Superstitions, Some Wacky, Give Penguins Players, Fans Source Of Stability & Consistency
Superstitions are nothing new in sports.
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Superstitions are nothing new in sports.
Right-hander Gerrit Cole hit a three-run homer and the Pittsburgh Pirates broke the game open in the eighth inning on Thursday for a 8-3 victory and a series sweep against the Arizona Diamondbacks.
How confident is one Monroeville restaurant the Pittsburgh Penguins will win game 7 of the Eastern Conference finals? They're willing to bet your meal on it.
Nothing will keep Pirates player Ryan Vogelsong away from PNC Park, not even taking a pitch straight to the head.
A rule specific to soccer is allowing a Pittsburgh Riverhounds fan favorite to return for their next home match.
Ben Roethlisberger missed a training day this week for a good reason!
Jeremy Roenick joins "The Fan Morning Show" and fired back at Pittsburgh Penguins fans that slam him on social media.
David Freese hit a long two-run home run to cap a four-run fifth inning, Sean Rodriguez also homered and the Pittsburgh Pirates rallied for a 5-4 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks on Wednesday night.
CBS Sports on-course reporter Dottie Pepper looks at the DEAN & DELUCA Invitational, to take place at the revered Colonial Country Club.
Despite some other major events going on, Colin Dunlap can't stop thinking about the Steelers-Bengals rivalry.
The Pittsburgh Penguins are headed home for Game 7 of the Eastern Conference final.
Gregory Polanco hit a three-run homer and drove in a career-best five runs as the Pittsburgh Pirates rolled by the Arizona Diamondbacks 12-1 on Tuesday night.
All-America running back James Conner was an unstoppable force for the Pitt Panthers, until he faced the battle of his life.
The Pittsburgh Pirates have placed Ryan Vogelsong on the disabled list after a scary incident on Monday.
The Pittsburgh Penguins face a do-or-die situation in Game 6 of the Eastern Conference Finals.
Sunday will be a Pittsburgh sports-a-holic kind of day.
The 0-2 Pittsburgh Steelers will face a 2-0 Chicago Bears team that is on a roll. Although injuries on offense are still a question mark, Heath Miller's return to Pittsburgh's lineup may be eminent.
Former Steeler and Pro Football Hall of Fame center Dermontti Dawson joined The Fan Morning Show to talk about this year's Steelers team, and about an event that he'll be hosting.
PITTSBURGH (93-7 THE FAN) -- These are strange times for sports fans here; the baseball team is drawing positive national attention this fall, and the football team is not. Apparently, after several veteran Steelers held a private meeting Wednesday, the strange got a little stranger.
The Larry Foote Show kicks off live from Monte Cello's.
Sunday is a KDKA First Alert Weather Day with several rounds of heavy rain throughout the day.
The Monessen School District has delayed the start of the school year while it completes what it calls "necessary building maintenance."
Bryan Reynolds, Brandon Lowe, and Nick Yorke each had two RBIs to lift the Pittsburgh Pirates over the Boston Red Sox 8-3 after a 2 1/2-hour rain delay.
One of Tommy John's biggest legacies to MLB was his comeback elbow reconstruction surgery that now bears his name.
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On Tuesday, Pennsylvania took a major step in the fight against the negative impacts of social media, particularly on children.
In a wide-ranging interview with the CBS News partner BBC News, Hunter Biden grew emotional as he discussed his father's condition, describing it as very sad to watch.
The Senate Homeland Security Committee voted to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress over his refusal to answer questions during testimony before the committee last week.
Part of the state budget calls for $20 million to go to main street development in communities.
On Saturday, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman spoke with Mr. Trump and cautioned him against conducting a fresh round of strikes on Iran, CBS News learned.
The store is expected to open sometime next year.
Buffalo Township police are warning about scammers after investigating several cases where residents have fallen victim.
On Tuesday, Pennsylvania took a major step in the fight against the negative impacts of social media, particularly on children.
While the importance of the family support system is timeless, a new study found it creates financial stressors for all involved.
The store will be located at the North Hills Village shopping center along McKnight Road.
Tech Expert & Entrepreneur Cami Nwokedi showed Heather & David a "smart notebook" that's designed to do less so your kids can learn more.
Fitness & Nutrition Expert Lisa Stugart showed Heather & David how to make a Snack Station for all the hungry kids out there who will soon be heading back to school.
Daisy Jade takes a trip to the Pitt Shop to see how the University of Pittsburgh is upping its game when it comes to Back to School swag.
Heather & David got to hold some iconic Pirates history, like an original signed Roberto Clemente and Dave Parker bat. They had to put on their white gloves for this one!
Robby Incmikoski, who's probably been seen a few times on KDKA Sports, did his first-ever PTL live shot at the Washington County Agricultural Fair. He got to see why this fair is the oldest-running agricultural fair in Western PA. He went for the rides, but stayed for the food.
Going to college was once considered a very safe investment, but with tuition soaring, is it still worth the price tag?
The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection and the Sherwin-Williams Manufacturing Company entered into a consent order and agreement.
A community in Butler County said repeated boil water advisories have them uneasy about their water quality.
An investigation into alleged theft at the North Versailles tax collector's office is underway.
Nearly five months into a major road construction project in Beaver County, several small business owners say they are struggling to keep customers coming through the door.
Several waterways across Pennsylvania tested high for E. coli, environmental groups said.
The Pennsylvania measles outbreak isn't slowing down, and one local doctor said Pittsburgh is not immune.
The countdown to the first day of school is on, and now is the time to start making some adjustments.
In a wide-ranging interview with the CBS News partner BBC News, Hunter Biden grew emotional as he discussed his father's condition, describing it as very sad to watch.
Doctors are finding they are faced with questions about health advice from social media, but they caution that you can't always trust what you find.
Bryan Reynolds, Brandon Lowe, and Nick Yorke each had two RBIs to lift the Pittsburgh Pirates over the Boston Red Sox 8-3 after a 2 1/2-hour rain delay.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
One of Tommy John's biggest legacies to MLB was his comeback elbow reconstruction surgery that now bears his name.
Mark Kulbis is also facing misdemeanor counts of involuntary manslaughter and reckless endangerment in the death of Calvin "CJ" Dickey Jr.
Sonny Gray worked seven innings for his career-best 15th win of the season, Wilyer Abreu hit a home run, and the Boston Red Sox beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 4-0 on Saturday night.
Some Bloomfield business owners paint a nuanced picture of how the annual Little Italy Days festival impacts them, saying that while they don't dislike the festival, they do make less money than they normally would.
The store is expected to open sometime next year.
On Tuesday, Pennsylvania took a major step in the fight against the negative impacts of social media, particularly on children.
Part of the state budget calls for $20 million to go to main street development in communities.
Amtrak is adding a second trip from Pittsburgh to New York later this year, officials said during a public board meeting.
The tour will be coming to Acrisure Stadium on May 8, 2027.
The popular vocal quintet Pentatonix is returning to Pittsburgh this holiday season.
Joe Manganiello says even when he spent 25 years living in Los Angeles, he always considered Pittsburgh home.
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 Monessen School District has delayed the start of the school year until Tuesday, Sept. 8, as a precautionary measure while it completes what it calls "necessary building maintenance." KDKA-TV's Ricky Sayer shares the latest details.
The National Tunnel, also known as the "wet tunnel," is closed, and the Montour Trail Council is trying to fix what's dangerous and even unseen to the naked eye. KDKA-TV's Megan Shinn has more in this edition of KD Sunday Spotlight.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Trey Fulbright's forecast!
In this month's edition of Intersections, a Beltzhoover native opens a new exhibit celebrating ceramic art at the Andy Warhol Museum. Meanwhile, local students preserve the legacy of the Community Empowerment Association through a new documentary. Plus, hear the struggles mothers face during Breastfeeding Awareness Month.
Multiple police departments are investigating after responding to a call Friday night at the mayor of Glassport's residence.
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.
