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Nobody wants to be the product of public embarrassment, especially children. In recent years, there have been countless videos of parents going online and intentionally shaming their kids. Jennifer Eisenreich, the owner of Shift Show Communication, joined us to chat more about this.
Patty Maxwell, the founder of Engage Kidz, joined us to share her thoughts on a style parenting that is embracing a unique style of parenting, focusing on free play.
Stephanie Wijkstrom, the founder of the Counseling and Wellness Center of Pittsburgh, joined us to talk more about the benefits of family therapy.
Many kids went back to school last week after winter break. Some may have excitement, while others are more reluctant. Barron Whited, a counselor at Agora Cyber Charter School, has some tips for parents on how to help their kids get a fresh start.
Conscious parenting is the practice of being mindful of who you are as a parent and reflecting on how your mental and physical health affects your children. We dove into that subject with Muffy Mendoza and Gregg Behr.
Karyn Locke, from the travel blog "With Sand and Snow", stopped by to show us which places you should check out for a great weekend getaway!
Many people are using this month to come up with resolutions to start 2024 off right. Barron Whited, a counselor with Agora Cyber Charter School, says this is the perfect time for parents to focus on how to help their kids thrive.
Changes could be coming to Pennsylvania family courts as advocates push back against parental alienation claims. They're throwing their support behind a bill aimed at protecting children from abuse. We were joined by Meg St-Esprit who just wrote an investigative piece on these custody battles.
Our parenting expert, Patty Maxwell with Engage Kidz, was here to talk about why teaching children how to regulate their emotions is so important.
The executive director of Kidsburgh, Melissa Rayworth, is back with some easy tools you can try with your relatives this year on how to reconnect with our family history.
Our parent panel, Muffy Mendoza from Brown Mamas, and Brea Schmidt from the Thinking Branch, talked with us about how to find the right balance for holiday traditions.
Meg St-Esprit joined us for another edition of Family Matters.
Patty Maxwell, the founder of Engage Kidz LLC, joined us to give families tips on how to handle the holiday season.
Parents may balk at having a conversation about consent with their young children, but the concept can be taught at any age, and sex doesn't have to be part of the equation. The founder of the Counseling and Wellness Center of Pittsburgh, Stephanie Wijkstrom, was here to share how to talk with your kids about this.
In the classroom, students with dyslexia are still getting left behind. Despite the fact that learning disorder affects 20-percent of people in the U.S., without the right support, it can feel impossible to catch up. One local father's experience inspired him to start a learning program using artificial intelligence.
Meg St-Esprit, a journalist, joined the show to talk about Halloween candy how she is refusing to let diet culture creep into her favorite holiday.
If your child is struggling to finish their homework in time or is getting low test scores, they may need help with their study skills and time management. Barron Whited, a counselor at Agora Cyber Charter School, has some tips for both parents and students.
Being a parent can be overwhelming, from cleaning up after your kids to making meals. To talk more about the pressures of being the perfect parent, we had on Muffy Mendoza, Brea Schmidt and Gregg Behr.
Patty Maxwell, the founder of Engage Kidz, has some tips on how parents should handle the spooky holiday.
Setting boundaries with your family can be difficult, especially if they continue to cross them. Stephanie Wijkstrom, the founder of the Counseling and Wellness Center of Pittsburgh, has some advice on how to put these in place and enforce them.
Two local groups are creating opportunities for the critical impact of the development of children in our communities. Adam James Zahren and Randi Vega joined our show for a new edition of Family Matters.
Stephanie Wijkstrom joined us for another segment to talk about a growing conversation surrounding "Eldest daughter syndrome."
Brea Schmidt, of the Thinking Branch, and Gregg Behr, the co-author of "When You Wonder, You're Learning," joined the show to go over what they've learned in having hard conversations with their children.
"Sibling Hack" has gone viral on TikTok. Some parents in the comments were excited to try it out, while others weren't sure it would work with their family. Patty Maxwell from Engage Kidz stopped by to talk about this system.
College visits are an essential step for high school students as they prepare for their future, and they can help your child figure out what university is the best fit for them. Barron Whited, a counselor for Agora Cyber Charter School, is back in the studio with tips on how to make the most out of these visits.
We're in for another cold day on Sunday before we get some relief on Monday.
Members of the Kecksburg Volunteer Rescue Squad were shocked to find the locks on their ambulance shed were changed with no notice.
All season long, the Pittsburgh Steelers have depended on a standard formula for winning: stop the run, protect the ball, force the opponent into mistakes.
Nico Hischier had a goal and two assists and Jacob Markstrom made 12 saves for his second shutout of the season as the New Jersey Devils beat the Pittsburgh Penguins 3-0.
The suspect drove through the doors of a JCPenny in Killeen, Texas, and continued inside for "several hundred yards," an official said.
We're in for another cold day on Sunday before we get some relief on Monday.
Members of the Kecksburg Volunteer Rescue Squad were shocked to find the locks on their ambulance shed were changed with no notice.
All season long, the Pittsburgh Steelers have depended on a standard formula for winning: stop the run, protect the ball, force the opponent into mistakes.
Nico Hischier had a goal and two assists and Jacob Markstrom made 12 saves for his second shutout of the season as the New Jersey Devils beat the Pittsburgh Penguins 3-0.
The suspect drove through the doors of a JCPenny in Killeen, Texas, and continued inside for "several hundred yards," an official said.
Democratic U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown made clear during a farewell speech Tuesday that he does not plan to abandon his career-long fight for American workers despite suffering a bitter defeat last month in Ohio.
Government watchdog claims Americans lost hundreds of millions to fraud related to the bank-operated mobile payments network.
The U.S. government faced the threat of a shutdown if Congress didn't pass a spending bill before Dec. 21, 2024. Here's a look at the potential impact.
The stopgap measure will fund the government and provide tens of billions in disaster relief.
After Bob Casey lost to Dave McCormick, what comes next for the three-term senator?
There was "snow" stopping people from getting their last-minute presents on Friday.
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.
Downtown Pittsburgh is turning into a winter wonderland this New Year's Eve! We learned about what you can expect on New Year's Eve in the Steel City!
We moved into the PTL Kitchen to surprise Celina on her last show with us to have a Pompeani Pizza Party!
Your incredible generosity has helped us raise over $90 million for the Free Care Fund at UPMC Children's Hospital. We revealed this year's grand total!
Our PTL Pup Maz was here today! We got to see how her training has been going and if she learned any new commands!
The holiday spirit was in full swing today on the show. David and Heather got to play Santa as they exchanged gifts!
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.
A University of Pittsburgh research group is reaching new limits and perfecting a robot to help people with ALS live better lives.
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.
All season long, the Pittsburgh Steelers have depended on a standard formula for winning: stop the run, protect the ball, force the opponent into mistakes.
Nico Hischier had a goal and two assists and Jacob Markstrom made 12 saves for his second shutout of the season as the New Jersey Devils beat the Pittsburgh Penguins 3-0.
Lamar Jackson threw three touchdown passes and Marlon Humphrey scored on a fourth-quarter interception return to help the Baltimore Ravens pull even with Pittsburgh atop the AFC North with a 34-17 victory over the Steelers.
Rickey Henderson is widely considered to be one of the best leadoff hitters and base stealers in baseball.
Dominic DeLuca and Tony Rojas returned interceptions for touchdowns and Penn State toyed with mistake-prone SMU in a 38-10 victory in the opening round of the College Football Playoff.
A pair of businessmen say they have plans to breathe new life into the former Redbeard's on Mount Washington.
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.
It seems that every year around the holidays, people tend to revisit a select few movies.
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.
Stay on top of local weather with meteorologist Trey Fulbright’s forecast!
This week's edition of Intersections with Lisa Smith.
EMS volunteers at one small Westmoreland County agency are sounding the alarm over thier sudden inability to answer calls. KDKA-TV’s Ricky Sayer shares the story.
Snow across the Pittsburgh area on Saturday morning made a mess of the roads. KDKA-TV's Ricky Sayer was out tracking some crashes and shares some close calls.
Get the latest weather updates with meteorologist Kristin Emery's forecast!
The 71st Annual KDKA Free Care Fund Telethon raised more than $1.7 million. Here are some photos from the night.
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.
