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The peak of this year's Perseid Meteor Shower is August 12th and 13th.
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The peak of this year's Perseid Meteor Shower is August 12th and 13th.
You've heard the phrase "Dog Days of Summer," but you'd be surprised to learn it has nothing to do with our furry friends.
You might have heard the term St. Elmo's Fire from the movie, but it's also a meteorological phenomenon!
Have you ever run your finger around the edge of the glass to make a sound? It's energy and science!
Some cloud formations can look scary, and they can be a sign of a storm. Here's how they form and what they are.
If you've heard the term "The Cone of Silence," it's more than something from TV or movies; it's also scientific!
Once you shuffle a deck of cards, something really special can happen!
Meteorologist Ray Petelin shows us some other weird ways we measure in this edition of Hey Ray.
Some may wonder if lightning can strike in the same place twice, and if a human can survive multiple strikes.
Remember making paper popper noise makers in school? Well, you might not realize, there's a lot of science behind them!
Pi is a ratio that can be used to measure many different things including someone's hat size.
The Allegheny and Monongahela Rivers can both freeze but one may be more likely than the other.
Using the different sides of aluminum foil has been a discussion having some wonder if it makes a difference.
The sun can make you sneeze if you have ACHOO syndrome.
A fun way to collect money can be done through a swirling motion in a money vortex.
When it's hot, you're always looking for a way to cool off, but did you know you can give your heat to other objects? Ray Petelin explains in a new Hey Ray!
Security cameras can pick up some interesting things, and there is one thing that shows up on cameras that Meteorologist Ray Petelin gets asked about a lot, and today he has the answer.
Summer officially begins on Sunday morning in Pittsburgh, and Ray Petelin is here to break down the "summer stats" for you!
You may know that Ray Petelin considers himself a "Bird Nerd." Today, he is going to show you how to get hummingbirds to come over for a close-up visit!
Coffee is a morning staple for many, and one viewer's coffee comes with a concert built in. Meteorologist Ray Petelin explains why her coffee starts sounding weird!
Sometimes, you look up to the sky, and you see something weird. Other times you look down from up in the sky and you see something extremely weird! That happened to Edna. Pilot's Glory, Glory of the Pilot, or Pilot's Halo — whatever you want to call it, Ray Petelin has an explanation.
A viewer asks, if it's raining outside, but the humidity gauge only reads 74%, shouldn't it be 100%? Ray Petelin has the answer in a new Hey Ray!
The Moon is spherical like Earth, so why do we only see one side of it? Meteorologist Ray Petelin has the answer.
Heavy winds and windstorms have been in the headlines a lot lately, which has plenty of Pittsburghers asking, "Is it windier today than it ever has been in Pittsburgh?" Ray Petelin explains!
Meteorologist Ray Petelin has a weird experiment today where he shows us how to illuminate fluorescent light bulbs without connecting them to a light fixture!
A man who delivered Little Debbie snacks to stores across Washington County is accused of selling them at flea markets for cash and submitting fake invoices.
Some wildfire smoke is rolling into the Pittsburgh area on Sunday, as scattered storm chances return to the forecast.
Two men have died following a shooting in Clairton, Allegheny County police say.
Myles Garrett, former Cleveland Brown and current Los Angeles Ram, has listed his home in Ohio for more than $2 million.
Two years since Corey Comperatore's death, community support continues to grow in remembrance of the former fire chief.
With one day left, there are still no constitutional sentencing guidelines for the Pennsylvania judicial system when it comes to felony murder.
The lawsuit claims the Trump administration is withholding hundreds of millions of dollars in disaster-preparedness and homeland security grants to pressure states to change policies on elections and immigration.
The House on Thursday voted to direct President Trump to end the war with Iran, after four Republicans joined Democrats to rebuke the president over his handling of the conflict.
Pittsburgh Fire Chief Darryl Jones, who has been on paid administrative leave, will retire after a review of his bureau.
Lawmakers are one step closer to making daylight saving time permanent after the House passed a bill with overwhelming support.
A Westmoreland County family said having a secret room is not as cool as it sounds, after finding a large void under their garage built by Ryan Homes
Last year, Americans received nearly 30 billion scam robocalls and text messages.
The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission approved a 3.5% toll increase that goes into effect on January 3, 2027.
After about three dozen Allegheny County home deeds were fraudulently put into an LLC's name, experts are sharing tips for protecting yourself.
Giant Eagle has remained the dominant grocer in southwestern Pennsylvania for more than 40 years, and one of those reasons was the exit of Kroger.
Daisy checks out Canonsburg's newest hot spot!
Daisy and David talk about fresh veggies and herbs with a Pittsburgh chef as he prepares a dish live from Tuscany!
Boaz takes us to Phipps Conservatory, where a 50-year-old agave plant has grown right through their ceiling!
The lead singer of Blank Space, the unofficial Taylor Swift tribute band, went head-to-head against PTL producer Maria to see who knows more about the iconic singer.
Daisy Jade joins David Highfield and answers viewer questions in the Friday Free For All!
A small community in Fayette County is pushing for answers after finding what appears to be raw sewage spilling into the woods.
Developers want to fill the former Vincentian Marion Manor facility in Banksville with new townhomes.
A Westmoreland County family said having a secret room is not as cool as it sounds, after finding a large void under their garage built by Ryan Homes
Allegheny County is facing a major financial crisis.
It costs a lot of money to keep houses of worship safe.
People who buy their healthcare coverage in Pennsylvania through the Affordable Care Act are expected to see their premiums skyrocket.
An investigation is underway in Uniontown, Fayette County, after police said a man was found dead in his car with a can of Galaxy Gas on the floor.
A public hearing was held on Friday for input on the pending Independence Health and West Virginia University Health System merger.
Pennsylvania is one of four more states now part of a cyclospora outbreak linked to shredded iceberg lettuce from central Mexico.
Western Pennsylvania remains one of the most heavily impacted regions across the country for tick-borne illnesses.
Pete Crow-Armstrong was 4 for 5 with a home run and three RBIs as the Chicago Cubs cruised past the Pittsburgh Pirates 11-0.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
The Chicago Cubs held on for a 3-2 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Friday at PNC Park in Pittsburgh.
Mark Kulbis is also facing misdemeanor counts of involuntary manslaughter and reckless endangerment in the death of Calvin "CJ" Dickey Jr.
The Sixers' wild offseason continued Friday when they added four-time NBA champion LeBron James.
A world-renowned Pittsburgh technical school and a major airline have signed an agreement to work hand in hand.
The former glass plant in Charleroi has been listed for sale.
The Colorado-based Voyager Technologies has officially acquired Astrobotic, the aerospace company located on Pittsburgh's North Side.
Giant Eagle has remained the dominant grocer in southwestern Pennsylvania for more than 40 years, and one of those reasons was the exit of Kroger.
A major healthcare merger is now official.
Paramount Skydance on Friday said it would delay the deal until as late as June 2027.
Dave Matthews stopped by a Pittsburgh restaurant before his show at Star Lake on Friday night.
The ruling comes after a coalition of 12 states sued to block the deal, arguing it would harm consumers and the entertainment industry.
New Zealand actor Sam Neill, known for "Jurassic Park" and "The Piano," died Monday at 78, his family says.
The new movie "Young Washington" opened over the Fourth of July weekend, earning more than $20 million at the box office and becoming the nation's top live-action film.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Ron Smiley's forecast!
President Trump cracked jokes at reporters and politicians during take two of the White House Correspondents' Dinner on Friday night, after April's event was upended when an armed assailant rushed through a security checkpoint and the U.S. Secret Service opened fire on the gunman.
A man who delivered Little Debbie snacks to stores across Pennsylvania is accused of selling them at flea markets for cash and submitting fake invoices.
Two people were killed in a shooting in Clairton on Saturday evening, authorities said.
For a second straight year, Butler, Pennsylvania, came together to honor the life of Corey Comperatore, the man who was killed during the attempted assassination of President Trump in 2024. KDKA’s Ricky Sayer shares more about this year’s event.
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.
