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' abbreviated training camp will draw to a close on Friday. Last night, it was standing room only for fans to watch a scrimmage at Consol Energy Center.
The Pittsburgh Penguins returned to the ice Wednesday night after a very long break.
From Three Rivers Stadium to PNC Park, the Pittsburgh Pirates Rally Train had a good long run.
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.
The Pittsburgh Penguins have announced that the popular 'Student Rush' ticket program is returning for another season when the Pens host the Toronto Maple Leafs in their home opener on Wednesday, Jan. 23 at 7 p.m.
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.
Post Gazette "Empty Netters" blogger, Seth Rorabaugh gives the Fan Morning Show a breakdown of the first two days of Pens' Training Camp.
Pittsburgh isn't known as being the most romantic place in the country, but we do have our own special charm.
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.
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.
The Penguins announced that they will offer FREE selected concession items and "half off" all merchandise at the team's first four games at CONSOL Energy Center.
KDKA-AM's John Shumay talks to Penguins announce Mike Lange about the return of hockey and what he is hoping for this season.
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.
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.
Joe Starkey of Starkey and Miller on Sports Radio 93-7 The FAN caught up with Penguins Defenseman Brooks Orpik to discuss the end of the lockout and how ready the team is to get out there and play.
Hockey fans rejoice! The extended lockout has ended and the players are returning to the ice.
The Christmas season always brings a spirit of celebration, as well as a spirit of giving.
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro got a firsthand look at a lab at Pitt while he touted funding for neurodegenerative disease research.
Amazon has launched a first-of-its-kind same-day delivery facility in Imperial, Pennsylvania.
More than $22 million in "Money Match" checks were mailed to nearly 100,000 Pennsylvanians, the treasury said.
Pittsburgh City Council is set to work over the weekend as leaders try to hammer out a new budget before the end of the year.
The Christmas season always brings a spirit of celebration, as well as a spirit of giving.
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro got a firsthand look at a lab at Pitt while he touted funding for neurodegenerative disease research.
Amazon has launched a first-of-its-kind same-day delivery facility in Imperial, Pennsylvania.
More than $22 million in "Money Match" checks were mailed to nearly 100,000 Pennsylvanians, the treasury said.
Pittsburgh City Council is set to work over the weekend as leaders try to hammer out a new budget before the end of the year.
Pittsburgh City Council is set to work over the weekend as leaders try to hammer out a new budget before the end of the year.
The Justice Department has released records from the Epstein files, the first documents to come to light under a new law signed by President Trump. Follow live updates here.
On Thursday, President Trump signed an executive order to stop classifying marijuana as a Schedule I drug.
TikTok's China-based parent company ByteDance must sever ties with TikTok or lose access to U.S. app stores and web-hosting services
President Trump signed an order to reschedule marijuana to a lower drug classification, one of the most significant changes to drug policy in decades.
As more data centers are approved in southwestern Pennsylvania, state lawmakers are taking steps to make sure the centers pay their fair share and are good neighbors in their communities.
If you haven't sent gifts in the mail yet, you don't have much time left.
The Pittsburgh International Airport is getting nonstop flights to Dublin next year.
The new Horizon Market in New Kensington opened its doors at 4 p.m. on Wednesday.
Dollar General will pay Pennsylvania more than $1 million after the attorney general said the company overcharged customers.
Aubrey is moving .. but we’re not saying goodbye forever! She stops by to give us one last at-home workout!
Daisy Jade catches up with Santa Claus at the PPG Ice Rink to talk about Holiday Happenings with Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership!
UPMC Children’s Hospital President, Diane Hupp, and the President of the UPMC Children’s Hospital Founation, Rachel Petrucelli, join us in the studio to reveal the total amount raised!
Party Planner Shari Zatman shows David and Heather how to make a disco ball centerpiece
Party Planner Shari Zatman, Perfectly Planned by Shari, shows us how to glam up our New Year’s Eve bash!
Seven employees of the Allegheny County-run Kane Community Living Centers in Scott Township have been under investigation.
Veterans are outraged after learning about damage done to gravesites at a cemetery in Fayette County.
Artificial intelligence is watching where people park in Pittsburgh.
Drivers who were convicted of infractions years ago are being told to surrender their licenses or file costly appeals because Allegheny County never processed the paperwork.
For most students, the most dangerous part of their day is going to and from school.
A Pennsylvania man visited Penn to thank the surgeon who saved his life during a stroke.
NFL players say they will continue with dry-needling sessions despite a recent incident involving the Pittsburgh Steelers' T.
What is dry needling? Here's what you need to know about the treatment.
For most, the holiday season is known as the season of giving. For Leah Taylor, it's the season where she received one of the greatest gifts she could ever receive.
Mixed nuts from Ohio-based Mellace Family Brands sold at some Wegmans stores could be tainted with Salmonella, FDA warns.
The Pittsburgh Pirates have made a bold move by agreeing to acquire two-time All-Star second baseman Brandon Lowe from Tampa Bay.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
After taking the reins as acting head coach and winning a championship, Vincent has officially been named Riverhounds head coach.
Linus Ullmark made 24 saves for his first shutout of the season, Brady Tkachuk scored twice and the Ottawa Senators beat the Pittsburgh 4-0 on Thursday night to extend the Penguins' losing streak to seven.
Pitt lost 3-0 to Texas A&M in the final four of the NCAA women's volleyball tournament on Thursday.
There won't be a Westmoreland County Airshow next year because of construction at the Arnold Palmer Regional Airport.
The Pittsburgh International Airport is getting nonstop flights to Dublin next year.
Members of the Newspaper Guild of Pittsburgh voted last week to end their three-year-long walkout.
Norfolk Southern railroad worked with the state of Ohio and Youngstown State University to revive plans for a $20 million first responder training center near the site of the worst derailment in a decade in East Palestine, Ohio.
A report on the future of water in central Ohio warns that industrial demands for water will skyrocket at the same time experts expect farmers will need to regularly irrigate their fields.
A court in Romania has sentenced American rapper Wiz Khalifa to nine months in jail on drug possession charges.
Pittsburgh-area natives Joe Manganiello and Caitlin O'Connor have moved from Hollywood to Mt. Lebanon.
The special features interviews with Kathy Bates, Annette Bening, Albert Brooks, Michael Douglas, Kiefer Sutherland, Jerry O'Connell and Mandy Patinkin.
The Oscars ceremony is moving to YouTube starting in 2029, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced on Wednesday.
Nick Reiner, a son of director Rob Reiner and his wife Michele, has been arrested on murder charges following their deaths, police said.
The Christmas season always brings a spirit of celebration, as well as a spirit of giving. One Pittsburgh-area restaurant has found a way to transform itself into a place that provides both. KDKA-TV's Josh Taylor reports.
It is hard not to find someone who knows the pain of losing a loved one to a disease like Alzheimer's, ALS, Parkinson's or another neurodegenerative disorder. KDKA-TV's Lauren Linder reports.
A 17-year-old girl is dead after she was hit by a vehicle in Pittsburgh's Carrick neighborhood on Friday afternoon, authorities said. KDKA-TV's Ricky Sayer reports.
Amazon made an announcement that will make last-minute shoppers that much happier or that much more likely to procrastinate.
Police officers from around the Pittsburgh area went to UPMC Children's Hospital for the annual Presents from Police giveaway.
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.
West Virginia scored a late touchdown to tie the game and then beat Pitt in overtime to win the 108th Backyard Brawl.
