Hey Ray: Naming the arctic and Antarctic
People, things, and places are named for many different reasons, but how did the Arctic and the Antarctic get their names?
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People, things, and places are named for many different reasons, but how did the Arctic and the Antarctic get their names?
Scientists from the International Thwaites Glacier Collaboration warn of a "grim outlook" for the Thwaites Glacier, also known as the "Doomsday Glacier."
The rare condition could be deadly for the penguin, as it makes it easier for predators to hunt it, experts say.
Two humpback whales used the "Golden Spiral" to go hunting – and it created a "mesmerising dance" that one lucky photographer says he'll never forget.
Their work near the South Pole means camping on the ice without showers or flushing toilets for seven weeks — but what we can learn about climate change there is essential to science.
Penguins in Antarctica have been under threat for years as climate change slowly melts away their homes.
In the summer of 2018, scientists found a "ghost particle" in Antarctica now they're learning where it came from and how it got here.
Scientists say a vast iceberg has broken off from a key floating ice shelf in Antarctica.
Next week Mt. Lebanon native Peg Pardini will run a marathon in Antarctica but that's not the impressive part. Pardini will complete the challenge of running a marathon on each of the seven continents.
There are still plenty of construction projects happening around Downtown Pittsburgh.
The Pittsburgh City Council is set to debate whether to pass legislation prohibiting collaboration with ICE.
State police confirm that speed was a factor in the crash, but the events leading up to the crash are still unclear.
A civil jury in California found 88-year-old Bill Cosby liable for drugging and sexually assaulting Donna Motsinger in 1972, and awarded her $19.25 million.
People in the Pittsburgh area formed "Families for Justice," a support group for parents who lost children to gun violence.
There are still plenty of construction projects happening around Downtown Pittsburgh.
The Pittsburgh City Council is set to debate whether to pass legislation prohibiting collaboration with ICE.
State police confirm that speed was a factor in the crash, but the events leading up to the crash are still unclear.
A civil jury in California found 88-year-old Bill Cosby liable for drugging and sexually assaulting Donna Motsinger in 1972, and awarded her $19.25 million.
The annual KDKA Fish Fry Guide is back for Lent! Check our listings for a 2026 fish fry near you in Pittsburgh.
In a 54 to 37 vote, two Democrats voted with all Republicans in attendance to advance Sen. Markwayne Mullin's nomination. A final confirmation vote is expected in the coming days.
Most Republicans, especially MAGA, continue to support the US action and express a lot of confidence in Trump personally.
The Supreme Court will consider whether states can count mail ballots that are postmarked by Election Day but arrive after.
Robert Mueller served as FBI director from 2001 to 2013 and led the investigation into allegations of Russian meddling in the 2016 presidential election.
Wait times aren't expected to improve until government funding is restored and TSA officers receive paychecks.
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.
Bubba from 100.7 STAR joined us for another edition of Pop Talk Live!
The Wing-A-Ding Bracket Challenge continues with a look at the PTL side of the "Ate the Whole Plate 8."
There are spots in your home that you clean on repeat, like the counters and floors, but what about the places that get a pass? Those “out of sight, out of mind” zones? Kim Rice and Michele Ramey from Cleaning Maid Beautiful are here with simple, free tips to get those spots truly clean.
Big voices, bold looks, and some seriously iconic costumes will be making their grand debut on Monday night, as the Pittsburgh Opera is turning its theater into a full-on runway for the annual fashion show.
Spring Cleaning Week is officially underway on PTL, and we’re starting in a spot that most of us try to ignore: the drain. Patrick the Handyman is here to walk us through cleaning out the drain, step by step.
People in the Pittsburgh area formed "Families for Justice," a support group for parents who lost children to gun violence.
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.
When doctors found out Ainsley Flynn had viral myocarditis, they leaped into action to save her. Now, Flynn is giving back.
UPMC Hillman Cancer Center is exploring everything radiation treatment can treat, and the success has been life-changing for people.
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.
The contract will begin in the 2026-27 season and run through the 2028-29 season.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Seth Jarvis scored on a power play and assisted on two other man-advantage goals as the Carolina Hurricanes beat the Penguins 5-1.
The Pittsburgh Pirates debut for highly touted 19-year-old prospect Konnor Griffin will have to wait.
The contract will begin in the 2026-27 season and run through the 2028-29 season.
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.
CBS News announced Friday that CBS News Radio will be shutting down this spring after nearly 100 years of broadcasting, citing "challenging economic realities."
Chuck Norris' family said his death at 86 was sudden, but did not share any details on the cause.
A fast-casual restaurant and a massive plaza will be open on April 2 on Pittsburgh's North Shore.
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.
The Pennsylvania State House unanimously approved a bill to regulate the state's pet cremation industry.
Pittsburgh is one month away from the biggest event in the region's history: the 2026 NFL draft.
In this week's edition of Intersections, hear how local members of the Muslim community are wrapping up the Ramadan season. Plus, Nia Sioux from the hit show Dance Moms makes a stop in Pittsburgh for her book tour. Meanwhile, the founder of Plants for Skin discusses her brand's growth.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast.
The Pittsburgh City Council is set to decide whether to pass legislation prohibiting collaboration with ICE.
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.
