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.
A dog named Hennessy is back with her owner's family after she survived the fiery crash that killed him in West Virginia.
A high-wire rescue unfolded Monday evening on the Wild Mouse roller coaster at Idlewild Park in Ligonier Township.
Some lawmakers say the Pennsylvania State Senate is stalling on a bill to increase the state's minimum wage.
The lawsuit was filed under seal and only recently made public.
A Pittsburgh Bureau of Police officer already on unpaid leave is accused of driving under the influence for the third time.
A heat wave is bearing down on western Pennsylvania with high temperatures and "feels like" temperatures expected to be near 100 degrees.
The lawsuit was filed under seal and only recently made public.
A dog named Hennessy is back with her owner's family after she survived the fiery crash that killed him in West Virginia.
Brandon Cunningham fatally shot 47-year-old Kevin Lucas in Lancaster County Central Park before turning the gun on himself, officials say.
A high-wire rescue unfolded Monday evening on the Wild Mouse roller coaster at Idlewild Park in Ligonier Township.
Some lawmakers say the Pennsylvania State Senate is stalling on a bill to increase the state's minimum wage.
The Supreme Court on Tuesday struck down President Trump's executive order seeking to end birthright citizenship.
The Supreme Court upheld state laws from West Virginia and Idaho that restricted participation by transgender athletes in girls' and women's sports.
The Supreme Court on Monday ruled that states can count mail ballots that are cast by Election Day but arrive later, rejecting a GOP challenge to a Mississippi law.
A unanimous federal jury found that a preponderance of evidence supported Carroll's claim that Mr. Trump sexually abused her.
Imagine finding out the home you own is no longer yours, even though you weren't behind on your mortgage or selling it.
Schewbel's is closing after 120 years, meaning Giant Eagle will have to find a new bakery to make its branded bread.
Schwebel's, which sells bread at grocery stores across western Pennsylvania, is closing after 120 years.
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.
Continuing on his historic tour through western Pennsylvania, Boaz takes us to the Century Inn, just in time for America’s birthday.
Pittsburgh native Hannah Rosenberg unveils her writing journey and the messages behind her book.
Dr. Lori turns back time with these items from the 1800s!
The America250 celebrations are all over the city. Daisy Jade is taking us to the Fort Pitt Museum to explore how they are gearing up for this Saturday’s birthday bash!
On this Taste It Tuesday, Ron and Heather get their hands on the Sheetz Big Glizzy hot dog!
Rising Tide Partners began acquiring depressed properties five years ago with the promise of transforming struggling neighborhoods.
A Westmoreland County woman is demanding answers after she said a broken pipe flooded her apartment in Rostraver Township.
The school board in McKeesport has called a special meeting on Wednesday to decide the future of its football coaching staff.
Delta-8 is unregulated and untested, and more and more users are paying the price.
A family in Whitehall says nearly 30 years after a freak accident changed their lives forever, they are looking for help.
Representatives from UPMC and Allegheny County Public Safety held a demonstration to encourage firework safety in Pittsburgh.
When you hear you're diagnosed with cancer, it can be overwhelming. It can leave questions, anger and a feeling of seclusion.
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.
Esmerlyn Valdez and Jared Triolo both hit home runs to help the Pirates escape an early five-run deficit, and Endy Rodriguez closed the deal with a three-run homer in the ninth for an 11-7 win over the Phillies on Monday night.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Ryan O'Hearn homered twice and drove in four runs to lead the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 9-4 victory over the Cincinnati Reds.
Eugenio Suárez hit a three-run homer with two outs in the ninth inning that rallied the Cincinnati Reds to a 9-7 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Pinch-hitter Noelvi Marte hit a tiebreaking, two-run homer in the eighth inning after Cincinnati scored four runs off Paul Skenes in the second, and the Reds beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 6-4.
Schewbel's is closing after 120 years, meaning Giant Eagle will have to find a new bakery to make its branded bread.
A federal judge has extended his block on enforcement of an Ohio law that would require children under 16 to get parental consent to use social media apps while a legal challenge proceeds.
Schwebel's, which sells bread at grocery stores across western Pennsylvania, is closing after 120 years.
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.
Anthrocon 2026, dubbed "Critters, Cryptids and Curses," will return to the David L. Lawrence Convention Center.
Road closures will be in place ahead of the America250PA concert at Point State Park on Saturday, June 27.
Clive Davis helped shape the careers of music stars including Janis Joplin, Bruce Springsteen and Whitney Houston.
Pittsburgh's South Side Street Fest is officially underway, aiming to create a safer and welcoming South Side.
Luke Skywalker's lightsaber from the "Star Wars" sequel "The Empire Strikes Back" is expected to sell for at least $1 million at an upcoming auction.
Pittsburgh is home to many firsts, including the first commercially licensed radio broadcast in the world back in 1920.
The U.S. Supreme Court upheld laws that ban transgender athletes from participating on sports teams that align with their gender identities. One of the cases involved a student from West Virginia. KDKA's Lauren Linder reports.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast.
Some lawmakers say the Pennsylvania State Senate is stalling on a bill to increase the state's minimum wage. KDKA-TV's Ross Guidotti has more.
A high-wire rescue unfolded Monday evening on the Wild Mouse roller coaster at Idlewild Park in Ligonier Township.
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.
