Vuk's Local News & Notes (4-9-11)
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Most Pirate fans are crediting the Pirates lineup as the reason for the early season success but it's been the pitching that's earned them 5 wins.
It took 14 innings, but the Pirates pulled off a win, beating the Colorado Rockies, 4-3 on Friday night.
Chris Kunitz scored the only goal in the shootout and the Pittsburgh Penguins beat the New York Islanders 4-3 on Friday night to avenge a record-setting, fight-filled loss.
Bad news for the tonight as starting pitcher Ross Ohlendorf left tonight's game with an injury.
93-7 The Fan's hockey commentator proposes an off-the-wall solution to the Penguins' struggles on the power play...
Tonight is the rematch between the Pittsburgh Penguins and the NY Islanders. If tonight's game turns into a fightfest, the Pens have adjusted their lineup to be prepared.
Pirates manager Clint Hurdle has made a change in his starting lineup for Game 2 of the series with Colorado.
Losing 7-1 in the home opener is demoralizing, sure, but what really bothered me was that the Pirates didn't lose a hard fought game like they did in St. Louis, and they couldn't blame the loss on a meltdown by a normally reliable back of the bullpen guy like they could in Chicago.
As the weather improved, Latrobe's offense also heated up in a decisive victory over Sec. 1-AAAA rival Connellsville.
Well it looks like the Pirates rained on everyone's opening day parade just a little bit. They lost to the Rockies 7-1 and frankly didn't look so good doing it.
Steelers Wide Receiver Hines Ward says he had no idea what he was getting himself into when he signed on to this season's "Dancing With the Stars."
Fans had high hopes as the Pirates, coming off a 4-2 record on the road, returned home to PNC Park to usher in baseball season in Pittsburgh. But despite the optimism, the Buccos stumbled in their home opener, falling 7-1 to the Colorado Rockies.
Is this the season the Pirates finally turn things around? There is certainly a lot of promise as the Pirates started the season on the road with a 4-2 record.
Police are investigating after two non-district students entered West Allegheny High School earlier this week.
Studies show nearly 25% of Pennsylvanians can't pay their power bills at least once a year.
An inspection sheds light on why dust is blanketing a neighborhood in Westmoreland County.
The annual KDKA Fish Fry Guide is back for Lent! Check our listings for a 2026 fish fry near you in Pittsburgh.
Greensburg police say a peaceful protester was assaulted at the Westmoreland County Courthouse on Tuesday.
President Trump's director of the National Counterterrorism Center, Joe Kent, announced his immediate resignation Tuesday, citing the administration's decision to intervene in Iran.
U.S. intelligence has circulated to President Trump's inner circle that Iran's late supreme leader had misgivings about his son replacing him, viewing Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei as not very bright.
TSA officers faced their first full missed paycheck Friday.
"The president is constantly critical on mail-in voting, and that's ridiculous," Democratic Sen. John Fetterman said Wednesday.
"I think, overall, what's accomplished is remarkable," Sen. John Fetterman told CBS News chief White House correspondent Major Garrett in an interview Wednesday.
Studies show nearly 25% of Pennsylvanians can't pay their power bills at least once a year.
After a rat raised questions about health and safety at The Urban Tap, the owner says the South Side business is ready to gain back the public's trust.
Looking to get free shipping when you make an online purchase, but your order doesn't qualify? Here's how you can change that!
Pennsylvania farmers say economic factors like diesel fuel and fertilizer costs are pushing them to the edge.
The gas price spikes are real and apparent. Here's how Pittsburgh drivers can save money.
Looking to escape present day for a night? You're in luck, the Good Ol' Days House in Belle Vernon is a nostalgic guesthouse!
If you're looking to escape the cold and rain of Pittsburgh, look no further than the Northern Outer Banks!
Irene Molloy has done it all in show business: TV, movies, Broadway, and now the Pittsburgh native is sharing her stories in a unique new show: Show Pony! Heather and David learn more about it and find out when you can see it right here at home!
It's healthy food fast - that's what The Common Good offers, and they've given Team PTL's Daisy Jade an exclusive look!
It's Whatcha Think Wednesday on Pittsburgh Today Live, and one of the big topics: being someone who gets paid to eat ranch dressing around Europe! Heather Abraham and David Highfield discuss that, and doorless hotels?
An inspection sheds light on why dust is blanketing a neighborhood in Westmoreland County.
The O'Connor administration will begin taking a scalpel to Pittsburgh's finances as it tries to close a $30 million to $40 million budget hole.
Residents in the area of Rochester, Beaver County, say a persistent chemical smell has taken over the air.
More homeowners than ever in Allegheny County are filing appeals to try to lower their property taxes.
A cancer once rare in young people has become the number one cause of cancer-related deaths for Americans under age 50.
A Pittsburgh-area man is not just giving people living with ALS a voice, he's giving them their own voice.
A cancer once rare in young people has become the number one cause of cancer-related deaths for Americans under age 50.
Fish fries can be a quandary for people with heart and other medical issues.
With a measles outbreak in Pennsylvania, local health experts want to send a message to families.
Cracking down on the price of prescription drugs is a hefty task.
A new baseball season means new foods to try at PNC Park.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Head coach Dan Muse confirmed Sydney Crosby will be back in the lineup as the Penguins finish their 5-game road trip on Wednesday.
Curt Cignetti, who coached Indiana to its first national title in football, will drive the honorary pace car at the Indianapolis 500.
With the game tied going into the 9th, Eugenio Suárez smacked a double into left-center field to score pinch runner Javier Sonoja for what would prove to be the winning run.
Pittsburgh's newest music venue released a lineup of its first concerts on Monday, giving a taste of what's to come at Citizens Live at the Wylie.
Forbes' latest ranking of the world's richest people has been released, and the list features billionaires with ties to Pittsburgh.
A fire chief says a fire at an Ohio hog farm complex has killed about 6,000 pigs and unleashed a large plume of smoke that could be seen for miles.
Lawmakers in Harrisburg are looking at bills to tackle dynamic pricing.
The budget airline Breeze is launching a new nonstop route from Pittsburgh to Myrtle Beach this summer.
Pittsburgh CLO and Pittsburgh Public Theater are forming a new organization.
Pittsburgh's newest music venue released a lineup of its first concerts on Monday, giving a taste of what's to come at Citizens Live at the Wylie.
Hollywood's biggest stars were honored at the 98th annual Academy Awards on Sunday. Here is what to know and how to watch the 2026 Oscars.
A woman was arrested on Sunday for firing multiple shots at the Beverly Hills home of Rihanna, Los Angeles Police Department officials say.
The countdown is on, as the NFL Draft comes to Pittsburgh and America turns 250 years old.
The North Fayette Police Department said it is investigating after two non-district students entered West Allegheny High School earlier this week.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast.
Coraopolis is considering moving police dispatch to the county’s 911 center — a move that could eliminate communication gaps and modernize the system. Shelley Bortz reports.
A man was arrested after he allegedly exposed himself to multiple people at Riverview Park. Mamie Bah reports.
Dan Marino is one of the greatest quarterbacks in NFL history, and it all started at Pittsburgh Central Catholic High School.
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.
