Soft Pants Friday: Feb. 28, 2025
Kelly is back with another edition of Soft Pants Friday!
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Kelly is back with another edition of Soft Pants Friday!
They say confidence is key, but is there a fine line between being optimistic and downright delusional? Mikey breaks down "delulu" in today's In A Mikey Minute.
More people than ever before are traveling more distances to work every day. Mikey, Mary and Heather talk about super commuting.
This week is wrapping up on a high note with a little bit of sunshine, but will it be sticking around for your weekend plans? Meteorologist Mary Ours has a look at the forecast.
On Rare Disease Day, we're raising awareness about DLG4 SHINE, an ultra-rare genetic neurological disease.
Let's get the conversation started with Heather Abraham and Mikey Hood!
A local educator is in the running for America's Favorite Teacher by Reader's Digest, and she needs your vote.
We were honored to have the opportunity to highlight a major milestone for the local group, Young Adult Survivors United. They are marking their five-year anniversary next week with a party at Mike's Beer Bar and North Shore Tavern.
A program out of Coraopolis, the NAACP's Act-So program, gives young African-Americans the opportunity to share their academic and artistic talents on the national level. Carter Spruill started the NAACP's Coraopolis branch four years ago and is the chairman of the Act-So program. He joined us to talk more about the program.
Dave Lebel, an associate professor at the University of Pittsburgh, joined us to talk more about major companies requiring employees to return to the office, or face the risk of losing their jobs.
Over the past several months, companies like Dell and Amazon have mandated remote workers return to the office. Most workers are not happy about this because it turns out, it's affecting their pay.
The Sarah Heinz House is a cornerstone of Pittsburgh's North Side community. Mikey recently had the opportunity to see first-hand how this community center, with the help of UPMC, shaping young minds in the area of STEAM. This segment was sponsored by UPMC.
The one, and only, Saxsquatch was in the Talk Pittsburgh studios today performing for us and also talked with us about his favorite collaborator, what fans can expect at his shows and more.
Let's get the conversation started with Heather Abraham, Mikey Hood and Kelly Dzanaj!
With spring break just around the corner, we want to know about the wonderful or wacky experiences you've had while on vacation. We discussed this on today's 3 O'Clock Drop.
We were so happy to have Brothmonger owner Sarah Coppolo, as well as John Sandy, to talk about their store opening in Bloomfield and even make us some soup and sandwiches!
If you're crying fowl at the prices of eggs at the grocery store, why not go straight to the source? We found out how you can rent a chicken by the founders of Rent The Chicken.
Babysitting is a big topic that all parents face, but how do you know when your own kids are ready to babysit or be left home alone?
Childcare comes at a cost, but we want the perfect person to be there when we can't be. Journalist Meg St.-Esprit was with us today to talk about what we can do to make sure we find the right nanny for the job.
You've probably seen the ads for GLP-1 drugs. It's a hormone that helps people lose weight, but the results are not one-size-fits-all all. Dr. Noor Khan, from UPMC, helped us understand more about this.
Let's get the conversation started with Heather Abraham, Mikey Hood and Kelly Dzanaj!
It's time to boost up the start of your work week with a little inspiration by Tressa Glover, the host of the "Yinz Are Good" podcast.
Chef Paul Latkowski, from Shorty's was here to help us celebrate National Tortilla Chip Day!
Best-selling author and speaker Joelle Moray chatted with us about transitioning back into the workplace and how to not succumb to the pressure of playing "catch-up" too quickly.
To celebrate Heather's return to the show, we turned back time with a highlight reel of the Best of Talk Pittsburgh in 2025.
Ruthie's Diner in Ligonier Township was engulfed in flames overnight.
A group held a training in Pittsburgh for people who want to respond to Immigration and Customs Enforcement raids.
A man was found dead in a home in Pittsburgh's Bloomfield neighborhood on Tuesday night.
Tasting Table recognized Donald's Donuts in Zanesville, Ohio, as the best donut shop in the state.
The northern lights were on display in the Pittsburgh area on Tuesday night.
Ruthie's Diner in Ligonier Township was engulfed in flames overnight.
A group held a training in Pittsburgh for people who want to respond to Immigration and Customs Enforcement raids.
A man was found dead in a home in Pittsburgh's Bloomfield neighborhood on Tuesday night.
Looking for something you saw on KDKA-TV News? Find links and information about the topics and news stories from our newscasts.
Andrew Johnson is the latest in a series of pardoned Jan. 6 riot defendants to face new criminal charges.
Looking overseas, there is wide opposition to the idea of taking Greenland by force.
Mr. Trump previously threatened to impose tariffs against countries that do not support his plans to acquire the territory.
Pennsylvania's two sitting senators, Republican Dave McCormick and Democrat John Fetterman, told CBS News they do not support a U.S. military takeover of Greenland.
The lawmakers posted a video in November that told military service members that they "must refuse illegal orders."
A Pennsylvania couple says Kia wrongly denied a warranty claim after their car's engine failed at 80,000 miles.
Scams targeting utility customers are on the rise in Pennsylvania, the attorney general says.
A handful of Pittsburgh-area Value City Furniture stores are going out of business after their parent company filed for bankruptcy.
It has been five years since the home improvement retailer Menards bought a large parcel of land off Route 30 in Westmoreland County.
If you get a ticket in the city of Pittsburgh, there could be a higher chance that instead of getting it on your car windshield, you're getting it in the mail.
Vesta Mohebbi is a nurse who saw the worst during the COVID-19 pandemic. The stress she endured inside the hospital led her to find ways to bring comfort to others. Now she and her dog, Zion, help first responders and young children all across Pittsburgh.
Antiques appraiser Dr. Lori is helping our viewers find the value in three items sent in by you.
Chef Crystal, Team Leader for Giant Eagle, is making sure we don’t skip over lunch by sharing an easy Mediterranean beef bowl recipe!
David is loving this assignment! He and Heather are learning about an upcoming yoga event at Cats N’at in Wexford by meeting some of the felines up for adoption!
Daisy was live at Full Throttle Adrenaline Park in Monroeville for some indoor fun!
Controversy has been swirling in the Woodland Hills School District since November.
A Pennsylvania couple says Kia wrongly denied a warranty claim after their car's engine failed at 80,000 miles.
Some drivers in Pittsburgh are ignoring road closure signs in the South Side Flats, leaving residents exasperated.
A Westmoreland County taxidermist is under investigation by the Pennsylvania State Police.
Stray voltage from a nearby streetlight shocked Montana Mitchell and her dog, leaving the dog immobile.
The yearly tradition marks the start of months of training for Pittsburgh Marathon participants.
Firefighters have a 62% higher risk of cancer, and this week, the New Castle Central Fire Station hosted pre-screenings.
Once the holidays are over, we often find ourselves in a funk, so how can we find ways to boost our mood?
A major expansion in women's health care is taking shape in Washington County.
Flu cases keep increasing, but at least one Pittsburgh-area emergency room doctor says not everyone needs to visit him.
Penn State's women's team is hosting Robert Morris and the men's team is hosting Michigan State.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
A program that had played in a grand total of 13 bowl games in the 130-some years before coach Curt Cignetti arrived in 2024 went on a historic run en route to a 16-0 season and a national title.
Brett Kulak broke a second-period tie with his first goal of the season, and the Pittsburgh Penguins beat the Seattle Kraken 6-3.
The Pittsburgh Steelers are searching for a new head coach for the first time in nearly 20 years after Mike Tomlin stepped down last week.
Pittsburgh Mayor Corey O'Connor on Tuesday announced a new initiative aimed at revitalizing neighborhood business districts across the city.
A handful of Pittsburgh-area Value City Furniture stores are going out of business after their parent company filed for bankruptcy.
It has been five years since the home improvement retailer Menards bought a large parcel of land off Route 30 in Westmoreland County.
The Macy's location at the Pittsburgh Mills Mall will be among the several closures.
With the Steelers hosting their first playoff game with fans in the building since 2018, a lot of revenue is expected to be made in the city.
Scott Adams, the cartoonist who created the "Dilbert" comic strip, has died at the age of 68, his first ex-wife revealed on Tuesday.
"The Pitt" won big at the Golden Globes on Sunday night.
The 2026 Golden Globes honored the standouts in both film and television from last year. See the full list of winners and nominees.
Here is everything you need to know about how to watch and stream the 2026 Golden Globes.
Bob Weir wrote or co-wrote and sang lead vocals on Grateful Dead classics including "Sugar Magnolia," "One More Saturday Night" and "Mexicali Blues."
A beloved Westmoreland County diner has been reduced to a collapsed roof and charred remains after an overnight fire. KDKA's Jessica Riley has the story from the scene.
It's been nearly six years since the COVID-19 pandemic caused a lot of workers to go from the office to the comfort of their homes, but now, employers are steadily calling workers back to the office. John Shumway is here to answer the question if you can keep your hybrid gig, or if there's no avoiding returning to work.
About an hour into an overseas trip with President Trump on board, Air Force One had to turn around due to what was described as an electrical issue. Megan Shinn has the latest details from the newsroom.
Since the Woodland Hills School District put its new superintendent on administrative leave last year, a group of parents has been calling for greater transparency about spending. KDKA's Chilekasi Adele has the latest details.
Get the latest weather updates with meteorologist Ron Smiley’s forecast!
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.
