False claims about hidden Plan B "pill" in pregnancy tests resurface online
The "pill" inside pregnancy tests is not an emergency contraceptive, but a desiccant tablet meant to regulate moisture.
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The "pill" inside pregnancy tests is not an emergency contraceptive, but a desiccant tablet meant to regulate moisture.
Law enforcement officials in Bucks County said a video showing ballots being torn up is fake and is being investigated by the FBI.
FEMA says it made some "operational adjustments" for safety reasons but said later it would resume normal operations after the threat turned out to be less serious than first feared.
Many local officials have taken to social media to push back on harmful misinformation about Hurricane Milton and Hurricane Helene.
Shortly after shots rang out at the Trump rally in Butler County, false and misleading information started spreading like wildfire.
Following a shooter's attempt to kill former President Trump, conspiracy theories, digitally altered images and misinformation spread across social media platforms.
The anti-sunscreen movement is spreading misinformation online, and some younger adults are questioning sun safety.
A CBS News investigation found ChatGPT gave incorrect or incomplete answers to some questions about how to vote in battleground states in the U.S. presidential election.
As the conflict between Israel and Hamas grinds on, social media has become a front line in the battle over public opinion. Teens are getting caught in the middle.
Misinformation targeting a reproductive rights measure on Ohio's fall ballot is appearing in an unusual place: the official website of the Republican-controlled state Senate.
Today will be the final mild weather day this week with cold weather set to return tomorrow.
D&G Pizza owner Ken Levato says the final day of business will be Saturday, December 21.
Pickens sat out Sunday's game against the Browns with a hamstring injury.
In all of the previous 31 years, at least one WPIAL team brought home a PIAA football championship.
It was all caught on camera, and the community the nonprofit supports helped the organization pick up the pieces.
Luigi Mangione, the suspect in the murder of the UnitedHealthcare CEO, was arrested in Altoona, Pennsylvania, on unrelated charges.
Luigi Mangione, the gunman suspected of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, is now charged with murder in New York City.
The person who spotted Luigi Mangione at a McDonald's in Altoona, Pennsylvania, is a "hero," Governor Josh Shapiro said.
Today will be the final mild weather day this week with cold weather set to return tomorrow.
D&G Pizza owner Ken Levato says the final day of business will be Saturday, December 21.
Lawmakers from states where gambling is legal are proposing standards for additional states that are considering allowing internet gambling, including a tax rate of 15% to 25%, and a ban on credit card deposits.
President-elect Donald Trump called on Sunday for an immediate ceasefire in Ukraine, saying that Ukraine and its president "would like to make a deal and stop the madness."
President-elect Donald Trump's election victory has cast doubt on the future of U.S. aid for Ukraine.
Allegheny County Controller Corey O'Connor is officially launching his campaign on Monday.
Robinson Township won't increase its taxes next year.
When it's dark and cold outside, twinkling lights can brighten the sky and your spirits.
KDKA-TV's Shelley Bortz gets a behind-the-scenes look at an Amazon fulfillment center.
It's certainly not hard to miss that the price of coffee has been steadily going up, but why is it happening?
Small businesses in a popular shopping district are frustrated with Duquesne Light.
A Pittsburgh-area auto repair shop is getting ready for the busy winter season amid a stretch of bitterly cold weather.
Over the weekend, Team PTL teamed with the Best of the Batch Foundation for the 2024 Holiday Toy Drive.
2024 has been a page-turner for the Allegheny County Library Association. From innovating programming to exciting milestones, we dove into a new chapter of Books and Beyond on today's show! This segment was sponsored by the Allegheny County Library Association.
Our pets are more than just companions, they're family! We were joined by Dr. Mike Hutchinson of Animal General to get some advice on how to keep our pups happy all winter long.
Did you wonder what Buddy the Elf's spaghetti tasted like? Doug Heilman was here to actually make it for us so we could try it.
Shari stuck around to help Heather and David make their own winter-themed centerpiece!
High-speed police chases can lead to the arrest of suspected criminals. But do the chases pose a risk to the public?
The University of Pittsburgh says it is jumping into the NIL sphere with both feet.
Once considered amateurs, star college football and basketball players are now getting paid millions of dollars.
A Westmoreland County man says he feels bamboozled after a nearly $8,000 bill arrived in the mail.
Budget time at City Hall has Pittsburgh City Council scrutinizing Mayor Ed Gainey's proposed spending.
Pitt Chancellor Joan Gabel said they look forward to the chance to transform women's healthcare.
Inspectors found rodent droppings inside several rooms inside the Pittsburgh Popcorn Company's production facility.
Dr. Natalie Gentile joined us for another Wellness Wednesday conversation surrounding the topic of self-care and how we can implement that into our busy schedules on a daily basis.
Keeping the kids healthy this time of year can be a challenge. Dr. Hayley Hellstern and Dr. Marisa Quattrone talk about their new practice in Fox Chaple, Zest Pediatrics.
Whole Foods Market stores in five states sold recalled carrots and celery sticks that could contain E. coli.
Pickens sat out Sunday's game against the Browns with a hamstring injury.
In all of the previous 31 years, at least one WPIAL team brought home a PIAA football championship.
Here's how much the average ticket costs for Penn State's College Football Playoff game against SMU.
The bowl game will mark Pitt's 38th all-time postseason appearance.
Parker played 11 seasons for the Pirates from 1973 to 1983.
Lawmakers from states where gambling is legal are proposing standards for additional states that are considering allowing internet gambling, including a tax rate of 15% to 25%, and a ban on credit card deposits.
Over 600 students from the Pittsburgh region got experience learning about careers in the medical field at a career fair.
President-elect Donald Trump has delivered a gut punch to Nippon Steel's $15 billion bid to buy U.S. Steel.
PPG has sold its architectural coatings business, which will be renamed The Pittsburgh Paints Company.
The Westmoreland County Chamber of Commerce is launching a feasibility study to see about building a convention center and hotel.
"Mayor of Kingstown" is coming back to Western Pennsylvania, and there's a casting call out for paid extras.
Mindy Kaling and Morris Chestnut announced the nominations for the 82nd annual Golden Globes, with 10 nominees revealed live on CBS News.
The lawsuit alleges the unidentified girl was raped at a Video Music Awards afterparty in 2000.
When it's dark and cold outside, twinkling lights can brighten the sky and your spirits.
Heritage Auctions had estimated the ruby slippers worn by Judy Garland in "The Wizard of Oz" would fetch $3 million or more.
To learn a new language, you don't have to go any farther than your phone and Pittsburgh-founded Duolingo.
Mangione is accused of shooting and killing UnitedHealth CEO Brian Thompson last week.
Get the latest weather forecast from KDKA First Alert Meteorologist Ron Smiley!
It was all caught on camera, and the community the nonprofit supports helped the organization pick up the pieces.
It was a customer at the McDonald's in Altoona, Pennsylvania, who recognized Luigi Mangione.
Pittsburgh has won 21 straight regular season home games against Cleveland.
Crews found the body of Elizabeth Pollard, the Pennsylvania grandma who fell into a sinkhole in Unity Township.
A Pennsylvania woman might have fallen into a sinkhole while searching for her missing cat, police said.
Fallen Pittsburgh Fire Battalion Chief John Walsh was laid to rest on Monday
The Pittsburgh Steelers lost 24-19 to the Cleveland Browns.
