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Former All-Pro Steelers RB says what (almost) everyone's been thinking
Former First-team All-Pro and Pittsburgh Steelers running back Le’Veon Bell, came to the defense of his former team and quarterback Russell Wilson on Thursday on social media. Things got heated on Wednesday, as CBS Sports Analyst Pete Prisco offered criticism of the Steelers’ newly announced Week 1 starter, Russell...
Pittsburgh Authorities Probe Deadly Triple Shooting in Crawford-Roberts Area
Officials in Pittsburgh are conducting an inquiry into a fatal shooting that transpired on the fringe of the Crawford-Roberts and Bluff neighborhoods, resulting in one death and leaving two others critically injured. The incident occurred before 8 p.m. when a ShotSpotter notification of ten rounds being fired alerted law enforcement and emergency services to the location, as detailed in a public safety blotter published by the City of Pittsburgh.
Penguins Over/Under Game: Crosby Goals, Wins, Rookie Debuts
Will Sidney Crosby score 35 goals? Will the Pittsburgh Penguins win 42 games? Regardless of what the Las Vegas oddsmakers say, autumn hope springs eternal for hockey players and fans alike. Given the numerous possible Penguins line combinations, it’s not yet easy to gauge the Penguins’ identity accurately. However, we...
Concert Guide September 2024: Green Day, Nicki Minaj, Willie, Dylan, Pitbull, Jeff Lynne, and Meghan Trainor
September starts out with a musical bang with Green Day and The Smashing Pumpkins leading the bill at PNC Park (might as well use PNC for something productive). Don’t sit down as three days in Rob Zombie and Alice Cooper play the Pavilion at Star Lake. Continuing September’s strong opening, Nicki Minaj is in concert at PPG Paints Arena. Next up Meghan Trainor is bringing the bass to The Pete. OK, we can finally sit down and chill out a little as James Taylor brings his pleasing soft rock songs to Star Lake. Jeff Lynne returns to PPG Paints Arena for the second time on his farewell tour with his ELO. Willie Nelson brings his Outlaw Music Festival back with partners in crime, Bob Dylan and John Mellencamp. Pitbull and T-Pain are having a party at Star Lake. The Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival features national and local talents preforming including Average White Band, Maysa, Shemekia Copeland, Howie Alexander, and Sean Jones.
Pirates Prospect Update: Evaluator draws Paul Skenes, Mitch Keller comp to Triple-A rotation
By now, everyone knows Paul Skenes, Mitch Keller and Jared Jones as the "Big Three" atop the Pittsburgh Pirates' pitching rotation for the remainder of the 2024 season and beyond. Add in Bailey Falter and Luis Ortiz – not to mention Johan Oviedo, who is set to return next season...
Lingering clouds in Pittsburgh clear up on Sunday ahead of a comfortable Labor Day
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) - Thunderstorms brought heavy rain and strong winds to portions of Western Pennsylvania and Northern West Virginia on Saturday. WEATHER LINKS: Current Conditions | School Closings & Delays | Submit Your Weather PhotosThere were several reports of downed trees and powerlines in Greene, Fayette, Somerset, and Monongalia counties. In addition to the wind damage reports, in Allegheny County, there were reports of flash flooding in the Baldwin and South Park Township areas.In the wake of yesterday's storms, Sunday morning begins muggy and cloudy with some areas of dense fog across our region. Temperatures this afternoon will reach the upper...
Pittsburgh Steelers lined up for international game as NFL sends top officials to Ireland to carry out checks
NFL bosses sent officials to Dublin this summer with a view to hosting games in the Irish capital. League executives performed checks on the city’s two major stadiums with the Pittsburgh Steelers lined up to play there. The Steelers separately had senior management staff in Dublin this month when the city hosted college football’s opening […]
WPIAL football rankings: Week ending Sept. 1, 2024
Aug. 31—Class 6A Rank, Team, W-L, Last 1. North Allegheny, 2-0, 1 2. Central Catholic, 0-2, 2 3. Norwin, 2-0, 3 4. Canon-McMillan, 0-2, 4 5. Seneca Valley, 0-2, 5 Out: none Class 5A 1. Peters Township, 2-0, 1 2. Pine-Richland, 2-0, 2 3. Upper St. Clair, 2-0, 3 4. Woodland Hills, 1-1, 4 5. Bethel Park, 2-0, NR Out: Penn Hills (0-2, 5) Class 4A 1. Aliquippa, 0-0, 1 2. Montour, 1-0, 2 3. Thomas ...
Exploring Luc Robitaille’s Trade to Penguins and its Impact
The Pittsburgh Penguins traded for Luc Robitaille, a future Hall of Famer, from the Los Angeles Kings on July 29, 1994, but his impact was minimal. Acquired in exchange for a second-round draft pick and Rick Tocchet, Robitaille scored 23 goals in a shortened season. His tenure ended when he was traded to the New York Rangers the following year, where he found greater success. Meanwhile, the deal also involved notable players like Ulf Samuelsson, Sergei Zubov, and Petr Nedved, each leaving a mark on their subsequent teams. The trade remains significant in reflecting the competitive landscape of the mid-90s NHL, despite not leading to another Penguins' Stanley Cup victory.
Pittsburgh Mayor Ed Gainey announces re-election campaign
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- Pittsburgh Mayor Ed Gainey is running for re-election. He announced his decision on Friday.On his re-election website, Gainey touts that his administration has "secured the city's first-ever affordable housing bond, inject[ed] millions of dollars to address the city's housing affordability crisis; launched a historic re-investment in the City's infrastructure; reopened the police academy, negotiated a police contract; and led a transformation in core service responsiveness that is filling more potholes, plowing streets faster, and issuing more building permits."Gainey says there is still work to do to make Pittsburgh as safe and welcoming as possible.A recent poll showed a hypothetical primary matchup between Mayor Gainey and County Controller Corey O'Connor, with Gainey and O'Connor each polling 37% of Democrats with 25% undecided.
Penguins Have a Refreshed Bottom-Six for 2024-25
September is right around the corner which means hockey is about to be in full swing. During the summer, the Pittsburgh Penguins gave their bottom six a facelift, and it is almost time to see their new depth players in action. For the past couple of years, the Penguins have struggled with bottom-six production and are hoping they did enough over the offseason to correct this issue. Will there be enough support around captain Sidney Crosby and the rest of the top six this season?
4 Steelers free agency moves they already want a re-do for
The Pittsburgh Steelers have several new starters for the 2024 season. Just through free agency or trade, they will have a new starting quarterback, wide receiver, linebacker, cornerback, safety, and punter. And that's all before you get into the nitty-gritty special teams positions. However, with a large number of changes comes a higher chance of regret.
Kent States punt turns into Golden Flashes TD against Pittsburgh
Punting was the flavor of the day as Pitt played Kent State. Desmond Reid took a punt back 78 yards for a touchdown for the Panthers. However, another Golden Flashes kick didn’t turn out as well for the Panthers. Josh Smith kicked the football on a fourth-and-17. Konata Mumphfield...
Watch: Pittsburgh running back wows with spectacular punt return TD
Pittsburgh offseason transfer portal addition Desmond Reid had one of the top highlights during college football's early slate of games in Week 1.The junior running back performed a magic trick on his 78-yard touchdown midway through the first quarter. Reid fielded the punt off a bounce at his own 22-yard line and was immediately hit by a Kent State defender. He spun out of the tackle and evaded another tackle attempt before gaining speed in the open field.A convoy escorted him into the end zone as Pittsburgh expanded its lead to 14-0. pic.twitter.com/VMSbznYEWF— go to ➡️ collegefootballnetwork.com (@PickettsPool) August 31, 2024 Reid is in his first season at Pittsburgh after transferring from FCS Western Carolina.Last season, Reid had 131 carries, 897 yards and 13 touchdowns while adding 283 years on 21 receptions for the Catamounts.He's a natural playmaker, and Reid quickly showed he belongs in the FBS.Midway through the first quarter, Pittsburgh leads Kent State 14-7. In addition to his punt return TD, Reid has three carries for 14 yards through the Panthers' first two offensive drives.
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