Author: Janine Faust
A Chess Phenom at 4, Pittsburgh Teen is King of Queen's Gambit
Ashley Lynn Priore is teaching young Pittsburghers chess so that they can empower themselves and their communities.
Knights of the Flat Screen – Pittsburgh's Video Game Champs
Founded by a pair of Pittsburgh natives, the Knights are a professional esports franchise whose players participate in video game competitions in front of millions of fans in person and online.
Come and Explore Wilkinsburg’s Divine History
The Sacred Spaces Tour takes visitors to the borough’s churches, mosques and historic buildings.
“Night of the Living Dead” to Appear on the Big Screen Again
The cult classic will be screened at the Byham Theater in honor of the 50th anniversary of its debut.
The Airbnb of Camping Has Started Pitching Tents in Pennsylvania
The startup Tentrr connects landowners looking for extra cash with interested campers.
New TV Series Shot in Pittsburgh Area Premiering This Month
See if you recognize any of the locations in the thriller “One Dollar.”
Bocce, Pasta, Music and More Highlight Little Italy Days
Experience Italian culture and cuisine during Bloomfield’s annual Little Italy Days.
Heinz Red Ketchup Packets Set to Get a Green Makeover
The Kraft Heinz Co. has announced plans to recreate 100 percent of its packaging to make it more environmentally sustainable by 2025.
Carnegie Art Museum to Sport a More Modern Look This Fall
The outside of the museum will be transformed by four contemporary artists in honor of the 57th Carnegie International.
When & Where You Can Dump Your Old TV
The Pennsylvania Resources Council has five upcoming events to collect old electronics, paint, chemicals and other hard-to-recycle Items.
North Park Visitors Mourn Loss of Mystery Piano
The piano was removed by the county about a week after it appeared in the park.
For Sale: Mario Lemieux's $22 Million Castle in Quebec
Take a peek inside the Pittsburgh Penguin owner’s 17,000-square-foot, 50-room chateau.
Westmoreland Mall Announced as Site for New Mini Casino
Stadium Casino LLC plans to construct a 100,000-square-foot gaming and entertainment facility at the Hempfield Township shopping center.
South Side Park Has Got Your Goat(s) This Weekend
The Allegheny GoatScape Herd will return to the Pittsburgh park for the Second Annual Goat Fest on Saturday.
Could a New Study Help Jazz Up Pittsburgh’s Music Scene?
Using responses from local music industry insiders, the Pittsburgh Music Ecosystem Study breaks down five ways in which the city’s music nightlife could be improved.
Virtual Andrew Carnegie Makes for Memorable Visit to the Museum
The Andy Carnegie Bot serves as a guide to the museums’ Summer Adventure program.
Apollo 11 Capsule That Went to the Moon Landing in Pittsburgh
A new exhibit at the Heinz History Center will feature mission artifacts, an interactive 3-D tour — and the role Pittsburgh played in landing men on the moon.
Mobile Service To Connect Hungry Pitt Students to Free Food
PittGrub app will send folks in need to events with leftovers.
Competitive, High-Tech Driving Range Coming to Pittsburgh
The Topgolf complex opening in Bridgeville features a driving range with microchipped golf balls that score themselves, plus plenty of food and drink options.
5 Great Ways to Enjoy Picklesburgh
The city’s fourth annual pickle festival will feature more food, more music and even pickle-inspired beers.
Three of Pittsburgh’s Green Spaces Nominated for National List
Some of the city’s parks could earn a spot on the National Register of Historic Places by 2020. So why should you care?
America’s “Gratest” Celebration of Cheese is Coming to Pittsburgh
Sample cheese of every rind during the American Cheese Society’s annual Festival of Cheese.
Jeff Goldblum Day is Causing a Stir in the ’Burgh
Local venues will be celebrating the native actor Friday with Goldblum-themed merchandise and events.
Pittsburgh Developer Offers Location for Riverfront Swings
A developer in the South Side may fulfill KDKA anchor Ken Rice’s wish for shaded benches along the city’s riverfronts.
Expert Opinions on How HQ2 Could Change Pittsburgh
From jobs to housing to technology, six areas which would be impacted if Amazon chose Pittsburgh for its HQ2.
Wait No More in the Check-Out Line at the Grocery Store
Giant Eagle’s “Scan Pay & Go” mobile service lets shoppers scan their own groceries and check out quickly.
5 Great Things to Do in Pittsburgh on the Fourth of July
The Steel City has plenty to do before the fireworks start on Independence Day.
New River Tour May Teach You Something About Pittsburgh
Rivers of Steel’s “Explorer” journeys through Pittsburgh’s innovation history while traveling along the three rivers.
Something Fishy is Happening in Highland Park
Pittsburgh now has a place where urban anglers can relax and reel in some catfish.
Locally Made App For Domestic Abuse Victims Gets an Update
New features were introduced to RUSafe in order to better assist those at risk.
The Story Behind Those Colorful Globes Downtown
The “Cool Globes: Hot Ideas for a Cooler Planet” art exhibit wants passersby to consider the effects of climate change.
Crime in the South Side Has Fallen Dramatically
Illegal activity plunged along East Carson Street following several new security measures.
Pittsburgh Might Mow Your Lawn for Free
The city is launching a free grass cutting service for the elderly, disabled and veterans.
Influx of Red, White and Blue Coming to City of Black and Gold
The National Flag Foundation is bringing the Star Spangled Banner’s history and colors to the Koppers Building –– and on some nights, it will be visible for miles.
Renting in Pittsburgh? You're Getting a Great Deal
The Steel City ranks first in Zillow’s 10 Most Affordable Markets for Renters list.
Burn Notice: Pittsburgh's Traffic Ticket Hot Spots
Traffic citations by Pittsburgh police are up 40 percent since last year.
Reading, Writing and Arithmetic in the Great Outdoors
Linton Middle School’s newest classroom in Penn Hills doesn’t have a ceiling or a chalkboard — what it does have is a pond and an open pavilion.
What's Wrong with the Fountain at the Point?
The iconic fountain is undergoing repairs after a particularly tough flood season.
The Cathedral of Learning is Getting a New Nationality Room
The Philippines Room is expected to be open for tours and classes by early fall.
A Lifetime of Mister Rogers Isn’t Enough for this Pittsburgher
Laurel Scholnick spent hours watching “Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood” as a child and then again as an adult, cataloging the final episodes of the iconic Pittsburgh-based children’s show.
Find Out How You Could Save the 10th Street Geese
Tim Kaulen painted “10th Street Geese” on the 10th Street Bridge more than two decades ago. He’s trying to make sure it stays there.
A New App Aims to Keep Pittsburgh Boaters Safer
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ new digital device provides information on navigation, water levels and more.
Pittsburgh’s First-Ever Edible Trail Is Open to Visitors
After three years of planning, construction and planting, O’Hara Township has opened the tastiest new path in Woodland Park.
5 Essential Ways to Prepare for the Three Rivers Arts Festival
One of Pittsburgh’s most popular events of the summer is about to begin. Make sure you’re ready for 10 days of revelry.
On the Market: Iconic Oakmont Bookstore is for Sale
Can you deduce who will be the next proprietor of the Mystery Lovers Book Shop?
Electric Scooter Rideshare Launching in Pittsburgh
Scoobi will offer an eco-friendly alternative to cars and a speedier alternative to bikes beginning in June.
Is Kennywood's Phantom’s Revenge Best Coaster in USA?
The fastest amusement park ride in Pennsylvania is currently in the running for best roller coaster — and it’s gained plenty of speed.
Pittsburgh Teen Chess Phenom to Host Her First-Ever Tourney
Chess enthusiast Ashley Lynn Priore hopes to enrich the Steel City’s involvement in one of the most classic and challenging of board games.
