Monday's KDKA Afternoon News: Dec. 17, 2012
Just in case you were busy Monday, or wanted to hear a segment of Monday's KDKA Afternoon News one more time, here's a recap of the highlights.
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Just in case you were busy Monday, or wanted to hear a segment of Monday's KDKA Afternoon News one more time, here's a recap of the highlights.
In a game that was winnable, the Pittsburgh Steelers fall to .500 on the season after an abysmal showing against the Dallas Cowboys. Nearly every unit on the Steelers team receives a poor grade that only adds to the misery of a bitter defeat and their fourth loss in five games.
93.7 The Fan Steelers Insider, Ed Bouchette recapped the Steelers 27-24 loss to the Cowboys with The Fan Morning Show.
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) -- Brandon Carr found a way to silence thousands of Terrible Towel-waving Pittsburgh fans at Cowboys Stadium and send the Dallas crowd home happy.
The Pittsburgh Steelers (7-6) and the Dallas Cowboys (7-6) will face each other at Dallas Cowboys Stadium on Sunday. Both teams are looking for a playoff berth. Getting through Dallas is the first stop on the Steelers' three-game stand in which many feel is a must win situation. Friday's final injury report and fantasy outlook is now available.
Steel Curtain member L.C. Greenwood looks back on his epic battles against the Dallas Cowboys.
With both the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Dallas Cowboys sitting at 7-6 on the season, this 2012 matchup will play out like a playoff game. The Cowboys look to dominate the game, but the Steelers are favored for this match-up. Read the Steelers' opponent profile to see who may step up and how the Cowboys are preparing for the game.
Reaction from the Steelers locker room from Mike Wallace, Ike Taylor and Josh Victorian. Gregg Giannotti and Jim Colony reporting.
The Pittsburgh Steelers are near critical mass as eight players miss practice on Wednesday. While Coach Mike Tomlin and the rest of the organization and coaches prepare replacements to fill necessary positions, the Steelers are digging in to make the most of their situation with only three games left in the 2012 NFL regular season and a must-win game against the Dallas Cowboys.
The wives of several Pittsburgh Steelers played Santa on Wednesday when they went on shopping sprees for families in need.
Rashard Mendengall has been suspended for one game by the PIttsburgh Steelers, but at this point, it doesn't seem like he even cares.
The Pittsburgh Steelers have announced that running back Rashard Mendenhall has been suspended for one game for conduct detrimental to the team.
After a devastating loss to the San Diego Chargers on Sunday, head coach Mike Tomlin said the team has to play better.
Pittsburgh currently sits in the sixth and final spot of the AFC playoff ladder. Their future is not set in stone though as they could end up where they are, as the AFC North champion, or out of the playoffs entirely.
Larry Foote recaps a 34-24 loss to the San Diego Chargers and looks ahead to Sunday's battle with the Cowboys.
Before we move on to Week 15 of the NFL season, let's take our weekly look back at the week that was in the NFL for week 14.
Every Monday morning, 93.7 The Fan Steelers Insider, and Post-Gazette Beat Writer, Ed Bouchette talks to the Fan Morning Show. This week he recaps a 34-24 loss to the San Diego Chargers.
In the middle of the playoff hunt and your starting quarterback is coming back to the field after a three-game absence. What are you going to do next, Pittsburgh Steelers? Lose to the lowly San Diego Chargers? Really?
Ike Taylor and LaMarr Woodley may be out for the Pittsburgh Steelers (7-5) when they host the San Diego Chargers (4-8) at Heinz Field Sunday, but the return of quarterback Ben Roethlisberger to the field and players returning from injury lists puts the Steelers in great position to win the game. Everyone is feeling that the timing is just right.
Former quarterback and NFL insider Boomer Esiason joins the show to breakdown this week's matchup.
The Pittsburgh Steelers (7-5) will host the San Diego Chargers (4-8) at Heinz Field Sunday. Kickoff is scheduled for 1 p.m. EST. Although the Chargers have struggled this season, the Steelers understand the challenges they face this weekend. Find out how the Chargers stack up.
Steelers Defensive End Ziggy Hood joined Seibel, Starkey and Miller on Sports Radio 93-7 The FAN to discuss the Steelers late season playoff push, and how getting healthy is playing a large role in those efforts.
The Steelers have announced that quarterback Ben Roethlisberger will return to start against the San Diego Chargers on Sunday afternoon.
Wednesday's practice for the Pittsburgh Steelers was a testing ground for quarterback Ben Roethlisberger. While head coach Mike Tomlin hasn't said that Roethlisberger will make the start against the San Diego Chargers, the team is preparing with the understanding that it doesn't matter who the quarterback is and they must improve. Read the full practice report and find out who will be stepping into rolls left vacant by injured Steelers.
The ruling follows a lawsuit filed earlier this month by a coalition of 17 Democratic state attorneys general.
Interstate 78 eastbound is back open on Saturday after a plane made an emergency landing.
Fred Rogers Productions and Little Dot Studios teamed up to bring the beloved children's show to YouTube.
Two men, a woman, and a juvenile were taken into custody after a drug bust in Braddock earlier this week.
Pittsburgh could see high temperatures into the 80s on Saturday, but overnight, storms will move in.
The ruling follows a lawsuit filed earlier this month by a coalition of 17 Democratic state attorneys general.
Interstate 78 eastbound is back open on Saturday after a plane made an emergency landing.
Fred Rogers Productions and Little Dot Studios teamed up to bring the beloved children's show to YouTube.
Two men, a woman, and a juvenile were taken into custody after a drug bust in Braddock earlier this week.
Pittsburgh could see high temperatures into the 80s on Saturday, but overnight, storms will move in.
The ruling follows a lawsuit filed earlier this month by a coalition of 17 Democratic state attorneys general.
President Trump has ousted Pam Bondi as attorney general, saying she will be taking a job in the private sector.
According to a top Shapiro campaign official, the total more than doubles the previous benchmark for a Pennsylvania gubernatorial race at this stage.
President Trump said in a speech that the U.S. will complete its military mission in Iran "very shortly," and that U.S. forces have achieved "overwhelming victories."
President Trump is planning to deliver a prime-time address Wednesday night to "provide an important update on Iran," the White House said, as the president faces critical decisions in the monthlong war.
The Pirates' home schedule starts on Friday, so how can fans save money on tickets, food, and other deals at PNC Park?
Fat Head's Saloon on Pittsburgh's South Side is closing next month after more than 30 years in business.
Studies show nearly 25% of Pennsylvanians can't pay their power bills at least once a year.
After a rat raised questions about health and safety at The Urban Tap, the owner says the South Side business is ready to gain back the public's trust.
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To close out the show, we're making sure you're prepared for the Pirates Home Opener on the North Shore!
Neighborhood Ford Store is giving away a Pirates-wrapped F-150 and Daisy learned how you can win it!
Team PTL's Daisy Jade is joined by Pirates Executive Vice President of Sales David Burke to learn about the giveaways, theme nights, and so much more!
Mikey and David are joined by Aramark Chef Gabor to show off some of the newest eats at PNC Park this season!
We check in with KDKA-TV Meteorologist Trey Fulbright for the latest forecast ahead of the Pirates Home Opener!
A new homeless encampment has popped up on Pittsburgh's North Side.
A Sewickley Hills man said he's left without a usable driveway because PennDOT cannot get it right.
Steven Eason, 15, was shot and killed while trying to break up a fight at the Haunted Hills Hayride in North Versailles in 2021. No arrest has been made.
People in the Pittsburgh area formed "Families for Justice," a support group for parents who lost children to gun violence.
An inspection sheds light on why dust is blanketing a neighborhood in Westmoreland County.
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.
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.
Konnor Griffin made his MLB debut for the Pittsburgh Pirates on Friday, and a photo captured his family's heartwarming reaction to his first hit.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Teenager Konnor Griffin made a splash in his major league debut for the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Fans are flocking to the North Shore to welcome home their Pittsburgh Pirates for a new season.
Baseball's top prospect answered questions about being promoted to the Pittsburgh Pirates, expectations, and his MLB debut.
Fat Head's Saloon on Pittsburgh's South Side is closing next month after more than 30 years in business.
Pittsburgh's newest music venue released a lineup of its first concerts on Monday, giving a taste of what's to come at Citizens Live at the Wylie.
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.
Fred Rogers Productions and Little Dot Studios teamed up to bring the beloved children's show to YouTube.
The first stop on Boone's new tour will be at PPG Paints Arena on July 7.
The price hike raises the cost of the standard plan with ads by $1 per month and the cost of the standard and premium plans by $2.
Newborns at a Pittsburgh-area hospital dressed up to celebrate the 20th anniversary of "Hannah Montana."
11 shows will be coming to Pittsburgh, including six winners of the Best Musical at the Tony Awards.
Watch as teams from Penns Manor, Plum, and West Shamokin high schools compete on this edition of KD Quiz!
Watch as teams from Penns Manor, Plum, and West Shamokin high schools compete on this edition of KD Quiz!
Watch as teams from Penns Manor, Plum, and West Shamokin high schools compete on this edition of KD Quiz!
Watch as teams from Penns Manor, Plum, and West Shamokin high schools compete on this edition of KD Quiz!
KDKA-TV Sports' Cassidy Wood and the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette's Brian Batko talk about the sports topics of the day.
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.
