Kdka Morning News With Larry Richert And John Shumway

Congressman Chris Deluzio joins Paul and Marty to discuss the upcoming 2024 election, protecting energy jobs in Allegheny County, what it is like being in Washington D.C., how to utilize bipartisanship, and views on Kamala Harris. 

Frank Velasquez, Director of AHN Sports Performance, joins Paul and Marty to discuss high rates of dropout in youth sports. 

Carlos Mcclintock from Greater Pitt Tree Service joins Marty and Paul to discuss the lack of winter and how it has affected his business model. 

Attorney Rob Peirce joins Paul and Marty to discuss representing the families of individuals killed by a serial killer nurse. There have been two new cases since we last covered this. He also discusses how little publicity this has gotten. Also, how she was able to keep getting hired at different facilities. 

Hour 1 - Paul Alexander is in the studio while Larry is away. He teases some guests for the upcoming show, discusses today's rainy weather with Accuweather Meteorologist Dean DeVore, and issues an official apology for missing the birthdays segment earlier in the show. 

Hour 4 - Kristine Sorensen, Arianna Bazzy, and Lynne Hayes-Freeland join the show with Paul and Marty. They discuss more about college campus safety, the impact of black voters, and a local organization helping young girls. 

Dr. Kathi R. Elliott, Chief Executive Officer at Gwen's Girls, joins the show to discuss resources for young girls and their "Caring Connections' program. 

Attorney Phil DiLucente joins Paul and Marty to discuss more about suing the city if you are in an accident. He talks about the current issues with this. They also discuss the state of downtown. 

Paul and Marty talk to Rob Kania, one of "Marty's boys", about "healthcare deserts" and the struggle to find daycare. They also take a caller who talks about his experience in the healthcare industry. 

UPMC Chief Medical Officer Dr. Don Yealy joins Paul and Marty to discuss the amazing nurses and doctors at UPMC. They also discuss the healthcare business and what it is like working in healthcare. 

Hour 1 - Paul Alexander fills in for Larry in the studio for the rest of the week. He discusses the importance of health and today's weather. He is also joined by Marty and they discuss the impact of hockey in Pittsburgh. 

Penguins President, Kevin Acklin, joins Paul and Marty to discuss the importance of hockey to the city, the Armory Ice Rink, and giving back to the community. 

Hour 4 - Larry and Marty discuss the process of suing the city, the lack of winters, and hear a funny story from Rich Fitzgerald. 

Attorney Jon Perry joins Larry and Marty to discuss suing the city of Pittsburgh based on the Fern Hollow Bridge collapse. He explains the history behind this. He describes other situations where suing the city may be "capped".

Hour 3 -  Larry and Marty discuss the upcoming U.S. Senate election, Marty's experience while in the hospital, property assessments downtown, and check in with KDKA News Reporter Suzie Cool. 

Suzie Cool joins Larry and Marty for her segment, "The Cool Scoop". 

Dave McCormick joins Larry and Marty to discuss his campaign for U.S. Senate and if he can beat his opponent Bob Casey. He also talks about using Donald Trump to his advantage. Marty also asks him about natural gas and the movements to shut it down. 

Hour 2 - Marty Griffin makes a triumphant return to the studio! He and Larry discuss the lack of cops available in Pittsburgh, Marty's health updates, the benefits of Community College, and they check in with Brian Quaranta with Secure Money Advisors. 

Dr. Quintin B. Bullock, CCAC President joins Larry and Marty to discuss the importance of community college and how they are helping students. 

Brian Quaranta from Secure Money Advisors joins Larry for his weekly segment, "Your Weekly Retirement Planning". This week's topic: The three interest rates that matter.