Hey Ray! Powerful Pressure And Its Importance
Atmospheric pressure is a major part of meteorology, and it is always around us.
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Atmospheric pressure is a major part of meteorology, and it is always around us.
Have you ever looked at the moon, as it was rising above the horizon and thought "WOW! The moon looks HUGE", only to have it appear to shrink as it continued to rise into the night sky?
Soap is a valuable tool to not only remove dirt from your hands, but also bacteria and viruses.
As a meteorologist, I use math to predict the behavior of many different ingredients in the atmosphere.
What is pie? Well, it is a baked good made with fruit or meat and vegetables with a pastry bottom, and usually a pastry top.
Since Leap Day happens every four years, we don't have as much February 29th weather data as we do for all the other days of the year.
You may have noticed February has an extra day, this year.
Did you really see more snowfall when you were a kid?
Is it going to be a cold and snowy winter this year? Ray Petelin's Winter Weather Forecast has the answers!
You may be used to using "relative humidity" to determine how comfortable that is, but it's just that; relative.
Heat lightning, you know, those summer time flickers of light in the distance that have no thunder.
So, why does a Peep expand when you suck the air out of a jar?
Since it's officially spring now, what better way to celebrate than with a cool experiment to try.
KDKA Meteorologist Ray Petelin shows you how to create a cloud in a bottle.
You've certainly heard the sun referred to as a ball of fire in the sky, but is it actually on fire? Ray and Elizabeth Petelin answer that question in an all-new Hey Ray!
If you've ever seen a wheel moving at high speed, it looks like it's moving backward to our eyes, but why? Ray and Elizabeth Petelin are here to explain what that illusion does to your eyes!
Ray and Elizabeth Petelin have a new experiment for you, one that puts a coffee cup in danger but science once again saves the day!
You may have heard that Earth is getting a mini-moon and that seems pretty cool, but will you even be able to see it? Ray Petelin is here to explain!
A viewer wrote in to ask Ray - "Why can we sometimes see the moon during the day?" The answer may not be what you think!
Withe colder air on the horizon, testing your home for Radon is very important. Ray and Elizabeth Petelin explain in an all-new Hey Ray!
We always perceive the sun to be yellow, but is it actually yellow? Ray and Elizabeth Petelin explore this question!
We've all put popcorn on the stove or in the microwave, but what is the science behind those popping kernels? Ray and Elizabeth Petelin are popping in with some science!
Western Pennsylvania is home to plenty of creeks and rivers, so how can you distinguish between the two? Ray and Elizabeth Petelin are here to explain!
One viewer asks: Why can they only hear the train whistle at Fallingwater when it's about to rain? Ray Petelin investigates this mystery in an all-new Hey Ray!
Crews are battling a fire at a popular Irish pub in Carnegie.
A Westmoreland County woman was charged with killing the owner of a bar in Johnstown in 2023.
The Ambridge Area School District outlined new security measures after a student allegedly brought a gun to school.
Kickoff is still a few days away but fans are making a pilgrimage from all corners of the country to be in Pittsburgh.
The Butler Area School District is piloting a new weapons detection system.
Pennsylvania lawmakers are taking new steps to protect pets of domestic violence survivors.
Pennsylvania will conduct a legally required recount in the Senate race between Bob Casey and Dave McCormick.
The Republican-backed bill applies to Ohio public K-12 schools and institutions of higher education.
Sen. Bob Casey is locked in a tight race with Dave McCormick in Pennsylvania. There will be an automatic recount of the votes, state officials say.
President Biden and President-elect Donald Trump both promised a "smooth" transition.
The latest economic data shows consumer prices rose slightly in October, which is impacting people's holiday budgets.
Want to check the latest product recalls, click here!
The scammer is directing people to a number claiming it will reactivate their EBT cards.
The Hershey Company recently announced the acquisition of the sour candy brand, Sour Strips.
Von Maur, one of the country's top retailers, held its grand opening Saturday at South Hills Village.
PTL's resident tech guru Ron Smiley is back with Heather and David to talk about artificial intelligence, new parental restrictions coming to certain games, and more!
Sean Collier is back with another edition of the PTL Weekend Guide!
Heather and David are joined by Kidsburgh Ambassador Yu-Ling Behr to talk all things Light Up Night which will happen next weekend!
Thanksgiving is right around the corner and Primanti Brothers is in the spirit with the new Primanturkey Sandwich! Proceeds from sales of the sandwich will also help the KDKA-TV Turkey Fund!
Team PTL's Daisy Jade joins us from The Oaklander Hotel as they get ready for the release of Wicked next week with some drinks that could certainly "Defy Gravity."
As tales of scammers swiping tickets from Ticketmaster accounts grow, there are simple yet effective ways to protect your tickets.
With gambling addiction on the rise, thousands of Pennsylvanians have opted to ban themselves from casinos and online sportsbooks.
Civil forfeiture is a legal process that allows law enforcement to seize property.
A West Mifflin woman said she feels duped after falling for a convincing weight loss gummy ad created by scammers using AI.
A woman whose husband died after a multi-organ transplant says she's not only grieving, she's battling her landlord.
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission issues urgent safety alert after ninth recall of adult bed rails in three years.
The 65-year-old actor and stand-up comedian, best known for portraying Joey Gladstone on "Full House," said he first noticed symptoms in October.
Consumer Reports applauds food giant's decision after less-than-expected demand for the meal kits from school districts.
The packaging label omitted a key ingredient, prompting a Food and Drug Administration recall.
A nonprofit created by a former Pittsburgh Steeler is improving the quality of life for veterans and first responders.
Kickoff is still a few days away but fans are making a pilgrimage from all corners of the country to be in Pittsburgh.
Four billboards calling for owner Bob Nutting to sell the team were raised around Pittsburgh earlier this week.
The man they call "Geno" was joined by his family prior to Wednesday night's game.
Queen signed with the Steelers as a free agent this past offseason.
Simon Edvinsson scored 1:30 into overtime, and the Detroit Red Wings beat the Pittsburgh Penguins 3-2.
Giant Eagle has opened a new grocery store in Pittsburgh's Westwood neighborhood.
The latest economic data shows consumer prices rose slightly in October, which is impacting people's holiday budgets.
The $600 million project would redevelop fifteen acres of old industrial land along the Ohio River.
New numbers just published show whether small or big schools are growing the most in the Pittsburgh region.
The Hershey Company recently announced the acquisition of the sour candy brand, Sour Strips.
The band continues its touring schedule in 2025 and in August, they'll make a stop at PPG Paints Arena.
The 65-year-old actor and stand-up comedian, best known for portraying Joey Gladstone on "Full House," said he first noticed symptoms in October.
Kennywood has been nominated for hosting one of the country's best theme park holiday events.
Mattel apologizes for inadvertently directing people to pornography site instead of one promoting upcoming film.
Actor Tony Todd's TV and movie credits spanned 40 years and included the 1992 horror film "Candyman" and its 2021 sequel.
Get the latest weather updates with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast.
Flames tore through Riley's Pour House, a popular Irish pub in Carnegie, on Thursday.
KDKA's Shelley Bortz was the emcee as Taking the Lead: Ford Driving Skills for Life visited Hopewell High School.
Variety the Children's Charity celebrated the kids at their gala at Acrisure Stadium Wednesday night.
The Mr. Rogers Neighborhood Sweater Drive kicked off at the Children's Museum of Pittsburgh on Thursday.
Firefighters battled a massive fire at Riley's Pour House, a popular Irish pub in Carnegie, on Thursday.
Kamala Harris and Donald Trump held rallies in Pittsburgh on the eve of Election Day.
No. 4 Ohio State went to State College and came away with a win.
Halloween 2024 was a smashing success for both Pittsburgh Today Live and Talk Pittsburgh. Team PTL celebrated with a classic monster theme while Talk Pittsburgh got in the ring with some real wrestlers. Here's a look at some of the fun!
Marc-Andre Fleury returned to Pittsburgh on Tuesday for the final start of his career at PPG Paints Arena.
