KDKA Morning Brief 7-17-24

Increased Tornado Activity In The Area

Accuweather's Meteorologist, Matt Benz, calls in to talk about the 3 tornadoes we got in our area, and also the northern lights over the weekend.

Kidsburgh and 20 years of Pittsburgh Today Live

Hour 4- Kristine Sorensen Joins Larry live in the studio for her weekly segment. She gives us updates on Kidsburg and Pittsburgh Today Live as they prepare to air the show on Friday May 10th celebrating 20 years.

The Lincoln Bakery and what lies ahead

Hour 3- Larry talks with friend Gary Fujak. He gives us the need to know if we see a bear in our area. Lincoln Bakery owner Joe Porco calls in to talk about passing the ownership over and having more time to spend with family.

Bellvue Lincoln Bakery and a passing of the Patton.

Bellvue's Lincoln Bakery owner Joe Porco calls in to talk about passing off the patton. He will stay on part time just to stay busy but will partially retire to spend more time with his family.

If you see a bear in your area, you need to proceed with caution.

Game warden and expert Garry Fujak calls in to talk about the bear sighting story trending right now.

Current status on college campus protests and potential changes for Pittsburgh schools

Hour 2- Larry talks with 2 High school senior students about their thoughts on phones being locked up. Our own Timira Rush also joins Larry live in the studio to give the current status on college campus protests. AHN's Dr. Margaret also calls in for the AHN weekly segment.

"There are other ways of communication other than just your phone."

Mother of 4, Yvonne calls in to give her opinion on locking up student phones during class.

Lock Em' Up!

Hour 1- Larry talks with a few teachers as they give their opinions on this potential big shift in schools: Should student phones be locked up during class in schools? 

Communication Is Key

Anonymous Teacher calls in to speak on the potential of lawmakers in Harrisburg to lock up students phones. She gives her honest reaction.