PITTSBURGH (100.1 FM and AM 1020 KDKA) — Take a look back at some of the week’s biggest headlines, coming in locally, statewide, nationally, and from the sports realm.
Sports:
Pirates give up 20 runs in blowout loss to the Braves
“It was not a fun Friday night in Atlanta for the Pittsburgh Pirates as they gave up 20 runs on 20 hits, including seven homeruns and two grand slams in a 20-1 loss to the Braves.” Continue Reading
LeBron James violated virus protocols prior to play-in game against Warriors: report
“Lakers superstar LeBron James breached league virus protocols to appear at a promotional event for a new business venture, according to a report.” Continue Reading
Tim Tebow's Jaguars jersey is the hottest-selling item in the NFL
“Tim Tebow has been on the Jaguars for only one day, but his jersey is already the hottest-selling item around the league.” Continue Reading
Is Joe Burrow already better than Ben Roethlisberger? One analyst thinks so
“The Steelers seem to have been dropping precipitously in the media's eye over the past season or two with the emergence of Lamar Jackson and the Baker Mayfield-Kevin Stefanski combo in Cleveland.” Continue Reading
Felipe Vazquez found guilty
“A final verdict was reached Thursday night in the trial of Felipe Vazquez.” Continue Reading
Local:
Newly merged Diocese of Pittsburgh schools get new names
“The recently merged Catholic elementary schools in the Diocese of Pittsburgh have new names.” Continue Reading
KDKA Radio Editorial: Pittsburgh is taking a historic step
“Pittsburgh is on the cusp of electing its first Black mayor. After winning the Democratic primary, Ed Gainey is expected to easily win the General Election in November.” Continue Reading
Does Ed Gainey's win mean Pittsburgh doesn't have a race problem?
“Does the upset election of Ed Gainey as the Democratic candidate for mayor mean Pittsburgh no longer has a race problem?” Continue Reading
Peduto pens thank you letter to Pittsburgh
“Bill Peduto, who in a bid for a third term as Mayor of Pittsburgh lost the Primary Election to State Representative Ed Gainey, wrote a thank you letter to the City of Pittsburgh.” Continue Reading
State:
Penn State to drop male-centric and gender binary terms like 'freshman'
“Terms like "freshman" and "upperclassman" will no longer be used at Penn State in the university's written materials.” Continue Reading
$1 million scratch-off winner sold in western PA
“Check your scratch-off tickets, someone is $1 million richer.” Continue Reading
Pennsylvania state prisons to resume in-person visitations
“In-person visitation at state prisons will resume says Pennsylvania Department of Corrections Secretary John Wetzel.” Continue Reading
National:
Pa. first in nation to limit governor's emergency declaration power
“Two questions on Tuesday's Pennsylvania primary ballot, about the governor's powers to make emergency declarations, have both been approved by voters. They will give lawmakers much more power.” Continue Reading
Over 51% of Pennsylvanians are fully vaccinated
“The Pennsylvania Department of Health has provided the daily COVID-19 vaccination update, and it continues to be among the best in the nation.” Continue Reading
Half of all Americans will judge you based on how you cook your steak
“How you like your steak cooked says a lot about your personality. Namely, are your opinions about how a steak should be cooked right or wrong.” Continue Reading
Drinking any amount of alcohol causes damage to brain: Study
“According to a new study, there is no “safe” level of drinking, and increasing your consumption of alcohol can have a negative effect on the brain.” Continue Reading