Hey Ray: Flip-flopping flow
High and low pressures flow in different directions in different hemispheres - so why do they flip-flop?
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High and low pressures flow in different directions in different hemispheres - so why do they flip-flop?
They are three words that are used interchangeably, but there are some differences.
While some toys seem pretty simple, they actually work with the help of some cool science!
They aren't the same as the balloons you'd find at Party City, but they're plenty important!
Weather records are old, but when they're broken, it's a big deal!
While that wind on the beach can make a mess, it also makes dunes and these are important!
One small change in the number that represents magnitude can mean a major difference.
The universe is full of waves, and they are not all created equally. Some are mechanical, and others are electromagnetic, even though they are all energy!
Sometimes prolonged summer heat creates a "heat dome."
Did you know that space weather affects weather here on earth?
You may have heard that the atmosphere is a fluid, we'll show you how to make a mini model of the atmosphere!
Certain things just seem impossible but with science? They become possible.
I often get asked why the temperatures we report are different from what you see on your home thermometer.
I accidentally mixed hard-boiled eggs and raw eggs. Now, how can I tell the difference?
Our atmosphere, it's kind of just a big sandwich!
If you've ever wondered how hurricanes get their names, KDKA First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin is here to explain how!
We use salt for so many things these days, but did you know that it can be used to make ice cream? Ray Petelin shows you how in an all-new Hey Ray!
One of the coolest things to see in the summertime happens from late July through late August.
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.
Gov. Josh Shapiro on Tuesday arrived in Clairton to meet with local officials following Monday's explosions that left two dead and injured at least 10.
Amid questions surrounding Pittsburgh's budget challenges, the two candidates for mayor shared what they think needs to be done.
Richard Tikey has worked here at the Clairton plant for 27 years.
The potential pollution impact was mitigated because the weather cooperated, the Allegheny County Health Department said.
Carranza was last seen in Greensburg on July 29.
Is Pittsburgh headed for a budget crisis, or is it already in crisis?
The Shapiro administration traveled across the Commonwealth on Sunday, stressing the importance of the latest transportation spending bill.
President Trump is hinting at further federal police action in D.C., teasing a press conference on Monday aimed at "ending the Crime, Murder, and Death."
Adams, who served as surgeon general during the first Trump administration, said Kennedy's assertions about the efficacy of mRNA vaccines are "simply not true."
Back to school can often mean back to screens, but that may be changing soon.
Shayna, known for her popular TikTok account, Saving With Shayna, joined us to share her ultimate list of back-to-school deals.
Pennsylvania Attorney General Dave Sunday has joined a national effort to crack down on robocalls.
Billionaire Mark Cuban was back in the Pittsburgh area, as he announced a new partnership with Giant Eagle.
It's no secret that for many people, they wait until the last minute for back to school shopping.
Back-to-school shopping season is in full swing. We broke down how to shop smart before the first bell rings.
PTL's Boaz Frankel is tagging along with a Duquesne Light crew to watch one of their free energy audits. The service can help to lower electric bills.
Chef Matt Welch, of Appalachian Cellar, is in the kitchen to make us something delicious and tell us how farmers and artisans come together to support small, local business.
Antiques appraiser Dr. Lori is examining more of your treasures! Play along with us!
PTL's Katie O'Malley is getting a preview of one of Pittsburgh's most popular summer festivals. Little Italy Days is returning this week to Bloomfield.
On this Taste It Tuesday, we're celebrating Little Italy Days with a spread from Tambellini Event Catering.
Is Pittsburgh headed for a budget crisis, or is it already in crisis?
At the end of the last school year, Brownsville Area School District put a ban on all wearable technology.
Experts are examining the potential connection between air quality in the Mon Valley and student absenteeism.
More and more sleep experts say the early start to the school day is hurting teenagers' grades, bodies and mental health.
Last year, nearly 9,000 teachers left the profession in Pennsylvania.
Low levels of the bacteria that causes Legionnaires' disease were detected at the county's South Campus in Mohnton, Pennsylvania.
Police in West Virginia shot and killed a man who became violent in a hospital emergency room and produced a knife.
Instagram rolled out a new Map feature that lets users see their friends' locations in real time. Here's why privacy experts are concerned.
Dr. Ken Nischal joined us to talk about how undetected eye issues can impact learning and can lead to lifelong problems.
The Boar's Head deli meat plant at the heart of a deadly food-poisoning outbreak is set to reopen in the coming months, but recent reports point to ongoing sanitation problems.
Cam Heyward wants a raise and is open to sitting out regular-season games to make his point.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Brice Turang hits his first career leadoff home run helping the Milwaukee Brewers beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 7-1 on Monday night.
It sure seems like Taylor Swift could be a "very special guest" on this week's episode of the Kelce brothers' New Heights podcast.
Paramount will become the new home to all UFC events in the U.S., while UFC's CEO says the White House may host a July 4 event broadcast on CBS.
Ten restaurants in Pittsburgh earned prestigious awards from Wine Spectator for their world-class wine selections.
After only three years, Midland Innovation and Technology Charter School is closing its doors.
Mario Lemieux and Ron Burkle sold the Penguins in 2021 for $900 million and the team could be worth double that price now.
Andrew Carnegie first opened the plant in 1875.
The owners of the Pittsburgh Mills were ordered to pay $1.8 million in fines over pothole-riddled parking lots and overgrown landscaping.
Taylor Swift announced her 12th studio album, "The Life of a Showgirl," after a countdown tease on her website. She didn't say when it would be released.
It sure seems like Taylor Swift could be a "very special guest" on this week's episode of the Kelce brothers' New Heights podcast.
Paramount will become the new home to all UFC events in the U.S., while UFC's CEO says the White House may host a July 4 event broadcast on CBS.
People came out to the Strip District on Saturday for Pittsburgh's annual Barrel and Flow festival.
The All-American Rejects played a pop-up concert in the Pittsburgh area on Friday night.
Get the latest weather updates with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast!
Amid questions surrounding Pittsburgh's budget challenges, the two candidates for mayor shared what they think needs to be done.
For National Vinyl Record Day, we're asking you to remember your very first album! It's the 3 O'Clock Drop!
In this In A Mikey Minute, Mikey Hood is asking how often do you wash your towels.
We're getting a preview of "Sunday in the Park with George," a musical inspired by a work of art. Front Porch Theatricals is performing the production at New Hazlett Theater.
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.
