John Shumway
John Shumway joined NewsRadio 1020 KDKA in 2004 as co-host of The KDKA Morning News with Larry Richert. John began his broadcasting career as a disc jockey for WLAP Radio in Lexington, Kentucky, while he was in college and later moved into the newsroom. John has been recognized throughout his broadcasting career with regional, state, and national awards.
He resides in the Pittsburgh area with his wife, Sonya, and their two children. In his spare time, John enjoys golf, running, hiking, camping and singing in his church choir.
Powerball Jackpot Grows To $600 Million
Powerball officials say the jackpot has climbed to an estimated $600 million, making it the largest prize in the game’s history and the world’s second largest lottery prize.
PennDOT Looking To Expand New Traffic Light System
Pittsburghers spend 39 hours a year sitting in traffic and that adds up to more than $800 in wasted fuel, but there could be help on the way.
Plant Fungus Making Its Way North
Like an artist’s palette, impatiens are summer’s color splash. However, a plant disease is making its way north that will have a major effect on them this year.
Police Investigating Ross Twp. Gas Station Robbery
Police have released some surveillance video as the search continues for the suspect in a gas station robbery in Ross Township Wednesday morning.
Verizon Bundled Phone Batteries Posing Problems For Customers
Thousands of customers in the Pittsburgh area have Verizon FIOS service and if you’re one of them, chances are you have a control box with a battery. More and more customers are experiencing problems with their batteries.
Mayoral Candidates Address Police Chief Search, Plowing, Gun Violence At Debate
Cooperation with City Council continues to be a hot button issue in the Pittsburgh mayoral race with Jack Wagner putting Bill Peduto on the defensive about not cooperating with some members of council.
Pens Fans Show Support Downtown
A rally was held downtown as the Pittsburgh Penguins get ready to take on the New York Islanders in the opening round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs.
Pens Announce Big Screen Plans & More For Fans
It’s becoming an annual tradition that the Pittsburgh Penguins qualify for the playoffs and they plan on keeping up a popular tradition for fans this year.
Allegheny County Reminds You To Report Suspicious Activity
KDKA-AM’s John Shumway talks to Allegheny County Executive Rich Fitzgerald about “See Something, Say Something, Send Something.”
Double Detour Ahead Of Squirrel Hill Tunnel Closures
There’s a twist in this weekend’s closure of the Squirrel Hill Tunnel. Crews are doing work on a dam at the Edgewood-Swissvale exit. The problem: the exit ramp has been a mode of re-entry to the Parkway for the Squirrel Hill Tunnel detour.
Attendance At PNC Park Down This Baseball Season
It’s not exactly the “if a tree falls in the forest” scenario, but A.J. Burnett threw a one-hit gem Wednesday night and there were only about 9,500 fans in the stands to see it.
New Law Limits Options For Putting A Pet To Sleep
Some pet owners opt to have a veterinarian come into their home to make the process more comfortable for both them and the pet. However, new a new law is quickly putting a stop to that option, which many are hoping will be changed soon.
Pittsburgh Runners Returning Home From Boston
For every runner the story is personal.
Future Of Canonsburg Lake Remains In Question
In its prime, Canonsburg Lake would draw people from all over the area to fish and swim. Lately, the lake has become shallow and some are worried it will disappear if something isn’t done to preserve it.
Local Shoe Company Has Ties To Runners In Boston Marathon
A Bethel Park specialty running store makes running gear for those running in today’s Boston Marathon from Pittsburgh.
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