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PTL hosts Mikey Hood and Katie O'Malley talk about all the latest goings on and preview what's to come on today's show.
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PTL hosts Mikey Hood and Katie O'Malley talk about all the latest goings on and preview what's to come on today's show.
Actor and artistic director Jennifer Tober and actor and playwright Stoney Richards join the show to tell us about this year’s Pittsburgh Shakespeare in the Parks productions!
Forget normal workouts. It’s time for fitness with a party twist. Body Rock 10.0 is back and here to raise the bar, and maybe drop it, too! It’s a celebration of 10 years of sweat, strength, and serious fun.
We all know Pittsburgh loves a good festival, especially when it’s "nacho" average food fest! We’re getting a sneak peek at the wildest party in town: TacoMania, while chatting with Mark Turic, the founder of TacoMania, and Marlyn Parra, the chef and owner of Cilantro & Ajo.
Shari Zatman is here to guide the plot, but here’s the real cliffhanger: Can Mikey and Katie finish the “Book Stack” floral centerpiece in under four minutes?
Book clubs aren’t new, but it feels like everyone’s in one these days. Why chat about the book when you can turn the whole thing into a party? Shari Zatman from Perfectly Planned by Shari is here to show us how to take your next book club from cozy to cover-to-cover fabulous!
We talking to Bubba, of 100.7 Star Pittsburgh, after his record attempt at consecutive rides on the Steel Curtain roller coaster at Kennywood Park.
We've got fashion influencer Chloe Xandria in studio to show us how to convert our summer fashion favorites into trendy fall wear!
PTL's Katie O'Malley is introducing us to the Vital Sips coffee truck. It's an ambulance converted into a coffee truck for all of Pittsburgh's caffeine emergencies and the proceeds go to charities!
Giant Eagle's Chef Crystal Baldwin is back in the kitchen with an easy recipe for back to school time.
This week, Dr. Lori is appraising your Disney treasures! Guess along with Daisy and David on how much they're worth!
We're welcoming KDKA-TV Sports legend Bob Pompeani back to the studio to unveil his new bobblehead, which will be given away at an upcoming Washington Wild Things game!
On this Taste It Tuesday, we're trying a unique ice cream. Jeni's is out with a new opaque mixture!
23 different retailers and restaurants are participating in Taste of Picklesburgh this year, which begins today.
Skenes is the first Pirates player to be selected for the All-Star Game in each of his first two Major League seasons.
Many businesses are welcoming the furries with open arms.
The Humane Animal Rescue of Pittsburgh is issuing an urgent call for help.
Rania Harris is back, and she's got a sweet treat for your holiday weekend - mochacino brownies!
A woman in Shaler is looking to lend a helping hand to neighbors and pet owners in need.
VisAbility Pittsburgh is a place where people who have lost their vision, or never had vision, learn life skills.
Mama Duck, along with Timmy, her smaller duckling, will be on display at Idlewild for all to see.
"Hershey," the upcoming biopic chronicling the life of Pennsylvania chocolatier Milton Hershey, has officially wrapped filming in the Pittsburgh region.
Paul Skenes and Livvy Dunne have become a baseball power couple.
New students have moved in at Carnegie Mellon, Pitt, Point Park, Duquesne, and Carlow.
Campuses throughout the area have been busy.
The Penn Hills School District will provide students tickets to take Pittsburgh Regional Transit buses to school.
The diocese says they are looking to make more security improvements in the coming years.
Marlene Boas joined us to explore how to keep your parenting game strong without the constant "flyovers" when your kids go back to school.
Giant Eagle Prepared Foods Team Leader Chef Crystal Baldwin has a citrus theme in the kitchen.
Rania Harris is making an classic Italian dish that also happens to be Heather's favorite!
Rania and Boaz whipped up a delicious amaretto bread pudding!
Jack Christ has found a love for international cuisine and stopped by the PTL kitchen to share one of his recipes!
Everyone will love these delightful crab-stuffed mushrooms!
Everyone will love these delightful chocolate truffles at the next holiday party!
Giant Eagle Prepared Foods Team Leader Chef Crystal Baldwin has a few recipes to spruce up your Christmas ham!
Rania Harris is helping us get ready to celebrate Hanukkah.
Daisy visited a local spot where your pup can learn to jump, weave and wow just like the pros!
Daisy joined us live from a local alpaca farm where it's all about fiber, fun and furry new friends.
Canine Companions puppy raisers Derek and Nan Hought stop by with our PTL pup Maz. We're getting an update on all the commands she's learning in order to become a Canine Companions service dog.
PTL's Daisy Jade heads to the South Side to get the details of Goat Fest 2025!
Dr. Lori joins us to appraise more of your treasures and antiques! Play along with Heather and David in his round of What's It Worth!
Kimberly Hairston Neal, also known as the Modern Steward, was here to drop some knowledge about what everyday household items you may be holding on to for too long.
We learned how to roll with any budget when it comes to decorating your space with rugs at World of Rugs in Robinson Township. This segment was sponsored by World of Rugs.
There are so many things Pittsburghers take pride in, one of which is what part of town we're from. Dominic Janidas joined us in focusing on our city's different neighborhoods ahead of a 4-1-2 day.
David and Heather played a new game of What's It Worth with Dr. Lori!
Three members of the Undercliff Volunteer Fire Company have been suspended after being accused of responding to a call under the influence of alcohol.
A former leader of a longtime community club in New Kensington is accused of stealing from the very organization he once helped run.
The goal is to double the commercial river traffic capacity traveling up and down the Ohio River.
Johan Oviedo earned his first major league win since 2023 and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Toronto Blue Jays 2-1 to take the three-game series.
A Pennsylvania hotel has taken the No. 1 ranking on a list of the best hotels in the nation for sleep.
Gov. Josh Shapiro said that President Trump's promise to end mail-in voting before the 2026 midterm elections won't affect elections in Pennsylvania.
U.S Rep. Summer Lee plans to introduce the Access to School Supplies Act.
An upcoming bill from Congresswoman Summer Lee plans to help teachers get the proper resources for free. KDKA-TV's Mamie Bah reports.
President Trump is working to coordinate a meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy after Monday's talks.
President Trump says he plans to sign an executive order "to end mail-in ballots, because they're corrupt." Here's what to know about his claims.
A Pennsylvania hotel has taken the No. 1 ranking on a list of the best hotels in the nation for sleep.
Shayna, known for her popular TikTok account, Saving With Shayna, joined us to share her ultimate list of back-to-school deals.
Pennsylvania Attorney General Dave Sunday has joined a national effort to crack down on robocalls.
Billionaire Mark Cuban was back in the Pittsburgh area, as he announced a new partnership with Giant Eagle.
It's no secret that for many people, they wait until the last minute for back to school shopping.
PTL hosts Mikey Hood and Katie O'Malley talk about all the latest goings on and preview what's to come on today's show.
Actor and artistic director Jennifer Tober and actor and playwright Stoney Richards join the show to tell us about this year’s Pittsburgh Shakespeare in the Parks productions!
Forget normal workouts. It’s time for fitness with a party twist. Body Rock 10.0 is back and here to raise the bar, and maybe drop it, too! It’s a celebration of 10 years of sweat, strength, and serious fun.
We all know Pittsburgh loves a good festival, especially when it’s "nacho" average food fest! We’re getting a sneak peek at the wildest party in town: TacoMania, while chatting with Mark Turic, the founder of TacoMania, and Marlyn Parra, the chef and owner of Cilantro & Ajo.
Shari Zatman is here to guide the plot, but here’s the real cliffhanger: Can Mikey and Katie finish the “Book Stack” floral centerpiece in under four minutes?
A Westmoreland County woman says her champion show dog died after eating a new shipment of dog food.
The Shuman Juvenile Detention Center reopened last summer with the promise of taking serious juvenile offenders off the street.
Amid questions surrounding Pittsburgh's budget challenges, the two candidates for mayor shared what they think needs to be done.
Is Pittsburgh headed for a budget crisis, or is it already in crisis?
At the end of the last school year, Brownsville Area School District put a ban on all wearable technology.
Allegheny Health Network just announced record enrollment in its nursing program.
The Allegheny County Health Department announced on Monday that it had identified the first human case of West Nile virus in 2025.
Several parks across the Pittsburgh area will now have equipment for any cardiac emergencies that may take place.
The Allegheny County Health Department detected West Nile Virus in more samples this week and will now treat several neighborhoods.
This weekend's distribution continues an effort that has led to a steady decline in rabid raccoons in Allegheny County over two decades.
Johan Oviedo earned his first major league win since 2023 and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Toronto Blue Jays 2-1 to take the three-game series.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
The Pittsburgh Pirates will recall top pitching prospect Bubba Chandler later this week, reports say.
Max Scherzer pitched six strong innings to notch his 220th career win, and George Springer hit an early two-run home run as the Toronto Blue Jays defeated the Pittsburgh Pirates 7-3 on Tuesday night.
Highmark Stadium is looking at major upgrades.
Pennsylvania recently launched an online application for pardons, becoming one of the first states to digitize the process for people seeking to clear their record of criminal convictions.
The company announced the layoffs as part of a comprehensive cost reduction plan due to reduced sales.
Grant Bar and Lounge in Millvale is for sale.
Ten restaurants in Pittsburgh earned prestigious awards from Wine Spectator for their world-class wine selections.
After only three years, Midland Innovation and Technology Charter School is closing its doors.
A Maryland ticket broker is accused of illegally purchasing and reselling hundreds of thousands of tickets for profit, including thousands to Taylor Swift's highly-sought Eras Tour.
Filming of the Hershey biopic has wrapped, and now Pittsburghers have a chance to own a piece of its production.
If you looked closely at the sidelines of Saturday's Steelers preseason game at Acrisure Stadium, you may have spotted actor Nicholas Hoult.
The Oscar-nominated actor famously played arch-villain General Zod in "Superman" and "Superman II."
Taylor Swift's upcoming album release and her love of all things orange isn't lost on her fans — or businesses clamoring for a piece of the action.
Three members of the Undercliff Volunteer Fire Company have been suspended after being accused of responding to a call under the influence of alcohol.
It's National Bacon Lovers Day, and what better way to celebrate than with a flight of bacon?
Summer camp is a rite of passage for kids, but for some, it can be impossible to experience because of chronic illness or disabilities. Camp INSPIRE is changing that.
Riverlife's Party at the Pier is bringing magical moments back to the David L. Lawrence Convention Center.
Dating apps make it somewhat easy to meet people, but also just as easy to say the wrong thing. If you're hoping to snag a first or second date, this is for you.
Spaun made a thrilling 64-foot birdie putt to win the U.S. Open at Oakmont Country Club.
It was a wet and rainy day at Oakmont Country Club for the third round of the U.S. Open.
Oakmont continued to flex its muscles against the world's best at the U.S. Open on Friday.
The 125th playing of the U.S. Open got underway Thursday morning at Oakmont Country Club.
The best golfers in the world are at Oakmont Country Club preparing for the U.S. Open.
