Young man alive thanks to care from UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh
A special young man is alive today thanks to the special care he received at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh.
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A special young man is alive today thanks to the special care he received at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh.
Taytum Burns' laugh is infectious. It's hard not to smile around her.
UPMC Children’s performs miracles every day, and KDKA-TV's Kristine Sorensen got to meet one little girl who is one of those miracles. Taytum Burns got a heart transplant when she was nine months old, and now, five months later, she’s living her best life.
Now at age 4, George is doing well, but Amy also knows that could change as her son continues to grow and change.
Like most girls her age, 11-year-old Luna Duffy is a big Taylor Swift fan and has learned how to play some of Swift's songs on the piano.
Imagine expecting your second child in just three days, when you find out your first child has a life-threatening condition. That's how Luna Duffy's story began. KDKA-TV's David Highfield takes it from there.
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.
Police said three separate incidents, including shots fired, an armed robbery, and a vehicle theft, happened on Saturday morning.
FBI Director Kash Patel posted videos of a person outside the home of Nancy Guthrie, the mother of Savannah Guthrie, on the morning of her disappearance.
PennDOT is asking for your input with a new online survey available now through Feb. 28.
Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson has had the final two of nearly 30 civil lawsuits against him dismissed.
Temperatures will dip back into the 30s and 20s later this week.
Police said three separate incidents, including shots fired, an armed robbery, and a vehicle theft, happened on Saturday morning.
FBI Director Kash Patel posted videos of a person outside the home of Nancy Guthrie, the mother of Savannah Guthrie, on the morning of her disappearance.
PennDOT is asking for your input with a new online survey available now through Feb. 28.
Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson has had the final two of nearly 30 civil lawsuits against him dismissed.
Temperatures will dip back into the 30s and 20s later this week.
Ghislaine Maxwell's lawyer said she would be willing to cooperate with a House panel's probe if President Trump grants her clemency, and would testify that he is "innocent of any wrongdoing."
The official DHS statistics, which had not been previously reported, provide the most detailed look yet into who ICE has arrested during the Trump administration's crackdown.
The footage is included in a video that promotes false claims that the 2020 presidential election was rigged against Mr. Trump.
The bipartisan "Bell-to-Bell" bill bars students from using their phones any time they're in school, not just during instructional periods.
It was only a few months ago that Pennsylvania passed the 2025 budget several months late, and now the process begins for this year.
A woman and her husband are fighting for a $400 refund after they bought furniture from a Value City Furniture store.
It's the end of an era for a grocery store in Carrick.
A Pennsylvania couple says Kia wrongly denied a warranty claim after their car's engine failed at 80,000 miles.
Scams targeting utility customers are on the rise in Pennsylvania, the attorney general says.
A handful of Pittsburgh-area Value City Furniture stores are going out of business after their parent company filed for bankruptcy.
Antiques appraiser Dr. Lori is examining more of your family treasures and heirlooms.
We're learning how Anderson’s Candies has been making chocolates and memories for more than 100 years.
What if the classic tale of "Romeo and Juliet" came with a twist, with a side of rock music and zombies? A brand-new musical is blending George Romero's dreams of the undead with Shakespeare!
PTL hosts Heather Abraham and David Highfield discuss Pittsburgh culture, trending news and social media, food, sports, and more.
We asked you to send in more of your unique or adorable love stories to the PTL mailbox, and you delivered!
Residents of Millvale are trying to get back to normal after last weekend's major snowstorm.
Tracing the past of Shane Hennen and how his troubled life in Pittsburgh pointed to his future downfall.
People in Avella, Washington County, say they have no phone coverage.
Residents and leaders in Charleroi are concerned about the integrity of roads after a trench collapse last year and ongoing construction.
Patrick Vereb is accused of taking money from pet owners who believed their animals would receive dignified cremations.
Cracking down on the price of prescription drugs is a hefty task.
The advisory, issued on Saturday, affected thousands of customers in Allegheny and Washington counties.
Pennsylvania American Water said that a first round of testing came back negative and an update can be expected late Monday morning.
Doctors said the drugs can help people lose unwanted pounds while retaining muscle.
Southwestern Pennsylvania's cold and snowy winter is taking its toll on more than just our roadways and walkways.
Neal Shipley made the first hole-in-one in TGL history while making his league debut on Monday evening.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Veteran designated hitter and outfielder Marcell Ozuna is heading to Pittsburgh.
Google and Pepsi were among the best ads of the Big Game, while Coinbase and ai.com got failing grades, according to one ranking.
Crosby served as captain for Team Canada in 2014 when NHL players last participated in the Olympics.
More than 140 employees at Nemacolin were informed they were being let go.
It's been about six years since the pandemic, and a lot of people working from home, but now companies are slowly calling them back to the office.
Pittsburgh Mayor Corey O'Connor on Tuesday announced a new initiative aimed at revitalizing neighborhood business districts across the city.
A handful of Pittsburgh-area Value City Furniture stores are going out of business after their parent company filed for bankruptcy.
It has been five years since the home improvement retailer Menards bought a large parcel of land off Route 30 in Westmoreland County.
Catherine O'Hara, known for her roles in "Home Alone," "Schitt's Creek" and "Beetlejuice," died on Jan. 30 at the age of 71.
The 31-year-old Puerto Rican artist Bad Bunny took the stage on Sunday dressed in all white, donning a jersey with his last name, Ocasio, and the number 64.
Brad Arnold, the founder and lead singer of the 3 Doors Down has died following "his courageous battle with cancer," the rock band announced Saturday on social media.
Bad Bunny took the stage at halftime for the 2026 Super Bowl. Here's who else performed at Super Bowl 60.
Filming for the final season of "Mayor of Kingstown" is expected to take place between March and June.
Antiques appraiser Dr. Lori is examining more of your family treasures and heirlooms.
We're learning how Anderson’s Candies has been making chocolates and memories for more than 100 years.
What if the classic tale of "Romeo and Juliet" came with a twist, with a side of rock music and zombies? A brand-new musical is blending George Romero's dreams of the undead with Shakespeare!
PTL hosts Heather Abraham and David Highfield discuss Pittsburgh culture, trending news and social media, food, sports, and more.
Stay on top of local weather with First Alert Meteorologist Mary Ours' forecast!
Mike Tomlin stepped down as head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers after 19 seasons with the team.
Pitt's regular season has ended with an 8-4 record.
Pitt's five-game winning streak came to an end with a 37-15 loss to Notre Dame.
Mason Heintschel set a new Pitt freshman single-game passing record in the Pitt win at Acrisure Stadium.
The 44th annual KDKA-TV Turkey Fund will help our neighbors in need have a nice meal for Thanksgiving.
