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ESPN’s Dan Graziano Unsure ‘Why We Would Assume’ Steelers’ QB Play Will Be Better Than Last Season’s
Coming off a 2023 season in which quarterback Kenny Pickett took a major step back, Mitch Trubisky was, well, Mitch Trubisky and Mason Rudolph was the only saving grace late in the season after coming off the bench two years since his last appearance, the Pittsburgh Steelers set out to correct the problems in the QB room.
Back-breaking stat defines Pirates' slide that has taken them out of playoff contention
With Wednesday's 8-2 loss to the San Diego Padres, the Pittsburgh Pirates officially notched their third double-digit losing streak in the last four years. When they embarked last week on what would turn out to be a disastrous road trip out west, the Pirates were still very much in the playoff hunt – just two games under .500 and 4.5 games back of a National League Wild Card spot, to be exact. Now, they sit eight games under .500 and eight games back of the final Wild Card spot, and their playoff hopes have effectively disappeared into thin air.
Questions remain about police chase that caused bus to crash into Pittsburgh home
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- It's been three days since a Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus crashed into a house in Homewood. As the investigation continues, there are many questions about the police chase that led to the crash.Beth Pittinger from the Pittsburgh Citizen Police Review Board is questioning why the police chase that started in Monroeville and led to the crash went on for so long."Generally, that reason would involve a violent felony or knowledge that the individual is intent on causing harm to someone else," Pittinger said. Seven years ago, the Allegheny County District Attorney's Office set a new model policy saying...
Inside the rift that could define the future of Pennsylvania politics
John Fetterman was angry. The Democratic senator from Pennsylvania was readying to speak at a disaster response press conference in Bucks County on July 16, 2023, just hours after flooding in Upper Makefield that ultimately killed seven people. Local officials spoke for a few minutes to offer an initial update for the assembled press. Then, Gov. Josh Shapiro provided information on what his administration was doing to respond to the emergency.
Pittsburgh Basketball Scheduling: Where All Three Teams Stand
PITT BASKETBALL SCHEDULE (SO FAR) Nov. 22 vs. LSU (at the Greenbrier (WV)) Nov. 24 vs. UCF or Wisconsin (at the Greenbrier (WV)) Dec. 4 at Mississippi State (ACC/SEC Challenge) Dec. 11 vs. Eastern Kentucky. Dec. TBA vs. Detroit Mercy?. The Texas State game was previously scheduled for Dec. 14.
Boston College 2024 Opponent Previews: Duquesne
That said, the Eagles have a stellar record against FCS opponents. Holy Cross almost got them last year, but BC has not lost to an FCS or DI-AA team since falling to UMass 27-0 in 1978. Given how much the Dukes lost to graduation and that they got trounced by superior teams (West Virginia, Coastal Carolina, Delaware, Youngstown State), it's hard to view them as a serious threat to Boston College. Nevertheless, they're on the schedule, so let's dive in.
Pittsburgh Festival Opera Presents ADRIANA LECOUVREUR
Pittsburgh Festival Opera will present Adriana Lecouvreur on September 8 at the newly renovated Carnegie Music Hall. Inspired by the scandalous life of French actress Adrienne Leouvreur, this concert opera premieres with a full orchestra, renowned opera stars, and Pittsburgh Festival Opera Artistic Director and vocal legend Marianne Cornetti at the helm.
Special attention helps restore Pitt punter Caleb Junko's confidence
Aug. 16—By the time the miserable 2023 season ended, Caleb Junko had lost confidence in himself after finshing 11th among ACC punters with an average of 42.3 yards. Pitt was struggling, and Junko believed he was partially to blame. "I didn't really do my job last season in giving the defense good field position and bailing the offense out," he said. An offense that finished last in the 14-team ...
Panthers looking for more efficiency in final third after draw with Georgia
On Thursday, the University of Pittsburgh women’s soccer team kicked off its 2024 season with a big-time opening matchup: Georgia. The Panthers, ranked at No. 7 coming into the season, took on the Bulldogs, ranked No. 14, and played to a scoreless draw. The Panthers finished the match with...
Dukes Dominate Lakers in Season Opener
The Duquesne University women's soccer team kicked off their 2024 season with a decisive 6-2 win over Mercyhurst at Arthur J. Rooney Field. The Dukes dominated the game, scoring three goals in the first half and continuing their offensive pressure throughout the second half. Margey Brown led the charge with a hat-trick, showcasing her talent by scoring three goals and providing an assist. The victory improved Duquesne's record to 1-0, while Mercyhurst began their season with a loss.
Ribbon cutting held for major project in Pittsburgh
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — It's a new day in Pittsburgh's East Liberty neighborhood, as a decades-old problem there has been solved. The problem? An old roadway that circles the business district chokes off hundreds of businesses, leaving most of them shuttering their doorsOn Thursday, that roadway, known as Penn Circle, was completely reimagined. According to businesses in the area, the roadway was re-imagined into a success. East Liberty's The Suite Spot Barber Shop is one of those success story. The owner knows that well. He started here as a barber 21 years ago and now owns it. He and...
Pat McAfee hires NFL reporter who was let go by The Athletic
Mark Kaboly wasn’t unemployed for that long.The former Pittsburgh Steelers beat writer for The Athletic was seemingly unexpectedly let go by the outlet on Aug. 12 but was hired by sports-media personality Pat McAfee just 48 hours later as announced by McAfee on his “Pat McAfee Show” on Wednesday.“We have hired Mark Kaboly,” McAfee said on Wednesday. “I do believe he’s accepted the terms we have sent over. He’s available to have other jobs though, we just get first priority. … This is a public proclamation that Kaboly is going to be A-OK. He’s going to continue covering the Steelers...
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