Karstens Leads Pirates To 5-1 Win Over Astros
Jeff Karstens allowed one run in seven-plus innings, Brandon Wood homered and the Pittsburgh Pirates won their third consecutive game, 5-1 over the Houston Astros on Tuesday night.
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Jeff Karstens allowed one run in seven-plus innings, Brandon Wood homered and the Pittsburgh Pirates won their third consecutive game, 5-1 over the Houston Astros on Tuesday night.
New Pirate outfielder Alex Presley joined Sportsradio 93-7 The Fan's Troy Clardy after helping lead Pittsburgh to a season-opening win over Houston.
Like several of the Pirates, Tribune-Review columnist Dejan Kovacevic, who was with the team in D.C. over the weekend, does not mask his disappointment that Andrew McCutchen was left off the National League All-Star team.
I totally get why so many Pirate fans are very reluctant to hop onboard the Bucco Bandwagon. This has been 18 very long and depressing seasons.
It was a busy holiday weekend for the Pirates who went 3-2 in four days. They are now three games above .500, and we now know that their All-Star candidate will be Joel Hanrahan.
The Pirates' offense roared to life, picking up 14 hits in a 5-3 win over the Houston Astros in front of a sellout home crowd Monday.
Post-Gazette Pirates beat writer Bill Brink joined The Fan live from Washington with reaction to the Pirates' split of their weekend series with the Nationals.
An early outburst of offense allowed the Pirates to cruise to a big 10-2 win over the Washington Nationals Sunday afternoon, earning a split in the four-game series.
Closer Joel Hanrahan was selected as the Pirates' only representative for the MLB All-Star Game Sunday afternoon.
Belgium defeated the U.S. Men's National Team 4-1 on Monday night in the World Cup round of 16 knockout match in Seattle, ending the Americans' hopes of reaching the quarterfinals for the first time in 24 years.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Former college basketball player Kerr Kriisa has been accused of fraudulently obtaining nearly $2.2 million from two victims.
A Bucknell University coach has been charged with aggravated hazing after a freshman football player collapsed during practice and died in 2024.
Birdies are possible with a good tee shot -- but the risk is Country Club Drive, which runs along the right of the 17th hole.
The Pittsburgh Penguins have avoided arbitration with four eligible players.
Konnor Griffin had a tiebreaking two-run single in the eighth inning, leading the Pirates over the Washington Nationals 11-5.
Balogun's reinstatement came after President Trump called FIFA President Gianni Infantino last week and asked for a review of the red card suspension.
Pittsburgh Pirates superstar pitcher Paul Skenes has been named to the National League All-Star team for the third consecutive season.
A mother and her 11-year-old son were killed after a tree fell on them during a severe storm at a Pennsylvania campground on the Fourth of July, authorities said.
Mars Borough and Adams Township are one step closer to becoming one municipality.
A missing 5-year-old boy was found dead after flash flooding hit Monroe County, Ohio, over the weekend, authorities said.
The 16 children rescued from an Ohio home in deplorable conditions face a long road toward recovery, experts say.
Belgium defeated the U.S. Men's National Team 4-1 on Monday night in the World Cup round of 16 knockout match in Seattle, ending the Americans' hopes of reaching the quarterfinals for the first time in 24 years.
Rep. Eric Davanzo later said he "will never apologize for putting patriotism before politics."
Some lawmakers say the Pennsylvania State Senate is stalling on a bill to increase the state's minimum wage.
The Supreme Court on Tuesday struck down President Trump's executive order seeking to end birthright citizenship.
The Supreme Court upheld state laws from West Virginia and Idaho that restricted participation by transgender athletes in girls' and women's sports.
The Supreme Court on Monday ruled that states can count mail ballots that are cast by Election Day but arrive later, rejecting a GOP challenge to a Mississippi law.
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.
Imagine finding out the home you own is no longer yours, even though you weren't behind on your mortgage or selling it.
Schewbel's is closing after 120 years, meaning Giant Eagle will have to find a new bakery to make its branded bread.
Schwebel's, which sells bread at grocery stores across western Pennsylvania, is closing after 120 years.
Daisy Jade took a trip to Izzazu Salon, Spa & Blowout Bar to learn some looks that will keep you feeling fresh in the summer heat.
In this month's Money Monday conversation, Stephanie Reif from Clearview Federal Credit Union shared some financial hot takes. Is it really better to buy than to rent? And should you pay off debt before putting money into a savings account?
On June 30, the Best of the Batch Foundation, led by former Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Charlie Batch and his wife, Latasha Wilson-Batch, faced an unexpected emergency: a fire at camp. Heather and David got to chat with them about what happened, what's next, and how Pittsburgh can help.
David is back from vacation! Plus, Heather's dual celebration for her son Rocco's birthday and the Fourth of July, and what we know about what went on behind the scenes at Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding at Madison Square Garden.
Are we dreaming? Or are these beds *actually* flying? That's right...Daisy takes us to the 5th Annual Zelienople Bed Derby, where the beds are less for sleeping, and more for speed.
There are several data centers on the drawing boards in southwestern Pennsylvania, raising concerns about noise and pollution.
Allegheny County is facing a major financial crisis that leaders are unsure how to address.
Rising Tide Partners began acquiring depressed properties five years ago with the promise of transforming struggling neighborhoods.
A Westmoreland County woman is demanding answers after she said a broken pipe flooded her apartment in Rostraver Township.
The school board in McKeesport has called a special meeting on Wednesday to decide the future of its football coaching staff.
A major healthcare merger is now official.
Representatives from UPMC and Allegheny County Public Safety held a demonstration to encourage firework safety in Pittsburgh.
When you hear you're diagnosed with cancer, it can be overwhelming. It can leave questions, anger and a feeling of seclusion.
Allegheny County health officials said babies who have died from sudden unexpected infant death have more than doubled since 2000.
Lone star ticks have been found in Franklin and Erie counties in Pennsylvania.
Belgium defeated the U.S. Men's National Team 4-1 on Monday night in the World Cup round of 16 knockout match in Seattle, ending the Americans' hopes of reaching the quarterfinals for the first time in 24 years.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Former college basketball player Kerr Kriisa has been accused of fraudulently obtaining nearly $2.2 million from two victims.
A Bucknell University coach has been charged with aggravated hazing after a freshman football player collapsed during practice and died in 2024.
Birdies are possible with a good tee shot -- but the risk is Country Club Drive, which runs along the right of the 17th hole.
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.
The Kroger Company announced the acquisition of Giant Eagle on Wednesday morning.
Schewbel's is closing after 120 years, meaning Giant Eagle will have to find a new bakery to make its branded bread.
A federal judge has extended his block on enforcement of an Ohio law that would require children under 16 to get parental consent to use social media apps while a legal challenge proceeds.
It's shaping up to be a busy holiday weekend across western Pennsylvania, which includes the Westmoreland Arts and Heritage Festival.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were married as they celebrated their wedding with hundreds of guests Friday at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
When are the fireworks tonight in Pittsburgh? Here's what to know about the city's Fourth of July celebration.
Anthrocon 2026, dubbed "Critters, Cryptids and Curses," will return to the David L. Lawrence Convention Center.
Road closures will be in place ahead of the America250PA concert at Point State Park on Saturday, June 27.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast.
Mars Borough and Adams Township are one step closer to becoming one municipality.
Elite 18: No. 18 at Edgewood Country Club
The week is here that the Parkway East will close for 25 days as the Commercial Street Bridge is torn down and replaced. KDKA's Chris Hoffman reports.
Six days ago, a fire destroyed parts of the Best of the Batch Foundation in Munhall. Now they're rebuilding and asking for help. KDKA's Barry Pintar talked to Batch about the cleanup.
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.
