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Alarming study finds toxic metals in tampons
Many people are wondering if tampons are safe after an alarming study claims to find toxic metals in popular tampons used by millions of women each month.
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Many people are wondering if tampons are safe after an alarming study claims to find toxic metals in popular tampons used by millions of women each month.
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West Virginia's heavily burdened foster care system is losing another top official.
A watchdog group says the Environmental Protection Agency should conduct additional soil studies around the site of a toxic train derailment in Ohio after independent testing found high levels of chemicals in locally grown garlic.
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An Ohio doctor who drew national attention when she claimed COVID-19 vaccines made people magnetic is being sued by the federal government.
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The Environmental Protection Agency warns that cyberattacks against water utilities around the U.S. are becoming more frequent and more severe.
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KDKA's John Shumway is here with what you need to know.
Insight Global will pay $2.7 million in a settlement after exposing 72,000 residents' private medical information.
The recalled beef came from Cargill Meat Solutions in the form of burger patties and ground chuck.
New CDC data shows about 680 women in the U.S. died during pregnancy or shortly after childbirth in 2023, a decline from the previous year.
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force now recommends women get a mammogram every other year starting when they turn 40 years old.
The proposal would recognize the medical uses of cannabis and acknowledge it has less potential for abuse than some other drugs.
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Staying ahead of drug shortages is a constant battle for hospital pharmacists.
A woman from Greensburg is on the road to recovery after surgeons removed a massive tumor from her back. KDKA-TV's Ross Guidotti reports.
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Rania Harris is treating us to a fresh salad recipe perfect for an outdoor summer meal!
In-state, undergraduate students will not see an increase in tuition for the seventh straight year.
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In-state, undergraduate students will not see an increase in tuition for the seventh straight year.
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It wasn't just Pirates rookie Paul Skenes tossing heat at the 94th Midsummer Classic.
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The district attorney's office said their computer serves are shut down and have limited access to email.
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The sniper radioed to a command post, according to a local law enforcement officer.
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A Pittsburgh doctor explains the dangers of expired car seats.
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Columbia Gas wants to abandon service to the Burhan-Crouse Funeral Home.
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Pittsburgh's public safety director said the system fails to address the underlying problems of homelessness, addiction and mental illness.
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In the aftermath of the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump, medics, doctors, and nurses jumped into action to treat the wounded.
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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.
It wasn't just Pirates rookie Paul Skenes tossing heat at the 94th Midsummer Classic.
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Bruce Bochy of the host Rangers became the first manager to win World Series titles and All-Star Games in both leagues.
Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes had a strong showing in his MLB All-Star Game debut.
Joe "Jellybean" Bryant, a former Philadelphia 76ers and La Salle University basketball great and the father of the late, NBA legend Kobe Bryant, has died. He was 69.
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.
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KDKA-TV's Rich Walsh and 93.7 The Fan's Andrew Fillipponi discuss the sports topics of the day.
The district attorney's office currently has limited communication due to a cyberattack.
Stay on top of local weather with meteorologist Mary Ours’s forecast!
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Cranberry Township police asked all residents to shelter in place and lock their doors while they searched for a "suspicious person."
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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.