2023 Free Care Fund: Elizabeth faces leukemia diagnosis with "grit and grace" at UPMC Children's Hospital
During the summer of 2021, Elizabeth Loughren of Oakmont was like any other 10-year-old girl, until she wasn't.
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During the summer of 2021, Elizabeth Loughren of Oakmont was like any other 10-year-old girl, until she wasn't.
This week is the 70th annual KDKA Free Care Fund Telethon. All week, we're going to introduce you to local children who are alive today thanks to the care they received at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh. Up first is Elizabeth Loughren. Ken Rice showed us not only is she smart and athletic, she's also brave, strong and a cancer warrior.
KDKA held their fourth annual "Free Care Fund Christmas In July Telethon" on Thursday and set a new record for the effort.
KDKA held their fourth annual "Free Care Fund Christmas In July Telethon" on Thursday and set a new record for the effort
A new location brings new challenges getting to and from the event, so John Shumway is here to help you out.
Heather spoke to KDKA Managing Editor Corey Martin and Joey Warren from the UPMC Children's Hospital Foundation about today's telethon and our big 70th annual telethon in December.
Jackson Hawkins, of Sharon, Pennsylvania, has been defying the odds since before he was born. At just 4-years-old, he's already had quite the journey. KDKA's Jessica Guay has his story of hope.
We're coming back to you in December for a BIG milestone. It will be the 70th annual KDKA-TV Free Care Fund Telethon.
Penn United Technologies, Inc. is stepping up with a huge donation for the 70th anniversary of the KDKA-TV Free Care Fund Telethon.
Today on PTL, it's the fourth annual KDKA-TV Free Care Fund Christmas in July Telethon! And, Santa Claus is stopping by the phone bank.
PTL hosts Heather Abraham and David Highfield sit down with Rachel Petrucelli, the president of the UPMC Children's Hospital Foundation, to talk about all the good the Free Care Fund does for children each year.
Today on PTL, it's the fourth annual KDKA-TV Free Care Fund Christmas in July Telethon! We're jumpstarting the fundraising toward the Free Care Fund Telethon in December. PTL's Daisy Jade and Ron Smiley talk with some of the volunteers manning the phone bank.
What Amanda and Adam thought was going to be, at most, a one-day visit to UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, turned out to be a 22-day stay at the hospital for their young daughter, Rosie; KDKA's Lindsay Ward reports.
For the fourth annual KDKA-TV Free Care Fund Christmas in July Telethon, we're looking back at the history of the fund and of hospital for children's here in Pittsburgh.
Taylor Roles' miracle recovery from a very rare condition is thanks to the doctors, nurses and therapists at UPMC Children's Hospital. KDKA's John Shumway has the story of our KDKA-TV Free Care Fund Christmas in July Telethon junior co-host.
Today on PTL, it's the fourth annual KDKA-TV Free Care Fund Christmas in July Telethon! We're jumpstarting the fundraising toward the Free Care Fund Telethon in December. Hosts Heather Abraham, David Highfield, Daisy Jade and Ron Smiley have more!
On today's show: the KDKA-TV Free Care Fund Christmas in July Telethon! Click for more information about today's guests!
Since 1954, KDKA-TV has partnered with UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh to help support the hospital's Free Care Fund with our annual Free Care Fund Telethon during the holiday season. Here's a look behind the scenes of the 69th annual telethon!
Jackson Hawkins, 4, of Sharon, Pennsylvania, has been defying the odds since before he was born.
Jackson Hawkins, 4, of Sharon, Pennsylvania, has been defying the odds since before he was born.
Lacqueeta Oduogo was born in Kenya, and at 9 months of age, she was diagnosed with sickle cell disease.
Eat n' Park and the Neighborhood Ford Store have teamed to give away a vehicle to benefit the KDKA-TV Free Care Fund.
Eat n' Park and the Neighborhood Ford Store have teamed to give away a vehicle to benefit the KDKA-TV Free Care Fund.
Norah Caporali will be celebrating two years cancer free this January.
What Amanda and Adam thought was going to be at most a one-day visit, turned out to be a 22-day stay at the hospital for their young daughter, Rosie.
The wiggle room the Pittsburgh Steelers once enjoyed atop the AFC North is gone.
Swissvale's police department and other local departments sought to help those in need Sunday with a drive-through toy giveaway.
A small plane had to make an emergency landing on Interstate 376 in Beaver County on Sunday.
On the last day of school before Christmas break, when most students can't concentrate on learning something new, one local school district turned it into a school-wide bocci tournament.
Brian McCormack, a longtime energy consultant, and Andrew Peek, a seasoned Middle East adviser, will take senior roles on the NSC, according to people familiar with the matter.
The wiggle room the Pittsburgh Steelers once enjoyed atop the AFC North is gone.
Swissvale's police department and other local departments sought to help those in need Sunday with a drive-through toy giveaway.
A small plane had to make an emergency landing on Interstate 376 in Beaver County on Sunday.
On the last day of school before Christmas break, when most students can't concentrate on learning something new, one local school district turned it into a school-wide bocci tournament.
Brian McCormack, a longtime energy consultant, and Andrew Peek, a seasoned Middle East adviser, will take senior roles on the NSC, according to people familiar with the matter.
Brian McCormack, a longtime energy consultant, and Andrew Peek, a seasoned Middle East adviser, will take senior roles on the NSC, according to people familiar with the matter.
Sen. Joe Manchin sat down for an exit interview of sorts with "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan."
Trump's election is a big part of the positive outlook, especially for Republicans.
An F/A-18 fighter jet was "mistakenly fired on" by the guided missile cruiser USS Gettysburg, authorities 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.
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.
The wiggle room the Pittsburgh Steelers once enjoyed atop the AFC North is gone.
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.
Capitol buildings are almost always an imposing presence.
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.
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.
Police on Sunday received unconfirmed calls of someone with a gun at the Monroeville Mall. No evidence was found of anyone with a gun or shots being fired inside the building, police later said. KDKA-TV's Ricky Sayer shares the latest details.
KDKA-TV's Bob Pompeani discusses the sports topics of the day.
Swissvale's police department and other local departments sought to help those in need on Sunday with a drive-through toy giveaway. KDKA-TV's Chilekasi Adele has the story.
A large police presence was called to the Monroeville Mall on Sunday. Initial reports indicated there was a shooting incident inside the mall, but police later confirmed there was no evidence of any gunshots fired inside the building. KDKA-TV's Ricky Sayer reports.
On the last day of school before Christmas, which is a day when most students can't concentrate on learning something new, one local school district turned it into a school-wide bocci tournament.
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.
