Kindergarten routine vaccination rates fell for second straight year, CDC warns
The decline was not accompanied by a rise in exemptions, the CDC says, suggesting many children could still catch up on their shots.
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Allegheny County school-age vaccination rates exceed national average
As students return to the classroom, Allegheny County says its school-aged vaccination rates are exceeding the national average.
When Can You Get The COVID Vaccine?
The COVID-19 vaccine will be available to millions of Americans this month, but who qualifies depends on certain factors.
Safely Reopening Schools Amid Coronavirus Pandemic And The Impact A Vaccine Would Have
College campuses are being forced to go online as COVID-19 cases rise with the return to school and now comes concern about K-12 students as their classes resume.
President Trump: FDA To Fast Track Anti-Viral Treatments For Patients With Coronavirus
President Donald Trump says he's pushed the Food and Drug Administration to eliminate barriers to getting therapeutics for coronavirus to patients.
University Of Pittsburgh To Obtain Samples Of Coronavirus, Work To Develop Vaccine
Pitt's Center for Vaccine Research announced it's in the process of obtaining samples of novel coronavirus from the CDC.
New Cancer Vaccine Shows Shows Early Promise In Human Clinical Trials
Doctors say a new vaccine undergoing clinical trials at the Mayo Clinic has effectively removed cancer cells, providing new hope for cancer survivors. Lee Mercker was the first to participate in the clinical trial. In March, she was shocked to learn she had breast cancer.
State Reps. Frankel, Kosierowski Announce Vaccine Legislation
Two state representatives announced the introduction of vaccine legislation.
Major New Study Finds No Link Between Vaccines And Autism
There's important news about the possible link between vaccines and autism.
'Flu-pocalypse' Predicted Due To Ineffective Flu Shots, Doctors Say
The possibility of a "flu-pocalypse" is being talked about after record numbers of patients were diagnosed with influenza in Australia
State Departments Propose New Immunization Regulations
The State Departments of Health and Education have proposed new regulations that would impact all school kids.
Recent Spike In Lyme Cases Has Pet Owners Turning To Vaccines
What if you could vaccinate your pets against Lyme disease? But, if there's a vaccine for them, why is there not one for humans?
Health Officials: More Allegheny Co. Kids Getting Measles Vaccinations At Recommended Ages
The measles - highly contagious, and according to most medical experts, highly preventable.
7 Flu Deaths Reported, Officials Expect More This Season
We are only halfway through flu season and seven deaths have already been reported in Allegheny County.
Allegheny Co. Health Department: Number Of Flu Cases Rises To 2,300
The Allegheny County Health Department says 2,300 flu cases have now been reported.
Doctors Say Flu Shot Still Worth It
The Centers for Disease Control says 43 states, including Pennsylvania, are facing high or widespread flu activity.
ACHD Recommends Flu Shots With Reported Cases Rising
The Allegheny County Health Department has a holiday gift idea for the holiday season – a flu shot.
Health Officials Warn Flu Vaccine May Be Less Effective This Winter
The flu vaccine may not be very effective this winter, according to U.S. health officials who worry this may lead to more serious illnesses and deaths.
Thousands Will Die From Flu This Year, Doctors Predict
Although concerns are mounting across the nation of Ebola exposure, doctors fear the focus could be diverting attention from another potential threat: the flu.
Allegheny County's Flu Vaccine Clinic Opens Downtown
Allegheny County's flu vaccine clinic on Forbes Avenue opens today.
Pittsburgh Area Experiencing High Number Of Whooping Cough Cases
Allegheny County is experiencing a high number of whooping cough cases with 51 confirmed and probable cases reported so far this year compared to about 47 cases reported in all of 2013.
Rep. Murphy Pressuring FDA To Approve Meningitis B Vaccine
A state lawmaker is pushing for FDA approval of a meningitis vaccine, after a local college student died of Meningitis B.
Officials Issue Warning After Person With Measles Rides Port Authority Bus
Officials are asking people to come forward, after it was discovered that a person rode a Port Authority bus while infected with measles.
Adult Vaccines Could Help Prevent Many Common Viruses
As we get older we take less care on preventative vaccines, but the CDC is hoping to inform more adults about vaccines can prevent shingles, pneumonia, and cancer.
Health Department Issues Warning About Rabid Bats
The Allegheny County Health Department has issued a warning regarding rabid bats.
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Arrest made in Penn hills crash that injured 5 people, including 3-year-old child
Allegheny County police made an arrest in a Penn Hills crash that injured five people, including a 3-year-old child.
Suspect arrested in case of 2 monkeys taken from Dallas Zoo
Davion Irvin, 24, was arrested by Dallas Police on Thursday. He was identified as a suspect earlier this week after a preliminary investigation.
PTL Links: February 3, 2023
On today's show: Mo Willems and the Teenie Harris Archi e. Click for more information about today's guests!
U.S. added 517,000 jobs in January, blowing away forecasts
The job market remains red-hot despite the Federal Reserve's push to slow economic growth.
Your Next Click: New seasons and new shows premiere this weekend
It's going to be a cold weekend, so grab a blanket, hit the couch, and binge these shows!
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Arrest made in Penn hills crash that injured 5 people, including 3-year-old child
Allegheny County police made an arrest in a Penn Hills crash that injured five people, including a 3-year-old child.
Suspect arrested in case of 2 monkeys taken from Dallas Zoo
Davion Irvin, 24, was arrested by Dallas Police on Thursday. He was identified as a suspect earlier this week after a preliminary investigation.
U.S. added 517,000 jobs in January, blowing away forecasts
The job market remains red-hot despite the Federal Reserve's push to slow economic growth.
Your Next Click: New seasons and new shows premiere this weekend
It's going to be a cold weekend, so grab a blanket, hit the couch, and binge these shows!
State of the Strip District: Pittsburgh iconic neighborhood undergoing historic transformation
The sidewalks used to roll up once 5 p.m. came but now, it's being revitalized.
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China admits owning apparent spy balloon drifting over U.S.
Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Mark Milley recommended not shooting it down due to danger from debris, a senior defense official said.
Go 'Around The Table' with Stacy Smith
Stream Around The Table segments here on CBS News Pittsburgh.
Voters in 32nd District to elect new state representative after Tony DeLuca's death
One of the three special elections will be to replace the late Rep. Tony DeLuca of Penn Hills.
Voters in 32nd District to elect new state representative after Tony DeLuca's death
Next Tuesday, Feb. 7, is election day for about 200,000 people in Allegheny County. One of the three special elections will be to replace the late Rep. Tony DeLuca of Penn Hills; KDKA's Jon Delano reports.
Federal Reserve hikes interest rates 0.25 percentage point
While the central bank is slowing its rate increases, Jerome Powell told investors not to expect lower rates this year.
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I Made It! Mine Market coming to The Block Northway for Valentine's Day event
We're chatting with Carrie Nardini, the director of I Made It! Market, about the upcoming Valentine's Day market event at The Block Northway.
W2 Wednesday: Tax tips to get you the maximum refund
We've reached tax season with W2s going out today, so what do you need to know now that the filling time has come?
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
The year-long avian flu outbreak has surprised many experts in its duration and intensity.
Shopping for savings: Making sure your stomach stays full without emptying your wallet
With high prices, what can you stock up on and save?
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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.
Black History Month: The life and work of Teenie Harris
PTL's Mikey Hood visits the Carnegie Museum of Art to get a look inside the exhibit featuring the life and work of legendary Pittsburgh photographer Teenie Harris.
Bowling tournament benefits Special Olympics Pennsylvania
PTL's Daisy Jade heads to AMF Lanes in Mt. Lebanon to preview an upcoming bowling tournament to benefit the Special Olympics. We're also talking about the annual Polar Plunge!
Congrats to Mikey and Georin on their wedding weekend
We're wishing all the best to Mikey and Georin ahead of their wedding weekend! Congrats to the happy couple.
Pittsburgh Today Live Chat: Feb. 3, 2023
Pittsburgh Today Live's Heather Abraham and David Highfield talk about all the latest goings on and preview what's to come on today's show!
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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
Disease researchers are probing infections in dozens of patients in 11 states and one death linked to the use of artificial tears brand.
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
There are several ways to combat gloominess during the winter months.
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Bengals' Joe Mixon charged with pointing gun at woman
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.
Business News
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How to protect your job amid a surge in AI-assisted layoff decisions in the workplace
2023 is shaping up to be a rough year for employment in some areas, with layoffs in big tech companies like Google, Microsoft, and IBM making headlines.
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
Google is laying off 12,000 workers, or about 6% of its workforce, becoming the latest tech company to trim staff as the economic boom that the industry rode during the COVID-19 pandemic ebbs.
Party City files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy
Party City has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection after struggling with rising prices and a pullback in customer spending.
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Your Next Click: New seasons and new shows premiere this weekend
It's going to be a cold weekend, so grab a blanket, hit the couch, and binge these shows!
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
Adrean Bailey was a teacher with the School District of Philadelphia for 32 years. When she retired, she found pottery and fell in love with it.
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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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.
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.
Black History Month: The life and work of Teenie Harris
PTL's Mikey Hood visits the Carnegie Museum of Art to get a look inside the exhibit featuring the life and work of legendary Pittsburgh photographer Teenie Harris.
Bowling tournament benefits Special Olympics Pennsylvania
PTL's Daisy Jade heads to AMF Lanes in Mt. Lebanon to preview an upcoming bowling tournament to benefit the Special Olympics. We're also talking about the annual Polar Plunge!
Congrats to Mikey and Georin on their wedding weekend
We're wishing all the best to Mikey and Georin ahead of their wedding weekend! Congrats to the happy couple.
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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!
