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Be prepared for dense fog in part of Pennsylvania until Tuesday morning
The National Weather Service issued a report at 4:29 a.m. on Tuesday for dense fog until 9 a.m. for Westmoreland Ridges, Fayette Ridges and Higher Elevations of Indiana as well as Mercer, Venango, Forest, Lawrence, Butler, Clarion, Beaver, Allegheny, Armstrong, Washington, Greene, Westmoreland, Fayette and Indiana counties. "Patchy dense fog...
Pitt coach takes shot at Penn State for fading rivalry matchups
The Pittsburgh and Penn State football programs might have the fiercest rivalry in college sports that doesn’t currently exist.The reason it doesn’t exist, despite their history against one another and close proximity within the state of Pennsylvania, is that they no longer play each other regularly. This upsets the Pitt side of the rivalry far more than the Penn State side, and Panthers head coach Pat Narduzzi proved that again on Tuesday. While discussing Pitt’s ongoing non-conference matchup with its other fierce rival, West Virginia, during the ACC Kickoff, Narduzzi said he loved having West Virginia on the schedule and that...
Peppi's diner building set for demolition in Point Breeze
Jul. 23—Peppi's Old Tyme Sandwich Shop in Point Breeze is set to be demolished next month following its closure in June. Owner Lou Bosser said an offer was made for the property that was "too good to be true." The Strip District and North Side shops remain open. "(The) offer had nothing to do with the business," he said of the Penn Avenue property. "The business was very, very good." A local ...
McMillon still leans on wrestling experience in roaming the secondary for Pittsburgh
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Donovan McMillon roams Pittsburgh’s secondary thinking about angles to take on a ballcarrier and the eagerness to take him down in a 1-on-1 shot. The safety said his time on a very different stage — the wrestling mat — still influences how he manages those split-second moments.
Pittsburgh Police Investigate Citywide Surge in Kia and Hyundai Car Thefts, Juveniles Suspected
Pittsburgh Police are sifting through the aftermath of a slew of car theft incidents that targeted specific models of vehicles citywide. According to Pittsburgh Police Media Blotter, at least ten vehicles were reported stolen, with most being either Kia or Hyundai cars due to a known security weakness. Juveniles are suspected of carrying out late-night thefts, and while there have been no arrests, detectives are digging into available evidence, which includes video surveillance.
Comedian Natan Badalov performing Saturday in Ross
Jul. 23—New York-based comedian and writer Natan Badalov will be bringing his one-man show — and his unique perspective on his Jewish identity — to Sunken Bus Studios in Pittsburgh this Saturday. Badalov, an Uzbek-American, debuted his one-man show "Connect the Dots" at the New York Comedy Festival last November. Now he's taking it on the road with a stop in Pittsburgh this week. The show ...
Five Star Meleek Thomas Trims List to Seven: Is Pitt In?
We’ve got another update in the jam-packed recruitment of Meleek Thomas. On Tuesday, On3’s Joe Tipton reported that Meleek Thomas trimmed his list down to seven schools to focus on in his recruitment. Thomas cut his list to the following schools: UConn, Kansas, Alabama, Pitt, Auburn, Kansas State,...
Ticket to hide: Ross woman's PNC Park experience came with obstructed view
Jul. 23—Like many baseball fans, Danielle Jones' first visit to PNC Park on Saturday night left her in awe. For Jones, though, it was for all the wrong reasons. Jones, of Ross, spent $62 on a seat at the game to see her daughter, Taylor, who was attending as part of a contingent of University of Pittsburgh cheerleaders, participating in gameday activities. On game night, Jones made her way to ...
Report: Steelers bring in ex-Cowboys, Broncos QB Ben DiNucci for workout
After the Pittsburgh Steelers lost John Rhys Plumlee to the UFL draft last week, they suddenly have a spot to fill. According to NFL reporter Aaron Wilson, it could be with University of Pittsburgh’s Ben DiNucci, who was recently part of the Denver Broncos. DiNucci hasn’t taken a snap since 2020, when he appeared in three games in relief of Dallas Cowboys’ Dak Prescott. His only start resulted in a 23-9 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles. Overall, DiNucci went 23-for-43 on 219 yards with no touchdowns or interceptions. He was sacked seven times and fumbled four times with two losses. Plumlee was selected No. 3 overall by the Arlington Renegades after going undrafted in the 2024 NFL draft. #Steelers bring in former Broncos quarterback Ben DiNucci for a workout per a league source @KPRC2 — Aaron Wilson (@AaronWilson_NFL) July 23, 2024 More Tryouts!Pittsburgh Steelers host ex-Chiefs, Eagles DB for tryoutSteelers host ex-Bengal Drue Chrisman, ex-Dolphin Rex Sunahara for tryoutsSteelers host former Penn State DB Trevor Williams for tryout
Sudden Surge: The Small Pennsylvania Town Now the Most Dangerous in the State
Many people have long regarded Pennsylvania—which is noted for its fascinating history, energetic metropolis, and quaint little towns—as a secure haven. For one unwary town, though, a recent spike in crime has portrayed a different picture. This article explores the startling increase in criminal activity in a hitherto...
Pittsburgh Penguins’ Kyle Dubas selected for director role on Canada’s 2025 4 Nations Face-Off team
Pittsburgh Penguins president of hockey operations and general manager Kyle Dubas has been selected for a director role for Canada’s 2025 4 Nations Face-Off team.
Texolve Digital Installs Riedel Communications Equipment Across Pittsburgh’s Three Major Sports Venues
Riedel Communications today announced that Texolve Digital, a Pittsburgh-based systems integrator and Riedel partner for nearly 10 years, has deployed the company’s cutting-edge intercom and communications solutions across Pittsburgh’s three major sports venues: PNC Park, home of the Pittsburgh Pirates; PPG Paints Arena, home of the Pittsburgh Penguins; and Acrisure Stadium, home of the Pittsburgh Steelers. This comprehensive deployment marks a significant milestone in standardizing and enhancing communications infrastructure for the city’s professional sports teams, ensuring that all three stadiums now benefit from seamless and reliable communications for game-day operations and live event productions.
NCLGS Summer Meeting Touches on Major Gaming Issues
Lawmakers from across the U.S. gathered last week at Rivers Casino Pittsburgh to discuss the issues that are shaping the spread of gaming at the Summer Meeting of the National Council of Legislators from Gaming States (NCLGS). NCLGS President and West Virginia Del. Shawn Fluharty welcomed colleagues from gaming states,...
Pittsburgh International Airport reports busiest month in 19 years
All the talk about inflation and high prices didn’t stop nearly one million travelers from coming through Pittsburgh International Airport last month. Record nationwide air travel and continued strong demand in the region contributed to PIT’s busiest month in nearly two decades. More than 970,000 passengers traveled through...
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