Author: Virginia Linn
2022 40 Under 40 Honoree: Yuanyou Sunny Yang
“It adds value to the business, to the community, to the organization to have a different perspective and share where you come from.”
What Should Be Done About the Lack of Public Restrooms in Downtown Pittsburgh?
A public forum will be held Oct. 6 to get public input on an issue affecting tourism and quality of life.
WQED Head Steps Down, Citing Health Issues
Deborah L. Acklin led the nonprofit through 12 tumultuous years.
After Just Five Months, Square One is Saying Goodbye to Regent Square
The Square Cafe concept is leaving the neighborhood to join the flagship location in East Liberty.
City of Asylum Determined to “Defend the Values” Author Salman Rushdie Has Championed
The co-founder of the North Side nonprofit was also injured when a man stormed the stage with a knife and stabbed Rushdie, who was about to give a lecture at the Chautauqua Institution in New York.
Why ‘Hollywood on the Mon’ Is Still Thriving
It’s not only the tax credits, number of local skilled crew workers, topography and architecture that draw movie companies here.
My Best Of The Burgh: Roland Ford
This well-known septuagenarian is often spotted leading line dancing all over town.
Best Pittsburgh Steps Worth the Trek
The city has more than 800 public staircases — the most of any city in the United States, according to a recent City of Pittsburgh assessment. These 45,000 individual steps connect streets, they connect neighborhoods, and they are the primary route for many to get from one point to another through our hilly landscape.
It’s Time to Get Out and Explore
Meet the South Oakland couple who spent all of 2021 walking through all 90 Pittsburgh neighborhoods with their goldendoodle Chewie.
10 People Escape Serious Injury in Forbes Avenue Bridge Collapse
The bridge carrying Forbes Avenue over Fern Hollow Creek gave way an hour before sunrise, sending a Port Authority bus and several other vehicles into the ravine below.
Why Pittsburgh’s New Airport Will Be the Right Size for the Future
When the new terminal at Pittsburgh International opens in 2025, it will be the smaller than the original - for good reason.
Watch the Excellence in Nursing Virtual Celebration
Pittsburgh Magazine and our partners honor the hometown heroes making a difference in regional health care.
Dr. Freddie Fu Was An Inspiration for Us All
Everyone in Pittsburgh has a Freddie Fu story, including my oldest daughter.
My Love Letter to Pittsburgh
We have found 21 things to love about Pittsburgh right now – what would you add to our list?
21 Reasons to Love Pittsburgh Right Now
As 2021 draws to a close, here are 21 reasons — new, expanded, revived or revitalized — to love the city, right now.
Our Big-Hearted Neighbors
In our November issue, present our 40 Under 40 honorees and spotlight nonprofits that help veterans navigate back into society.
2021 40 Under 40 Honoree: Chancelor Humphrey
“I want to capture the diversity of Pittsburgh through my eyes.”
2021 40 Under 40 Honorees: Taylor Stessney and Kacy McGill
“Our role is making sure workers feel supported, making sure they have a voice in the workplace.”
2021 40 Under 40 Honoree: Abraxis T. Blackwell
“Things that tear a lot of people down actually built me up.”
