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Looking back at every receiver drafted ahead George Pickens in the 2022 NFL Draft
When the Pittsburgh Steelers were able to select George Pickens with the 52nd overall pick in the second round of the 2022 NFL Draft, the fanbase erupted. The wide receiver had untapped potential just waiting to be unlocked. Unfortunately, Pickens wasn't the cleanest prospect. He sustained numerous injuries in college...
Steelers Slammed for Pirates Success With Paul Skenes
PITTSBURGH -- The Pittsburgh Steelers are in the spotlight once again for their treatment and ultimate trade of former first-round pick Kenny Pickett. This time, however, they're being compared to another in-city team, and one of the best rookie athletes Pittsburgh has ever seen. Speaking on 93.7 The Fan, former...
Steelers TE Pat Freiermuth is all in on Russell Wilson & Justin Fields
Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Pat Freiermuth came out of the gates hot as a rookie in 2021. He caught 60 passes and seven touchdowns in his first year in Pittsburgh with Ben Roethlisberger as his quarterback. Over the last two seasons, though, he has combined for just four touchdown receptions playing with subpar quarterbacks.
Stephen Pearcy celebrates 40th anniversary of Ratt's 'Out of the Cellar' album at Jergel's
Jul. 19—Stephen Pearcy, the former lead singer of Ratt, is touring to mark the 40th anniversary of the glam metal band's landmark album, "Out of the Cellar." With hits like "Round and Round," "Back for More" and "Wanted Man," the band's debut studio album went triple platinum and later launched the band into arena tours. (A few months after the album release, Ratt played Pittsburgh's Stanley ...
CW Advisors Acquires Mercadien Asset Management
CW Advisors, LLC (CWA), a registered investment advisor (RIA) headquartered in Boston, announced the acquisition of Mercadien Asset Management, LLC, an RIA located in Hamilton. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. “Ken and his team are outstanding,” said Paul Lonergan, chief executive officer of CWA. “We are excited to...
Steelers QB Russell Wilson Has Chance To Break This Notable NFL Record This Year
Nine-time Pro Bowl quarterback Russell Wilson heads into Year 1 of his tenure with the Pittsburgh Steelers with a shot at history, though it’s not the kind of history he likely wants to be remembered for. Wilson is just 43 sacks away from tying Fran Tarkenton as the most-sacked quarterback in NFL ...
NOT REAL NEWS: A look at what didn't happen this week
A roundup of some of the most popular but completely untrue stories and visuals of the week. None of these are legit, even though they were shared widely on social media. The Associated Press checked them out.” CLAIM: A law enforcement sniper assigned to former President Donald Trump’s rally Saturday in Butler, Pennsylvania, says the head of the Secret Service ordered him not to shoot the suspect accused of attempting to assassinate Trump. THE FACTS: Snipers killed the suspected shooter moments after he opened fire on the former president, bloodying Trump’s ear, killing one rally attendee and injuring two. The Secret Service and the Butler Police Department said they have no agents, officers or employees with the name of the person claiming to be the sharpshooter. Following Saturday’s attempt on Trump’s life, a poster on the online message board 4chan wrote that they were a sniper assigned to the rally, and that they can be seen in a photo of two law enforcement officers on the roof at the rally.
Nick Gonzales hits winning single in 9th, Pirates rally from 3 deficits for 8-7 win over Phillies
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Nick Gonzales hit the winning RBI single in the ninth inning and the Pittsburgh Pirates rallied from a three-run deficit for an 8-7 win over the Philadelphia Phillies on Friday night. With the Pirates trailing 7-6, Connor Joe led off the ninth with a single before...
Weekend Weather Expected to Cool Down
After an extensive stretch of hot summer days and heat waves, temperatures in the Pittsburgh area will get to a reasonable level. According to AccuWeather meteorologist Joe Lundberg, temperatures will be comfortable around the region.
Sunny, Stable Weekend Forecast for Pittsburgh with Minor Shower Risks Eastward
Pittsburgh residents, prepare for a weekend with predominantly sunny skies and mild summer temperatures. According to the National Weather Service Pittsburgh, the city is set to experience a comfortable weekend marked by dry conditions, save for a possibility of scattered showers and thunderstorms south and east of the city on Saturday.
Steelers must consider a trade for another 49ers WR not named Brandon Aiyuk
Brandon Aiyuk officially requested a trade from the San Francisco 49ers. To no surprise, Steelers fans once again have their ears perked up. This trade request might not end the relationship between Aiyuk and the 49ers, but it puts a lot of tension on getting a contract extension ironed out. Right now, things are murky, but something like this has happened with the 49ers before, and that resulted in an extension. We will see where things go, but San Francisco is in the middle of their best years of contention.
Mosquitoes Near Pittsburgh Test Positive for West Nile Virus
Mosquitoes in Highland Park, Homewood, Point Breeze, and Wilkinsburg tested positive for West Nile Virus. ACHD will spray Zenivex E20 on July 24th to reduce risk. Report breeding sites to ACHD. For more info, visit the CDC’s West Nile Virus webpage.
Pirates' great Double-A pitching staff got even better with recent promotion
The Altoona Curve have had an incredible pitching staff this season, but they just got better with the recent promotion of left-handed pitcher Hunter Barco, the Pirates' 12th-ranked prospect. The Curve already featured multiple great pitching prospects in their rotation, but Barco helps them level up further. Let's take a...
City Resident Taken To Prison After Drug Bust
A local man is facing felony charges following a search in the City of Butler earlier this week. According to a criminal complaint filed by the Butler County District Attorney’s Drug Task Force, officers conducted a search warrant at a the residence of 44-year-old David “Platinum” Johnson in the 200 block of Eighth Avenue around 6 a.m. on Wednesday.
Butler Twp. New District Magistrate Office Opens
The Butler Township District Magistrate officially has a new office. County officials say that Judge Kevin O’Donnell and his staff are now at their new location on Fairground Hill Road in the former Friedman’s headquarters. The first cases were heard at the new court room on Tuesday. The...
Pittsburgh Steelers New-Look Offense Ranks 27th Amongst Best Skill Position Groups in NFL
Will the Pittsburgh Steelers return to contending in 2024?. The Pittsburgh Steelers will have a brand-new offense when the fall rolls around. A completely revamped quarterback room saw Kenny Pickett, Mitchell Trubisky, and Mason Rudolph out and Russell Wilson and Justin Fields in. Diontae Johnson was sent out to Carolina...
Couple looking for help, answers after unprompted dog attack
A Pittsburgh area couple is looking for answers their dog was attacked Wednesday afternoon on the South Side Flats Julianna Fearon tells KDKA Radio her sheltie Austin was attacked by a dog off-leash near Armstrong Park.
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