Former KDKA-TV weathercaster and daytime talk show host Jon Burnett died of suspected CTE (chronic traumatic encephalopathy) following a 2022 diagnosis of the disease, according to KDKA. He was 71. Burnett shared his diagnosis with KDKA viewers in February 2024 reports by his longtime “Pittsburgh Today Live” co-host Kristine Sorensen,

KDKA-TV is sad to report that Jon died of complications from suspected CTE. He leaves behind an incredible legacy.

KDKA-TV shares their fond memories of Jon Burnett. A U.S. military pilot reportedly had a close encounter with an unidentified flying object. Ben Hansen, host of the Discovery+ show “UFO Witness,” obtained the plane's audio recording and shares it exclusively on "Banfield.

Longtime weather forecaster Jon Burnett, known for his work at Pittsburgh station KDKA-TV, has died after a battle with degenerative brain disease.