Author: Naomi Girson
2025 40 Under 40 Honoree: Katrina Holdren
"There's good and there's bad but when you have a passion for what you do, it makes it easier to get through rough days, rough times and more stressful times."
2025 40 Under 40 Honoree: Jimyse Lyn Brown (33)
"There's always a way with the right people, with the right education, with the right support — and going into it with an open mind and with a genuine heart."
2025 40 Under 40 Honoree: Kelsey Ripper (39)
"I really love Pittsburgh, and think there's so much value here, and I wanted to be a part of rethinking what the future of Pittsburgh would look like, and then actually working to make that a reality."
What’s it Like to Live in a Hotel at College?
Freshmen at both the University of Pittsburgh and Point Park University are having an unusual first year.
Will Your Cup of Joe Become a Luxury Item in Pittsburgh?
Independent coffee shops face tough decisions on how to handle rising coffee prices.
A Baker’s Dozen of New Humboldt Penguins Arrives at the Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium
The new species originates from South America and comes at a time when all of the zoo's penguins recently moved to Kids Kingdom.
Trace Your Blue Collar Roots in Heinz History Center Series
The first workshop on Aug. 12 will look at steelworkers.
Admired Collage Artist Raymond Saunders Dies at Age 90
The death of this Pittsburgh-born Black artist — who considered himself an American artist first — came just six days after his major exhibit closed at the Carnegie Museum of Art.
George Was Here: The Site of an Infamous Moment in Washington’s Life Has Been Found
Historians and researchers at Fort Ligonier believe they have pinpointed the location of a “friendly fire” incident.
Compass Point Coffee in Millvale aims to ‘be kind to their fellow traveler’
New coffee shop roasts its own beans, sells subscriptions and offers 'roast nights.'
New Kits Welcome Residents to Downtown Pittsburgh
The Downtown Neighbors Alliance will start delivering welcome baskets to get new residents engaged with the Golden Triangle.
Enson Market Opens in Pittsburgh as a ‘Go-To Destination For Global Flavors’
Rockwell Park also adds the city's second location of Ineffable Ca Phe, a Vietnamese cafe.
It’s a Horse. It’s a Bull. No, It’s a Mechanical Pickle!
Taking a ride on a mechanical pickle is a new attraction coming to Picklesburgh on July 11-13.
6 Places in Pittsburgh for Ice Cream and Cold Desserts
Two interns scout out some of our old favorites and some newish spots around the Steel City.
Fiberart International Kicks Off at Contemporary Craft, Brew House Arts
The show, opening on June 20, comes at a time when Contemporary Craft has established a major endowment for continuing support.
The Furries Are Returning to Pittsburgh
A record number is expected to attend the July 3-6 Anthrocon, which will host two events for the public Downtown.
New Pittsburgh Pedestrian Bridge Opens Between Brighton Heights and Riverview Park
Reaching the park on the Davis Avenue Bridge will now take 5 minutes instead of a 35-minute, circuitous walk.
Renting Your Home to U.S. Open Fans Is Not as Easy as It Looks
Even with some rentals, Oakmont leaders are working hard to better connect fans with many of the destinations in the borough during this tournament.
