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KDKA AM's Larry Richert talks to former NFL referee and Pittsburgher Sanford Rivers about the effects of the referee lockout.
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KDKA AM's Larry Richert talks to former NFL referee and Pittsburgher Sanford Rivers about the effects of the referee lockout.
PITTSBURGH (93-7 THE FAN) -- Steelers safety Ryan Clark won't play in the team's prime-time regular season opener against the host Denver Broncos Sunday, but on Tuesday he celebrated the creation of a non-profit organization centering on the sickle cell condition that will keep him out of Week 1.
PITTSBURGH (93-7 THE FAN) -- Center and co-captain Ryan Turnley would have liked to pave the way for more productivity in Saturday's 31-17 loss to Youngstown State at Heinz Field, but he still likes the chemistry of Pitt's offensive line after their first regular-season test.
PITTSBURGH (93-7 THE FAN) -- West Virginia, which entered the season at No. 11, has moved up to No. 9 in the new AP college football poll following a 69-34 win over Marshall in Saturday's 2012 opener at Milan Puskar Stadium.
93-7 The Fan Steelers insider Ed Bouchette from the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette joins Vinnie & Cook for his weekly Tuesday appearance.
The preseason is over and Mike Tomlin held his first official press conference Tuesday afternoon to discuss the Steelers' Week 1 opponent.
teelers guard, Willie Colon is once again promoting his charity event, the "Lupus Loop" 5k Run and Walk. To talk about it, and the Steelers' first game week of the season, he joined the Fan Morning Show on Tuesday.
PITTSBURGH (93-7 THE FAN) -- Despite a 31-17 upset at the hands of Youngstown State in last Saturday's season opener, senior quarterback Tino Sunseri sees positives on which Pitt's offense can build entering Thursday's Big East lid-lifter in Cincinnati.
PITTSBURGH (93-7 THE FAN) -- Some players discussed the need to put foresight above hindsight after Pitt was upset by Youngstown State, 31-17, at Heinz Field Saturday, and head coach Paul Chryst said in his weekly press conference he expects tangible progress to be made between game one and game two, Thursday's Big East opener against Cincinnati at Nippert Stadium.
93.7 The Fan Steelers Insider and Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reporter Ed Bouchette joined Ron Cook on The Fan Morning Show Monday morning.
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) An emotionless Bill O'Brien spoke in measured tones, delivering short and sometimes one-word answers. Penn State's new head coach clearly wasn't happy, and meeting the media seemed like the last thing he wanted to do after losing his Happy Valley debut 24-14 to Ohio.
PITTSBURGH (93-7 THE FAN) -- A team coming off such a disappointing performance needs leadership from its seniors, and after Pitt was upset by Youngstown State, 31-17, in its 2012 season opener at Heinz Field Saturday night, three of them stressed the importance of learning from this loss entering next week's conference lid-lifter in Cincinnati.
PITTSBURGH (93-7 THE FAN) -- A year ago there might have been a different scapegoat for such a humbling loss. But as Youngstown State spoiled Paul Chryst's debut as head coach with a 31-17 win over Pitt at Heinz Field Saturday night, it was the defense, not the offense, that let down the Panthers most.
PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Kurt Hess passed for 154 yards and two touchdowns as Youngstown State of the Football Championship Subdivision spoiled Paul Chryst's debut as Pitt's coach in a 31-17 upset on Saturday night in the season opener for both schools.
It's was a day of new beginnings on Saturday for the major college football programs in our region, but none is getting more attention than Penn State.
PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Pittsburgh coach Paul Chryst suspended six players for Saturday's season opener against Youngstown State.
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) The new era at Penn State is off to a disappointing start. The Nittany Lions let an 11-point halftime lead slip away and Ohio quarterback Tyler Tettleton accounted for three second-half touchdowns to hand Bill O'Brien a 24-14 loss in his debut as Penn State head coach.
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) -- Geno Smith threw for 323 yards and four touchdowns to lead No. 11 West Virginia to a 69-34 win over Marshall on Saturday in the Mountaineers' highest-scoring season opener in school history.
A day after making their final cuts, the Pittsburgh Steelers have signed eight players to their practice squad.
PITTSBURGH (93-7 THE FAN) — When asked about Youngstown State's roster packed with returning starters, redshirt senior safety Andrew Taglianetti did not hesitate to say the Penguins are not a team to overlook.
It doesn't get any bigger than high school football in Western Pennsylvania and we're committed to bringing you the best team coverage in the region. After the games, you can find all the latest scores right here!
"Mr. High School Sports" is blogging live from Upper St. Clair as the Panthers open the 2012 WPIAL football season against Woodland Hills.
We preview the biggest WPIAL football games from the opening weekend of the 2012 season, including our featured game between two Class AAAA contenders and new conference rivals.
Former Steeler and current KDKA-TV Steelers color commentator Edmund Nelson joined The Fan Morning Show on Friday.
Former Pitt defensive tackle Chas Alecxih joined The Fan Morning Show on Friday to talk about his NFL training camp experience, as he was recently released by the Miami Dolphins after being signed as an undrafted free agent.
While it's been in Pittsburgh since the 70s, the Pittsburgh Toy Lending Library feels like the best-kept secret.
More than 800,000 people attended the NFL draft in Pittsburgh over three days.
While the sunshine is back in Pittsburgh on Sunday, temperatures will be noticeably cooler.
The Allegheny County Police Department was called to the scene of a deadly shooting in Duquesne.
The Penguins won game four against the Flyers, but the odds of winning the series remain unlikely.
A record-breaking number of fans explored Pittsburgh during the 2026 NFL draft.
While it's been in Pittsburgh since the 70s, the Pittsburgh Toy Lending Library feels like the best-kept secret.
More than 800,000 people attended the NFL draft in Pittsburgh over three days.
Here are the Pittsburgh Steelers' pick results from each round of the 2026 NFL draft.
While the sunshine is back in Pittsburgh on Sunday, temperatures will be noticeably cooler.
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.
In a one-on-one interview with KDKA, Gov. Josh Shapiro talked about the NFL draft, the state's economy and public transit.
U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro said that the Federal Reserve's inspector general will investigate cost overruns in project to renovate the central bank's headquarters.
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.
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!
For those who may want to experience the NFL draft in Pittsburgh, but worry it might not be the most family-friendly event, two organizations are teaming up to make sure there is plenty of family fun!
For the first time in 50 years, legendary music producer Rich Engler is opening up his vault that has guitars from some of the biggest musicians in history, and is auctioning them off! Boaz Frankel spoke with him about why he's doing this now.
Team PTL's Daisy Jade caught up with Pittsburgh's own DJ Bonics who is playing a big role in all the draft festivities at Point State Park!
Heather and David are closing out the week from Market Square and they're taking a look back on what was a historic night in Pittsburgh as the NFL draft officially began!
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.
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.
UPMC Hillman Cancer Center is exploring everything radiation treatment can treat, and the success has been life-changing for people.
More than 800,000 people attended the NFL draft in Pittsburgh over three days.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
The Penguins won game four against the Flyers, but the odds of winning the series remain unlikely.
The Pittsburgh Penguins force Game 5 after defeating the Philadelphia Flyers Saturday Night.
The Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Milwaukee Brewers 6-3 on Saturday night.
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.
West Virginia resident Rebecca Michalski struggles with soaring electricity bills that exceed her income.
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 Sports' Rich Walsh is joined by Pirates insider Robby Incmikoski to talk about the sports headlines of the day.
In Pittsburgh's Shadyside neighborhood, a non-profit has been around since the 1970s, and it gives local children a place to learn and grow. Megan Shinn shares the work of the Pittsburgh Toy Lending Library.
Watch as teams from North Catholic, Quaker Valley, and Trinity Christian high schools compete on this edition of KD Quiz!
Watch as teams from North Catholic, Quaker Valley, and Trinity Christian high schools compete on this edition of KD Quiz!
Watch as teams from North Catholic, Quaker Valley, and Trinity Christian high schools compete on this edition of KD Quiz!
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.
