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09/05/2024

Our own Timira Rush gives a live update on where we are in the Nippon Steel deal.

09/05/2024

Good morning from The Big K Morning Show! A school shooting in Georgia yesterday leaves two students, and two teachers dead with 9 other injured- we'll talk about school safety. The presidential campaign continues, we'll have details on that story and updates on the downtown U.S. Steel rally. These stories and more this morning!

09/05/2024

For the 14th time in franchise history, the Pirates have been no-hit.

S***a Imanaga took a no-hit bid into the 8th inning against the Pirates Wednesday night. Hit pitch count hit 95 pitches and he was yanked. The bullpen completed the no-hitter. It’s the 14th time in franchise history the Pirates have been no-hit.

09/05/2024

Here’s why Trump hasn’t gone on Joe Rogan’s podcast.

While many have anticipated former President Donald Trump making an appearance on the popular Joe Rogan Experience podcast, the Republican nominee recently shared why he hasn't made an appearance.

09/05/2024

A new poll has found that for voters under 30, the nation’s financial struggles remain the top issue heading into this election.

A new poll has found that for voters under 30, the nation's financial struggles remain the top issue heading into this election, with 31% naming inflation as a key factor in how they will vote.

09/05/2024

Why are so many restaurants filing for bankruptcy? It's not one answer.

It has not been a great year for the restaurant industry, and part of the trouble can be seen through the unusually high number of bankruptcy filings among restaurant chains.

09/05/2024

Americans are so strapped for cash these days that nearly 2 in 5 had a hard time paying for everyday expenses last week, a new survey has revealed.

09/04/2024

It's all attack ads all the time, now through November.

If you've recently cut the cable cord and are hoping you'll get to skip the political ads this election cycle, you'll sadly be mistaken.

09/04/2024

The CPSC said they received “reports that deadly baby and toddler products are easy to find on these platforms.”

In a news release, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) revealed they have launched an investigation into foreign-based online retail platforms that do business in the United States.

09/04/2024

Colin attacks the hubris of union workers in today's Drive at 5, presented by ServiceMaster of Greater Pittsburgh: https://bit.ly/4g9qzOz

09/04/2024

A local police department is warning about the impact of car auto thefts.

A local police department is warning about the impact of car auto thefts.
Brentwood's Police Department says vehicle thefts affect the community as a whole, with higher insurance rates.

09/04/2024

The first national television map of the season and the Steelers will be in a lot of living rooms across the U.S.

The NFL is back an that means football all day long on your TV this Sunday.
As in years past, 506 Sports has released the television map schedule for the NFL games this week.

09/04/2024

A reported former Children's Hospital radiologist facing child p**n charges.

53-year-old Ashok Panigrahy is reported to be a former UPMC Children's Hospital radiologist and a professor of Pediatric Radiology at the University of Pittsburgh

09/04/2024

Investigation underway after alleged sexual assault on CCAC's Allegheny campus yesterday morning.

An investigation is underway after a reported sexual assault at CCAC's Allegheny Campus on the North Side Tuesday.
CCAC says the incident reportedly took place “at or near the east side of the Physical Education Building.”

09/04/2024

The end of U.S. Steel in Pittsburgh? CEO says mills will close if sale to Nippon Steel doesn't' move forward.

While a proposed $14.1 billion purchase of U.S. Steel by Japan-based company Nippon doesn't have much love on the national political scene, the company is now rallying for support of the transaction.

09/04/2024

After today's school shooting in Georgia, Colin Dunlap says hope cannot be our only solution to make sure this doesn't happen again.

09/04/2024

"One bite...you know the rules." Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy made several stops at Pittsburgh-area pizzerias yesterday. It's part of his popular YouTube series.

Founder of Barstool Sports David Portnoy was in the Pittsburgh area Tuesday to make an appearance on the Plan Bri podcast at Stage AE.
While in town, Portnoy stopped by several local pizza shops as part of his famous One Bite Pizza Reviews.

09/04/2024

LATEST: Casualties are being reported and a suspect is in custody after a shooting at a high school in Georgia.

“Casualties” are being reported at a high school near Athens, Georgia, after gunfire erupted on Wednesday. Police say that at least one person is in custody at this time.

09/04/2024

Employees of US Steel rally in support of Nippon Steel Transaction.

~Timira Rush
KDKA Radio Reporter

09/04/2024

Earlier today, State Senator Kim Ward - Unofficial tells Marty Griffin - GET MARTY how important it is for U.S. Steel's deal with Nippon Steel to go through so we can keep jobs in Western PA.

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09/04/2024

A pro-palestinian rally was held at one location and a vigil for Israeli hostages killed in Gaza was held a short distance away.

A pro-Palestinian protest and a vigil for Israeli hostages killed in Gaza were held Tuesday in Pittsburgh.
Demonstrators concealing their faces called for a cease fire in Gaza as they chanted near the Pitt campus.

09/04/2024

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09/04/2024

Gas prices are nearly 23 cents lower compared to last year and experts expect the trend to continue into the fall.

You may be pleasantly surprised the next time you fill up at a gas station.
Triple A says the average price of unleaded self-serve regular in the region is $2.62.
That's down eight cents from its last survey.

09/04/2024

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09/04/2024

Larry and Rich were sure to cover a lot in today's conversation. They talked about mail in ballots as well as growth and improvements happening at Pittsburgh International Airport.

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09/04/2024

A new poll shows Vice President Kamala Harris has overtaken former President Donald Trump in the race for the White House as she gains ground on several key issues.

09/04/2024

Good morning from The Big K Morning Show! Both Presidential candidates continue to hit Pennsylvania, and Bakery square is expanding- we'll have the details. Big sports news, and Rich Fitzgerald joins Larry for his weekly hour. Tune in now!

09/04/2024

When you think of scam victims, its usually the elderly. Not this time.

With students returning to college for their fall semester, many are looking for scholarships or grants to help pay the bill, but the Better Business Bureau is warning students to be on the lookout for scams.

09/04/2024

President Joe Biden shared praise for his VP in Pittsburgh during a Labor Day event where she made some hefty promises, including a vow to “end union busting” forever.

President Joe Biden shared praise for Vice President Kamala Harris at a Labor Day campaign event where she made some hefty promises, including a vow to “end union busting” forever.

09/04/2024

A new school year is upon us once again, and while this year brings its usual dose of staffing shortages and unruly behavior, the issue could be worse due to funding shortfalls.