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Furries wait in hours-long lines to get into Anthrocon
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- Thousands of people waited for hours in the heat and humidity to get into Pittsburgh's furry convention on Thursday, forcing organizers to close registration lines. In a social media post at 8 p.m. on Thursday, Anthrocon said the "sheer number" of people in line at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center "exceeded all expectations of growth," resulting in stress on both attendees and staff. Jarhett Doyle said he waited 5 1/2 hours to get in, and after that, "It was another 3 hours waiting in the turnstiles and everything like that. I didn't even make it through, I gave up. I...
Midland Arts Council show commences at Lincoln Park; winners announced
MIDLAND ― Her street scene titled "South of France" won best of show for Joyce Beatty of Chester, W.Va., in the 18th Summer Gallery 2024 show by the Midland Arts Council. Rodica Constantine's painting "Graceful Playing at the Merrick Gallery" won the juror's award for second place. Jennie Johnstone...
Pittsburgh won't be removing homeless encampments after U.S. Supreme Court ruling
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- Do people experiencing homelessness have the right to camp out in cities like Pittsburgh? Over the objections of advocates for those experiencing homelessness, the U.S. Supreme Court has ruled cities can enforce no-camping laws and take down tent encampments, even if there is no offer of alternative shelter or housing.In Pittsburgh, the tents will stay.Tucked behind the Allegheny County Jail is a sprawling encampment of 35 tents along the Eliza Furnace Trail."It's getting ridiculous. We have our two kids and I don't even really want to take them past it. They're definitely encroaching on the trail. You know,...
Poll shows hypothetical primary matchup between Pittsburgh Mayor Ed Gainey and Corey O'Connor
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- A poll of Democrats in the city of Pittsburgh suggests that Mayor Ed Gainey may have trouble winning reelection next year.The poll appears to be part of an effort to encourage County Controller Corey O'Connor to take on Gainey in the Democratic primary. One year before the 2025 spring primary, a coefficient poll taken for the Republican firm of Long Nyquist found that incumbent Pittsburgh Mayor Ed Gainey is in a tie with County Controller and former City Councilman Corey O'Connor. In a head-to-head matchup, Gainey and O'Connor each poll 37% of Democrats with 25% undecided. When voters are...
Former WPXI sports anchor Jonas Chaney dies at 72
JONAS CHANEY (PHOTO BY BRIAN COOK SR.) In 2005, former WPXI-TV (Channel 11) sports and public affairs reporter Jonas Chaney won an Onyx Award for his acting role in the August Wilson play, “Fences.” Onyx Awards were given to those who excelled in African American theater, presented by the African American Council on the Arts.
Caught on Camera Now: Burglar Falls Through Ceiling During Homestead Storage Facility Robbery
WFCN – Fresh footage shows a would-be thief attempting to evade authorities by plunging through the ceiling of a self-storage facility in Homestead. No less than a break-in occurred at the SmartStop Self Storage facility on Northeast 12th Avenue, as recorded by Only in Dade. On Wednesday, a 34-year-old...
A Pirates-Marlins trade that brings Jazz Chisholm to Pittsburgh
The term conservative buyers is something that could apply to the 2024 Pittsburgh Pirates more than any other team. If you don't understand what I mean by this term, let me explain. The Pirates are on the fence of competing or not right now. They have the young core that...
Video appears to show man shooting dog with air rifle in Pittsburgh
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Home surveillance video appears to show a man stalking and shooting a dog with an air rifle in Pittsburgh's Carrick neighborhood early on Friday morning.The video appears to show a dog running along a street, and a man following it. Shots from what appears to be an air rifle can then be heard as the man yells something at the dog. The dog then begins to limp.A police officer with the Humane Animal Rescue of Pittsburgh is investigating what happened. KDKA-TV spoke with a woman who says her son heard a dog yelping in the middle of the...
Pitt professor turns personal tragedy into life-changing inventions for others
Dr. Rory Cooper arrived in Pittsburgh during a major snowstorm in 1994 and he almost turned his moving truck around. But three decades later, he’s still here. His inventions helped put Pittsburgh on the map as a world-class medical and technology town. Cooper’s wheels are always turning. He’s been...
Paul Skenes Sets Stunning MLB Record in Pirates' Dominant Win Over Mets
Pittsburgh Pirates right-hander Paul Skenes continues to be must-see on the mound this season. On Friday against the New York Mets, Skenes once again wowed. In the Pirates' 14-2 win at PNC Park, Skenes went seven innings, allowing two earned runs, two hits and two walks while striking out ...
PREVIEW: Gus Kalaris, owner of Gus & Yiayia’s, passes away at 92
The Northside is saddened by the death of one of its most prominent citizens, as Gus & Yiayia’s owner Gus Kalaris passed away on June 28, at the age of 92. Such was Kalaris’ prominence that his death was announced by the City of Pittsburgh Facebook page. The post in question, at time of writing, has nearly 3,000 likes and more than 450 comments on it, as well as more than 4,500 shares.
Furry Convention Underway in Pittsburgh
PITTSBURGH, Pa. (EYT) — Pittsburgh’s Premier Furry Convention is in full swing. Anthrocon 2024: Anthrocoaster is being held at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center through Sunday, July 7. As one of the world’s largest anthropomorphic (human-like animal characters) conventions, thousands of attendees travel to Pittsburgh for this...
A month after a Pittsburgh shelter fire, unhoused people ‘strive for another day’
From left, Marvell Stillwell, 39, Tara Springer, 34, Anita Green, 43, and Timothy Maloni, 42, photographed throughout Pittsburgh in June 2024. The four have recent experience with homelessness and housing instability. (Photo by Stephanie Strasburg/PublicSource) It’s been nearly a month since a fire shut down Allegheny County’s low-barrier shelter Second...
Local Experts to Present Fly Fishing Seminar at Warren Public Library
WARREN, Pa. – The Warren Public Library is hosting a free fly fishing seminar at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, July 17, 2024. Two local fly fishing experts, Tom Bergstue and John Gerber, will present during the seminar. Attendees will learn to tie flies, what gear is essential, how to choose the correct fly for stream conditions, fishing techniques and strategy, and fly fishing photography tips and tricks.
'I got a lot of football left': Former Steelers WR eyeing NFL comeback
Martavis Bryant isn’t planning to hang up his cleats. The wide receiver is still hoping to catch on with a team for the 2024 campaign, and the veteran believes he can still be productive if given the chance. “I got a lot of football left,” Bryant told Queen City...
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