Chatting with the 2025 National Teen Miss Dance Educators of America, Haylie King
We were so happy to have Haylie King join Talk Pittsburgh. She was just named the 2025 National Teen Miss Dance Educators of America.
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We were so happy to have Haylie King join Talk Pittsburgh. She was just named the 2025 National Teen Miss Dance Educators of America.
For almost 70 years now, we have fallen in love with the story of the Grinch and the adorable Cindy Lou Who. We got to meet the 8-year-old star from Cranberry who is bringing that character to life on stage as par of "How The Grinch Stole Christmas" National Tour.
We were thrilled to have the STEM senior program director at the Sarah Heinz House, Christine Nguyen, and three robotics students to show us some of the robotics projects they've been working on.
We're chatting with Rylee Yoder, of Imperial, Pennsylvania, in this KD Kids Club. She competed against other teens from across the globe to take the Miss Teen International 2024 title. She's also a mental health advocate.
Nine impressive individuals recently competed to represent the state as part of a scholarship program for high school girls. We got to meet the 2025 Distinguished Young Woman of Pennsylvania, Aubrey Bowman!
We met two young people who will get to shine bright like a diamond at the upcoming 2024 Shyne Awards ceremony. Sophia Gerardi and Raymond Porter III are two of this year's recipients.
Fresh off their international trip, we met a few members of the Junior Tamburitzans of Duquesne, to chat about the Croatian Fraternal Union and their trip to Croatia.
Not all of us get to see what's below the surface, but a local seventh grader is already a pro at scuba diving. We joined him underwater in the latest edition of KD Kids Club.
We met the first student pilot to ger her drone license through the "Fly Like a Girl" program on Talk Pittsburgh today!
Two local teens are helping kids and adults struggling with mental illness. Alexis Trischler, one of the founders of The Seen Project, joined us to talk more about this.
Laila King joined us in studio to discuss her recent accomplishments and person mission, that's all about radical love. We were also joined by Scott Flurry, the manager of teen programs.
Three students at A.W. Beattie Career Center in Allison Park combined their different skillsets to help out their peers and they are doing so through a passion project they have named the Caring Cabinet.
Could you imagine being offered more than $1 million in scholarships? That's the case for a Ligonier Valley senior who has wowed a number of universities with her smarts. We were so happy to have Braelyn Bennett with us!
Uplifting others through makeup is the goal of a local teen who is finding some success through her business, KO Cosmetics. We were so happy to have on Kavya Odari on the show!
Nine-year-old Josiah Parry has already become an expert in the kitchen. He bakes cakes for his family and even Steelers' defensive lineman Cam Heyward!
In this edition of KD Kids Club, we talk with Diya and Kasey about their accomplishments so far and how they have the opportunity to explore the world of politics through the YMCA's Youth and Government program.
A rising senior at Greensburg Central Catholic is making quite the impact, not only at her school but across communities in Westmoreland County. In today's KD Kids Club, we talk to Cara Dupilka and the assistant director of community relations and outreach at Saint Vincent College, Lee Intachai.
Our guest for KD Kids Club has quite an impressive resume, from starting her own nonprofit to serving on various boards, and she hasn't even graduated high school yet! We were so happy to have Alekhya Buragadda on the show.
Ana Avdellas, the reigning Distinguished Young Woman of Pennsylvania, does a mock interview for Talk Pittsburgh.
A few weeks ago, 50 graduating seniors from across the country competed in the annual Distinguished Young Women National Finals, including one amazing Beaver County native, Ana Avdellas.
Host Heather Abraham welcomes Seneca Valley School District student Mimi Skowronski to the KD Kids Club. This local middle schooler is competing on a national level in the sport of wrestling.
Julia Cedar joins our KD Kids Club. She's an Upper St. Clair senior who's love for animals inspired her to make a real difference in the lives of pups in our community.
Sierra Dupre joined the show for our KD Kids Club. She's a sophomore at Upper St. Clair and just got back from playing international soccer!
Congrats to Gene Kelly and Henry Mancini Award winners Paulina Bradley, Jacob Story, Kaitlyn Majewski and Tyler Guinto-Brody! The kids and Kiesha Lalama, from the Pittsburgh CLO, are helping host Heather Abraham with her stage presence.
Congrats to Gene Kelly and Henry Mancini Award winners Paulina Bradley, Jacob Story, Kaitlyn Majewski and Tyler Guinto-Brody! Host Heather Abraham talks with them about their journey to The Jimmy Awards!
With a 2027 closure looming for Penn State Fayette County, some lawmakers want to potentially turn it into a senior military college.
If you've ever wondered how hurricanes get their names, it's actually a pretty rigorous process!
Our stretch of dry and comfortable weather is coming to an end next week.
The 73rd annual Pony League World Series returned to Lew Hayes Pony Field in Washington on Friday.
Bryan Reynolds had a two-out, two-run triple in the eighth inning and the Pirates rallied to beat the Reds 3-2 on Friday night.
With a 2027 closure looming for Penn State Fayette County, some lawmakers want to potentially turn it into a senior military college.
If you've ever wondered how hurricanes get their names, it's actually a pretty rigorous process!
Our stretch of dry and comfortable weather is coming to an end next week.
The 73rd annual Pony League World Series returned to Lew Hayes Pony Field in Washington on Friday.
Bryan Reynolds had a two-out, two-run triple in the eighth inning and the Pirates rallied to beat the Reds 3-2 on Friday night.
Back to school can often mean back to screens, but that may be changing soon.
The DOJ published a list of "sanctuary" jurisdictions, vowing to sue them for limiting cooperation with federal immigration agents.
Murder, other violent crimes and motor vehicle thefts all declined in 2024, according to the latest report from the FBI.
Texas Democrats fled the state Sunday, aiming to delay a plan to redraw the state's congressional map and give the GOP a bigger edge — an idea blessed by President Trump.
An Ohio city whose Haitian migrants were disparaged by President Trump last year as he pitched voters on his plans for an immigration crackdown is now bracing to defend them against possible deportation.
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.
Back-to-school shopping season is in full swing. We broke down how to shop smart before the first bell rings.
That's a wrap for this week on PTL!
We spoke to a middle school teacher this morning and she provided some smart tips for tackling middle school like a pro.
The official unveiling of the Washington County Bell took place on Friday morning. Katie was there to get a first look at the Washington County Historical Society. This segment was sponsored by the Washington County Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Promotion Agency.
Shayna, known for her popular TikTok account, Saving With Shayna, joined us to share her ultimate list of back-to-school deals.
Boaz crashed the studio to dive deeper into Pittsburgh's continued legacy in the world of puppetry with the stars of Donkey Hodie, Haley Jenkins and Frankie Cordero.
At the end of the last school year, Brownsville Area School District put a ban on all wearable technology.
Experts are examining the potential connection between air quality in the Mon Valley and student absenteeism.
More and more sleep experts say the early start to the school day is hurting teenagers' grades, bodies and mental health.
Last year, nearly 9,000 teachers left the profession in Pennsylvania.
A Fayette County family is sending a warning message to others who may be looking to move out of the state.
Dr. Ken Nischal joined us to talk about how undetected eye issues can impact learning and can lead to lifelong problems.
The Boar's Head deli meat plant at the heart of a deadly food-poisoning outbreak is set to reopen in the coming months, but recent reports point to ongoing sanitation problems.
A big source of stress during the school year is making sure you've got your meals for the week ready, and here's how you can avoid that stress.
According to Food Allergy Research and Education, food allergies are on the rise among children. Dr. Hey Chong joined us to help us identify common symptoms and spot allergies early.
Dr. Brian Meenan joined us to help us navigate the classroom in the digital age to provide tips for proper posture.
The 73rd annual Pony League World Series returned to Lew Hayes Pony Field in Washington on Friday.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Bryan Reynolds had a two-out, two-run triple in the eighth inning and the Pirates rallied to beat the Reds 3-2 on Friday night.
The Steelers will play their first of three preseason games on Saturday night, and here's what fans need to know.
It took 47 major league games before Pittsburgh Pirates ace Paul Skenes gave up seven hits to an opposing lineup.
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.
Mario Lemieux and Ron Burkle sold the Penguins in 2021 for $900 million and the team could be worth double that price now.
Andrew Carnegie first opened the plant in 1875.
The owners of the Pittsburgh Mills were ordered to pay $1.8 million in fines over pothole-riddled parking lots and overgrown landscaping.
The All-American Rejects played a pop-up concert in the Pittsburgh area on Friday night.
Brandon Blackstock battled cancer for more than three years, his family said.
CEO Bob Iger said Disney will combine the two streaming services to create a "unified app experience."
The show is set in Pittsburgh and has been nominated for several Emmy awards.
Knoebels, Splash Lagoon, and Hersheypark have been listed among the top 20 amusement and water parks in the country.
As Penn State Fayette is set to close in two years, some lawmakers are looking to launch a study that could potentially turn the campus into a senior military college.
If you've ever wondered how hurricanes get their names, KDKA First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin is here to explain how!
Stay on top of local weather with meteorologist Trey Fulbright’s forecast!
KDKA-TV's Rich Walsh and Suzie Cool discuss the sports topics of the day.
An appeals court has ordered Pittsburgh police to reinstate the officer involved in the tasing death of Jim Rogers.
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.
