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A number of news outlets have published their PIAA football preseason rankings for the 2012 season, which kicks off around these parts next Friday, including brother website MaxPreps, which tabs defending Class AAAA state champ Central Dauphin as number one in the Commonwealth, regardless of classification.
The most dominant team in the history of that section, along with a typical playoff challenger, are both gone, so, to the casual observer, biennial WPIAL realignment has sucked the fun out of following it. However, with several teams now having a chance to follow in the footsteps of Frazier and end playoff droughts, there may yet be a story for which to root.
I do take one glaring thing from a nationally-televised 26-24 win over the Indianapolis Colts at Heinz Field Sunday: a blocked punt.
We're going to keep our preseason coverage going a series of rapid-fire previews, focusing this time on the Big 7 Conference in Class A. Rochester had been the traditional flag-bearer in that section for many years, but the tradition was broken in 2011 with the rise of Sto-Rox.
Given the state-wide economic downturn and recent cuts to education, a lot of WPIAL athletic departments are feeling the effects. However, three northern area schools appear to have left their sports programs in very capable hands, despite the daunting task of hiring new ADs.
While the Erie Cathedral Prep football team has begun its quest to avenge last year's loss in the District 10 Class AAA Final, the hockey program has begun open tryouts at all levels as the varsity squad looks to atone for its own championship game defeat. However, they'll have to make it back with new leadership on the ice and behind the bench.
Malcolm "Mac" Prine, who lost his life less than a year ago, was part of an ownership group that saved baseball in Pittsburgh long before any of us had heard the name Kevin McClatchy. Not all of us may remember, however, that he was an amateur sports official for over 30 years.
One of the most successful bosses in recent memory, William "Muzzy" Colosimo, after 17 seasons and a winning percentage well over .700, is no longer the head football coach at Greensburg Central Catholic.
While most people's eyes were trained on London, a number of top area hockey players spent the weekend in Harrisburg for the Pennsylvania equivalent of the Summer Olympics.
Twenty-seven-year-old Cassidy Krug, the most decorated diver in Montour High School history and a national champion at Stanford, fell just short in her quest to pick up an Olympic medal in the women's three-meter springboard competition.
Football returns to its roots on Friday nights in western Pennsylvania, and this fall ROOT Sports will return to...well, the roots...of its high school football coverage.
Shaler basketball standout and Class of '13 Penn State recruit Geno Thorpe is transferring to West Oaks Academy in Orlando, FL for his senior season.
We recently profiled a number of local Olympians, but since the opening ceremonies in London, another youngster with WPIAL ties has flown--or, to be more specific, swam--under our radar.
Monroeville mayor Greg Erosenko has told 93.7 The Fan he plans to address the recent cutbacks made by the Gateway School District, including the controversial demotion of athletic director/head football coach Terry Smith, at the next city council meeting in August.
The son of Avonworth High School's athletic director, an erstwhile three-sport star at Shady Side Academy, continues to rack up awards as he chases his dream.
Aaron Rodgers didn't waste time getting back to work with the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Bryce Harper hit a home run off ace Paul Skenes to lead the Phillies to a 6-0 win over the Pirates and a sweep of the three-game series.
The Pittsburgh Steelers and Aaron Rodgers have agreed to terms on a one-year contract, according to reports.
Napoleon Solo hustled to first place at the 151st running of the Preakness Stakes on Saturday, coming out on top against 13 other horses.
Cristopher Sánchez struck out a career-high 13 and earned his second career shutout as the Philadelphia Phillies blanked the Pittsburgh Pirates 6-0.
Kyle Schwarber hit his majors-leading 19th and 20th home runs of the season and Philadelphia rallied past Pittsburgh 11-9 in 10 innings.
The Pittsburgh Steelers have signed 2026 first-round draft pick Max Iheanachor to a four-year contract.
The Preakness Stakes featured its biggest field in 15 years with 14 horses in the middle jewel of horse racing's Triple Crown.
Dennis Dixon, the chief of police in Heidelberg, was found dead inside his patrol car on Monday night.
The Ligonier Country Market officially has its new home and will be ready just in time for its 20-week season.
It's a girl! A new African lion cub was born on April 5 and could make her public debut late this summer.
A scratch-off ticket with a jackpot worth $1 million was sold in Evans City, Pennsylvania.
Investigators determined that a duplex fire that displaced two families was set intentionally.
Gas prices, inflation weigh on Americans. Many see lack of clarity on what's happening in Iran.
Gambling addiction is impacting more young people, so much so that state lawmakers are calling it an epidemic.
President Trump is in Beijing meeting with China's President Xi Jinping, with the two leaders aiming to stabilize their trading relationship after last year's trade war.
The Allegheny County Health Department wants to require all employers in the county to give their employees paid parental leave.
Live updating West Virginia primary election results for May 12, 2026.
The Allegheny County Health Department has issued a consumer alert for Prantl's Bakery in Shadyside, saying an inspection found pest droppings.
A Bethel Park homeowner says he's out thousands of dollars after hiring a contractor to replace his front porch.
A popular Washington County farm won't be offering pick-your-own peaches this year.
Gas across the country continues to climb.
Two food items sold at Giant Eagle have been voluntarily recalled due to separate contamination risks.
There are few things more powerful than finding a swimsuit that fits and makes you feel good during your beach trip. So, we called in style expert Joanna Heyman to give us the guidance we need!
Maybe you're getting ready to remodel or downsize, and you need to get rid of some of those living room goods. Our antique appraiser Dr. Lori is back to give us some estimates on what they could be worth!
Pittsburghers love a good theme party, and this year, the Mattress Factory's garden party will be celebrating all things gothic!
We all know that Steven Brault can play baseball and broadcast a game, but did you know he's also a singer? A Grand Night of Singing will help benefit the Pittsburgh Youth Chorus.
We're trying out the new McDonald's "dirty sodas," talking about the Survivor finale, and wondering who will be the next James Bond!
A Bethel Park homeowner says he's out thousands of dollars after hiring a contractor to replace his front porch.
It's been nearly eight years since Rachael DelTondo was shot and killed in the driveway of her parents' home in Aliquippa.
An artist in Pittsburgh said the Steel City clothing company used his artwork without his permission.
Alcosan's multi-billion-dollar construction project to clean up the rivers in southwestern Pennsylvania is already over budget.
Pennsylvania prisons now give suboxone to thousands of inmates, with thousands more on the waiting list.
Temperatures could reach into the 90s this week in Pittsburgh, and that impacts everything, including your sleep.
Frontline healthcare workers at Butler Memorial Hospital overwhelmingly approved their first union contract on Friday.
A western Pennsylvania dad went from wondering what a spot on his leg was to learning he has an extremely rare skin cancer.
The Allegheny County Health Department wants to require all employers in the county to give their employees paid parental leave.
Allegheny Health Network is putting out a warning about a new social media trend.
Aaron Rodgers didn't waste time getting back to work with the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Bryce Harper hit a home run off ace Paul Skenes to lead the Phillies to a 6-0 win over the Pirates and a sweep of the three-game series.
The Pittsburgh Steelers and Aaron Rodgers have agreed to terms on a one-year contract, according to reports.
Napoleon Solo hustled to first place at the 151st running of the Preakness Stakes on Saturday, coming out on top against 13 other horses.
A popular Washington County farm won't be offering pick-your-own peaches this year.
If you're about to throw out all of those old documents while spring cleaning, there are some you should hold onto.
The hole left behind by Spirit will hit businesses and rental companies within Arnold Palmer Regional Airport.
The bar served its final pints Sunday night after 43 years in Oakland, near the heart of Pitt's campus.
Arnold Palmer Regional Airport officials are confident they'll be able to replace Spirit Airlines after the airline shut down early Saturday morning.
The tour, celebrating the 30th anniversary of their biggest album, will stop in Pittsburgh on October 6.
The country music superstar will be performing at 1846 Farms in September.
The exhibit transforms historic industrial and historical paintings into a multi-projection animated experience.
Country music star Lainey Wilson and former Steelers quarterback Devlin "Duck" Hodges tied the knot in a lavish Tennessee wedding.
Riverlife will reopen its free-to-access barge platform, Shore Thing, later this month.
Stay on top of local weather with meteorologist Mary Ours’s forecast!
The Ligonier Country Market officially has its new home and will be ready just in time for its 20-week season. KDKA's Megan Shinn has more on this story.
Dennis Dixon, the Chief of Police in Heidelberg was found dead inside his patrol car on Monday night.
A 4-year-old was hit and killed by a vehicle in Pittsburgh's Upper Hill neighborhood on Monday night, and for the community, it was a shock. KDKA's Jessica Riley has the story.
There are few things more powerful than finding a swimsuit that fits and makes you feel good during your beach trip. So, we called in style expert Joanna Heyman to give us the guidance we need!
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.
