Pittsburgh City Council Honors KDKA Radio's Chris Moore

Longtime host recognized for impact on local journalism and African American community

Apr. 14, 2026 at 9:10pm

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A brightly colored, high-contrast silkscreen print of a vintage radio microphone repeated in a tight grid pattern, conceptually representing the influential career of a pioneering radio personality.The Pittsburgh City Council's tribute to longtime KDKA Radio host Chris Moore celebrates his pioneering voice and lasting impact on local journalism.Philadelphia Today

The Pittsburgh City Council issued a proclamation honoring Chris Moore, the former longtime talk show host at KDKA Radio, who retired in February after more than 30 years with the station. The proclamation recognized Moore's 'incalculable impact on Pittsburgh's journalism, radio and culture', as well as his support for his wife's New Horizon Theater.

Why it matters

Chris Moore was a pioneering voice in Pittsburgh media, shining a light on the African American community and positively impacting local journalism over his three-decade career. His retirement marks the end of an era, and the city council's tribute underscores his lasting legacy.

The details

In a ceremony on Tuesday, the Pittsburgh City Council approved a proclamation honoring Chris Moore, who retired in February after more than 32 years as a talk show host at KDKA Radio. The proclamation recognized Moore's 'incalculable impact on Pittsburgh's journalism, radio and culture', as well as his support for his wife's New Horizon Theater.

  • Chris Moore retired from KDKA Radio on February 15, 2026 after 32 years with the station.
  • The Pittsburgh City Council issued the proclamation honoring Moore on April 14, 2026.

The players

Chris Moore

A pioneering talk show host who worked at KDKA Radio in Pittsburgh for over 30 years, making a significant impact on local journalism and the African American community.

New Horizon Theater

A theater company in Pittsburgh that was supported by Chris Moore and his wife.

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What they’re saying

“I thank you very much for this award, it means the world to me.”

— Chris Moore, Former KDKA Radio Talk Show Host

“I think I've shined a light on some of the positive things that this community has had to offer, especially in the African American community.”

— Chris Moore, Former KDKA Radio Talk Show Host

What’s next

The proclamation from the Pittsburgh City Council will be formally presented to Chris Moore at a future ceremony.

The takeaway

Chris Moore's legacy as a pioneering voice in Pittsburgh media will continue to inspire future generations of journalists and community leaders. His commitment to amplifying the African American experience and supporting the arts has left an indelible mark on the city.