72nd Annual KDKA Free Care Fund Telethon raises more than $1.9 million
The 72nd Annual KDKA Free Care Fund Telethon raised nearly $2 million.
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The 72nd Annual KDKA Free Care Fund Telethon raised nearly $2 million.
Since 1954, KDKA-TV has partnered with UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh to help support the hospital's Free Care Fund.
At just 23 weeks, Betsy Shields was admitted to UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital and told she'd be hospitalized for the remainder of her pregnancy.
Every year since 1954, KDKA-TV has helped raise money for the Free Care Fund with our annual holiday telethon.
A mother from Ellwood City said UPMC Children's Hospital "gave my kids lives."
Maeve Krieger was just seven months old when her parents noticed her appetite was off, and she wasn't meeting normal growth milestones.
Now cancer-free, 11-year-old Porter Harmon is living life to the fullest.
The 71st Annual KDKA Free Care Fund Telethon raised nearly $2 million.
Miller Shevitz of Beaver Falls is at his happiest when he's showing off his toys.
Eleven-year-old Jayden Randall of Carrick is one of the children who is alive and thriving today thanks to UPMC Children's Hospital.
Just a few weeks ago, Christine Dankwardt worried walking down the hall would never be possible for her 15-year-old daughter Marissa.
Three-year-old Makenna McDonough of Kittanning is alive today thanks to UPMC Children's Hospital.
A three-year-old boy is cured today thanks to the special care he received at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh.
Logan, 11, is thriving thanks to the treatment and care he is getting at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh.
Zoey looks and acts like a typical girl, but she's more than that. She's also a cancer survivor.
At age 4, a pediatrician sent Jordy Greene to UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh because he was going down on the growth chart. Further testing revealed he had a rare genetic disease.
We introduced you to Elizabeth Loughren in December, as one of the junior co-hosts for last year's KDKA Free Care Fund Telethon for UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh.
Pittsburgh Today Live is throwing a party for its 20th anniversary and we want you to be a part of it.
The 70th Annual KDKA-TV Free Care Fund Telethon raised nearly $2 million.
To mark the 70th Annual KDKA Free Care Fund Telethon, we had so many KDKA alumni return to help the children and their families at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh. Here's a look!
KDKA's Ken Rice and Lynne Hayes-Freeland are joined by UPMC Children's Hospital Foundation President Rachel Petrucelli to reveal our grand total for the night. Thanks to everyone who donated!
Thank you to the Neighborhood Ford Store for matching KDKA Free Care Fund donations during Pittsburgh Today Live.
Isabella and big sis Betty June are accomplished bakers and fighters.
All week, we've been introducing you to children who are alive today thanks to the care they received at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh. KDKA-TV's Kym Gable met two of those kids, sisters Belle and Betty June, whose story began halfway around the world.
A young man is alive today thanks to the special care he received at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh.
Jones, 24, missed the final portion of the 2026 season for the Steelers after suffering a neck injury.
The paper's new owners said it will be retaining its current leadership.
Cleveland Browns owner Jimmy Haslam and his family have marked a milestone with the groundbreaking of a new domed stadium, set to open in 2029.
The Bishop Canevin High School baseball team is rallying around assistant coach Tim Jones.
Pennsylvania prisons now give suboxone to thousands of inmates, with thousands more on the waiting list.
Jones, 24, missed the final portion of the 2026 season for the Steelers after suffering a neck injury.
The paper's new owners said it will be retaining its current leadership.
Cleveland Browns owner Jimmy Haslam and his family have marked a milestone with the groundbreaking of a new domed stadium, set to open in 2029.
The Bishop Canevin High School baseball team is rallying around assistant coach Tim Jones.
Pennsylvania prisons now give suboxone to thousands of inmates, with thousands more on the waiting list.
The Pennsylvania House passed two bills about digital identification earlier this week.
As nurses from UPMC Magee Womens Hospital continue to negotiate their first union contract, two of them visited D.C. to fight for their patients.
King Charles attended a state dinner at the White House, after speaking about what he called the "truly unique" relationship between the U.K. and the U.S. in an address to Congress.
Ohio's Republican primary for governor is a few weeks away, but there are few signs that the top candidate sees it as a competitive race.
The suspect was identified to CBS News by law enforcement sources as 31-year-old Cole Allen of Torrance, California.
As the war in Iran continues, the impact is hitting Americans' wallets, especially at the gas pump.
Some Trader Joe's shoppers will get a payout after a lawsuit alleged that the retailer's customer receipts put shoppers at risk of ID theft.
The rising price of tomatoes is impacting some restaurants around Pittsburgh.
Music lovers tired of paying hundreds of dollars to see big-name acts may be getting some relief.
Pennsylvania Attorney General Dave Sunday is warning sports fans to watch for scams as they buy tickets and merchandise tied to the NBA and NHL playoffs.
Pittsburgh Magazine's Sean Collier is back like he is every Thursday to give us his rundown of the best events in the 'Burgh!
Team PTL's Boaz Frankel is getting dirty with this assignment, but it's all in an effort to clean up Pittsburgh's parks!
It started with just one location, and one idea, now 70 years later, Pittsburgh's own 84 Lumber has become a household name!
This year, you can skip the shopping cart and find something one-of-a-kind at the I Made It Market! Carrie Nardini joins us to show some of the unique gifts you can get for mom.
Team PTL's Daisy Jade is meeting the cast of Pittsburgh Musical Theater's production of Dear Evan Hansen, and she even got a sneak peek at the upcoming performances!
After suffering roof damage from this year's brutal winter, a Pittsburgh family says their insurance company has left them with even bigger problems.
The Downtown Neighbors Alliance's board voted Thursday to dissolve the organization.
The federal government will begin the long-awaited cleanup of a nuclear waste dump outside Apollo in Armstrong County.
Short-term rental owners in Washington County could soon face new scrutiny.
Allegheny County Common Pleas Judge Edward Borkowski refused to drop an attempted homicide charge against Jasper Hilliard.
Across the country, there's a rise in cases of a seasonal illness that's causing medical professionals to speak out.
As nurses from UPMC Magee Womens Hospital continue to negotiate their first union contract, two of them visited D.C. to fight for their patients.
A growing number of parents across the U.S. are declining routine preventive care for their newborns. Doctors say the trend is raising concerns.
Shaler Township has installed new AEDs in 10 of its parks.
Health care workers are preparing to care for anyone who will need treatment.
Jones, 24, missed the final portion of the 2026 season for the Steelers after suffering a neck injury.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Cleveland Browns owner Jimmy Haslam and his family have marked a milestone with the groundbreaking of a new domed stadium, set to open in 2029.
The Bishop Canevin High School baseball team is rallying around assistant coach Tim Jones.
JJ Wetherholt led off with a home run against Pirates ace Paul Skenes, and the St. Louis beat Pittsburgh 10-5 to complete a four-game sweep.
The Atlanta-based railroad said Friday that it earned $547 million, or $2.43 per share, down from $750 million, or $3.31 per share, a year ago.
Some Trader Joe's shoppers will get a payout after a lawsuit alleged that the retailer's customer receipts put shoppers at risk of ID theft.
North Side business owners were left frustrated after unauthorized NFL draft no-parking signs appeared on Western Avenue.
Music lovers tired of paying hundreds of dollars to see big-name acts may be getting some relief.
The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette will stay open after it was sold to a nonprofit.
The newly announced tour will be at PPG Paints Arena for two nights in September.
Musgraves will perform at PPG Paints Arena on Tuesday, September 8.
Jake was at the funeral for one of his closest friends when he learned of his parents' deaths, he said.
Gaffigan announced a continuation of his "Everything Is Wonderful!" Tour and he'll stop in Pittsburgh in November.
Western Pennsylvania natives Bret Michaels and KELS talked about their upcoming free performances at the NFL draft.
The paper's leadership will oversee a staff that is considerably smaller than its current size.
KDKA-TV's Rich Walsh and 93.7 The Fan's Chris Mueller discuss the sports topics of the day.
KDKA's Ricky Sayer got the chance to tag along with Pittsburgh EMS during the 2026 NFL draft.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast.
The coach of the Bishop Canevin baseball team is looking for a living donor. He is in stage 5 renal failure.
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.
