Social media apps need teen health warnings, surgeon general says
Surgeon General Vivek Murthy said that teens' mental health is facing an "emergency," and that social media is part of the problem.
Surgeon General Vivek Murthy said that teens' mental health is facing an "emergency," and that social media is part of the problem.
In this In A Mikey Minute, Mikey Hood is exploring the habit that many people have of talking to themselves.
The lawsuit claims that the measure, signed into law by President Biden, is unconstitutional.
There is a not-talked-about element of social media that you need to know. As you use it, it is listening and watching, which can be detrimental to how you feel about yourself.
There is a not-talked-about element of social media that you need to know. As you use it, it is listening and watching, which can be detrimental to how you feel about yourself. KDKA-TV's John Shumway has more.
Here to offer you some tips on this global day of unplugging your devices is the founder and president of Discover Organizing, Jill Yesko Diana!
The law would require children under 16 to get parental consent to use social media apps. It's being challenged in a lawsuit from a group representing major tech companies.
In videos posted online, users are seen deep-frying toothpicks and adding seasonings to them before eating them.
The WVU study found a few popular platforms can put some teens at higher risk for depression.
Host Heather Abraham and Mikey Hood are exploring the concept of love and the most important things in life with social media content creator David Shane.
As the conflict between Israel and Hamas grinds on, social media has become a front line in the battle over public opinion. Teens are getting caught in the middle.
Meta wants children and teens on Facebook and Instagram as long as possible so it can collect and sell their personal data, state prosecutors allege.
Dozens of US states, including California, New York, Arizona and Indiana are suing Meta Platforms Inc. for harming young people's mental health and contributing the youth mental health crisis by knowingly designing features on Instagram and Facebook that addict children to the platforms.
Are you getting more distracted by multitasking on top of multitasking? David Pogue tries to get answers from researchers and users of distractive technologies to find out how behavior, productivity and stress levels are affected.
Oct. 6 is National Influencer Day. PTL's Daisy Jade visits The COhatch to meet up with Sarah Weber, of The Pittsburgh Web, to find out more about The Cohort, which is bringing the area's social media influencers together.
On this Taste It Tuesday, we're trying the new mom hack on TikTok for McDonald's ice cream sundaes.
We all need those lazy days but if they become habitual, they're hazardous to our health.
PTL's Ron Smiley is showing off his technology knowledge to explain the changes going on with X, the social media site formerly known as Twitter, as well as new rivals - Threats and text postings on TikTok.
The child sent multiple texts to 911 with details about the hoax kidnapping, including a description of the fake suspect, authorities said.
Elon Musk says the rebranding will see Twitter evolving into payments, banking and commerce, to go along with messaging.
The lawsuit alleges Jefferson County Commissioner Steve Stolipher violated Christy Stadig's First Amendment rights when he blocked her.
The suit alleges that companies such as TikTok have caused mental health problems for students.
Dr. Vivek Murthy urged policymakers and tech companies to take "immediate action" to protect young people.
KDKA's John Shumway is here with the trend and reaction.
Montana's Republican Gov. Greg Gianforte signed the bill banning TikTok into law on Wednesday, but it's already being challenged in court.
The City of Pittsburgh's FusionFest Juneteenth celebration was held on Sunday afternoon.
From June 30 until July 5, some city police and public safety crews will respond to fireworks-related calls throughout the city.
A strong cold front has passed with much cooler, less humid air rushing across our region.
We are just about four days away from the Fourth of July, which means that many people are already heading to their destinations.
Multiple fire crews responded to a scene in Scott Township on Sunday.
The City of Pittsburgh's FusionFest Juneteenth celebration was held on Sunday afternoon.
From June 30 until July 5, some city police and public safety crews will respond to fireworks-related calls throughout the city.
A strong cold front has passed with much cooler, less humid air rushing across our region.
Here's where you can watch fireworks in the Pittsburgh area.
We are just about four days away from the Fourth of July, which means that many people are already heading to their destinations.
Ohio lawmakers are advancing a ban on transgender students using bathrooms that fit their gender identity.
Some Democrats question Biden's ability to campaign in the 2024 presidential election, divide over whether he should be the nominee, after voters say Trump won debate.
School meal debt for students in Pennsylvania is up to nearly $80 million, but it could be erased with new legislation.
Work by Pennsylvania lawmakers to complete a new budget is on track to blow through Monday's start of the new fiscal year.
Hunting on Sundays in Pennsylvania would be greatly expanded under a proposal that received approval from the state House.
A new voicemail scam is hoping to trick you into giving away your personal information.
Want to check the latest product recalls, click here!
Instacart and Giant Eagle will now accept SNAP benefits on orders made via the Instacart app.
Savings can be found by traveling just a short distance out of the area.
Budget coach Brittany Newcomb joined us to share some tips for tackling your next grocery list.
That's a wrap for this week on PTL!
Daisy spent the morning at the Big Butler Fair today and this time we got to see what's new with the animals at this year's event!
Katie was live this morning learning more about Babesburgh and how you can get involved!
The classics never go out of style. Heather took a field trip to Sognatore Salon to see what's new with the "bob" cut.
Madison and Megan, from Pastries A-La-Carte, joined us on the show to help us make some Fourth of July-themed desserts ahead of the big holiday!
A new voicemail scam is hoping to trick you into giving away your personal information.
The story of Mario Ashkar and his employment with the city gets stranger and stranger.
In emails obtained through a right-to-know request, the city parks director takes full responsibility.
Smoke and vape shops are springing up in business districts in the Pittsburgh area.
Questions have been raised about how the director of the Beaver County Housing Authority and her board members are spending the public's money.
The FDA said its study better simulated how commercial milk processing kills the bird flu virus, H5N1.
Cones, chocolate bars and gummies sold nationwide found to contain toxic levels of chemical found in some mushrooms.
A mission to bless families one miracle at a time began 15 years ago when the Smith family from Erie had twins.
Dania Furniture recalls Hayden bookcase sold nationwide after an unanchored unit fell over, killing a 4-year-old.
"We can serve payers very effectively from the footprint that remains," CEO Tim Wentworth says of the coming Walgreens closures.
Oneil Cruz and Rowdy Tellez hit two-run homers in the fifth inning and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Atlanta Braves 4-2 to avoid a three-game sweep.
Adam Duvall's single in the 10th inning drove in Luke Williams from second base as the Atlanta Braves overcame a strong start by Pittsburgh rookie Paul Skenes and beat the Pirates 2-1.
The Penguins also received a second-round pick in 2025 in the trade.
Crosby and Karlsson will represent their respective countries at the 4 Nations Face-Off
The Penguins will make two selections in the second round, one in the fourth, one in the sixth, and two in the seventh.
Ketchup red is the color of the summer -- at least according to Heinz and Kate Spade.
TSA announced changes are coming to the security checkpoints at Pittsburgh International Airport next month as a record number of people are flying.
Pennsylvania's highest court will decide whether the cash-paying electronic game terminals that are commonplace in convenience stores, bars and elsewhere are unlicensed gambling machines.
Washington County leaders are getting ready for the Pony League World Series, which brings in lots of money for the county.
The city of Pittsburgh has abruptly halted work on the new billion-dollar UPMC Presbyterian hospital tower.
Martin Mull came to national fame with a recurring role on the Norman Lear-created satirical soap opera "Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman," and the starring role in its spinoff, "Fernwood 2 Night."
The King of Rock 'n' Roll's blue suede shoes were bought by an American collector during an auction on June 28.
A Taylor Swift-inspired dance camp encourages new friendships and memories through dance in Westmoreland County.
The original 1997 illustration for the front of the first Harry Potter book has set a record for Potter-themed memorabilia on the auction block.
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The City of Pittsburgh is bringing back its Fireworks Task Force.
Get the latest weather updates with meteorologist Kristin Emery's forecast!
We are about four days away from the Fourth of July, which means many people are already heading to their destinations. KDKA-TV's Chilekasi Adele reports.
Human remains were recovered from the Allegheny River in Springdale Borough on Sunday.
Multiple fire crews responded to a scene in Scott Township on Sunday.
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.
Check out some of the pictures and video from my visit to Hickory Hearth Highlands!