Lindsay Ward

1 month ago | cbsnews.com | Lindsay Ward

Here's a question that may sound a little silly, but it's a serious one: How well do you pay attention to your body? A teacher and mom of three, considered healthy and under the age of 40, suffered a serious heart attack, and now she has life-saving advice, especially for women. Less than 12% of people who suffer from this are able to share their story, and Brooke Riederer is one of them. "I was lucky enough to be saved," she said.

1 month ago | cbsnews.com | Lindsay Ward

Something special is coming to an end in Oakmont. After 25 years and thousands of dollars raised, the Relay for Life of Riverview is ending. For two women who have been with it since the beginning, it's bittersweet. It's where they raised their families and spent the last 24 years in charge of promoting and walking at Riverside Park for the Relay for Life of Riverview. "I know somebody, every single year, that either gets diagnosed or passes away from cancer," said Barbara Kutilek.

1 month ago | cbsnews.com | Lindsay Ward

Children of all ages will be able to see a lot more color and activities with the Kites for Kids event at the Carnegie Science Center. A space at the museum will be transformed into something special and is all about helping kids just be kids. Learning and having fun go hand in hand at the Carnegie Science Center with exhibits, technology, and of course, science -- but there are kites, too.

1 month ago | cbsnews.com | Lindsay Ward

Volunteers helping local animal shelters with the "Nourishing Our Communities" campaign Volunteers are helping those who need it most, including our furry friends who don't always have a voice. In a small building behind Animal Friends along Camp Horne Road in Pittsburgh, a group of volunteers is ready to pack and sort donated food, clean up, and interact with animals waiting to be adopted. "We truly believe in being a part of our community," said Shenay Jeffrey.

Mar 17, 2025 | cbsnews.com | Lindsay Ward

Having a baby is a life-changing experience and can come with parenting advice from just about everyone, even on how to best get your baby to sleep. There's one subject few should be talking about but should. "Truly, the most dangerous thing your baby does during its first year of life is sleep," said Devon George, the program officer for Cribs for Kids, a nonprofit that educates about the dangers of unsafe sleep environments for babies.