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Stage AE opens sober sanctuary for concert-goers recovering from addiction
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- The road to recovery for someone struggling with drug or alcohol addiction can be a difficult one, many times because of the constant temptation that can be found at many public events.The thrill of a ball game or a live concert can be the opposite of a thrill to someone struggling with alcohol or drug addiction. The flowing alcohol and celebrations can set someone who struggles with addiction on a backward spiral. But, what if there were a space at these events where a person in recovery could go where there is no temptation? Now there is....
WYEP Nominated for PGH City Paper’s Best of PGH 2024
Thanks to all the WYEP listeners who nominated us for Best Radio Station in Pittsburgh City Paper's 2024 Best of Pittsburgh readers' poll! WYEP is nominated in City Paper's "Music and Nightlife" category, and voting is open through Aug. 9. You can vote for us by clicking the link below...
2024 Trib HSSN Preseason Football All-Star Team: Central Catholic’s Xxavier Thomas
Central Catholic’s Xxavier Thomas committed to play cornerback at Penn State next fall, hoping to follow in a long line of talented defensive backs playing at the next level. The three-star defensive back, according to 247Sports, chose the Nittany Lions over an offer from Akron. “It was mainly coach...
Riverhounds Notebook: Robbie Mertz’s persistence and playmaking spark club’s climb back into postseason contention
The Riverhounds will be wrapping up a four-match homestand by hosting Loudoun United FC, on Saturday, looking to keep things going in a positive direction following back-to-back lopsided wins. Pittsburgh’s latest victory on Saturday, came with another strong early start, as they scored three goals in the first 21 minutes...
Replacing Steelers slot cornerback looks easy after Day 1 of training camp
The Steelers opened training camp with the usual fanfare. After such a long hiatus from football, fans are celebrating the return of their favorite team. Pittsburgh got right to work, opening practice and beginning to work through their rotations. While overreactions will come hot and heavy right now, one major...
Pittsburgh Steelers Training Camp Showdown: Donte Jackson vs. George Pickens Sparks Excitement
Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Donte Jackson is eager to challenge wide receiver George Pickens in training camp, aiming to elevate the team's performance through intense competition. Pittsburgh Steelers drafted George Pickens in the second round in 2022. Donte Jackson joined the Steelers in a trade with the Carolina Panthers, exchanging for...
Zayn Malik credits life in Pennsylvania, with home in Bucks County, for album inspiration
Zayn Malik, former One Direction star and ex-boyfriend of supermodel Gigi Hadid, recently opened up about his life in Bucks County. In an interview with British Vogue released three days ago, Malik shared his affection for rural Pennsylvania, describing it as "just chill. It is quiet, there are no human beings, it is a great place to reflect."Malik, who lives in the scenic town, credited New Hope with significantly influencing his latest album, Room Under The...
Reforming juvenile justice system benefits kids, communities
We are youth advocates who were incarcerated at the ages of 14 and 15. We don’t want the juvenile legal system to do to others what it did to us and our peers. When a juvenile under 18 comes into the justice system, the juvenile must be treated not as adult, but as a child, a kid.
Working 40 hours won't pay rent in 15 Pa. counties. Bucks County among least affordable
Despite making more than minimum wage, the average Pennsylvania renter in most counties needs weekly overtime or at least two jobs to keep even a one-bedroom apartment affordable, according to the National Low Income Housing Coalition. Census, labor and other data compiled and analyzed by the nonprofit show that a...
Marc Fogel case illustrated in documentary to be shown in Butler
BUTLER — A documentary about Indiana University of Pennsylvania alumnus Marc Fogel and his continued time in a Russian prison will be shown this evening at 6 p.m. at a theater in his mother’s hometown. “Did You Forget Mr. Fogel?” was produced by Max Karpman, a Los Angeles-based...
Oakmont Country Club's 12th hole provides difficult test at nearly 700 yards
OAKMONT, Pa. (KDKA) -- When you talk about great Par 5 holes in the Pittsburgh area, the conversation can't begin or end without including the long 12th hole at Oakmont Country Club.The massive 12th hole at Oakmont will be a sight to see during next year's U.S. Open. "It plays 670 from all the way back," said Head Professional Devin Gee. "It's an incredible Par 5 in terms of risk-reward. It's definitely reachable in two for the U.S. Open and our longer member players."Hitting a long drive is key on a hole of this length, and while playing alongside KDKA's Bob...
Musicians’ Concert Band Final Performance Of Summer
The final show of the season for the Musicians Concert Band happens Thursday night. The group of local musicians will take the Butler Intermediate High School stage at 7 p.m. The show is led by conductor Jeff Kroner and will feature a wide variety of selections, including Frank Sinatra and Count Basie.
Korean War Vets To Be Honored By VA
The Butler VA is hosting an event that will honor veterans of the Korean War and provide healthcare information to all vets. The event is set for tomorrow from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the VA Community Clinic in Cranberry Township. The day will honor veterans who served in...
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