Friday's KDKA Afternoon News: January 18, 2013
Here's a recap of the Friday edition of the KDKA Afternoon News, in case you missed anything.
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Here's a recap of the Friday edition of the KDKA Afternoon News, in case you missed anything.
Former Penguin & Flyer Rick Tocchet checks in with Vinnie & Cook on Sportsradio 93-7 The Fan, and he can't wait to see Pittsburgh and Philadelphia square off again.
It has been almost nine months to the day that the Pittsburgh Penguins last took the ice. Finally, that all changes on Saturday.
The Pittsburgh Penguins returned to the ice Wednesday night after a very long break.
Hockey has returned to Pittsburgh. The regular season kicks off Saturday, but before the Penguins head to Philadelphia this weekend, the team is going all out tonight for the Black & Gold Game.
Fresh off a working vacation in his native Russia, Pittsburgh Penguins star center Evgeni Malkin said he's happy to be back in Pittsburgh, and he's ready to hit the ice with his teammates.
NBC Lead Announcer Doc Emrick joined Starkey and Miller on Sports Radio 93.7 The FAN to help preview the upcoming hockey season.
Pittsburgh Penguins CEO/President David Morehouse joins Sportsradio 93-7 The Fan's Ron Cook to preview the season and to discuss the importance of hockey's return to Pittsburgh.
It's a day many Penguins fans have looked forward to, the day when they can buy single-game tickets for the rest of the Pens' 48-game season.
KDKA-AM's Larry and John talk to Penguins CEO David Moorehouse about the new season and some special promotions and events that everyone can be apart of.
Post Gazette "Empty Netters" blogger, Seth Rorabaugh gives the Fan Morning Show a breakdown of the first two days of Pens' Training Camp.
Joe Starkey of Starkey and Miller on Sports Radio 93.7 The FAN caught up with Pens Winger Matt Cooke to talk about his expectations coming off a career high in goals last year, and what it was like making the transformation from enforcer to legitimate offensive threat.
The start of hockey season is less than a week away, and more than 500 Pittsburgh Penguins' fans packed the team's practice facility on Sunday for the start of training camp.
CANONSBURG, Pa. (AP) Pittsburgh Penguins coach Dan Bylsma was in the midst of a little speech during his first day at his normal job in eight months when his players stopped suddenly and raised their sticks in the air.
NEW YORK (AP) NHL hockey is finally back, and this time it's official.
Thayer "Tad" Potter, who once was a part-owner of the Penguins, has died.
Joe Starkey of Starkey and Miller on Sports Radio 93.7 The FAN caught up with new Pens Center Brandon Sutter, who talked about getting traded to the Pens and how he initially felt.
KDKA-AM's John Shumay talks to Penguins announce Mike Lange about the return of hockey and what he is hoping for this season.
ROOT Sports Penguins analyst Jay Caufield joined The Fan Morning Show on Wednesday to talk about the team's hastened preparation for the season, after the NHL lockout ended over the weekend.
Penguins General Manager Ray Shero joined Starkey and Miller on Sports Radio 93-7 The FAN to preview the upcoming season and how he sees things coming together in a shortened season.
Joe Starkey of Starkey and Miller on Sports Radio 93.7 The FAN sat down with Penguins Captain Sidney Crosby about the teams power play, getting some time on the penalty kill and expectations for a shortened season.
It was home sweet home for the Penguins on Tuesday as they returned to CONSOL Energy Center for the first time since the NHL lockout.
NBC NHL announcer Mike "Doc" Emrick takes a look at the season ahead with Vinnie & Cook on Sportsradio 93-7 The Fan.
KDKA-AM's John Shumway talks to "Doc" Mike Emrick, the voice of NBC hockey, about the return of hockey.
Matt Cooke talks to the Fan Morning Show about how he kept busy during the lockout. Also, how he is looking forward to playing hockey now that a deal is done.
Kalieb Hines, 35, is accused of clocking in for shifts at Target that he didn't stay for the entirety of.
Legacy Hall is located along PNC Park's left field entrance and features Pirates memorabilia along with a large event space.
A massive fire in Allentown, Pennsylvania, has forced nearby residents to evacuate their homes Wednesday night.
Braxton Ashcraft pitched six strong innings and batterymate Endy Roriguez drove in three runs to help the Pirates rout the Mariners 11-1.
The Cleveland Cavaliers selected Arkansas guard Meleek Thomas in the second round of the 2026 NBA draft at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn.
McKeesport High School football head coach Matt Miller resigned on Wednesday night during a school board meeting.
Imagine finding out the home you own is no longer yours, even though you weren't behind on your mortgage or selling it.
A Washington County woman is facing animal cruelty and neglect charges after an anonymous tip led humane officers to her unlicensed kennel.
Kalieb Hines, 35, is accused of clocking in for shifts at Target that he didn't stay for the entirety of.
Legacy Hall is located along PNC Park's left field entrance and features Pirates memorabilia along with a large event space.
President Trump took the stage at the Mack Trucks plant in Pennsylvania on Tuesday, rallying in front of hundreds of supporters in a wide-ranging campaign-style speech.
A Pittsburgh councilman is tossing around the idea of taxing "skill games."
A Democratic push is underway in Harrisburg to redefine how immigration enforcement operates in Pennsylvania, though it is facing significant opposition.
Alan Greenspan's lengthy reign at the Federal Reserve coincided with a period of stability from the mid-1980s until 2007.
Keir Starmer will step down as U.K. Prime Minister weeks after a brutal round of local elections and as he faced a challenge from within his Labour Party.
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.
A Pennsylvania state lawmaker is proposing giving taxpayers $250 to celebrate America's birthday.
Buc-ee's plans to open another store in Ohio, bringing its gas station, convenience store and smiling buck-toothed beaver mascot closer to the Pennsylvania stateline.
Pittsburgh cyclist Jeff Koontz is pedaling from Oceanside, California to Atlantic City, New Jersey in just 12 days all for the KDKA Turkey Fund!
Boaz takes us to the heart of this tradition turned festival to see how they are getting ready to celebrate "Boom on the Bridge!"
How well do Heather and Daisy know the iconic music of Carole King? The cast of "Beautiful" find out!
Carole King's journey from being an up-and-coming songwriter in Brooklyn to one of the most influential artists of all-time is the story at the heart of "Beautiful." Now, it's made its return to Pittsburgh and the stars joined PTL for an inside look!
Heather and Daisy talk about the new Paul Skenes x Sheetz partnership, and so much more!
The school board in McKeesport has called a special meeting on Wednesday to decide the future of its football coaching staff.
Delta-8 is unregulated and untested, and more and more users are paying the price.
A family in Whitehall says nearly 30 years after a freak accident changed their lives forever, they are looking for help.
Many families with children attending schools in the Catholic Diocese of Pittsburgh said they are trying to figure out the logic behind their upcoming tuition bills.
Pittsburgh's fire boat has been on the water for nearly a decade, but it hasn't seen much action.
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.
Pittsburgh, with its natural beauty and parks, can be a great place for people to put the phones down and enjoy life.
Legacy Hall is located along PNC Park's left field entrance and features Pirates memorabilia along with a large event space.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Braxton Ashcraft pitched six strong innings and batterymate Endy Roriguez drove in three runs to help the Pirates rout the Mariners 11-1.
The Cleveland Cavaliers selected Arkansas guard Meleek Thomas in the second round of the 2026 NBA draft at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn.
The NHL's Board of Governors gave unanimous approval of the sale of the Penguins to the Hoffmann Family of Companies this week.
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.
Schwebel's, which sells bread at grocery stores across western Pennsylvania, is closing after 120 years.
Pittsburgh City Council has approved new legislation that would put new restrictions on vape shops.
Buc-ee's plans to open another store in Ohio, bringing its gas station, convenience store and smiling buck-toothed beaver mascot closer to the Pennsylvania stateline.
Road closures will be in place ahead of the America250PA concert at Point State Park on Saturday, June 27.
Clive Davis helped shape the careers of music stars including Janis Joplin, Bruce Springsteen and Whitney Houston.
Pittsburgh's South Side Street Fest is officially underway, aiming to create a safer and welcoming South Side.
Luke Skywalker's lightsaber from the "Star Wars" sequel "The Empire Strikes Back" is expected to sell for at least $1 million at an upcoming auction.
Locals spent Saturday at the Carrie Blast Furnaces for a day of sampling dozens of local beers and cocktails.
McKeesport High School football head coach Matt Miller resigned on Wednesday night during a school board meeting.
A 4-year-old was shot inside a home in Rankin on Tuesday, police said.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Trey Fulbright's forecast.
Scott traveled from Arizona to Pittsburgh for a double lung transplant and watched Talk Pittsburgh while he was at the hospital. Now this weekend, Scott and his husband Carey will be walking to raise awareness and support for pulmonary fibrosis.
Dr. Katie explains how to keep someone's stress from becoming your own.
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.
