Highly mutated strain of new COVID variant reported in Michigan
Cases of the new COVID variant BA.2.86 have been spotted in Michigan, Denmark and Israel.
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Cases of the new COVID variant BA.2.86 have been spotted in Michigan, Denmark and Israel.
Local hospitals and some pharmacies have received their first shipments of a new drug aimed at fighting against the Omicron variant of COVID-19.
Coronavirus cases have seen a steady decline, as they are at their lowest in Allegheny County in months.
West Virginia has identified its first two cases of a descendant of the omicron variant of the coronavirus.
Pfizer and BioNTech have begun a clinical trial for their Omicron-specific COVID-19 vaccine candidate, they announced in a news release on Tuesday.
As the pandemic drags on, a new sub-variant of Omicron is starting to show up. The World Health Organization reports it's on the rise in dozens of countries.
PTL's Mikey Hood talks with Dr. Timothy Law, the Senior Medical Director for Clinical Services at Highmark, about the threats the COVID-19 pandemic still poses, as well as the Delta and Omicron variants.
While cases continue to climb, medical professionals say it could be much worse without the vaccines.
Coronavirus cases have been surging in Allegheny County.
The Port Authority said riders are seeing delays after more than two dozen employees tested positive for COVID-19 and one died in just three days.
Coronavirus cases continue to surge across the region as students go back back to school following the holiday break.
Monoclonal antibodies look to ease symptoms and cut down on recovery time.
Allegheny Health Network is reinstating temporary restrictions on patient visitation due to the latest surge in COVID-19 cases.
As this wave of COVID sweeps across the region, it's raising concerns for all of us.
Local hospitals and infusion clinics have shifted to administering just one of the three monoclonal antibody treatments.
As the Omicron variant spreads, many doctors are urging people to not only wear masks, but to switch to a different type.
As demand for at-home COVID-19 tests continues to increase, there could be false negatives.
So how do you know if you have it, and why are some people in your household getting sick while others aren't?
The first cases of the Omicron COVID-19 variant have been detected in Allegheny County.
No cases of the Omicron variant have been confirmed in Allegheny County, though it's "only a matter of days" before it's detected, the county's health leader said Wednesday.
President Joe Biden announced the government will provide 500 million free rapid home-testing kits.
It's the Covid Christmas decision facing almost all families this year. Is the risk of future infection worth the reward of quality time with loved ones?
Penn State announced on Monday that the omicron variant has been found on its main campus.
Omicron has raced ahead of other variants and is now the dominant version of the coronavirus in the U.S., accounting for 73% of new infections last week, federal health officials said Monday.
New coronavirus concerns are taking center stage from coast to coast with cases now climbing, testing sites swamped, and families now rattled as they prepare for the holiday during this serious spike.
Days after a car crash and fire in the Squirrel Hill Tunnel, KDKA got an exclusive look inside.
A 75-year-old man died after apparently falling 50 feet while rock climbing at Monongahela National Forest in West Virginia.
As part of his partnership with the Gary Sinise Foundation, Paul Skenes visited the Berkeley Hills Fire Company in Ross Township.
Police departments all around the country say surveillance technologies like cameras, drones, and license plate readers have proved invaluable in tracking and arresting violent criminals.
National, state and local hunger-relief networks are teaming up to try to cut hunger in half by 2035.
A small vessel was recovered from the river Monday morning.
Police said a woman "went through hell" as her son beat her to death for over an hour at their home in West Newton.
Video shows youth football coaches from Carlynton and Keystone Oaks fighting on the field during a game over the weekend.
Days after a car crash and fire in the Squirrel Hill Tunnel, KDKA got an exclusive look inside.
A 75-year-old man died after apparently falling 50 feet while rock climbing at Monongahela National Forest in West Virginia.
Lawmakers could also vote on condemning socialism and censuring GOP Rep. Chuck Edwards.
The ruling marks a blow to the federal government's long-delayed effort to prosecute Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, who is accused of developing the plot to crash planes into the Pentagon and World Trade Center.
A federal judge on Tuesday temporarily blocked enforcement of an Ohio requirement that voters show proof of citizenship when registering to vote at a motor vehicle bureau
Data centers have become the hottest issue in political races across the country, including Pennsylvania's race for governor.
The U.S. and Canada have wrangled for decades over trade, and somehow, they still managed to remain friends, allies and trading partners.
A new report tries to calculate how much Pennsylvanians need to earn to live what's considered a comfortable lifestyle.
The store is expected to open sometime next year.
Buffalo Township police are warning about scammers after investigating several cases where residents have fallen victim.
On Tuesday, Pennsylvania took a major step in the fight against the negative impacts of social media, particularly on children.
While the importance of the family support system is timeless, a new study found it creates financial stressors for all involved.
Daisy takes a trip to the Pittsburgh Zoo to visit the new lion cub!
Chef Doug Heilman shows Heather and David how to make a rustic tart filled with fruit or veggies!
You can bring your own container to The Refillery and replenish everyday items without buying more plastic.
A historic merger between two theater companies in Pittsburgh took place, and they have a new name. Tickets for their season are on sale now.
David and Heather recap their fun-filled weekends!
Police departments all around the country say surveillance technologies like cameras, drones, and license plate readers have proved invaluable in tracking and arresting violent criminals.
Video shows youth football coaches from Carlynton and Keystone Oaks fighting on the field during a game over the weekend.
Police public safety services are being questioned in Forward Township.
An attempt to regulate Pennsylvania's pet cremation industry just hit a wall.
A family in Wall Borough, Allegheny County, said repeated flooding has forced them to abandon their home's first floor.
Pennsylvania health officials say two people who had measles died in the state, but Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is questioning that.
UPMC is taking another step to help Pittsburgh's first responders better protect our community.
For the first time since 1991, Pennsylvania has recorded its first two deaths connected to measles.
Pennsylvania has recorded its first two deaths connected to measles in 35 years.
Injuries are a part of many sports, and UPMC is trying to help high school athletes get back to the games they love.
Lionel Messi played in six World Cups and led Argentina to win the tournament in 2022 in Qatar.
Aaron Rodgers, Mason Rudolph, Will Howard, and Drew Allar have all made the team's initial 53-man roster.
Esmerlyn Valdez and Jared Triolo homered, Brandon Lowe added an RBI single and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the St. Louis Cardinals 5-4 on Sunday.
The three-time NFL Defensive Player of the Year previously retired from the team in 2023 after 10 seasons.
The Pittsburgh Steelers have traded offensive lineman Broderick Jones to the Dallas Cowboys, according to reports.
A federally funded Ohio manufacturing program faces potential shutdown after a new audit by the U.S. Department of Commerce's Office of Inspector General.
Gas station giant Buc-ee's has sparked a backlash in Ohio over one of its frequent trademark infringement lawsuits.
The international fashion retailer Zara will open a location in Ross Park Mall in 2028, as the mall continues to thrive.
Some Bloomfield business owners paint a nuanced picture of how the annual Little Italy Days festival impacts them, saying that while they don't dislike the festival, they do make less money than they normally would.
The store is expected to open sometime next year.
A show coming to The Palace Theatre in Greensburg looks to pay tribute to Dolly Parton.
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
Pittsburghers are remembering Dolly Parton as "one of a kind" following her death on Tuesday.
Dolly Parton became an icon over her six-decade career as a Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, movie and TV star and theme park owner who donated millions to help others.
Bret Michaels is taking a break from touring to recover from recent surgeries.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast!
Days after a car crash and fire in the Squirrel Hill Tunnel, KDKA got an exclusive look inside and talked to PennDOT about what it takes to respond to this kind of incident in hopes of reassuring people next time they're driving through one of the area's tunnels. KDKA's Lauren Linder reports.
As part of his partnership with the Gary Sinise Foundation, Paul Skenes visited the Berkeley Hills Fire Company in Ross Township.
Police departments all around the country say surveillance technologies like cameras, drones, and license plate readers have proven invaluable in tracking and arresting violent criminals.
Pittsburgh Public Schools will temporarily shift to synchronous remote learning at 35 school buildings this week due to projected high temperatures. KDKA-TV's Shelley Bortz reports.
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.
