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The Mayweather-Pacquiao fight is so naturally radiant that the two participants eschewed the obligatory, cross-country, promotional tour.
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The Mayweather-Pacquiao fight is so naturally radiant that the two participants eschewed the obligatory, cross-country, promotional tour.
Experts have wondered if this fight, in a strict boxing sense, was announced five years too late. Maybe. But it doesn't matter.
Let's discard the nonsense that this is just another fight, or that it doesn't feed a starving sport.
CBS Sports and their subsidiary SHOWTIME Sports have agreed to a multi-year joint venture with Premier Boxing Champions.
A report just crawled across my flatscreen, with Bob Arum asserting that the dueling networks, HBO and Showtime, have basically agreed on broadcasting rights for a Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Manny Pacquiao bout in May.
Floyd, you're great. While I can't concede the greatest, and I wince when you compare yourself favorably to The Greatest (Muhammad Ali), I'll give it that you're the best of your time.
By every account, Manny Pacquiao has agreed to every nuance of Floyd Mayweather Jr.'s demands, including rampant PED testing, a smaller share of the epic purse, and a lower perch on the glittering marquee.
With more dueling monologues than a presidential campaign, it's sounding more and more like Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Manny Pacquiao will fight next year.
Somewhere way on the right side of your globe, in the aorta of China, Manny Pacquiao will fight on Saturday, November 22.
UFC President Dana White joined the Starkey and Mueller show to talk about the upcoming UFC 180 in Mexico City, Mexico on Saturday November 15th.
He's a local store clerk by day, a boxing champion by night. But his act of bravery could cost him his Olympic dream.
Boxing was big when the old YMCA in the Hill District was constructed in 1922. That ended decades ago, but hard work by an ex-police officer and local residents has brought the old gym back.
Mike Tyson has been chosen to present Evander Holyfield for his induction into Nevada's Boxing Hall of Fame on August 9, in, of course, Las Vegas, the scene of many crimes, factual and fictional.
A film crew was in Carrick again today, shooting scenes for the Jake Gyllenhaal movie called "Southpaw."
Here is a list of five things you didn't know about Saul "Canelo" Alvarez.
If boxing is to save its vitality, it needs vital boxers to fight each other. Seems simple enough, an athletic algorithm that serves the sport and its fans.
From fiction to reality, the underdog often chirps until he's champ. So it is with Erislandy Lara. While technically the champion here and universally respected as a fighter, Lara has little of Canelo's cash or cachet, and just a fraction of Canelo's traction among the media.
On July 12, Saul "Canelo" Alvarez and Erislandy Lara are fighting in Las Vegas. While technically not a title fight, it's considered the de facto championship bout at 154 lbs.
First, it was Russell Crowe, and now Jake Gyllenhaal is returning to Pittsburgh to make another movie.
Mike Tyson is without question one of the most famous boxers in the world. Today, he talked about his life, career and a new boxing promotion he's bringing to the city.
Manny Pacquiao, one of the few boxers to still move the needle, fights Timothy Bradley this weekend for the WBO welterweight title.
Before other sports matched the money and none of the danger, boxing was must-watch theater, a distillation of the rags-to-riches narrative that personified the American Dream. And Ken Norton was Exhibit A.
Alvarez and Mayweather are fighting at a catch-weight of 152 pounds, which, if you're looking for an edge, would probably point to Alvarez, the naturally larger man. But Mayweather has a way of making larger men look small.
On the 9th floor of the BNY Mellon building downtown, you'll find the desk of Jennifer Chieng. As she calmly types away, you'd never know there's a fire brewing.
The St. Louis Cardinals rallied to beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 4-2 after breaking up a perfect game bid in the seventh inning.
A bounce house stood in the middle of the Pittsburgh Pirates' clubhouse before Monday night's game against St. Louis, courtesy of NL Cy Young Award winner Paul Skenes.
The Penguins defeated the Flyers 3-2 in Game 5 of their Eastern Conference playoff series on Monday at PPG Paints Arena.
A growing number of parents across the U.S. are declining routine preventive care for their newborns. Doctors say the trend is raising concerns.
The event brings together community leaders and residents to find ways to improve local downtowns.
The St. Louis Cardinals rallied to beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 4-2 after breaking up a perfect game bid in the seventh inning.
A record-breaking number of fans explored Pittsburgh during the 2026 NFL draft.
A bounce house stood in the middle of the Pittsburgh Pirates' clubhouse before Monday night's game against St. Louis, courtesy of NL Cy Young Award winner Paul Skenes.
Here are the Pittsburgh Steelers' pick results from each round of the 2026 NFL draft.
The Penguins defeated the Flyers 3-2 in Game 5 of their Eastern Conference playoff series on Monday at PPG Paints Arena.
Ohio's Republican primary for governor is a few weeks away, but there are few signs that the top candidate sees it as a competitive race.
The suspect was identified to CBS News by law enforcement sources as 31-year-old Cole Allen of Torrance, California.
President Trump was evacuated from the White House Correspondents' Dinner after shots rang out at the hotel where the event was taking place.
President Trump was safely evacuated from the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner Saturday night after shots were fired outside the ballroom of the Washington Hilton Hotel.
Josh Shapiro may be heavily favored to win reelection as Pennsylvania governor, but that doesn't mean there isn't a lot on the line for him this year.
Some Trader Joe's shoppers will get a payout after a lawsuit alleged that the retailer's customer receipts put shoppers at risk of ID theft.
The rising price of tomatoes is impacting some restaurants around Pittsburgh.
Music lovers tired of paying hundreds of dollars to see big-name acts may be getting some relief.
Pennsylvania Attorney General Dave Sunday is warning sports fans to watch for scams as they buy tickets and merchandise tied to the NBA and NHL playoffs.
A new consumer safety warning is raising concerns about carbon monoxide detectors sold online.
Heather is emptying the contents of her kitchen cabinets and with the help of Happy Lark Home Organizing, she's finding the right “flavor” for her kitchen storage.
Did you know the logos that the new NFL players touched on their walk to the stage were made by a local artist? Kim Fox, also known as “Worker Bird,” is here in our PTL studio to teach us about what it took to make the “steely” pieces.
Spring has sprung. What does that mean for your pets? Veterinarian Dr. Mike Hutchinson of Animal General in Cranberry talks allergies and "the great escape."
After a record-breaking draft week, how does Pittsburgh "redd up?" Daisy Jade is live with Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership's clean-up crew after one of the biggest events in our city's history.
The Lincoln Park Performing Arts Center is bring the famous Broadway musical, Hairspray, to life in Pittsburgh! Our very own Daisy Jade got a sneak peek!
After suffering roof damage from this year's brutal winter, a Pittsburgh family says their insurance company has left them with even bigger problems.
The Downtown Neighbors Alliance's board voted Thursday to dissolve the organization.
The federal government will begin the long-awaited cleanup of a nuclear waste dump outside Apollo in Armstrong County.
Short-term rental owners in Washington County could soon face new scrutiny.
Allegheny County Common Pleas Judge Edward Borkowski refused to drop an attempted homicide charge against Jasper Hilliard.
A growing number of parents across the U.S. are declining routine preventive care for their newborns. Doctors say the trend is raising concerns.
Shaler Township has installed new AEDs in 10 of its parks.
Health care workers are preparing to care for anyone who will need treatment.
UPMC and AHN say they've been collaborating about getting ready for an event of this magnitude.
When doctors found out Ainsley Flynn had viral myocarditis, they leaped into action to save her. Now, Flynn is giving back.
The St. Louis Cardinals rallied to beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 4-2 after breaking up a perfect game bid in the seventh inning.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
A bounce house stood in the middle of the Pittsburgh Pirates' clubhouse before Monday night's game against St. Louis, courtesy of NL Cy Young Award winner Paul Skenes.
The Penguins defeated the Flyers 3-2 in Game 5 of their Eastern Conference playoff series on Monday at PPG Paints Arena.
Navy Midshipman and Mount Lebanon native Eli Heidenreich was drafted by the Steelers in the seventh round of the NFL draft.
The Atlanta-based railroad said Friday that it earned $547 million, or $2.43 per share, down from $750 million, or $3.31 per share, a year ago.
Some Trader Joe's shoppers will get a payout after a lawsuit alleged that the retailer's customer receipts put shoppers at risk of ID theft.
North Side business owners were left frustrated after unauthorized NFL draft no-parking signs appeared on Western Avenue.
Music lovers tired of paying hundreds of dollars to see big-name acts may be getting some relief.
The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette will stay open after it was sold to a nonprofit.
Jake was at the funeral for one of his closest friends when he learned of his parents' deaths, he said.
Gaffigan announced a continuation of his "Everything Is Wonderful!" Tour and he'll stop in Pittsburgh in November.
Western Pennsylvania natives Bret Michaels and KELS talked about their upcoming free performances at the NFL draft.
Music lovers tired of paying hundreds of dollars to see big-name acts may be getting some relief.
The trailer is out for the Pittsburgh-filmed "Hershey" biopic.
KDKA-TV's Bob Pompeani and 93.7 The Fan's Andrew Fillipponi discuss today's sports topics.
Stay on top of local weather with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast!
A Beaver County man has been charged with homicide by vehicle while DUI after police said he hit and killed a child on a bicycle and drove away. Now, the community is mourning the loss of that child. KDKA-TV's Jennifer Borrasso shares more.
A Pittsburgh-area agency that offers resources for survivors of domestic violence is suing a state organization over allegations it unfairly ended its funding. Lauren Linder reports.
A growing number of parents across the U.S. are declining routine preventive care for their newborns, and doctors say the trend is raising concerns. KDKA-TV’s Meghan Schiller found it’s happening in Pittsburgh, too.
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.
