Animal Activists Protest At Heinz Field Over Vick Signing
There was a sizable protest Thursday evening across from Heinz Field during the Pittsburgh Steelers final preseason game by animal activists upset by the Michael Vick signing.
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There was a sizable protest Thursday evening across from Heinz Field during the Pittsburgh Steelers final preseason game by animal activists upset by the Michael Vick signing.
While the Steelers play their last preseason game this Thursday evening at Heinz Field, a group of local animal activists plan to be outside the stadium for a candlelight vigil.
Steelers fans remain bitterly divided over the signing of quarterback Michael Vick.
The decision to sign Michael Vick after Bruce Gradkowski's injury is one that was very much debated internally by the Steelers.
When the Steelers signed quarterback Michael Vick earlier this week, they stirred controversy across the city and divided the fan base.
It was a controversial signing, but Wednesday afternoon, Michael Vick was on the practice field with the Pittsburgh Steelers to workout with the team.
The Pittsburgh Steelers signed free-agent quarterback Michael Vick to a one-year deal: that led to a social media meltdown.
Not everything in this world is all or nothing. I can despise Vick and simultaneously feel exactly the opposite about the Steelers franchise as a whole.
Michael Vick was on the practice field this morning after signing a 1-year deal with the Pittsburgh Steelers.
"NFL on CBS" studio analyst Boomer Esiason called into "The Cook and Poni Show" to discuss the Steelers signing Michael Vick to a 1-year deal.
The signing of Michael Vick has become a hot button issue in town with his past conviction for dog fighting.
According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, it appears Michael Vick is en route to Pittsburgh to meet with the team.
The Pittsburgh Steelers once again faced a statistically weaker team during their week ten road game against the New York Jets and gave the game away, 20-13.
The Pittsburgh Steelers (6-3) will travel to Met Life Stadium to face a New York Jets team that has struggled in 2014 and only won a single game.
Let's take a look at why exactly the New York Jets need to make the switch from Geno Smith to Michael Vick.
Because we think that extra million is just one too many.
Tony Dungy has the freedom to say what he wants.
Phil Simms answers questions about the state of the NFL after seven weeks.
PITTSBURGH (93-7 THE FAN) -- The NFL has caught plenty of flak from fans around here for past fines levvied against All-Pro linebacker James Harrison. On Sunday Harrison actually admitted he didn't want to put himself in a position where Steeler Nation had more ammo.
The Steelers return after a week off during the bye week to the field again this weekend taking on the Eagles.
Sports Radio 94 WIP Morning Show Host Angelo Cataldi dropped by The Vinnie and Cook Show on Friday to preview the Steelers-Eagles game.
The Philadelphia Eagles are 3-1 after 4 weeks and are alone in 1st place in the highly competitive NFC East. Despite being 3-1, the Eagles have been outscored by 17 points so far this season, winning their 3 games by a total of 4 points and their lone loss being a 27-6 defeat at the hands of Arizona.
The Steelers' top guns set to return for Sunday's game.
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Andy Reid was welcomed back to the sideline with chants of "Andy! Andy! Andy!" and left the field with players swarming him in celebration. Alex Henery kicked a 51-yard field goal with 12 seconds left to lift the Philadelphia Eagles to a 24-23 victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers in their preseason opener Thursday night.
A Pennsylvania man was arrested after the National Park Service said he vandalized monuments in Gettysburg, causing thousands of dollars in damage.
The Oakland County Sheriff's Office says law enforcement is responding to an "active shooter situation" at Temple Israel in West Bloomfield, Michigan.
The district attorney's office charged Rajon Wilson in a shooting that left another man dead.
A shooter was killed after opening fire in a building on the campus of Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia, the university said.
Two cars caught fire in a crash on Route 8 in Allison Park
A Pennsylvania man was arrested after the National Park Service said he vandalized monuments in Gettysburg, causing thousands of dollars in damage.
The Oakland County Sheriff's Office says law enforcement is responding to an "active shooter situation" at Temple Israel in West Bloomfield, Michigan.
The district attorney's office charged Rajon Wilson in a shooting that left another man dead.
The annual KDKA Fish Fry Guide is back for Lent! Check our listings for a 2026 fish fry near you in Pittsburgh.
A shooter was killed after opening fire in a building on the campus of Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia, the university said.
"The president is constantly critical on mail-in voting, and that's ridiculous," Democratic Sen. John Fetterman said Wednesday.
"I think, overall, what's accomplished is remarkable," Sen. John Fetterman told CBS News chief White House correspondent Major Garrett in an interview Wednesday.
About 30 U.S. service members remained hospitalized Tuesday after an Iranian drone strike in Kuwait.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Tuesday that it would be the "most intense day" of strikes against Iran so far.
President Trump told CBS News the U.S. war with Iran is "very complete," and said the U.S. "could do a lot" about the Strait of Hormuz.
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The Pennsylvania Treasury will hold a public auction for unclaimed goods on Wednesday, March 25.
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A Pittsburgh-area man is not just giving people living with ALS a voice, he's giving them their own voice.
An investigation into fraudulent vehicle inspections has led to dozens of charges against a Pittsburgh-area auto shop owner and his mechanic, police said.
Pittsburgh Magazine's Sean Collier is back like he is every Thursday and he's giving you a rundown of the best events in the 'Burgh this weekend!
Buying a house is one of the biggest milestones in a person's life, but figuring out how to is a massive challenge. That's why Dollar Bank's "The Way Home" workshop is so important. Susan Kelly and a first-time homebuyer join Heather and Daisy with all the information new homebuyers need!
Morgan Freeman has played several iconic roles throughout his storied career, now, he's bringing his symphonic blues experience tour to Pittsburgh. Heather Abraham talked to the legendary actor about why he chose this project.
Spring break is nearly here and there's no doubt the kids will say the phrase, "I'm bored!" So, Yuhling Behr from Kidsburgh joins Heather and Daisy for some fun, at-home spring break ideas!
College hoops is taking up residence at PPG Paints Arena this weekend when the Atlantic 10 Men's Basketball Tournament will tip off! The A10 Commissioner, Bernadette V. McGlade, joined PTL to talk about the tournament!
More homeowners than ever in Allegheny County are filing appeals to try to lower their property taxes.
A cancer once rare in young people has become the number one cause of cancer-related deaths for Americans under age 50.
There is cautious optimism on the North Shore that the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette may continue to publish under new ownership.
From freshly washed cars to air conditioning units to entire porches, dust is blanketing one Westmoreland County neighborhood.
Former patients of Dr. Carl Medgaus are running out of time to try to recover money for unfinished dental work.
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.
With a measles outbreak in Pennsylvania, local health experts want to send a message to families.
Cracking down on the price of prescription drugs is a hefty task.
North Allegheny finished the first day of the state championships in first place and are the defending champions.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Ohio's plan to use unclaimed funds to help fund construction of a new domed stadium for the Cleveland Browns has been temporarily blocked in court.
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Heyward's new contract is said to be worth more than $32 million over two years with the first year of the deal guaranteed.
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.
The lawsuit accuses Nippon of prioritizing revenue over worker safety.
A woman was arrested on Sunday for firing multiple shots at the Beverly Hills home of Rihanna, Los Angeles Police Department officials say.
The countdown is on, as the NFL Draft comes to Pittsburgh and America turns 250 years old.
Hillary Knight, Megan Keller and Jack and Quinn Hughes made a surprise appearance during "Heated Rivalry" star Connor Storrie's opening monologue on "SNL."
The medical drama "The Pitt" has certainly put a lot of eyes on Pittsburgh, and while the stories are fiction, the show highlights some very real things about the city.
Streaming giant Netflix declined to match Paramount Skydance's $31 per share offer for Warner Bros. Discovery.
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Commuting in Pittsburgh has been a headache for years, but a new study found that the Parkway East is one of the "angriest" commutes in the commonwealth. KDKA's Chilekasi Adele has more.
Police said that Lagomau Malu, 23, was responsible for abusing her 3-year-old son who died Wednesday. KDKA's Jessica Riley spoke with neighbors about the case.
Pittsburgh Magazine's Sean Collier is back like he is every Thursday and he's giving you a rundown of the best events in the 'Burgh this weekend!
Buying a house is one of the biggest milestones in a person's life, but figuring out how to is a massive challenge. That's why Dollar Bank's "The Way Home" workshop is so important. Susan Kelly and a first-time homebuyer join Heather and Daisy with all the information new homebuyers need!
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.
