Patient trying to smoke while on oxygen likely caused fire at UPMC East, hospital says
Five UPMC East employees were treated for injuries after a fire in a hospital room Sunday night, a spokesperson for the hospital said.
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Patient trying to smoke while on oxygen likely caused fire at UPMC East, hospital says
Five UPMC East employees were treated for injuries after a fire in a hospital room Sunday night.
UPMC Western Behavioral Health opens on the South Side
UPMC is delivering by expanding.
Kenny Pickett visits patients at UPMC Children's Hospital
Some patients at Children's Hospital got a special visit on Wednesday from Steelers quarterback Kenny Pickett!
UPMC apologies after patients receive dozens of marketing emails
An email issue caused people on their distribution list to receive various marketing-related messages.
Judge recuses himself from case of doctor accused of causing crash that killed 1
Joseph Yanta is charged with homicide by vehicle while DUI and involuntary manslaughter.
Judge recuses himself from case of deadly crash involving 2 UPMC doctors
Joseph Yanta is charged with homicide by vehicle while DUI and involuntary manslaughter.
UPMC acquires its 4th hospital in Ireland
UPMC is expanding its reach overseas.
UPMC raising minimum starting wage to $18 by 2025
UPMC's minimum starting wage for employees will raise to $18 an hour by 2025. KDKA's Seth Kaplan has more.
UPMC raising minimum starting wage to $18 by 2025
UPMC's minimum starting wage for employees will raise to $18 an hour by 2025.
UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital welcomes their first baby born in 2023
Madison Lee Pofi was born at 12:35 a.m. at UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital.
Eat'n'Park, UPMC Magee celebrate 40 years of Christmas star commercial
Newborns were decked out as the Christmas tree from the iconic Pittsburgh commercial.
Pittsburgh Penguins players spread holiday cheer at UPMC Children's Hospital
Some members of the Pittsburgh Penguins helped spread some holiday cheer for kids getting treatments at UPMC Children's Hospital on Wednesday.
Free Care Fund: Jackson defying the odds as UPMC Children's Hospital brings him through 8 open heart surgeries
Jackson Hawkins, 4, of Sharon, Pennsylvania, has been defying the odds since before he was born.
Free Care Fund: UPMC Children's Hospital staff helps Lacqueeta stay positive during challenges of sickle cell disease
Lacqueeta Oduogo was born in Kenya, and at 9 months of age, she was diagnosed with sickle cell disease.
Free Care Fund: Jackson Hawkins
Jackson Hawkins, 4, of Sharon, Pennsylvania, has been defying the odds since before he was born. KDKA's Jessica Guay introduces you to him.
Free Care Fund: Lacqueeta Oduogo
Lacqueeta Oduogo was born in Kenya, and at 9 months of age, she was diagnosed with sickle cell disease. KDKA's Kym Gable has her story.
Free Care Fund: Nora finally takes her turn ringing the bell at UPMC Children's Hospital
Norah Caporali will be celebrating two years cancer free this January.
Free Care Fund: Norah Caporali
Norah Caporali will be celebrating two years cancer free this January. KDKA's Erika Stanish has her story.
Free Care Fund: Parents say UPMC Children's Hospital staff made all the difference in baby Rosie's recovery
What Amanda and Adam thought was going to be at most a one-day visit, turned out to be a 22-day stay at the hospital for their young daughter, Rosie.
Free Care Fund: Rosie McQuillan
What Amanda and Adam thought was going to be at most a one-day visit, turned out to be a 22-day stay at the hospital for their young daughter, Rosie; KDKA's Lindsay Ward reports.
Free Care Fund: Mazey overcoming health challenges with help of staff at UPMC Children's Hospital
In the glow of their family Christmas tree, Maelynn "Mazey" Tribendis and her mother Kaitlyn enjoy some mommy-daughter time.
Free Care Fund: Mazey Tribendis
Since the age of 4, Mazey's been in a wheelchair, but it doesn't stop her from being a kid. Her family thanks UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh for all of her care; KDKA's Chris Hoffman reports.
Free Care Fund: 13-year-old Taylor planning her future after miracle recovery from rare condition at UPMC Children's Hospital
In the summer of 2020, Taylor Roles was a happy, healthy, typical 11-year-old girl busy with cheerleading practice.
Free Care Fund: Taylor Roles
Introducing the 2022 KDKA-UPMC Children's Hospital Free Care Fund Telethon junior co-host Taylor Roles. She's beaten the odds thanks to the doctors, nurses and staff at the hospital; KDKA's John Shumway reports.
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ZTrip driver accused of stealing nearly $10,000 from regular rider
A zTrip driver has been charged with stealing a large amount of cash from one of his regular riders.
On A Positive Note: Pressley Ridge unveils new foster care center on North Side
There's a new foster care visitation center in the city of Pittsburgh.
Suspects in Brighton Heights funeral shooting held for trial
Two suspects in the shooting at a funeral in Brighton Heights have been held for trial.
There's a new world's oldest living dog — and he's the oldest ever recorded
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Suspects in Brighton Heights funeral shooting held for trial
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There's a new world's oldest living dog — and he's the oldest ever recorded
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Special election next week to fill open state House seat in 34th District
Next Tuesday is Election Day for about 200,000 people in Allegheny County.
Go 'Around The Table' with Stacy Smith
Stream Around The Table segments here on CBS News Pittsburgh.
Special election next week to fill open state House seat in 34th District
Next Tuesday is Election Day for about 200,000 people in Allegheny County.
Tesla's Model Y, other EVs now qualify for $7,500 tax credit
Government's new classification of cars that qualify for the generous tax credit is a win for Tesla and other automakers.
Shapiro orders 2,300 state employees back to office starting in March
Starting next month, 2,300 state employees will be back working in person once again.
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I Made It! Mine Market coming to The Block Northway for Valentine's Day event
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W2 Wednesday: Tax tips to get you the maximum refund
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Ford recalls SUVs due to backup camera problem
Ford is recalling nearly 383,000 SUVs in the U.S. because the touch screens may not display a camera image when backing up.
Pennsylvania 'on high alert' for bird flu as egg prices drop
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That's a Wrap: Feb. 3, 2023
That's a wrap for this week on PTL!
Keeping up with you 2023 tech goals
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Author, writer, illustrator Mo Willems opens new exhibit at Children's Museum
PTL's Celina Pompeani-Mathison visits the Children's Museum of Pittsburgh to meet author, writer, illustrator and voice actor extraordinaire Mo Willems, who has a new exhibit, Opposites Abstract, opening!
Black History Month: Freedom House Ambulance
Out of racial inequality came life-saving innovation with the birth of Freedom House Ambulance Service, the nation's first emergency medical transport service.
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Sources: Gainey to announce plan tripling police presence Downtown
Pittsburgh Mayor Ed Gainey is set to unveil a plan to triple the police presence when those problems are most evident.
KDKA Investigates: Real estate corporations buying single-family homes to turn into rentals
Several national real estate corporations have been buying hundreds of single-family homes in the Pittsburgh region, turning them into rentals.
KDKA Investigates: Pandemic nearly doubled defendants waiting for trials in Allegheny County
They say justice delayed is justice denied.
4 years later, 420 Boulevard of the Allies is still not open for business
But $40 million and four years later, 420 Boulevard of the Allies is still not renovated or open for business.
KDKA Investigates: Business leaders trying to reverse course after 'Pittsburgh pause'
KDKA's Andy Sheehan spoke to business leaders in Pittsburgh on the city trying to bounce back after the "Pittsburgh pause."
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Conagra Brands recalls nearly 2.6 million pounds of canned meat and poultry
So far, no consumers have reported any illnesses as a result of the possible contamination.
GoodRx shared consumer health data with Facebook, Google, FTC says
FTC is fining GoodRx for alleged unauthorized disclosures of consumers' personal health info to Facebook, Google, others.
CDC tells consumers to stop using EzriCare Artificial Tears
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Damar Hamlin teams up with American Heart Association to promote learning of CPR
As the calendar turns to February and American Heart Month kicks off, Damar Hamlin is teaming up with the American Heart Association to help spread CPR awareness and help give back.
How to beat the wintertime blues
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Menacing charge against Bengals' Joe Mixon is dismissed
Joe Mixon faces a misdemeanor charge of aggravated menacing, according to the documents.
Pitt continues spell-binding ways, downs North Carolina
Pitt continued its recent bedevilment of North Carolina, beating the Tar Heels 65-64 on Wednesday night.
Sidney Thornton, former Pittsburgh Steelers running back, dies at 68
Former Pittsburgh Steelers running back Sidney Thornton has died.
Tom Brady announces retirement 'for good' from NFL
Tom Brady announced on Wednesday that he is retiring from the NFL – again.
Damar Hamlin teams up with American Heart Association to promote learning of CPR
As the calendar turns to February and American Heart Month kicks off, Damar Hamlin is teaming up with the American Heart Association to help spread CPR awareness and help give back.
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How to protect your job amid a surge in AI-assisted layoff decisions in the workplace
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Allegheny County Health Department reminds fish fry organizers to apply for their food permit
It won't be long until local churches, fire departments and other organizations start frying up some fish.
Wage Theft: Workers in Pennsylvania face uphill battle trying to get money they are owed
Every year, working people across the country are victims of wage theft to the tune of billions of dollars.
Google axes 12,000 jobs, layoffs spread across tech sector
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Party City files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy
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Your Next Click: New seasons and new shows premiere this weekend
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Missy Elliott, Cyndi Lauper, Sheryl Crow among new Rock Hall of Fame nominees
Over half of this year's potential inductees are nominated for the first time, including Elliott, Lauper, Crow, Willie Nelson and more.
Retired Philadelphia teacher has 1st gallery exhibit at age 80
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Ozzy Osbourne is retiring from touring, saying he's "not physically capable"
Osbourne said he never imagined his "touring days would have ended this way."
Beyonce bringing 'RENAISSANCE' World Tour to Pittsburgh this summer
She'll be at Acrisure Stadium on August 3.
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Train derailment causes massive fire in Ohio
Crews are at the scene of a massive fire caused by a train derailment in Ohio.
ZTrip driver accused of stealing nearly $10,000 from regular rider
A zTrip driver has been charged with stealing a large amount of cash from one of his regular riders.
On A Positive Note: Pressley Ridge unveils new foster care center on North Side
There's a new foster care visitation center in the city of Pittsburgh; KDKA's Kym Gable has more.
3 charged after baby tests positive for fentanyl twice in one month
Three people are facing charges after police said an infant was exposed to fentanyl at a home in Pittsburgh's Arlington neighborhood.
2 men arrested in 5 armed robberies at Fayette County convenience stores
Two people were arrested after police said they robbed two convenience stores in Fayette County five times at knifepoint.
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Sights of the Season: The ups and downs of the 2022 Pittsburgh Steelers
The Steelers started out with a 2-6 record before going 7-2 down the stretch to finish 9-8, just missing out on making the playoffs.
Beloved Brackenridge Police Chief Justin McIntire laid to rest
Hundreds of law enforcement officials attended the funeral for Brackenridge Police Chief Justin McIntire at Mt. St. Peter Roman Catholic Church in New Kensington on Jan. 11, 2023.
PHOTOS: Steelers miss postseason, but beat Browns and finish season with 9-8 record
The Steelers have now won 19 straight regular season home games against Cleveland.
PHOTOS: Steelers come up short in AFC North rivalry loss to Baltimore
The Ravens came to town and went home with a 16-14 win over the Steelers.
69th Annual Free Care Fund Telethon
Since 1954, KDKA-TV has partnered with UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh to help support the hospital's Free Care Fund with our annual Free Care Fund Telethon during the holiday season. Here's a look behind the scenes of the 69th annual telethon!
