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You've heard the phrase "Dog Days of Summer," but you'd be surprised to learn it has nothing to do with our furry friends.
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You've heard the phrase "Dog Days of Summer," but you'd be surprised to learn it has nothing to do with our furry friends.
You might have heard the term St. Elmo's Fire from the movie, but it's also a meteorological phenomenon!
Have you ever run your finger around the edge of the glass to make a sound? It's energy and science!
Some cloud formations can look scary, and they can be a sign of a storm. Here's how they form and what they are.
If you've heard the term "The Cone of Silence," it's more than something from TV or movies; it's also scientific!
Once you shuffle a deck of cards, something really special can happen!
Meteorologist Ray Petelin shows us some other weird ways we measure in this edition of Hey Ray.
Some may wonder if lightning can strike in the same place twice, and if a human can survive multiple strikes.
Remember making paper popper noise makers in school? Well, you might not realize, there's a lot of science behind them!
Pi is a ratio that can be used to measure many different things including someone's hat size.
The Allegheny and Monongahela Rivers can both freeze but one may be more likely than the other.
Using the different sides of aluminum foil has been a discussion having some wonder if it makes a difference.
The sun can make you sneeze if you have ACHOO syndrome.
A fun way to collect money can be done through a swirling motion in a money vortex.
Ice Jams can cause issues like blocking water from moving downstream.
You've heard the phrase "Dog Days of Summer," but you'd be surprised to learn it has nothing to do with our furry friends. Ray Petelin explains in a new Hey Ray!
You have certainly heard the name from the classic 80s movie, but it's more than just that. It's a meteorological phenomenon. Ray Petelin explains!
Sound and energy are really cool things, but Ray Petelin shows how that energy can be transferred from one place to another in a new Hey Ray!
Some cloud formations can look downright creepy and those clouds are shelf and wall clouds. Meteorologist Ray Petelin explains what they are, how they form, and what kind of threat they pose in a new Hey Ray!
You've heard the term "Cone of Silence," right? Well, Ray Petelin is here to explain how it's more than just a concept from TV and movies, it applies to weather!
While a deck of cards may seem ordinary, once you shuffle them, something special happens! Ray Petelin explains in a brand new Hey Ray.
We sometimes measure in weird ways. Think about it. One of the most common units of measurement is feet! Meteorologist Ray Petelin shows us some other weird ways we measure.
Lightning can indeed strike in the same place twice, and a human can be struck more than once. Meteorologist Ray Petelin explains.
Remember making paper popper noise makers in high school? Well, as fun as they are, there's a lot of science behind them and Ray and Elizabeth Petelin are here to tell you all about it!
The Pi ratio can be used to measure many different things including your hat size. KDKA First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin expains.
A university spokesperson says Pitt will have a record class of first-year students this year.
A 60-year-old man was killed after his ATV went over an embankment in Armstrong County.
The Pirates, who had lost 11 of their previous 12 games, have taken the first two games of the series from the AL Central leaders.
Thiel College student Toby Atwood died after collapsing during the Presque Isle Half Marathon in Erie over the weekend.
Il Venetian, an eatery in Cleveland, Ohio, was named one of the 100 best hotel restaurants in America for 2025.
"OWNERS, GET IT DONE!!!" wrote President Trump, in calling on the Washington Commanders to revert to the name Redskins, which many view as a slur against Native Americans.
Immigration agents will arrest anyone they find in the country illegally, even if they lack a criminal record, acting ICE Director Todd Lyons said in an exclusive CBS News interview.
Republicans and MAGA remain solidly behind Trump.
A new bill introduced to the Pennsylvania legislature could make it easier for bars and restaurants to serve cocktails.
President Trump late Thursday ordered the Justice Department to seek the release of grand jury testimony related to Jeffrey Epstein.
The Downtown Neighbors Alliance announced plans to open a new grocery store on Liberty Avenue in Pittsburgh.
Products may include raw milk sold in pint, half-gallon, and gallon containers as well as several types of cheeses.
A new bill introduced to the Pennsylvania legislature could make it easier for bars and restaurants to serve cocktails.
Tickets are now on sale for when Sir Paul McCartney makes his return to Pittsburgh later this year.
Pittsburgh is the only city where it's cheaper to buy a home than rent, according to a new report.
David and Heather played a new game of What's It Worth with Dr. Lori!
The Pittsburgh Foundation is rallying the community for a 24-hour giving event.
Chef Crystal Baldwin joined us to showcase a recipe using summer fresh produce, a caprese greens salad. This segment is sponsored by Giant Eagle.
Katie took us to Kyle's Cakes N'at where the cakes are rich and the flavors are bold. We found out that the story behind it all is even sweeter.
David Highfield and Heather Abraham talk about all the latest goings on and preview what's to come on today's show.
When a college student in Pittsburgh returned to his apartment after being away for a month, he found two strangers living there.
A Butler County family is blaming a local emergency vet for killing their lost dog over the Fourth of July holiday.
Research shows the source of those stolen guns is changing.
A look at the problem of boaters who camp out on the North Shore with no intention of leaving anytime soon.
We've all dropped our car off at a body shop or dealership hoping for the best.
Products may include raw milk sold in pint, half-gallon, and gallon containers as well as several types of cheeses.
The health department will treat areas for mosquitoes with a pesticide called Zenivex E20.
A local yoga pro walked us through some fun, family-friendly yoga moves that you can try at home.
A new study found that when children five and under spend too much time on screens, it damages their social development.
If you’re feeling drained, no matter how well you sleep or manage stress, it could be low iron. Dr. Natalie Gentile explains why iron matters, especially for women.
The Pirates, who had lost 11 of their previous 12 games, have taken the first two games of the series from the AL Central leaders.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
The 16th hole at Nevillewood may be the hardest on the golf course, the only one in the Pittsburgh area designed by Jack Nicklaus.
Here's everything you need to know about the Pittsburgh Steelers reporting to training camp.
Hernandez, a right-handed pitcher, was the sixth overall selection of the 2025 First-Year Player Draft.
Donald M. Soffer, a real estate mogul best known as the developer of South Florida's Aventura Mall and often credited as the city's "founder," has died. He was 92.
The apartment complex sits near PNC Park and the developers and builders say it'll be the first of its kind in Pittsburgh.
Some of the investments promised during the AI and energy summit on Tuesday at Carnegie Mellon University included AI data centers, which can require massive amounts of energy to run.
Everything is expected to be finished by 2028.
The Hartley family that operates the store says the decision to close was not made lightly.
Ozzy Osbourne rose to fame in the heavy metal group Black Sabbath.
Actor and director Malcolm-Jamal Warner, best known for his role on "The Cosby Show," has died.
The Seawolves beat out 47 other minor league teams to win the rebranding contest.
Tickets are now on sale for when Sir Paul McCartney makes his return to Pittsburgh later this year.
CBS will end "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" and retire "The Late Show" franchise in May 2026, the company announced Thursday.
Pitt says it's welcoming a record class of first-year students.
KDKA-TV's Bob Pompeani and 93.7 The Fan's Andrew Fillipponi discuss the sports topics of the day.
Ozzy Osbourne, the heavy metal legend who rose to fame in the pioneering group Black Sabbath, has died.
Get the latest weather updates with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast!
Downtown Pittsburgh is undergoing some major changes in the next year, but one of the biggest is more of a repeat than an addition.
Spaun made a thrilling 64-foot birdie putt to win the U.S. Open at Oakmont Country Club.
It was a wet and rainy day at Oakmont Country Club for the third round of the U.S. Open.
Oakmont continued to flex its muscles against the world's best at the U.S. Open on Friday.
The 125th playing of the U.S. Open got underway Thursday morning at Oakmont Country Club.
The best golfers in the world are at Oakmont Country Club preparing for the U.S. Open.
