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There's a 'Chance' Pittsburgh area sees the Northern Lights Friday
A “major” solar flare was detected from the sun on Thursday. The Coronal Mass Ejection from the sun, or “highly magnetized plasma” erupts from the sun and can cause a geomagnetic storm in the Earth’s upper atmosphere.
Obama coming to Pittsburgh next week to campaign for Harris
PITTSBURGH, Pa. (KDKA) -- Former President Barack Obama is coming to Pittsburgh next week to kick off a campaign tour in support of Vice President Kamala Harris. Obama's campaign stop in Pittsburgh on October 10 will be the first of several throughout battleground states ahead of the presidential election next month. When Obama spoke at the Democratic National Convention earlier this year, he said that "Kamala Harris is ready for the job." Pittsburgh has been a hotbed for visits from candidates aiming to win Pennsylvania, the largest of the seven battleground states. The state has 19 electoral votes and is a crucial...
Storm chances to arrive in Western Pennsylvania on Sunday, cooler temps expected next week
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) - High pressure is settling into the Pittsburgh region Saturday morning following a weak, cold front passage last night. This will lead to a slightly cooler afternoon compared to Friday with highs ranging from the upper 60s to the lower 70s under plenty of sun.Expect a clear, cool evening and overnight for those who want to view the Northern Lights.Saturday night into Sunday morning, winds will abruptly shift to the southwest bringing back another surge of unseasonably warm air. Highs will likely top out in the upper 70s to low 80s ahead of a more potent storm system...
Pittsburgh man accused of robbing bank day after escaping from halfway house
A Pittsburgh man is accused of robbing a bank the day after he escaped from a halfway house. John Flick, 58, now faces 25 years in prison and a half-a-million-dollar fine after being indicted by a federal grand jury on escape and bank robbery charges. He’s accused of robbing the Dollar Bank in Dormont, the day after he used the fire escape to leave the Renewal halfway house. Flick, who reportedly got away with $51, was serving a sentence there for robbing a Brookline bank in 2021.
Local woman struggles to get money back after concert seats changed
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- Fans are getting excited to see Country music star Jelly Roll perform at PPG Paints Arena this weekend, but one woman from South Fayette Township said she is not OK because her seats were changed just days before the concert.Lakayla Andreis' husband loves Jelly Roll. So, when she heard the Grammy-nominated singer was bringing his "Beautifully Broken Tour" to Pittsburgh, she bought two front-row tickets for $1,600 during the pre-sale in February."I had the email. I have it right here of when I bought them, and that I got section floor 1, row A, seats 5 and...
Thousands join search for Lucky, dog stolen in Pennsylvania, on Facebook
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The community has rallied to find Lucky, the dog that was inside an 87-year-old Pittsburgh-area man's car when it was stolen. A Facebook page dedicated to bringing him home has thousands of members. It's been a week and a half since 87-year-old Willard Martz had his car stolen at the Tractor Supply Company store in Mt. Pleasant with his dog Lucky still inside. Since that time, police tracked down the man they believe stole Martz's car, 43-year-old Kenneth Crider. Police recovered the car, damaged after a high-speed chase in North Carolina. Lucky, however, has never been found. Crider told police...
‘Message Is Loud and Clear’: Pittsburgh Judge Gives Boot to Officer Involved In ‘Horrendous’ Death of Homeless Black Man After Cop Reinstated By Board
A judge on Wednesday overruled an arbitration board’s decision to reinstate a Pittsburgh cop fired for his role in the death of a homeless man […] ‘Message Is Loud and Clear’: Pittsburgh Judge Gives Boot to Officer Involved In ‘Horrendous’ Death of Homeless Black Man After Cop Reinstated By Board
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...
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,...
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