Pittsburgh Pirates Holding 2020 Home Opener Without Fans Allowed, Offering Virtual Gameday Experience
This year will be a little bit different, but today is the Pittsburgh Pirates' home opener.
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This year will be a little bit different, but today is the Pittsburgh Pirates' home opener.
After dropping the first two of the series, the Pirates avoided the sweep, beating St. Louis 5-1.
The Pirates were only able to muster one run against the Cardinals on Saturday afternoon, ultimately losing 9-1.
With no fans at PNC Park this season, the Pirates are launching a "virtual fan experience" that will provide in-game experiences at home.
The Pirates' Jarrod Dyson took a knee during the national anthem on Friday.
The Pirates have unveiled a Black Lives Matter banner at PNC Park.
The Pirates' manager is known for his energy, positivity, and focus. They hope this will help in an unprecedented season.
Major League Baseball and the players' union agreed Thursday to expand the playoffs from 10 teams to 16 for the pandemic-delayed season, a person familiar with the deal said.
The Pennsylvania Department of Health won't allow the Toronto Blue Jays to play at PNC Park in Pittsburgh amid pandemic.
The Toronto Blue Jays will likely be calling PNC Park their home for the 2020 season.
A member of the Pirates' major league staff took the mound during an intra-squad scrimmage on Tuesday night.
Pennsylvania Senator Pat Toomey will host a roundtable discussion about the return of the MLB on Tuesday.
The Pirates lost 11-7 on Monday to the Indians.
Catcher John Ryan Murphy said he is excited to fill in for Luke Maile for the Pittsburgh Pirates.
According to reports, the Toronto Blue Jays are considering using PNC Park as a site for home games this season.
Pirates third base prospect Ke'Bryan Hayes has tested positive for COVID-19, according to Derek Shelton.
An 8th inning two-run double sparked a comeback for Cleveland and helped erase a 3-0 Pirates lead.
Pirates broadcaster Bob Walk is recovering from COVID-19.
Pirates catcher Luke Maile will be out 10-12 weeks after surgery to repair a fractured finger.
A Pittsburgh Pirates player has tested positive for coronavirus.
The Pirates believe the shortened 2020 major league season will give them a chance to bounce back following a miserable last-place finish in 2019.
A doctor walking to MLB parks to raise awareness for health care workers is set to stop in Pittsburgh.
The Pittsburgh Pirates will play three exhibition games against the Cleveland Indians leading up to the opening day of the 2020 regular season.
The Pittsburgh Pirates have released their 2021 schedule.
More than 300 Pittsburgh Public Schools buses are equipped with AI-enabled Bus Patrol cameras.
Karoline Heintz was killed by Royce Moser, her boyfriend, in Washington County, Pennsylvania, authorities said.
The on-site parking garage partially collapsed in late April, and people who live there say that's just the start of the problems.
Charles Plum, a 17-year-old motorcyclist, was killed in a crash with the driver of a box truck in Georges Township, Fayette County.
More than three years later, we're beginning to learn about the health impacts of the Norfolk Southern train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio.
Karoline Heintz was a first-year student at PennWest California. A man and his mother are charged in her death.
Karoline Heintz was killed by Royce Moser, her boyfriend, in Washington County, Pennsylvania, authorities said.
Charles Plum, a 17-year-old motorcyclist, was killed in a crash with the driver of a box truck in Georges Township, Fayette County.
More than 300 Pittsburgh Public Schools buses are equipped with AI-enabled Bus Patrol cameras.
The on-site parking garage partially collapsed in late April, and people who live there say that's just the start of the problems.
Veteran organizations and businesses are asking state legislators to pass a bill allowing them to keep their so-called "skill-game" machines.
"We've seen too many developers who are trying to bulldoze our community," Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro told "CBS Mornings."
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro on Tuesday said he's instituting what he calls the strictest data center guardrails in the country.
On Tuesday, Pennsylvania took a major step in the fight against the negative impacts of social media, particularly on children.
In a wide-ranging interview with the CBS News partner BBC News, Hunter Biden grew emotional as he discussed his father's condition, describing it as very sad to watch.
The store is expected to open sometime next year.
Buffalo Township police are warning about scammers after investigating several cases where residents have fallen victim.
On Tuesday, Pennsylvania took a major step in the fight against the negative impacts of social media, particularly on children.
While the importance of the family support system is timeless, a new study found it creates financial stressors for all involved.
The store will be located at the North Hills Village shopping center along McKnight Road.
Pittsburgh Today Live's Turkey Fund Kickoff Show will take place on Sept. 18. 2026, with tickets going on sale on Aug. 25!
Table Magazine's Arts and Culture Editor Sean Collier shares his ideas on how to spend this weekend in Pittsburgh.
Back-to-school season can be stressful, so a certified family physician shares ways to make this time easier!
Heather and Daisy meet Uzo, the local rescue pup that is a top-10 finalist in People Magazine's World's Cutest Rescue Dog Contest!
Content Creator and former college football player Cullen Honohan extends his viral online career to help put Robert Morris University basketball more on the map.
More than 300 Pittsburgh Public Schools buses are equipped with AI-enabled Bus Patrol cameras.
The Bob O'Connor Golf Course has been run by a nonprofit with a charitable mission, but the course has been losing money.
KDKA Investigates has received several concerns about the integrity of the bridge, leading to an eight-month investigation into how safe the bridge is.
Going to college was once considered a very safe investment, but with tuition soaring, is it still worth the price tag?
The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection and the Sherwin-Williams Manufacturing Company entered into a consent order and agreement.
More than three years later, we're beginning to learn about the health impacts of the Norfolk Southern train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio.
Several waterways across Pennsylvania tested high for E. coli, environmental groups said.
The Pennsylvania measles outbreak isn't slowing down, and one local doctor said Pittsburgh is not immune.
The countdown to the first day of school is on, and now is the time to start making some adjustments.
In a wide-ranging interview with the CBS News partner BBC News, Hunter Biden grew emotional as he discussed his father's condition, describing it as very sad to watch.
A Pittsburgh-area mother says she was told her child cannot play football this season, even after he'd spent weeks preparing for game action.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
The legendary Penguins goaltender will be inducted into the Penguins Hall of Fame on November 14.
Mark Kulbis is also facing misdemeanor counts of involuntary manslaughter and reckless endangerment in the death of Calvin "CJ" Dickey Jr.
Brandon Lowe homered off Detroit closer Kenley Jansen with two outs in the ninth inning to lift the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 4-3 win over the Tigers.
The international fashion retailer Zara will open a location in Ross Park Mall in 2028, as the mall continues to thrive.
Some Bloomfield business owners paint a nuanced picture of how the annual Little Italy Days festival impacts them, saying that while they don't dislike the festival, they do make less money than they normally would.
The store is expected to open sometime next year.
On Tuesday, Pennsylvania took a major step in the fight against the negative impacts of social media, particularly on children.
Part of the state budget calls for $20 million to go to main street development in communities.
The Jonas Brothers are returning to Pittsburgh later this year.
Hayden Panettiere, who starred in "Remember the Titans" as a child actor and rose to fame in the series "Heroes," has died at the age of 36. The coroner's office says she was found in cardiac arrest.
The tour will be coming to Acrisure Stadium on May 8, 2027.
The popular vocal quintet Pentatonix is returning to Pittsburgh this holiday season.
Joe Manganiello says even when he spent 25 years living in Los Angeles, he always considered Pittsburgh home.
KDKA-TV's Rich Walsh and 93.7 The Fan's Chris Mueller discuss the sports topics of the day.
Karoline Heintz, a PennWest California soccer team member, was found dead in her car. Her boyfriend and his mother are charged in her death.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast!
Royce Moser was charged with homicide in the death of Karoline Heintz, a soccer player at PennWest California in Pennsylvania.
Karoline Heintz was stabbed to death by Royce Moser, her boyfriend, in Washington County, Pennsylvania, authorities said.
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.
