Harry Potter cover art fetches a record price at auction in New York
The original 1997 illustration for the front of the first Harry Potter book has set a record for Potter-themed memorabilia on the auction block.
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The original 1997 illustration for the front of the first Harry Potter book has set a record for Potter-themed memorabilia on the auction block.
Book clubs are coming back into style! Hosts Heather and David are talking about what they read and the book club trend.
Hosts Heather Abraham and David Highfield are getting a drawing lesson from illustrator and cartoonist Pat Lewis, who will be appearing at the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books. Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh's Mary Monaghan has a preview of this year's festivities.
We're unveiling our April Books & Beyond Book of the Month, and Katie O'Malley is checking out the Allegheny County Library Association's Mobile Services vehicle.
Host Heather Abraham is unveiling our January Book of the Month from author Anjali Sachdeva. "All the Names They Use for God" explores faith and other issues.
Scholastic is backtracking after allowing schools to opt out of offering books related to diversity at book fairs.
Britney Spears' new memoir, "The Woman in Me," comes out Tuesday.
Scholastic said it created the category to protect school workers in states with laws that prohibit titles that deal with race and sexuality.
PTL's Heather Abraham and her daughter, Lila, introduce us to the book of the month. Then, Boaz Frankel heads to South Park Township Library to learn more about Love Your Library Month.
PTL's Heather Abraham and Lila introduce the new Book of the Month, called "This Is A School." Then, Boaz Frankel visits the Avalon Public Library to learn more about a fun roadtrip program that takes families to all of Allegheny County's public libraries.
PTL's Heather Abraham and her son, Rocco, introduce the Book of the Month, "Summertime." We also go along on a StoryWalk presented by the Bridgeville Public Library.
The long overdue dystopian first-edition has parts "as relevant today as they were 65 [years] ago," the man who borrowed the book said in a note to the library.
This week's Books & Beyond Book of the Month is "We Were Liars" by E. Lockhart. Host Heather Abraham sits down with some local librarians from the Allegheny County Library Association for some summer reading recommendations for kids!
The third entry into the Talk Pittsburgh Book Club is "Sidle Creek." Rachel Ekstrom-Courage, of Littsburgh, introduces us to author Jolene McIlwain.
Host Heather Abraham sits down with Andrew Medlar, the president and director of Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh, and award-winning rapper Frzy to talk about their new video series -- "From Books to Bars."
The second annual Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books was held in East Liberty on Saturday.
Hosts Heather Abraham and David Highfield are talking with author W. Bruce Cameron, famous for his bestselling "A Dog's Purpose" novel. He will be appearing this weekend at the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books!
Here's our second entry into the Talk Pittsburgh Book Club! Rachel Ekstrom-Courage, of Littsburgh, picks "Myriad" by local science fiction author and college professor Joshua D. Bellin. The time-traveling story takes place in a Pittsburgh of the future.
Host Heather Abraham sits down with Ann Marie Schiavone, J.D., of Duquesne University School of Law, and Amy Anderson, of Allegheny County Library Association, to discuss the controversial topic of book banning.
Organizers and volunteers are rooting for children to read.
Activist Leon Ford will be at appearing at this year's Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books with his new title "An Unspeakable Hope."
The Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books aims to inspire readers young and old. Children's author Elizabeth Pagel-Hogan is featured with her book "Animal Allies," about women scientists working with animals.
We're kicking off the Talk Pittsburgh Book Club! Welcome Rachel Ekstrom-Courage, of Littsburgh, to talk about the literary scene in Pittsburgh and introduce our book of the month, "Take What You Need."
The lineup is in for this year's Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books!
Organized censorship groups that compile lists of books to challenge "contributed significantly" to the increase, the American Library Association said.
The 71st Annual KDKA Free Care Fund Telethon raised nearly $2 million.
An "angel" donor will match donations made at some red kettles across western Pennsylvania.
AAA is estimating 119 million people will travel at least 50 miles for the upcoming holidays.
A Pennsylvania Turnpike exchange is planned for Penn Township.
Pittsburgh Steelers star linebacker T.
The 71st Annual KDKA Free Care Fund Telethon raised nearly $2 million.
An "angel" donor will match donations made at some red kettles across western Pennsylvania.
AAA is estimating 119 million people will travel at least 50 miles for the upcoming holidays.
A Pennsylvania Turnpike exchange is planned for Penn Township.
Pittsburgh Steelers star linebacker T.
House Republicans are trying to pass a new plan to keep the government funded through the spring.
After Bob Casey lost to Dave McCormick, what comes next for the three-term senator?
The Supreme Court on Wednesday said it will take up a challenge to a new law that could lead to a ban on TikTok in the U.S.
The House Ethics Committee voted to release its report on the investigation into former Rep. Matt Gaetz on Dec. 5, according to multiple sources.
"People deserve to know upfront what they're being asked to pay," FTC Chair Lina Khan said in announcing crackdown on certain consumer fees.
Workers at Amazon facilities in major U.S. cities went on strike Thursday morning.
You've heard of online shopping and package scams, but what about package scams that come right to your door?
An attempt to cut down on energy bills turned into a financial nightmare for a Beaver Falls man.
American Airlines will soon add nonstop service between Pittsburgh International Airport and Los Angeles International Airport.
Pittsburgh Popcorn's food processing facility has been shut down.
We got to re-visit Frzy's performance at Highmark First Night at the end of 2020 when he brought the house down with a performance from a famous Pittsburgh rooftop.
Daisy stopped by Market Square to learn how the Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership is raising money for the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank.
Sean Collier is back with a new edition of the PTL Weekend Guide!
The 71st Annual Free Care Fund Telethon started at 3 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 19. We got a jump start of the telethon on PTL with the Neighborhood Ford Store and Eat'n Park giving away a car!
David Highfield and Heather Abraham talk about all the latest goings on and preview what's to come on today's show.
An attempt to cut down on energy bills turned into a financial nightmare for a Beaver Falls man.
A Pittsburgh woman says she's dealing with a rodent infestation because of a neighboring house that's condemned.
Making housing more affordable is the cornerstone of the Gainey administration, but critics say his efforts have fallen short.
High-speed police chases can lead to the arrest of suspected criminals. But do the chases pose a risk to the public?
The University of Pittsburgh says it is jumping into the NIL sphere with both feet.
Sharon Regional Medical Center employees rallied with family and friends to save the hospital from an impending closure.
Miller Shevitz of Beaver Falls is at his happiest when he's showing off his toys.
Eleven-year-old Jayden Randall of Carrick is one of the children who is alive and thriving today thanks to UPMC Children's Hospital.
Just a few weeks ago, Christine Dankwardt worried walking down the hall would never be possible for her 15-year-old daughter Marissa.
Fitness instructor Jordan Rose joined the program to show us some kettlebell exercises to help build full-body strength.
Pittsburgh Steelers star linebacker T.
Joseph was dealt to the Pens in exchange for future considerations.
The Sporting News named the sophomore linebacker a first-team All-American, making him the first sophomore Pitt defensive player to earn the honor since 1978.
Ogunjobi provided meals and supplies to immigrants resettling in Pittsburgh ahead of Christmas.
Seth Henigan threw for 294 yards and two touchdowns in his final game for No. 25 Memphis.
Pittsburgh Popcorn's food processing facility has been shut down.
Another restaurant in Pittsburgh's Station Square is closing.
Construction is taking off at the Arnold Palmer Regional Airport.
The new location will be opening sometime next summer.
D&G Pizza owner Ken Levato says the final day of business will be Saturday, December 21.
While 2024 may be ending, there's much to look forward to next year, including a major entertainment project by PNC Park.
Tony, Emmy, and Grammy Award-winning artist Barry Manilow will take the stage one final time in Pittsburgh.
Sean "Diddy" Combs filed a motion Friday to dismiss his appeal for bail, meaning he will stay in jail until his trial on sex trafficking charges in May 2025.
Mariah Carey's holiday concert at PPG Paints Arena was canceled on Wednesday afternoon, hours before its scheduled start time.
What we call "Hallmark Movies" during the holiday season might be cheesy but one psychologist tells us, it can be good for your health!
The 71st Annual KDKA Free Care Fund Telethon raised nearly $2 million.
Junior co-host Jordy helped flip the switch on the tree during the 71st Annual KDKA Free Care Fund Telethon.
Workers at Amazon facilities in major U.S. cities went on strike Thursday morning.
AAA is estimating 119 million people will travel at least 50 miles for the upcoming holidays. They expect it to be another record-setting year as people continue to travel with the pandemic over. KDKA-TV's Chris Hoffman reports.
A Pennsylvania Turnpike exchange is planned for Penn Township.
Newborn babies at UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital got dressed up in holiday onesies and hats knit by a nurse.
Pittsburgh has won 21 straight regular season home games against Cleveland.
Crews found the body of Elizabeth Pollard, the Pennsylvania grandma who fell into a sinkhole in Unity Township.
A Pennsylvania woman might have fallen into a sinkhole while searching for her missing cat, police said.
Fallen Pittsburgh Fire Battalion Chief John Walsh was laid to rest on Monday
