The importance of heart health for children, too
We're chatting with Dr. Brenda Mendizabal, of the American Heart Association of Greater Pittsburgh, about heart healthy habits for children ahead of this weekend's annual Heart Walk at Hartwood Acres.
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We're chatting with Dr. Brenda Mendizabal, of the American Heart Association of Greater Pittsburgh, about heart healthy habits for children ahead of this weekend's annual Heart Walk at Hartwood Acres.
A team of Harvard researchers analyzed data for more than 66,000 nurses, ages 36 to 56, who were surveyed about their own health for 20 years.
Erythritol, a sugar substitute commonly used in reduced-sugar products, may increase risk for negative cardiovascular events such as heart attack and stroke, according to new research.
Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death and disability in the United States — and new projections show it may become even more common in the next 30 years, according to the American Heart Association.
If you're a healthy adult, you may want to avoid fish oil supplements as they could increase the risk of heart disease.
Whether smoked, eaten or vaporized, cannabis use is associated with increased risk of heart disease, heart attack and stroke, according to new research published in the American Heart Association's peer-reviewed journal.
Many people wear red today to raise awareness about heart disease in women and it's something that's preventable.
There have been drugs in the past meant for high blood pressure that turned out to help with ADHD and an Alzheimer's drug that helps with OCD. Now comes confirmation a weight loss drug can lower the risk of cardiac events.
It was a morning of exercise and education in Downtown Pittsburgh.
Both men and women can create even more problems for themselves if they are not regularly seeing a doctor.
Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin says his doctors have concluded a hit to the chest caused his heart to stop after a tackle in January.
The office of Pennsylvania Sen. John Fetterman says he's expected to return to the chamber soon.
Cambridge University researchers found "substantial benefits to heart health and reducing your risk of cancer" with just a short dose of daily moderate exercise.
The Bantam Jeep was designed in Butler and credited with helping the Allies win World War II, often called "the vehicle that won the war."
So far, the vendors say they've been happy with the Three Rivers Arts Festival's new home at Arts Landing.
Pittsburgh officials say there's a time capsule inside the City-County Building and they want to open it. But there is a big roadblock in that plan: they don't know where it is.
West Virginia beat the Trojans 7-5 in a meeting of teams making their first appearances in the College World Series.
A contractor suffered "life-threatening injuries" after he fell about 40 feet while working at a Robert Morris University dorm, emergency officials said.
Police took Jerry Rempuszewski into custody this week after he left 2 children in a hot car while he got a massage.
After heat, humidity, rain, and storms, Pittsburgh will get a little bit cooler and a little bit nicer on Friday.
The Bantam Jeep was designed in Butler and credited with helping the Allies win World War II, often called "the vehicle that won the war."
So far, the vendors say they've been happy with the Three Rivers Arts Festival's new home at Arts Landing.
Pittsburgh officials say there's a time capsule inside the City-County Building and they want to open it. But there is a big roadblock in that plan: they don't know where it is.
Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnic talked about U.S. Steel and "golden share."
A Pennsylvania state lawmaker is proposing giving taxpayers $250 to celebrate America's birthday.
Two men wounded in a shooting during then-presidential candidate Donald Trump's 2024 rally at the Butler Farm Show grounds are suing the United States.
A fractured majority of Republican justices sided with a sweeping challenge brought by local and county officials against Oak Run Solar.
The move by Republican Gov. Mike DeWine comes as tax breaks for energy-hungry AI data centers are increasingly playing a role in state budgets.
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.
A James Beard Award-nominated bar is coming back to Pittsburgh.
What if what's sitting in your jewelry drawer is worth more than you think?
The price of electricity in Pennsylvania is going up next month.
Frank Nicotero got his start telling jokes right here in Pittsburgh before he went onto Hollywood to become a familiar face of TV, but now, he's back in his hometown!
Some of the most memorable getaways are the ones hiding in plain sight - places close enough for a spontaneous weekend, but packed with enough fun to feel like a true escape.We're taking a trip to Ohio with Mike Case of the Grand Resort is our tour guide!
Some of the most memorable getaways are the ones hiding in plain sight - places close enough for a spontaneous weekend, but packed with enough fun to feel like a true escape. Trumbull County, located just north of Youngstown, is one of those places!
Get ready to practice your bend and snap! Elle Woods and her dog Bruiser are about to steal the show at the Lincoln Park Performing Arts Center and our Daisy Jade is checking out the show before the curtain comes up! Legally Blonde The Musical is presented by Clearview Federal Credit Union, the Subscription Series Sponsor for Lincoln Park Performing Arts Center.
For generations, a Smiley Cookie at Eat 'n Park has been a birthday surprise, a reward, and most importantly, a tradtion. Chef John and Smiley join us in the PTL Kitchen to put our own spin on the classic cookie.
Many families with children attending schools in the Catholic Diocese of Pittsburgh said they are trying to figure out the logic behind their upcoming tuition bills.
Pittsburgh's fire boat has been on the water for nearly a decade, but it hasn't seen much action.
A lawsuit has been filed over the smell neighbors say is coming from the Sherwin-Williams plant in Rochester.
Naida Reed contacted KDKA Investigates after she said Pittsburgh Water failed to follow through on what crews allegedly promised.
What if what's sitting in your jewelry drawer is worth more than you think?
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.
Doctors say it looks like it will be a bad season for tick-borne diseases.
Temperatures could reach into the 90s this week in Pittsburgh, and that impacts everything, including your sleep.
West Virginia beat the Trojans 7-5 in a meeting of teams making their first appearances in the College World Series.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
West Virginia will make its first appearance in the College World Series on Friday when it meets Troy in Omaha, Nebraska.
WVU is playing in its first-ever College World Series game this afternoon in Omaha, Nebraska.
Dodgers two-way star Shohei Ohtani hit his 13th homer of the season before leaving the game due to left knee inflammation and Los Angeles beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 8-6.
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.
A James Beard Award-nominated bar is coming back to Pittsburgh.
A fractured majority of Republican justices sided with a sweeping challenge brought by local and county officials against Oak Run Solar.
The move by Republican Gov. Mike DeWine comes as tax breaks for energy-hungry AI data centers are increasingly playing a role in state budgets.
The Clarks are a band that Pittsburghers hear and think of home.
The Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra has extended the contract of music director Manfred Honeck through the 2032-2033 season.
The country group Little Big Town will perform at Citizens Live at the Wylie in October.
The second of two shows at Acrisure Stadium, originally scheduled for Saturday night, has been canceled, according to Wallen.
Ahead of a packed weekend here in Pittsburgh, many are taking to the three rivers ahead of a big country show.
The Bantam Jeep was designed in Butler and credited with helping the Allies win World War II, often called "the vehicle that won the war." KDKA's Chris DeRose reports.
So far, the vendors say they've been happy with the festival's new home at Arts Landing.
PennDOT is well aware that the closure will be a mess for drivers, but it is working to minimize the headaches.
The search is on for something that hasn't been seen in 110 years. City officials say there's a time capsule inside the City-County Building and they want to open it. But there is a big roadblock in that plan: they don't know where it is.
A man is in custody after he was accused of leaving a 5-year-old and a 6-month-old inside a hot car while he went to get a massage in Springdale on Tuesday. The temperature inside the car was as high as 100 degrees, police said.
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.
