Delmont
LATEST NEWS
Police arrest man linked to Gainey staffer in Downtown Pittsburgh shooting
Pittsburgh police have arrested a city man previously convicted on drug charges in connection with a shooting Downtown earlier this week. Ray Rivera, 58, of East Liberty, shot a man twice in the arm while the victim was in a car near Smithfield Street on Tuesday afternoon following an argument between the two elsewhere in the city’s central business district, authorities said.
Pittsburgh Greeted by Clear Skies and Lower Humidity, Morgantown on Alert for Weekend Showers
Pittsburgh residents can expect a respite from humidity and possible storms today. The forecast puts a bright spin on the weekend, promising dry weather and clear skies as high pressure makes its way into the area. After early morning fog and low clouds dissipate, we're looking at scattered cumulus clouds but also relief from the mugginess that's clung to the city streets like an unwelcome second skin, according to the National Weather Service.
Jeff Capel Expresses Gratitude on 93.7 The Fan After New Contract Extension
On Wednesday, Pitt announced that head coach Jeff Capel has signed a three-year extension to remain the head coach of the University’s basketball program through 2029-30. Shortly after the announcement, Capel joined Jeff Hathhorn, his co-host of The Jeff Capel Show that runs throughout each season. Capel and Hathhorn discussed Capel’s extension, his journey from year one to today, and much more. Capel elaborated on the program’s recent success as well as his feelings following the rough 2021 season. Check out the full interview here.
Pittsburgh CLO to Present A MUSICAL CHRISTMAS CAROL & More This Holiday Season
Pittsburgh CLO has revealed its holiday season productions for 2024, promising a mix of laughter, tradition, and holiday spirit with two spectacular shows. From November 29th to December 22nd, the Greer Cabaret Theater will host the wickedly fun WHO'S HOLIDAY! and from December 13th to December 22nd, at the Byham Theater, the beloved holiday tradition continues with A MUSICAL CHRISTMAS CAROL featuring a new Scrooge, Charles Shaughnessy (The Nanny, Days of our Lives).
Final preparations underway as Picklesburgh 2024 kicks off on Thursday
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) - It's always a great day to be a Pittsburgher, but if you love pickles, it's an even better day. Today kicks off the 2024 edition of Picklesburgh and there's more to offer this year than ever before. As of Thursday morning, crews are moving around PPG Place putting together the final touches before it all kicks off and that happens later today when people will begin flocking to downtown for the yearly festival. This year, Picklesburgh is opening early, giving fans of pickles an extra day to celebrate all things pickles. In 2023, more than 200,000 people attended the festival...
Ranking the jersey numbers picks of the new Penguins
Yep, it’s the time to rank the jersey numbers of the new players on the Penguins. Many have said it’s one of the most thrilling and important events of the year. #5 - Anthony Beauvillier (72) Oh no, what are you doing? No. 72 is synonymous in Pittsburgh...
A cold front moves though Pittsburgh bringing us sunshine and comfortable temperatures
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) - The cold front that moved in yesterday brought some much-needed rain and cooler temps to the region. The Drought Monitor will get updated later today but I don't think it put much of a dent into it. Today will be a breath of fresh air with lower humidity and highs in the low 80s and plenty of sunshine by the afternoon with decreasing clouds from a foggy morning. WEATHER LINKS: Current Conditions | School Closings & Delays | Submit Your Weather PhotosIt's actually going to be slightly below normal for our highs. The gorgeous weather will last through the weekend with highs in the mid to upper 80s! We are back above normal on Sunday and Monday with highs near 90. Tuesday is the next chance for rain and a few storms with humidity increasing along with it. Stay up to date with the KDKA Mobile App – which you can download here!
Blowout win gives glimmer of hope in trying season for Riverhounds
A 5-0 shellacking of Oakland Roots SC on Saturday night was a welcomed reprieve for the Pittsburgh Riverhounds in what has been the most challenging season in Bob Lilley’s time at the club. It ended a 10-game winless streak in USL Championship play where the Hounds went 0-6-4 and...
Aliquippa players and coaches not thrown off after coaching changes
ALIQUIPPA — Whenever there is a coaching change within a program, sometimes there are growing pains that come along with adjusting to a new face at the helm and changes in how the program is run. But for Aliquippa players and coaches alike, when head coach Mike Warfield announced that he would be...
'It was a great time.' Erie's Chestnut Street pool was beloved for 80 years
The Chestnut Street pool was the place to be for generations of Erie residents each summer. Built just after the turn of the 20th century, the outdoor community pool was frequented by thousands of children and adults annually. ...
Pittsburgh's Mason Miller throws hardest recorded pitch in MLB All-Star Game history
ARLINGTON (KDKA) - All eyes were focused on Texas on Tuesday night as the Pirates rookie phenom Paul Skenes began the night as the National League's starting pitcher in the 2024 MLB All-Star Game. In the 94th Midsummer Classic, Skenes was able to toss a scoreless first inning, facing four batters, and showing off his triple-digit skills, topping out at 100.1 mph. His first batter was the Guardians' Steven Kwan who hit into a pop-fly for the first out, followed by a comebacker from Gunnar Henderson of the Orioles. Skenes then walked the Yankees Juan Soto but it led to the matchup everyone...
Demolition of old Fort Pitt Brewery buildings underway
After years of complaints, Westmoreland County officially started tearing down the former Fort Pitt Brewery buildings. Laken Cope lives just across the street from the old Fort Pitt Brewery. She said over the last few years, animals — like rabbits and mice — living in the old building started making their way out into neighbor’s yards. “I had to get cats because of the animals,” Cope told Channel 11′s Andrew Havranek. “Now that they’re ripping it down, there will be a lot more, but then it’ll be all gone.”
Former 'Dance Moms' star arrested for DUI in Westmoreland Co.
One of the stars of the Pittsburgh-area-based reality show “Dance Moms” was recently arrested for DUI. According to multiple reports, including TMZ, Christi Lukasiak crashed her vehicle into a tree in late June in Westmoreland County.
Penn vice president for University Communications steps down, predecessor returns in interim
Penn Vice President for University Communications Anna Cowenhoven will resign from her position effective Aug. 1, and her predecessor, Stephen MacCarthy, will return to the University in the interim. Cowenhoven, appointed by former Penn President Liz Magill, resigned less than a year into her tenure, which began last August. MacCarthy...
Bishop McCort grad Aidan Layton drafted by the Oakland A's
JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WJAC) — Bishop McCort graduate Aidan Layton will continue his journey to professional baseball after he was drafted by the Oakland Athletics this week. The Seton Hill standout and former Crusher was selected in the 17th round of the 2024 MLB Draft by the A's. Layton graduated...
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.