On Mother’s Day, moms get a free sandwich at Primanti Bros.
Primanti Bros. is honoring moms with a special Mother’s Day free sandwich deal, using the honor system. On Sunday, all Primanti Bros. locations will be giving out a free classic sandwich to any and all moms who spend at least $10 dining at the restaurant. The classic sandwich includes a...
Immigration judge approves bond for detained Carnegie father, feds appeal
A Carnegie resident and new father, who has been in federal immigration custody since January, was granted a $15,000 bond in immigration court Wednesday. Immigration Court Judge Tamar Wilson ruled that Luis Gilberto Loja Mayancela, a 24-year-old Ecuadorian native, is not a flight risk and could return home to his...
Building the Valley: Historic building serves as Vandergrift community gathering center
An almost century-old Vandergrift building that once served youth sports groups has been transformed into a community event space, breathing fresh life into a structure long tied to the borough’s history. Venue at 413, located on Linden Street, opened in January as a two-story rental venue. It already has hosted...
Fiber cuts leave Verizon customers in SOS mode
Verizon customers across Western Pennsylvania were left without cell service Tuesday, sparking hours of frustration and a flood of complaints online. Verizon Communications Inc. confirmed the outage was caused by fiber cuts that disrupted wireless service across the region, according to a statement sent to TribLive. As the outage stretched...
Pittsburgh’s 3 major sports teams promote Greater Pittsburgh Food Bank fundraiser
Meghan Phrampus wants to raise $5,000. To do this, Phrampus — a 23-year-old North Hills resident and Pittsburgh sports social media influencer — plans to walk 30 miles in 30 days. If her fundraising efforts are successful, Phrampus’ steps will help feed 30,000 people. Phrampus’ campaign is part of the...
Endangered mussels disappearing beneath Western Pennsylvania rivers
Beneath the surface of the Allegheny River, some of the region’s most endangered creatures are quietly disappearing. Freshwater mussels — small, often overlooked creatures buried in the riverbed — are in steep decline across Western Pennsylvania, according to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. While largely unseen, the species are...
Upper St. Clair schools hit by national hoax threat
Upper St. Clair School District parents were alerted on Monday that a general threat made against the district was a part of a national hoax. The school sent out an email stating that school district officials learned of the incident in the morning. Local and federal law enforcement agencies verified...
Carnegie man in ICE custody granted bond hearing by judge
A U.S. District judge has ruled that an Ecuadorian immigrant and Carnegie resident arrested in January is entitled to a bond hearing in immigration court. Luis Gilberto Loja Mayancela, 24, was detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement while on his way to work Jan. 15 despite having protective status...
NFL Draft road closures to continue into first full week of May
More NFL Draft-related road closures will continue through midweek as crews dismantle event infrastructure across Pittsburgh’s North Shore. On Friday, Visit Pittsburgh, the city’s tourism agency, announced six North Shore roads will remain closed from Saturday through Wednesday. Pittsburgh set an all-time NFL Draft attendance record last week, drawing 805,000...
Kamin Science Center to unveil climate change exhibit
The Kamin Science Center is reopening its doors following the NFL Draft and unveiling its first exhibit as part of the Rapid Science Engagement Initiative, designed to get people talking about science topics that tend to be considered more controversial. On Saturday, guests will get their first look at the...
Deluzio questions ICE arrest of Carnegie man
The detention of a Carnegie man by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has prompted a local congressman to demand answers about why he was arrested despite holding protective status and having no prior criminal record. U.S. Rep. Chris Deluzio, D-Fox Chapel, posted on social media about the ICE arrest of...
Intermittent stoppages on Route 28 starting for wrong-way detection testing
Intermittent stoppages along various Route 28 ramps in Allegheny County will begin this week for wrong-way detection testing. PennDOT said stoppages spanning about 15 minutes will take place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Wednesday and Thursday while the testing takes place. Wrong-way detection systems use radar and cameras...
NFL Draft food recovery effort exceeds 30,000 pounds
More than 30,000 pounds of NFL Draft leftovers have been rescued by nonprofit 412 Food Rescue, which scoops up fresh surplus food and redirects it to people who need it most. Josh Weiland, 412 Food Rescue’s vice president of operations, said even more food is expected to be recovered in...
Rising credit card fees prompt businesses to explore new payment methodsVideo
For the decade that Dana Jones has run NailChic in Dormont, she has been happy to let customers pay by credit card. But rising fees over the past two years have pushed her to make changes: She launched a loyalty program rewarding customers who pay via Venmo, Zelle or Cash...
Football card enthusiasts gather for Topps event at NFL Draft
Within the first 10 minutes of opening its doors Saturday, the Topps Collectors Celebration Day at the NFL Draft had fans already pressing tightly against the barricades near the Topps card-opening stage inside Acrisure Stadium. It wasn’t long until the crowd had completely flooded the area, throwing themselves at the...
Enthusiasm continues for 2nd day of NFL Draft in Pittsburgh
Crowds lined both sides of the Allegheny River on the second day of the NFL Draft Experience, as fans poured into Point State Park shortly after the gates opened, filling the riverfront with a steady buzz and early arrivals. While Point State Park grew crowded within the first hour Friday,...
Point State Park becomes hub of excitement with NFL Draft festivities
Day One of the NFL Draft Experience turned Point State Park into a steady hum of heat, excitement and hometown pride, as football fans packed in for a sun-soaked event marked by long lines, heavy sunscreen and high anticipation for what the next era of football might bring. Despite temperatures...
BikePGH offers another way to navigate the NFL Draft
With the NFL Draft approaching, Pittsburghers and out-of-towners are mapping out travel routes to attend the events. With large crowds expected as people try to avoid bumper-to-bumper traffic, BikePGH is providing a guide to navigating Pittsburgh by bike. “The best way to experience this major event is by bike, as...
Local experts say consumers and small businesses might not benefit from new tariff refund portal
The federal government is giving companies the opportunity to file claims for tariff refunds, following the Supreme Court’s Feb. 20 ruling that President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs were unconstitutional. On Monday, the government launched the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries’ (CAPE) new tariff refund portal. But local trade and...
Unruly teen behavior put on notice as NFL Draft approaches
Pittsburgh Public Safety officials on Monday said they welcomed juveniles interested in participating in NFL Draft festivities this week – but warned them to do so responsibly. A month after dozens of juveniles were involved in a fight in Market Square, city officials — in conjunction with Pittsburgh Public Schools...
Where to eat on the South Side during the 2026 NFL Draft
Tourists visiting Pittsburgh for the 2026 NFL Draft, and seeking to avoid the North Shore crowds by staying in Pittsburgh’s historic South Side, have plenty of walkable dining options in the neighborhood. East Carson Street — known as one of the nation’s longest Victorian-era main streets — is lined with...
Allegheny County Area Agency on Aging cuts back as budget falls short
Allegheny County’s Area Agency on Aging is facing a projected shortfall of more than $5 million in its roughly $50 million budget — a gap officials say will mean longer wait times, new service limits and reduced access for older adults seeking help. On Friday, officials said the agency, part...
Pittsburgh rental market underwhelms as NFL Draft nearsVideo
With one week before thousands of people descend on Pittsburgh for the 2026 NFL Draft, some who hoped to cash in by listing rental properties may be disappointed. While most city hotels were fully booked more than a month ago — with a handful of rooms expected to fetch around...
Lights, camera, takeoff: Former Pittsburgh airport terminal rebranded as film set
The Pittsburgh Film Office is rebranding Pittsburgh International Airport’s former landside terminal as a filming location for television and movies. A website promoting the “Terminal P” initiative on Wednesday included video statements from local officials supporting the move, including Gov. Josh Shapiro. “With 440,000 square feet of space, three stories...
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette announces sale to nonprofit media group
An eleventh-hour buyer for the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette emerged Tuesday, two weeks before its planned shutdown, but the prospective owners signaled that the surviving operation will be smaller and staff cuts could be expected. The buyer — nonprofit Venetoulis Institute for Local Journalism, owner of The Baltimore Banner — said it...
