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‘The Pitt’ finale brings relief — and karaoke — but not resolution
Editor’s note: This article contains spoilers for the second season finale of “The Pitt.” It never seemed likely the second season of “The Pitt” would end with the day shift knocking back beers together in Allegheny Commons Park. But as the credits to “9:00 P.M.” roll (and even after them,...
Here are 5 things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend: April 17-19
It’s the final moment of calm before the storm. As we anticipate the NFL Draft descending upon our city next week, Pittsburghers tend to fall into two camps: those excited to head to the North Shore to party, or those ready to stock up on groceries and stay in the...
Here are some places to dine in the North Hills during NFL Draft
North of Pittsburgh lies an array of restaurants for NFL Draft visitors seeking a break from the crowds. The North Hills suburbs include Ross, Shaler, McCandless, Pine and Hampton. Within these areas are a wide variety of cuisines, from Thai joints to Italian establishments. Here is a selection: Barrel Junction...
Here are 5 things to do in Westmoreland this weekend: April 17-19
The NFL Draft will rock the region next weekend, so this is the weekend to get out and about to enjoy the calm before the storm. Here are a few things you can do around Westmoreland County. ArtsWalk 2026 Experience the artistic offerings of Greensburg with ArtsWalk this Saturday. The...
TV Talk: ‘The Pitt’ to film in Pittsburgh again in November
After Thursday’s season finale, fans of “The Pitt” aren’t wrong to wonder: Did Dr. Robby (Noah Wyle) make any emotional progress in Season 2? “The Pitt” showrunner R. Scott Gemmill doesn’t think he did. “That’s part of his problem: He’s very good at giving advice, not very good at taking...
Pop star Meghan Trainor cancels upcoming tour, including PPG Paints Arena stop
She may be “All About That Bass,” but pop star Meghan Trainor isn’t all about her summer tour anymore. She announced Thursday that her national “Get In Girl Tour,” set to open in June, has been canceled. That means no July 11 concert at PPG Paints Arena. “After a lot...
Could more cattle cause record beef prices to drop? Ranchers say it’s not that simpleVideo
MANDAN, N.D. — It’s never been so expensive for Americans to buy a steak or hamburger, but cutting those costs requires ranchers like Stephanie Hatzenbuhler to raise more cattle — and that’s not an easy ask. For a host of reasons, Hatzenbuhler and other ranchers across the country are reluctant...
Did Pete Hegseth cite Scripture or a line from ‘Pulp Fiction’?
After Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said a prayer during a Pentagon worship service Wednesday, viewers questioned whether the lines came from the Bible — or from the Quentin Tarantino movie “Pulp Fiction.” Hegseth’s prayer has drawn scrutiny and attention on social media. Christopher Hale, editor of the popular Letters from...
‘Out of many, one,’ says a U.S. national motto. What does that push for unity mean today?
NEW YORK — The aspirations cut a wide swath through American history since 1776 — from the “All men are created equal” of the Declaration of Independence and the “We the people” of the Constitution, to the “indivisible, with liberty and justice for all” of the Pledge of Allegiance. One...
Gov. Josh Shapiro, Pat McAfee wager on Penguins-Flyers playoff series
The impending NHL hockey playoff series between the Pittsburgh Penguins and Philadelphia Flyers has even the state’s governor getting in on the action. Though he represents all of Pennsylvania, Gov. Josh Shapiro says he is decidedly a Philadelphia fan when it comes to sports. Shapiro made a friendly wager with...
Gatorade, inventor of the sports drink, is getting a rebrand targeting non-athletes
Sixty years after it invented sports drinks, Gatorade is making a surprising pivot: It’s no longer focusing primarily on athletes. PepsiCo, Gatorade’s parent company, said Thursday that the brand wants to broaden its reach to non-athletes who are looking for ways to hydrate, whether they’re on a long flight, going...
TV Talk: Netflix’s ‘Beef’ back with more intimate conflict
Trib Total Media TV writer Rob Owen offers a viewing tip for the coming week. In its first season, Netflix’s “Beef” dealt with the everyday conflict of one driver who cuts off another, although in the series, the antagonism that follows escalates precipitously. Season two, now streaming on Netflix, explores...
Hempfield grad Luke Zajdel plays PPG Paints Arena as Walker Montgomery’s drummer, calls it a ‘bucket list’ momentVideo
It had been a long time since Luke Zajdel felt as nervous as he did before performing on March 6. But this just wasn’t any concert for the 2018 Hempfield Area High school graduate. This was a hometown show — at PPG Paints Arena, no less, where he’d seen his...
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...
412 Food Rescue to host dinner with leftover NFL Draft food
Amid the extensive NFL Draft planning process, 412 Food Rescue has been planning an event of its own — utilizing uneaten food from the draft to host a dinner. 412 Food Rescue said it’s coordinating with event organizers to collect good food that’s uneaten and transport it to nonprofits serving...
F&F Pizzeria in Mt. Lebanon introduces spring spritz menu featuring olive oil cocktail
When F&F Pizzeria opened in Mt. Lebanon six months ago, its famed slices and Italian fare made a splash with their fresh ingredients and artisanal style. The Brooklyn-based pizzeria boasts a 72-hour fermented sourdough crust, and even has its own brand of olive oil produced and cold-pressed in Sicily. The...
Why many Americans are turning to AI for health advice, according to recent polls
NEW YORK — When Tiffany Davis has a question about a symptom from the weight-loss injections she’s taking, she doesn’t call her doctor. She pulls out her phone and consults ChatGPT. “I’ll just basically let ChatGPT know my status, how I’m feeling,” said the 42-year-old in Mesquite, Texas. “I use...
Review: It may be corny, but ‘Shucked’ is a down-home good time at the Benedum Center
Yes, it’s a musical about corn. Obviously, it’s not just about corn; “Shucked” is a modern show with a lot of old-fashioned sensibilities, from its farcical rom-com plot to its folksy score. And it’s also perfect for popping a few kernels, turning off your brain and having a soul-nourishing night...
Editorial: Who is John Fetterman really?
There always have been elected officials whose appeal defies their demographics. Former U.S. Sen. Joe Manchin spent years as the token Democrat in deep-red West Virginia. Democrat Camille “Bud” George was the godfather of Central Pennsylvania politics for decades despite swimming in a sea of Republican constituents. Pennsylvania knows this...
Finding love at 13,500 feet: Shaler couple meets, builds relationship through skydivingVideo
Justin Mastermonico was just looking for someone to fall with him. But he found someone who fell for him, too. It was 2020. The world was shut down because of the covid-19 pandemic. Sitting at home and doing nothing, Mastermonico put a post on his Facebook page saying he had...
TV Q&A: Why are weather readings for Pittsburgh taken at the airport?
Q:Why are all weather measurements reported as the official Pittsburgh temperature on local newscasts taken at Pittsburgh International Airport rather than at the confluence of Pittsburgh’s three rivers? — Joseph, via email Rob: Just about anywhere you go in the United States, you’ll find the city’s official temperature highs and...
Raffle winner left stunned after scooping up $1M Picasso with a $117 ticket
PARIS — A Parisian man could not believe his luck on Tuesday when he found out he’d won a Pablo Picasso painting worth $1 million with a $117 raffle ticket. “How do I check that it’s not a hoax?” said Ari Hodara, 58, after organizers called him following the draw...
TV Talk: Stations WPGH/WPNT get new GMVideo
Pittsburgh’s Sinclair Broadcast Group-owned duopoly, WPGH and WPNT, has a new general manager, Tim McCoy, currently GM at Sinclair’s WTOV in Steubenville, Ohio. He’ll now oversee both Pittsburgh stations and Sinclair’s Steubenville outlet. Longtime WPGH/WPNT general manager Rich Cook is out, as his position was eliminated in favor of the...
Bob Dylan returning to Pittsburgh for summer showVideo
Folk legend Bob Dylan is returning to Pittsburgh for an outdoor show this summer. Dylan, who was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1988, will perform on July 12 at Stage AE on Pittsburgh’s North Shore. He’ll be joined by Jimmie Vaughan & the Tilt-A-Whirl Band...
Pittsburgh artists, locally inspired art to be part of NFL Draft
Pittsburgh will be woven into every aspect of the upcoming NFL Draft, which will be held Downtown and on the North Shore from April 23-25. On Tuesday, the NFL announced locally inspired art that will add another dimension to the ‘Burgh representation throughout the event. Two artists with local connections...
