Larry Richert
The host of the KDKA Morning News with Larry Richert since 2001, Larry Richert is Pittsburgh’s master Master of Ceremonies and an ambassador for Pittsburgh. Born in Millvale and raised in McCandless Township, Richert graduated from North Allegheny High School and Clarion University.
Larry is the public address announcer at Heinz Field for Steeler home games and also serves as the voice of NFL Films/Steelers Highlights and is active in dozens of charities including the American Cancer Society as host of their Celebrity Golf Classic held every June.Larry and his wife Cindi have three children.
New North Park Zip Line Will Have You Going Ape
KDKA-AM’s Larry and John talk to Dan D’Augistino about details for the new zip line he’s bringing to North Park.
Secretary Ridge Not Surprised By Bombings, Expects Long Investigation
KDKA-AM’s Larry and John talk to former Homeland Security Secretary Tom Ridge about the Boston Marathon bombings.
57 Years After Salk Vaccine, World Is On Verge Of Eradicating Polio
In Pittsburgh, we take special pride in the fact that the vaccine for polio was developed right here by Dr. Jonas Salk, and first used April 12, 1955.
Learn More About The Cancer Prevention Study-3
This year, the American Cancer Society is launching its research study called the Cancer Prevention Study-3 (CPS-3). You can help researchers better understand the genetic, environmental and lifestyle factors that cause or prevent cancer by [...]
Old Coin Parking Meters Are Going Extinct
KDKA-AM’s Larry and John talk to David Onorato, head of the Pittsburgh Parking Authority, about all the details behind the new city parking machines.
Newtown Victim’s Sister Says Assault Guns Should Be Banned & Recalled
KDKA-AM’s Larry and John talk to Jillian Soto, sister of one of the teachers killed during the Newtown school shooting, about her view of gun control and her work in Washington, DC.
Bruno Sammartino Headed To Wrestling Hall Of Fame
KDKA-AM’s Larry and John talk to Bruno Sammartino about his induction into the Wrestling Hall of Fame.
Boyfriend Lets a Home Run Ball Hit Girlfriend!
Check out this video of a boyfriend jumping out of the way of a ball that hits his girlfriend in the face! Ouch!
Local Funeral Home Plans Open House
KDKA AM’s Larry and John talk to Frank Perman of Perman Funeral Home about a meet and greet open house that will help end the mystery behind planning a funeral.
Pirates GM Talks Roster, Gerrit Cole & Opening Day
KDKA-AM’s Larry and John talk to Pirates GM Neal Huntington about the end of Spring Training and the move to Pittsburgh for opening day.
‘Fort McKenry’ Talks About Upcoming Pirates Season
KDKA-AM’s Larry and John talk to Pirates catcher Mike “The Fort” McKenry on the upcoming season, live from Pirates Spring Training in Bradenton, Florida.
Vatican Intern Gets Rare Glimpse At History Unfolding
As a college student, getting a good internship is important, so when Villanova student Sean Hudgins landed a social media internship at the Vatican, he was excited to go halfway across the world.
Child Trafficking In Our Backyard?
KDKA-AM’s Larry Richert talks to Brian Shivler, founder of Rescue Hope, about how his organization is raising awareness of child sex trafficking happening in the United States and our area.
Local Rape Prevention Group Talks About Steubenville Case
KDKA-AM’s Larry Richert talks to Allison Hall of Pittsburgh Action Against Rape about the Steubenville rape victim and the death threats against her.
Bishop Zubik Impressed By New Pope
KDKA-AM’s Larry Richert talks to Pittsburgh Bishop David Zubik about the inauguration of Pope Francis.
TV Schedule
| Full Program Grid | |
|---|---|
| 7:00 PM | KDKA-TV News |
| 7:30 PM | omg! Insider |
| 8:00 PM | Elementary |
| 9:00 PM | Criminal Minds |
| 10:00 PM | 48 Hours |
| 11:00 PM | KDKA-TV News at 11 |
| 11:35 PM | CSI: Miami |
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