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Savannah Bananas bringing Banana Ball World Tour to Pittsburgh in 2025
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) - Pittsburgh, are you ready for the greatest show in sports to come to our city? If you answered yes, make sure that August 29 and 30 of 2025 are marked on your calendar because on Thursday the Savannah Bananas will be coming to town! The Savannah Bananas "Banana Ball World Tour" will hit the road again in 2025 and will be cris-crossing the United States making stops in Arizona, Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, Georgia, Missouri, California, Tennessee, Pennsylvania, and several others. The unique take on baseball has become a nationwide sensation, going viral on social media and being talked about...
See Michael Stipe and Jason Isbell Perform R.E.M. Classics at Harris-Walz Pittsburgh Event
Jason Isbell and Michael Stipe — in his first public live appearance in five years — performed a set of music together Friday at a Pittsburgh fundraiser for the Harris-Walz campaign, with the duo playing R.E.M. songs that Stipe hadn’t sung since before the band’s breakup.The Democrats Are Winning the Record Store Battle The singers were introduced by Second Gentleman and noted music fan Doug Emhoff, who welcomed the pair to the Schenley Plaza stage. “So honored and just geeking out, nerding out and geeking out that I’m about to introduce Michael Stipe and Jason Isbell,” Kamala Harris’ husband said. “It’s...
Two Pennsylvania Cities Named Best Foodie Cities in U.S.
When it comes to foodie cities, Pennsylvania has a lot to offer. Philadelphia and Pittsburgh are two cities that stand out in the culinary world. Both cities are making their mark when it comes to food scenes that offer variety, quality, and uniqueness. According to a recent study by WalletHub,...
Norwin School District did not address ‘racially hostile environment,’ Department of Education says
The U.S. Department of Education says Norwin School District did not do enough to address a racially hostile environment nearly three years ago. Now, the district has agreed to follow a seven-point plan to make sure it’s following the law.
Can't Wait For Saturday | Just outside the Top 25, Pitt gets some help in the backfield
Oct. 4—*** When I put together my Associated Press Tp 25 each week, I usually have a handful of teams ready to jump in if ranked teams lose. At the top of that list this week is Pitt. The Panthers are 4-0 and play a winnable game Saturday at struggling North Carolina. Pitt's chance for success was enhanced this week with the decision to bring back running back Rodney Hammond Jr.. off the ...
Protesters march in support of the Palestinian and Lebanese people
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — About 200 protesters marched across Pittsburgh on Thursday in support of the Palestinian and Lebanese people.The march came days after Israel began what it is calling a limited ground operation in Lebanon. Protesters called it a ground invasion."Hands off Lebanon," protesters shouted.They marched from outside the Carnegie Museum of Art to Forbes Avenue before stopping at an intersection next to Carnegie Mellon University's campus. Protesters then walked along Fifth Avenue to the Cathedral of Learning. The protest lasted about two-and-a-half hours. "I feel a lot of grief. I'm very upset because my loved ones are being killed all because...
Woman convicted of drug trafficking in West Virginia
CLARKSBURG, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Jalisa Lashae Hawkins, 35, of Duquesne, Pennsylvania, was convicted by a jury today for possession with intent to distribute heroin and fentanyl, according to U.S. Attorney William Ihlenfeld. The conviction followed an investigation where law enforcement officers conducted surveillance on a Clarksburg residence after receiving complaints of drug-related activity. Officers observed […]
Kennywood provides update on modification of Steel Curtain
WEST MIFFLIN (KDKA) - Fans of Kennywood who have been waiting to once again ride the Steel Curtain will have to wait until the 2025 season. On Friday, the amusement park announced that they are working to install enhancements to get the ride open when the park does next year. "Throughout the season, our team has been hard at work toward the reopening of the Steel Curtain in 2025," said General Manager Ricky Spicuzza in a statement provided to KDKA. "When you visit the park this weekend, you will notice we have begun the next phase of work on this project, which...
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