President Obama Singles Out Leetsdale Man During Healthcare Speech
John Mier of Leetsdale was working when President Barack Obama referenced his letter during a mid-day press event on Monday.
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John Mier of Leetsdale was working when President Barack Obama referenced his letter during a mid-day press event on Monday.
Unable to get health insurance because of a pre-existing condition, Julie Goodenough of Crafton was excited to sign up for coverage under the Affordable Care Act, but so far it's been frustrating.
They could not be more different – 57-year-old liberal Democrat Dan Frankel from Squirrel Hill and 29-year-old conservative Republican Jim Christiana of Beaver.
On Tuesday, Pennsylvanians without health insurance can pick one of 36 private insurance plans that the Obama administration says, on average, will cost around $286 a month.
Americans can start to sign up for health insurance under the Affordable Care Act or Obamacare next Tuesday, but do you know what that means?
America's Health & Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius was in town on Tuesday with a message to 1.2 million Pennsylvanians without health insurance.
Penn State University plans to charge all employees who do not undergo a health screening $100 a month!
Do you play the waiting game at your doctor's office? If your answer is yes, it can be quite frustrating.
It's not campaign season, but you might think so with the back-and-forth television ads from UPMC and Highmark.
What The Affordable Care Act Means For Pennsylvanians
The new Patient's Bill of Rights protects many basic rights of Americans when it comes to personal health care and dealing with insurance companies.
While America has the most expensive health care system in the world, Americans do not live longer or have better health than people in most other developed countries.
An afternoon of family fun left a New Kensington man paralyzed. More than a year later, he's finally back home, but his wife says he is not getting the around-the-clock care he was approved for.
The University of Pittsburgh Medical Center is the area's largest health employer with more than 60,000 employees.
The battle continues to heat up between UPMC and Highmark.
Highmark has launched a new advertisement designed to rally support for its acquisition of West Penn Allegheny with a pointed attack on its rival UPMC.
New research shows dementia is more costly than heart disease or cancer.
Funds for low-income health insurance programs were diverted, the programs disbanded and that has left thousands in Pennsylvania with no assistance. On Tuesday, a Commonwealth Court judge declared unconstitutional a state law that siphoned money from the Adult Basic Health Care program into state coffers.
Dimitri Vassilaros spoke with The Cato Institute's Director of Health Policy Studies Michael Cannon regarding health care changes expected Jan. 1.
After all the hype regarding Walmart employees' discontent with their employer and the threat of a strike on Black Friday, the long holiday weekend was saw banner sales and virtually no protest at Walmarts.
The Buck Starts Here wishes a happy Thanksgiving to our readers. For progressives there is much to be thankful for this year.
Even the most liberal of Democrats must agree that Obama's inability to get foes to work with him is severely impeding any progress this country.
After two years and more than two billion dollars spent, President Obama was returned to Washington with a clear mandate on the economy and the direction of the country.
On Friday, President Barack Obama told his supporters at a campaign rally – inside a public high school, no less – to vote for revenge!
Adam Fox scored twice and added an assist as the New York Rangers beat the Penguins 6-1 to give new coach Mike Sullivan a victory in his return to Pittsburgh.
Allar, a senior, will now see his college career come to an end.
Detectives are conducting an investigation.
Police say the incident took place just before 3 a.m. Friday on Third Street in Ernest Borough.
Caleb Komolafe ran for 72 yards and a touchdown and Northwestern held on to beat Penn State 22-21 on Saturday.
Adam Fox scored twice and added an assist as the New York Rangers beat the Penguins 6-1 to give new coach Mike Sullivan a victory in his return to Pittsburgh.
Allar, a senior, will now see his college career come to an end.
Detectives are conducting an investigation.
Police say the incident took place just before 3 a.m. Friday on Third Street in Ernest Borough.
Caleb Komolafe ran for 72 yards and a touchdown and Northwestern held on to beat Penn State 22-21 on Saturday.
Former President Joe Biden is undergoing radiation therapy and hormone treatment amid his ongoing treatment for prostate cancer, a spokesperson said.
The government shutdown is now in its tenth day.
A federal grand jury has indicted New York Attorney General Letitia James, marking the second Trump foe to face federal prosecution in recent weeks.
The announcement comes days after President Trump presented a 20-point peace plan aimed at ending the war in Gaza.
Former FBI Director James Comey, a longtime foe of President Trump, appeared in Virginia for an arraignment, in his first court appearance since he was charged.
The Community Supermarket in the Heights Plaza Shopping Center is closing.
It's the age-old question for Pennsylvanians: Sheetz or Wawa?
Some Pittsburgh-area towns accuse one mall owner of deliberately running down his properties.
This closure marks the latest in a long list of retailers that have pulled out of the mall.
Spirit Christmas is coming to the Pittsburgh area this holiday season.
That's a wrap for this week on PTL! Here's a look back at the fun we had.
A Beaver County boy was not hurt when he got lost in a neighbor's cornfield earlier this week. Thankfully, he had a loyal dog that stuck by his side the whole time.
Local maker, Calamityware, is donating a portion of their October proceeds to the KDKA-TV Turkey Fund. Here's how you can get your hands on their fun, quirky and whimsical designs.
In this edition of 'Burgh Buzz, Heather and David have a look at some of the fall festivals and activities going on around western Pennsylvania.
We're chatting with two of the actors from the Pittsburgh Opera as they prepare to bring the classic musical, "La Bohème," to the Benedum Center stage.
People rallied to try and save both jobs and medical care at the only Allegheny Health Network facility in New Kensington.
The Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh is responding after learning a swastika and what appears to be a German war eagle were found tiled into the floor of a Beaver County home.
Some Pittsburgh-area towns accuse one mall owner of deliberately running down his properties.
KDKA Investigates looked into what's behind the county's success in preventing deadly crime.
A Fayette County flower shop is sounding the alarm after learning another out-of-state business appears to be impersonating its company.
Families learn to overcome fear and find strength as they talk openly about loving someone who's struggling with addiction or recovery.
West Virginia Gov. Patrick Morrisey has been walking a mile a day, and urging others to do so.
What Michelle Best of Cook Forest thought would be an easy bike ride landed her in the hospital and in a wheelchair.
Dr. Zach Shasteen is back in the studio. The chiropractor is showing us some stretches you should be doing before going to the pumpkin patch and carving your jack-o-lantern.
In the age of AI, it's easy to ask the technology about everything, including your health, but a doctor cautions, it could mean life and death.
Adam Fox scored twice and added an assist as the New York Rangers beat the Penguins 6-1 to give new coach Mike Sullivan a victory in his return to Pittsburgh.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Allar, a senior, will now see his college career come to an end.
Caleb Komolafe ran for 72 yards and a touchdown and Northwestern held on to beat Penn State 22-21 on Saturday.
Mason Heintschel threw for 310 yards and connected with Desmond Reid on a pair of touchdown passes as Pittsburgh defeated No. 25 Florida State 34-31.
People rallied to try and save both jobs and medical care at the only Allegheny Health Network facility in New Kensington.
The Community Supermarket in the Heights Plaza Shopping Center is closing.
It's the age-old question for Pennsylvanians: Sheetz or Wawa?
The company recently applied for $7.5 million in state grant funding that would be used to tear down the existing mall structures to make way for redevelopment.
Some Pittsburgh-area towns accuse one mall owner of deliberately running down his properties.
Diane Keaton had a decades-long career with performances in 1977's "Annie Hall," the "The Godfather" films, and many more.
The trailer for Season 4 of the Pittsburgh-filmed drama "Mayor of Kingstown" is out.
A ribbon-cutting and induction ceremony for the first 10 names being added to the Pittsburgh Walk of Fame will be held later this month.
It's been 15 years since a song talking about a couple of colors made a music artist a household name.
Dolly Parton's spokesperson told CBS News that she was filming the video to address fans' concerns.
Stay on top of local weather with First Alert Meteorologist Trey Fulbright's forecast!
Four people are in custody, and a police officer was injured after a chase that went through multiple neighborhoods, including Downtown Pittsburgh. KDKA-TV's Mamie Bah has the latest.
The Pittsburgh International Airport took a step closer to opening its brand-new terminal on Saturday. A ribbon-cutting and open house welcomed more than 10,000 people for a first look. KDKA-TV's Jessica Riley shares more.
Two people were killed in a crash in Westmoreland County on Saturday evening.
Watch as teams from Charleroi, Somerset Area, and Springdale high schools compete on this edition of KD Quiz!
The 44th annual KDKA-TV Turkey Fund will help our neighbors in need have a nice meal for Thanksgiving.
West Virginia scored a late touchdown to tie the game and then beat Pitt in overtime to win the 108th Backyard Brawl.
Eli Holstein threw for 304 yards and 4 touchdown passes in the 45-17 Panthers' win over the Chippewas.
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.
