Learning ways to listen with compassion
Kristen Walker, from the Counseling and Wellness Center of Pittsburgh, was here with some tips to help us become better and more compassionate listeners.
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Kristen Walker, from the Counseling and Wellness Center of Pittsburgh, was here with some tips to help us become better and more compassionate listeners.
It's natural for kids to feel nervous as they head back to school and one doctor tells us how parents can ease those nerves.
Back to school isn't just a stressful time for parents, it's also a stressful time for kids. Heather and David are joined by Dr. Deborah Gilboa to discuss the types of chats parents should be having with their kids.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex's Archewell Foundation is launching a new initiative, the Parents' Network, to support parents whose children have been victimized by harmful online content, from social media bullying to suicide ideation.
Do the anxious thoughts right before bed ever pay off? Dr. Katie Stewart joined us to talk more about how to tell our minds to stop the roller coaster and just enjoy the ride.
About 8.3 million youth ages 12 to 17 got counseling, medication or other mental health treatment in 2023, according to a new survey, which also looked at rates of vaping, drinking and marijuana use.
If your child has been diagnosed with ADHD, a sleep specialist may be the next step. Some research suggests a link between the behavioral disorder and sleep apnea. Dr. Gary Swanson, a psychiatrist with AHN, joined us to give some helpful advice to parents.
When something like the Crowdstrike outage happens, it's easy to form some distrust in technology. Dr. Jessica Ghilani, from the university of Pittsburgh at Greensburg, shared some ways to have a more balanced relationship with the tech around us.
Millions of Americans absorbed a dizzying political news cycle this past weekend, a series of extraordinary headlines for an already divided electorate.
Our marriage expert, Jenifer Smith, joined us to share her top five pieces of advice for couples.
We invited psychologist Dr. Katie Stewart to join us to help answer some of our questions about the lesser-known phobia of being afraid of happiness.
OASIS founder Shawn Robinson, and former Pitt football head coach Walt Harris, joined us to talk about the inaugural Orange Arrow Symposium in Sports that kicks off on July 9 at Pitt.
The hots of the Unqualified Therapists podcast, Amy Baumgardner and Sarah Simone, joined us to talk with us about "sadfishing" and what their thoughts are on the topic.
From the courtroom to the drawing board, a local lawyer is fighting back against burnout using the power of art to create healthier workplaces.
The "Just Heal, Bro Tour" is a global movement focusing on black male mental health. Pittsburgh native, actor, activist and educator, Lamman Rucker, is a part of this weekend's events and stopped by to tell us more.
It's National Forgiveness Week and we spoke with Dr. Katie Stewart about some insight into why this can be easier said than done.
When it comes to summer skin care, you may need to adjust your routine to accommodate the warm weather. Amber Haskins, of Flora Spa and Aesthetic Bar, was here with some hacks to help your skin glow this summer season.
Marlene Boas shared some ideas on how to maximize summertime family fun without maxing out your calendar, or even your wallet.
We were once again joined by the folks from IGIA Movement for Health. They stuck around to help us tap into some wellness on the show!
One local program is working to address the holistic health needs of older yinzers. Harriss Ferris, the founder of IGIA Movement for Health, joined us to tell us more about the work they're doing.
It picked up in popularity during the pandemic, but now, "cow-hugging" has become a unique and fun way for people to destress.
Stephanie Wijkstrom, the founder of the Counseling and Wellness Center of Pittsburgh, joined us to share more about these simple exercises to find peace and relaxation.
How much do you owe someone who has helped you climb the career ladder? Are you indebted to them forever? Dr. Katie Stewart, a local psychologist, joined us to discuss this.
The family of Grayson Murray said their son was loved and he is resting peacefully now.
Friends, players, coaches, and fans laced up their sneakers to walk in support of bettering the mental wellness of our community.
The National Weather Service said severe storms could hit between 12 p.m. and 8 p.m. on Tuesday.
Jazz Chisholm Jr. homered in consecutive at-bats against All-Star Braxton Ashcraft and drove in five runs, powering the Yankees to an 8-5 victory over the Pirates on Monday night.
Developers want to fill the former Vincentian Marion Manor facility in Banksville with new townhomes.
Chelsea Miller, a beloved teacher in Warren County, Ohio, died unexpectedly, Lebanon City Schools said on Facebook.
Two EF0 tornadoes touched down on Saturday in Derry Township, Westmoreland County, according to the National Weather Service.
PennDOT District 11 Executive Jason Zang said that the Parkway could reopen sometime next week.
Chelsea Miller, a beloved teacher in Warren County, Ohio, died unexpectedly, Lebanon City Schools said on Facebook.
A man is charged after authorities said he crashed his vehicle into the motorcycle of his ex-wife's boyfriend, killing him, in Westmoreland County.
The National Weather Service said severe storms could hit between 12 p.m. and 8 p.m. on Tuesday.
Jazz Chisholm Jr. homered in consecutive at-bats against All-Star Braxton Ashcraft and drove in five runs, powering the Yankees to an 8-5 victory over the Pirates on Monday night.
Pittsburgh Fire Chief Darryl Jones, who has been on paid administrative leave, will retire after a review of his bureau.
Lawmakers are one step closer to making daylight saving time permanent after the House passed a bill with overwhelming support.
The measure also allows states to opt out if they take action before the federal law is enacted.
Sen. Mitch McConnell released a statement on his health on Sunday along with a photo of himself and his wife, Elaine Chao, after questions swirled about his condition.
President Trump paid tribute to the late senator Lindsey Graham, a Republican from South Carolina, who had just returned from a trip to Ukraine.
A Westmoreland County family said having a secret room is not as cool as it sounds, after finding a large void under their garage built by Ryan Homes
Last year, Americans received nearly 30 billion scam robocalls and text messages.
The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission approved a 3.5% toll increase that goes into effect on January 3, 2027.
After about three dozen Allegheny County home deeds were fraudulently put into an LLC's name, experts are sharing tips for protecting yourself.
Giant Eagle has remained the dominant grocer in southwestern Pennsylvania for more than 40 years, and one of those reasons was the exit of Kroger.
These days, we’re all scrolling social media, sharing photos, celebrating milestones, and posting without thinking twice. But if you’re involved in a legal case, that innocent post could become evidence.
Recipe for Hope is where Pittsburgh celebrities team up with top local chefs to cook for a cause. The woman who started it all — and who’s been guiding us through morning traffic for decades — Bonny Diver is here to talk about the event's 20-plus years!
We’ve heard and probably said the saying, "kids these days,” but we’re flipping the script and talking about "adults these days.”
Dr. Mike Hutchinson talks about the questions pet owners are sometimes too nervous to ask.
Mikey Hood joins David Highfield to talk about their weekends, plus we're in for another round of Squirrel Patrol!
Developers want to fill the former Vincentian Marion Manor facility in Banksville with new townhomes.
A Westmoreland County family said having a secret room is not as cool as it sounds, after finding a large void under their garage built by Ryan Homes
Allegheny County is facing a major financial crisis.
It costs a lot of money to keep houses of worship safe.
Over the past several years, neighbors in one Pittsburgh-area community say they've found dozens of dead birds at the base of a single telephone pole.
Western Pennsylvania remains one of the most heavily impacted regions across the country for tick-borne illnesses.
Taylor Farms said none of its branded salads or kits contain the iceberg lettuce associated with the outbreak.
Pennsylvania is under a statewide Code Purple air quality alert on Friday because of smoke from the wildfires in Canada and Minnesota. But what does that mean?
A lettuce supplier to fast-food giant Taco Bell has been linked to a nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak that has sickened thousands of people, the CDC said.
Wildfire smoke is causing hazardous air quality in the Pittsburgh area, prompting a warning from health officials.
Jazz Chisholm Jr. homered in consecutive at-bats against All-Star Braxton Ashcraft and drove in five runs, powering the Yankees to an 8-5 victory over the Pirates on Monday night.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Water surrounds the left side of the challenging 5th hole at Greensburg Country Club.
Mark Kulbis is also facing misdemeanor counts of involuntary manslaughter and reckless endangerment in the death of Calvin "CJ" Dickey Jr.
Paul Skenes allowed one run and struck out eight in seven innings and the Pittsburgh Pirates defeated the Cleveland Guardians 7-1.
The Colorado-based Voyager Technologies has officially acquired Astrobotic, the aerospace company located on Pittsburgh's North Side.
Giant Eagle has remained the dominant grocer in southwestern Pennsylvania for more than 40 years, and one of those reasons was the exit of Kroger.
A major healthcare merger is now official.
The Kroger Company announced the acquisition of Giant Eagle on Wednesday morning.
Schewbel's is closing after 120 years, meaning Giant Eagle will have to find a new bakery to make its branded bread.
The ruling comes after a coalition of 12 states sued to block the deal, arguing it would harm consumers and the entertainment industry.
New Zealand actor Sam Neill, known for "Jurassic Park" and "The Piano," died Monday at 78, his family says.
The new movie "Young Washington" opened over the Fourth of July weekend, earning more than $20 million at the box office and becoming the nation's top live-action film.
The nominations for the 78th annual Primetime Emmy Awards were announced Wednesday morning in Los Angeles, with the final season of HBO Max's "Hacks" setting a new record for the most nominations in a single year for a comedy series.
It's shaping up to be a busy holiday weekend across western Pennsylvania, which includes the Westmoreland Arts and Heritage Festival.
Get the latest weather forecast from KDKA-TV First Alert Meteorologist Ron Smiley!
The Pentagon has identified two U.S. Army soldiers killed in an Iranian strike on a military base in Jordan over the weekend. The Pentagon said Monday that 19-year-old Pvt. Isabella Gonzales of Carrollton, Texas, was killed in action on Friday during an attack on Muwaffaq Salti Air Base in Jordan, and that 1st Lt. Tyler James Feehan, 25, of Ewa Beach, Hawaii, was killed in action on Saturday.
A tractor-trailer caught on fire on Monday in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast.
Le'Veon Bell, a former NFL All-Pro running back, was arrested in Ohio.
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.
