Hot Reads
Meet the People Working to Preserve Pittsburgh
As Pittsburgh has grown and developed, new buildings have emerged throughout the city. But we haven’t ignored our past or demolished it entirely. Meet the visionaries who have argued that historic preservation does not impede progress.
Byron Stripling Pops the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra
A trumpet virtuoso who has played with jazz legends the likes of Dizzy Gillespie, Lionel Hampton and Doc Severinsen, as well as a lead actor in a Broadway musical, Stripling is not your typical conductor.
Farming is Not a Golfer's Typical Day Job
Nothing about pro golfer Rachel Rohanna’s career has been simple — and that’s even before a global pandemic hit.
How Scratch & Co. Is Embracing Flexibility
Owner Don Mahaney is navigating the COVID-19 pandemic by putting the health of his workers first.
Here are the Winners of the 2020 Readers' Choice Awards
From architects to builders, interior designers to landscape visionaries, everyone has favorite resources when it’s time to renovate or rebuild.
What Lurks in the All-New ScareHouse?
With a new location (and a COVID-19 safety plan), the ScareHouse is open for thrillseekers
Halloween Decorations Photo Contest
Think your home has the creepiest or most creative Halloween decorations? Prove it with a picture for a chance at internet fame and a $50 gift card.
This Old Pittsburgh House: It's ‘So Unusual’
A historic row house in Deutschtown preserves the past — and adds kitschy touches.
The Stories Behind Three Amazing Kitchen Transformations
From the modern to the minimalist, three very different local renovations that will inspire you.
How a Former Church Became a Hallowed Home
Remie Ferreira spent three years turning a 165-year-old former church on the South Side into a home with modern amenities, while still retaining its historic character.
How To Plan Your Wedding in No time, or By Taking Your Time
Guidelines for getting hitched in Pittsburgh.
On Campus and All Stressed Out
The pandemic has not only increased the rate of depression among college students, but has also put a strain on collegiate counseling centers. How are Pittsburgh area colleges and universities responding?
They are The Future of Social Justice in Pittsburgh
As Black Pittsburghers mobilized, two young college students emerged as leaders in the social justice movement.
What's It Like Inside Kennywood's New, Old Mill?
Kennywood gave fans their most-requested makeover with help from Pittsburgh's masters of macabre manufacturing.
My Favorite Dishes from a Summer Like No Other
Dining critic Hal B. Klein lists the affordable and portable meals that stood out in a summer of takeout.
Nominate Now: 2020 Excellence in Nursing Awards
Who are you nominating?
The Original Pittsburgh Visitor's Guide
Welcome to Pittsburgh, where history, culture and nature pack the city limits. Consider this the beginner’s version: 30 places to see and things to do that will delight and enlighten newcomers to the city. And if you’re returning to Pittsburgh, there’s probably a few things on this list you’ll want to discover anew.
The Top Dentists in the Pittsburgh Region
414 dentists across 10 specialties. Is your dentist on the list?
Yours and Our Choices for the Best of the Burgh in 2020
Pittsburgh Magazine’s annual Best of the 'Burgh Readers’ Poll recognizes more than a hundred winners across seven categories. Plus, our writers have selected seven outstanding organizations that also overcame extraordinary challenges and are beginning their dramatic comebacks.
Brown Mamas Speak Out on Pittsburgh's Legacy of Racism
Brown Mamas, a collective of African-American women, gives voice to the persistent inequality that burdens Black women in Pittsburgh.
She Performs Root Canals by Day and Body Slams by Night
Britt Baker moved to Pittsburgh to train as both a dentist and a wrestler. Two years after graduating from Pitt, she’s thriving — as both.
Dining at a Distance is Still the Wise Thing to Do
PM Dining Critic Hal B. Klein reflects on four months of dining during the COVID-19 pandemic.
