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Health Experts Say Benefits Of COVID-19 Vaccine Booster Shots Outweigh Concerns
COVID-19 vaccine booster shots will begin to be available to the general public in September but raise several questions.
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COVID-19 vaccine booster shots will begin to be available to the general public in September but raise several questions.
Researchers at WVU are working on a new type of COVID-19 vaccine that would be a nasal mist spray instead of a shot.
Carnegie Mellon University will now require COVID-19 vaccinations for faculty and staff too.
Pittsburgh's Cultural District arts organizations will require proof of COVID-19 vaccinations for indoor performances.
The Biden administration will require that nursing home staff be vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition for those facilities to continue receiving federal Medicare and Medicaid funding.
The large majority of Pitt students in university housing have proved they're vaccinated against COVID-19.
The Pittsburgh Steelers are hosting a COVID-19 vaccine clinic for fans before Saturday night's game against the Detroit Lions.
Giant Eagle is now offering COVID booster shots for people with weakened immune systems.
Eighty percent of Pennsylvanian adults have gotten at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine, Gov. Tom Wolf announced Monday.
If anyone needs a COVID-19 vaccine, UPMC is hosting several upcoming clinics.
The Pennsylvania Department of Health says it is "already working with vaccine providers" on providing an additional dose of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine for certain immunocompromised people after new guidance was issued this week.
U.S. regulators on Thursday said transplant recipients and others with severely weakened immune systems can get an extra dose of the Pfizer or Moderna COVID-19 vaccines to better protect them as the delta variant continues to surge.
The Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival in September is requiring all attendees to be vaccinated against COVID-19.
The Pennsylvania Department of Health says it expects all nursing homes to have at least 80 percent of their staff vaccinated by Oct. 1 or else employees will face more frequent testing.
Stage AE will require people to show proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test.
Maroon 5, slated to perform at the Pavilion at Star Lake this month, will require proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test for attendees.
The union that represents about 10,000 guards in Pennsylvania's state prisons told Gov. Tom Wolf Thursday it plans legal action to stop his effort to force them to get COVID-19 vaccines over the next month.
Next month's Barrel and Flow Fest is announcing new COVID-19 safety policies.
This weekend, local leaders have stepped up to call on the unvaccinated to get the COVID-19 vaccine.
Monday marks an important deadline for students at Carnegie Mellon University -- as all students will need to provide proof that they've been vaccinated against COVID-19.
The University of Pittsburgh will require unvaccinated students and employees to take part in a series of strict coronavirus containment measures this fall.
Pennsylvania's Department of Health has reduced the number of COVID-19 vaccine doses that had been administered by about 500,000, saying the numbers were duplicates.
UPMC and Pittsburgh Public Schools are teaming up to get more Pittsburgh Public Schools students and their families vaccinated.
If you still want to get the COVID-19 vaccine, clinics are still open around the Western Pennsylvania region.
Gov. Tom Wolf has vetoed a Republican-crafted bill to ban so-called COVID-19 "vaccine passports" in some cases.
On today's show: Kidsburgh, Vigilance Theater, Kyle Holbrook, Sprtizery, and more!
Penn Hills will reconfigure routes as well as outsource some routes to Pittsburgh Regional Transit.
At noon today, the infamous Picklesburgh kicks off!
The Steelers signed their 2016 seventh-round pick, linebacker Tyler Matakevich, to a one-year contract.
After some quick showers and cooler temperatures, we're in for much more comfortable weather.
Penn Hills will reconfigure routes as well as outsource some routes to Pittsburgh Regional Transit.
The U.S. Secret Service is facing mounting questions about the security flaws that allowed the shooter to fire from a rooftop near the rally.
At noon today, the infamous Picklesburgh kicks off!
The Steelers signed their 2016 seventh-round pick, linebacker Tyler Matakevich, to a one-year contract.
After some quick showers and cooler temperatures, we're in for much more comfortable weather.
The U.S. Secret Service is facing mounting questions about the security flaws that allowed the shooter to fire from a rooftop near the rally.
President Biden said, "I feel good," after the White House announced he had tested positive for COVID-19 and was experiencing mild symptoms.
Two Butler law enforcement officials have been requested to testify about the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump.
President Biden is considering proposals to reform the Supreme Court, CBS News has learned.
While some delegates had other preferences, they all agreed that Trump's choice of JD Vance will help the ticket in this region.
A Pittsburgh doctor explains the dangers of expired car seats.
Want to check the latest product recalls, click here!
The health department issued a consumer alert for Coraopolis Cash Market,
Fans looking for tickets to the game will need to buy season tickets, a mini-plan, or group tickets.
Sheetz will now deliver beer to Pennsylvanians, the Altoona-based convenience store chain announced on Tuesday.
Hundreds of local people are preparing for the 412's largest outdoor volleyball tournament. Katie O'Malley was live outside of the PTL studios to test her skills and learn more about the tournament.
Stinkin' Cute Trees are having their Christmas in July open house, right now! It's happening in Monaca until this Saturday.
Katie and Rania were in the kitchen this morning making a delightful beef tenderloin salad!
Daisy was outta tahn, and the destination was Altoona. From forts to railways, we got a sneak peek into our country's history. There are so many things for kids, young and old.
A local hot spot has re-opened its doors with a fresh take and a deep-rooted Steel City connection. We were able to get a first bite from The Berg.
The Pittsburgh Bureau of Police is initiating new patrols Downtown focused on smoke shops and the street activity around them.
Columbia Gas wants to abandon service to the Burhan-Crouse Funeral Home.
Leaders in Pittsburgh have taken the first step toward preventing the random Downtown attacks the city has seen on innocent people.
Pittsburgh's public safety director said the system fails to address the underlying problems of homelessness, addiction and mental illness.
A new voicemail scam is hoping to trick you into giving away your personal information.
In the aftermath of the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump, medics, doctors, and nurses jumped into action to treat the wounded.
A Baldwin resident has been hospitalized with Allegheny County's first human case of West Nile virus this year.
Rite Aid, which has already closed hundreds of stores, is shutting more locations in Michigan and Ohio.
Whooping cough is making a post-pandemic comeback in Allegheny County and around Pennsylvania.
Tahjana Lewis suffered burns to her chest, arms and legs, according to a recent lawsuit the Connecticut woman filed.
The Steelers signed their 2016 seventh-round pick, linebacker Tyler Matakevich, to a one-year contract.
Pitt and men's basketball coach Jeff Capel have agreed to a contract extension that runs through at least the 2029-30 season.
A Pittsburgher is going to the 2024 Paralympic Games in Paris.
It wasn't just Pirates rookie Paul Skenes tossing heat at the 94th Midsummer Classic.
The board of directors is expected to discuss changes to its competitive balance rule.
A lifelong Pittsburgher has been named the new general manager of Kennywood.
The multi-year partnership begins this season.
KDKA-TV talked exclusively with Takahiro Mori, vice chairman of Nippon Steel and the head of its global operations, about the proposed deal.
The popular Pittsburgh spot was praised for its pepperoni size and its unique crust.
The health department issued a consumer alert for Coraopolis Cash Market,
"Big Brother" announced Tuesday the 16 new Houseguests who will move into the "Big Brother" house and, for the first time ever, have the power to vote in a 17th houseguest.
"Dance Moms" star Christi Lukasiak is facing DUI charges after a crash in Westmoreland County last month.
After many people criticized Andress' rendition of the National Anthem online, comparing her with Fergie, the singer says she's going to rehab.
Shannen Doherty had been battling cancer since 2015.
Richard Simmons devoted his life to making people sweat with his "Sweatin' to the Oldies" workout videos.
Some Penn Hills students will now ride Pittsburgh Regional Transit buses as the district looks to save on transportation costs.
Final preparations are underway as 2024 Picklesburgh begins today and KDKA's Chilekasi Adele gives us a live look at PPG Place!
KDKA-TV's Rich Walsh and 93.7 The Fan's Chris Mueller discuss the sports topics of the day.
Stay on top of local weather with meteorologist Mary Ours’s forecast!
Get the latest weather updates with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast.
Cranberry Township police asked all residents to shelter in place and lock their doors while they searched for a "suspicious person."
People in the Pittsburgh area are cleaning up after storms rolled through on Wednesday.
To celebrate a company-wide Community Day, KDKA held a food donation drive for the people who need the most help in our area. The Talk Pittsburgh team loaded the donations up and took them over to Jubilee Kitchen. Here's a look!
Residents in Western Pennsylvania are cleaning up after storms rolled through the region on Monday.
Pro-Palestinian protesters set up a new encampment at the University of Pittsburgh.