Author: Virginia Linn
Three Rivers Arts Festival Will Last Only 4 Days in 2025
Downtown construction to create a permanent festival space in the Cultural District will limit this year's event.
Official Training Begins for the Pittsburgh Marathon
More than 40,000 people are expected to participate in the marathon weekend events on May 2-4.
Convive Coffee Will Open at Pittsburgh International Airport
It's the latest Pittsburgh-based business to join the concessions opening at PIT.
August Wilson Finally Receives a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame
His widow will accept the posthumous award for the Pittsburgh-born playwright at the ceremony on Tuesday, Jan. 7.
It’s Time to Nominate Names for the New Pittsburgh Walk of Fame
Nominations will be taken through January, with plans to induct the inaugural 10-member class this fall.
Get 7 Cancer Screenings at One Time at AHN Locations in 2025
As part of your New Year’s resolutions, here are ways to improve your health.
Three New Laws Aim to Make Pennsylvanians Healthier in 2025
They provide improved compensation for first-responders experiencing PTSI and expanded coverage for doula services and biomarker testing.
Christmas Is over. Here’s How to Recycle Your Tree in Pittsburgh
The City and Allegheny County have opened collection centers. And the Scouts will provide curbside pickup in select City neighborhoods as a fundraiser.
Survey: Pittsburgh Is One of the Best Places in the U.S. to Celebrate Christmas
WalletHub ranks the Steel City No. 2 for being the most festive and affordable.
Video Gives Early Look at New Roadways to Pittsburgh’s New Airport Terminal
The traffic patterns to the $1.57 billion new terminal will be a similar — but larger — horseshoe shape.
American, Breeze Airways to Offer Nonstop Flights from Pittsburgh to LA
American begins daily nonstops on April 4. Breeze starts service on March 12, with flights increasing to five days a week by summer.
3 Things David Johnson Will Be Able to Do When He Retires
He’s been a nighttime fixture on WPXI-TV for 35 years and was part of the longest-running anchor team in Pittsburgh TV history.
Point State Park Is Getting Spiffed Up for the 2026 NFL Draft
Gov. Josh Shapiro announces $3.4 million to prepare the park for hundreds of thousands of fans expected in Pittsburgh.
Wanted: Snow Angels to Assist Pittsburghers With Clearing That White Stuff
There are usually more people in need for the annual program than there are volunteers to help.
Trailer Drops for Pittsburgh-Set Medical Drama, ‘The Pitt’
The 15-episode show on MAX begins streaming in January.
Traveling With Thanksgiving Food? Here’s What TSA Allows
TSA expects its largest crowd ever over Thanksgiving — be mindful of what you can carry on to the plane so you don’t slow down security lines.
Pittsburgh Is Getting Its Own Walk of Fame
Who would you select? The public will nominate names in January for the honorary walk that will be established along The Terminal in the Strip District.
Want to Kayak, Fish or Swim in the Rivers? Soon There Will Be More Places for Water Recreation in Allegheny County
Friends of the Riverfront wants to add 22 more access points along the rivers to meet the growing demand for water recreation.
Frick Pittsburgh Longtime Leader Is Tapped as Interim Director
Amanda Dunyak Gillen comes with vast experience at the Point Breeze historical museum that focuses on the life and times of Henry Clay Frick.
Carnegie Music Hall Hits the Right Chord in Pittsburgh Design Awards
The 41st annual AIA contest also honors Second Avenue Commons, Balvanera and Lawrence Hall among top architecture winners.
How Pennsylvania Voted in the 2024 General Election
Here's a breakdown of Pennsylvania's key stats and figures from the U.S. General Election as of Wednesday morning.
SpaceX Rocket Carries Science Experiment Designed in Pittsburgh
Three Community College of Allegheny County students submitted their project to the Student Spaceflight Experiments Program — now it's traveling to the International Space Station.
5 Ways to Cope With Election Day Stress in Pittsburgh
From forest bathing, to prayer services to watching funny videos, here are a few suggestions.
Gov. Shapiro Announces Grants to Spur $600 Million Investment to Revitalize Downtown
The state commits $62.6 million that will jump-start conversion of seven buildings into housing and other improvements in the Golden Triangle.
Diwali Is a New Official Pennsylvania State Holiday
The new designation doesn't require the closing of schools or government offices, but it does acknowledge the cultural significance of this five-day celebration that starts on Oct. 29 this year.
Lonely Planet Ranks Pittsburgh as a Top 10 Must-Visit City in the World
It’s the only U.S. city on its annual list for 2025, which also rates top countries and regions.
2024 40 Under 40 Honoree: Bridget Barrett (39)
"There’s so many amazing organizations and people in Pittsburgh doing amazing things, but if you don’t have anybody who knows who they are and how to find them, then people just get lost in the shuffle."
2024 40 Under 40 Honoree: Joslyne Counselman (32)
"I enjoy finding efficiencies in my life where I can blend something that’s really exciting and gives me joy and motivation for impact."
2024 40 Under 40 Honoree: Meesha Gerhart (38)
"The more we invest in women entrepreneurs, the better our overall economy will be."
2024 40 Under 40 Honoree: Channing L. Moreland (37)
"Mental health is important at every stage of one’s development, and it’s something that I didn’t get chances to talk about as a child."
2024 40 Under 40 Honoree: Haiyi Zhu (37)
"As an immigrant, I feel the city of Pittsburgh has been always very supportive, especially Carnegie Mellon University, which is extremely welcoming."
Rehabilitation of the Charles Anderson Bridge Is About to Begin
Closed since February 2023 after being deemed unsafe, the 84-year-old bridge is a vital artery between Oakland and Pittsburgh's East End and Eastern suburbs.
6 Things to Know About Pitt’s New Athletic Director Allen Greene
The University of Pittsburgh hires a new athletic director from the University of Tennessee who brings a wealth of experience from other appointments.
New Bouldering Area, Pump Track Opens in Boyce Park
Allegheny County cuts the ribbon on what it calls one of the largest outdoor public climbing facilities in the country.
The Frick Pittsburgh Searches for New Executive Director
Elizabeth Barker, who oversaw the most attended exhibit in the museum’s history, has departed.
More Public Bathrooms May Be Installed in Downtown Pittsburgh
City Council moves to expand the program with federal COVID-19 relief funds.
Pittsburgh’s Eradicate Hate Global Summit Comes Amid Growing Political Violence, World Conflicts
The fourth-annual event on Oct. 21-23 brings in shooting victim Gabby Giffords as keynote speaker.
Pittsburgh Zoo Seeks Total Reinvention in 20-Year Master Plan
It calls for more space for the animals, 'top-notch' facilities, new animals and 'wow' moments.
Point Park University Unveils Proposed Events Center, Imagines New Downtown
A new report by the Urban Land Institute outlines ways that the university can become a catalyst for Downtown's next renaissance.
AI Innovator Nvidia to Team With the Pittsburgh Robotics Network and Local Universities
The announcement includes the establishment of joint technology centers at Carnegie Mellon University and the University of Pittsburgh.
Downtown Pittsburgh Mourns the Loss of Popular Boutique Owner
Boutique La Passerelle is closing after 14 years after the unexpected death of Adele Morelli.
Will Kennywood’s Steel Curtain Be Ready to Open in 2025?
The West Mifflin amusement park provides an update on progress of the roller coaster's 'extensive modification project.'
Presley’s Place Brings Calm to a Busy Pittsburgh International Airport
The sensory room in Concourse A marks five years at PIT and serves as a model for other airports, hospitals and civic organizations.
More Low-Income, Affordable Housing Is Coming to Pittsburgh’s Uptown
Uptown Flats — developed by Bethlehem Haven and ACTION-Housing — aims to support low-income residents in a holistic way.
Pittsburgh Architecture Week Celebrates the City’s Diverse Range of Buildings
The third annual Architecture Week is packed with activities and a contest to choose the public's favorite local design projects.
Icelandair Expands Nonstop Service to Iceland from Pittsburgh International Airport
The airline in 2025 will start nonstop flights out of PIT a month earlier than it did this year.
