency says the new revisions acknowledge "the pandemic is not over" but should not disrupt daily life as much as it used to.
'It's sort of the anti-diet:' Taking back control of your health through intuitive eating
We're all programmed to listen to peer pressure and social pressure when it comes to food and weight but how can that change?
Sports
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Estrada hits 2-run HR in 9th, Giants edge Pirates 8-7
The Pirates get swept by the Giants after blowing the lead in the bottom of the 9th.
Pirates slump continues after 2-0 loss to Giants
It's the Pirates' fifth loss in six games.
Steelers and Seahawks set for preseason matchup at Acrisure Stadium
There will be plenty for fans tonight on the North Shore.
Pirates open series against Giants with 5-3 loss
It was the Pirates sixth loss in eight games.
Browns' Deshaun Watson apologizes 'to all the women I have impacted'
Deshaun Watson was accused of sexually harassing or assaulting the women during the therapy sessions in 2020 and 2021.
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CEO of Brighton Rehab, 4 others indicted on health care fraud charges
Federal investigators have indicted five people, including the CEO of Brighton Rehab and Wellness Center in Beaver County, of health care fraud.
Unpaid unemployment: the frustrations surrounding delays in receiving payments
Several times per week here at KDKA, we hear from unemployed people whose frustrations have boiled over while trying to get some help from the state -- so John Shumway went asking for answers.
Animal shelters overwhelmed as more and more people surrender their pets
Animal shelters in some areas of the country are seeing more pets returned to their care.
Recall expands for baked goods possibly contaminated with plastic pieces
Enjoy Life Natural Brands is expanding its voluntary recall of baked goods over the potential presence of hard pieces of plastic.
Kraft Heinz reaches deal to continue presence at Acrisure Stadium
The iconic Heinz Ketchup bottles may no longer be on the end zone scoreboard, but they are not leaving Acrisure Stadium.
Entertainment
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Yo-Yo Ma to join Pittsburgh Symphony for one-night performance in February
The legendary cellist will be in Pittsburgh for one night only.
Organizers announce plans for Little Italy Days in Bloomfield
The 20th annual Pittsburgh Little Italy Days returns to Bloomfield on Aug. 18-21.
Motown legend Lamont Dozier dead at 81
Over a four-year period, 1963-67, Lamont Dozier and brothers Brian and Eddie Holland crafted more than 25 top 10 songs.
Ethan Coen to film new movie in the Pittsburgh area
You can be featured in the upcoming film.
Olivia Newton-John, beloved singer and actress, dies at 73
Her husband John Easterling announced her passing on her Facebook page.
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Security in schools (Pt. 2)
KDKA's John Shumway discusses what's in the forefront of many minds as kids head back to school.
KDKA-TV Morning Forecast (8/15)
Get the latest weather updates from meteorologist Ron Smiley!
Security in schools (Pt. 1)
KDKA's John Shumway discusses what's in the forefront of many minds as kids head back to school.
No one injured in chaotic Homewood crash
The crash occurred at the intersection of North Murtland and Kelly Street.
Pittsburgh Police investigating series of weekend shootings
Three shootings took place throughout the city, KDKA's Briana Smith reports.
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Guess Who? Go back to school with the KDKA Team
We've collected the class pictures of our KDKA team. Can you guess who's who from these photos?
Goodbye Heinz Field: Ketchup bottles and signage removed to make way for Acrisure Stadium
On Monday, July 18, 2022, crews were hard at work at the former Heinz Field. They were taking down signage to make way for Acrisure Stadium. After removing the endzone ketchup bottles on Monday and Tuesday, the iconic Heinz Field sign on the front of the stadium was taken down.
Artist renderings offer early look of new UPMC Presbyterian Hospital
The new UPMC Presbyterian Hospital will stand 17-stories high and have 636 private patient rooms, officials said.
17 train cars derail in Harmar Township, injuring 3
More than a dozen tanker cars derailed in Harmar Township, sending three people to the hospital on Thursday.
Pittsburgh Marathon returns, thousands of runners participate
Pittsburgh Marathon weekend 2022 brought hundreds of thousands of people into the city. Despite a rainy day, runners made their way through 14 city neighborhoods.
