Pittsburgh
Morning News
Saturday, January 3rd, 2026
Good morning, Pittsburgh. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 3rd of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On New Year’s Day, Pittsburgh hospitals welcomed the first babies of 2026. UPMC Magee welcomed Hellena at 12:16 a.m. to Fernando and Camila from West View and AHN Forbes Hospital birthed Marina at 12:19 a.m.—the Solis family from Irwin will receive a free year supply of diapers from Western PA Diaper Bank. KDKA
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ After 50 years in business, West Deer's Shop 'n Save is set to close at the end of February, forcing longtime customers to travel further for groceries. The owners will maintain fresh basics until the final day and plan to secure a new tenant for the plaza (ensuring continued service). CBS Pittsburgh
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ A Pennsylvania Lottery raffle ticket worth $50,000 was sold north of Pittsburgh at Tic Toc Food Mart in North Beaver Township. It is one of 97,000 tickets purchased for eight weekly drawings offering prizes from $100 to $1 million & four $1M prizes scheduled ahead. KDKA
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Parkway East work begins Monday as the first phase of this year's project, with single lane closures on weeknights from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. between Edgewood/Swissvale and Churchill (daytime shoulder closures and traffic shifts from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at key ramps will also take place) ahead of a month-long full closure. KDKA
- ➤ On Sunday, Pittsburgh Regional Transit will close the Fifth Avenue outbound bus lane in Oakland — re-routing nine bus routes and eliminating 17 stops as part of its University Line bus-rapid transit project, which will also pave the way for a new two-way bike lane. The Tribune-Review
- ➤ Starting Monday, Jan. 5, three of the four lanes on Liberty Avenue in the Strip District will be closed near 2525 to 2625 for Pittsburgh Water’s valve replacement work (crews will work 24 hours daily for seven working days). Drivers will find detours via 25th, Small, and 30th Streets. WTAE
- ➤ Allegheny County's new Assisted Outpatient Treatment program began on Jan. 1 to offer people with mental illness & substance abuse an outpatient alternative to hospitalization. An advisory committee will meet quarterly to assess the program, which gives families and care providers added options under state law. WPXI
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Braydin Doubt, born weighing one pound (with less than a 1% chance), will leave Children's Hospital after nearly a year as his family celebrates his miraculous progress. He overcame challenges including anemia treatments and a COVID-19 bout and now looks forward to exploring life beyond the hospital. WTAE
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Kenneth Gainwell was named the Steelers’ team MVP by his teammates on Friday. The running back posted 65 catches for 422 yards and 109 rushes for 527 yards — a breakout season that set him apart from other candidates. PennLive
- ➤ Penguins captain Sidney Crosby will represent Team Canada at the 2026 Winter Olympics while Pittsburgh natives Vincent Trocheck and JT Miller join Team USA — the hockey event is set later in Milan-Cortina, Italy. CBS Pittsburgh
- ➤ T.J. Watt, who had surgery for a lung injury, practiced with no limits and will return against the Ravens on Sunday — his comeback gives the Steelers a boost for a playoff push. PennLive
- ➤ Three local hockey players were selected for Team USA in the Winter Olympics in Milano Cortina. New York Rangers forward Vincent Trocheck from Upper Saint Clair, goalie Ava McNaughton from Seven Fields, plus J.T. Miller who played youth hockey here were named to the team. WTAE
- ➤ Pittsburgh Steelers assistant general manager Andy Weidl has been named as a potential general manager candidate, according to NFL insider Albert Breer. The Mt. Lebanon native known for his scouting expertise could soon take on a larger role with the team. PennLive
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Liam Cullagh Standup Comedy Show
7 p.m. — Sunken Bus Studios — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of laughter with standup comedian Liam Cullagh.
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Candlelight: Tribute to Taylor Swift
8:45-10 p.m. — Omni William Penn Hotel — Get your tickets now to discover the music of Taylor Swift in a captivating candlelight setting.
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Liam Cullagh Standup Comedy Show
7-10 p.m. — Sunken Bus Studios — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of laughs with comedian Liam Cullagh, known for his viral sketches and engaging performances.
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Speed Dating for Singles in Pittsburgh
7-9 p.m. — Sunny Jim's Tavern est 1934 — Ticket required — Meet up to 12 potential matches in a friendly and effective speed dating atmosphere.
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Nick Colletti Live Show
7-10 p.m. — Pittsburgh Improv — Tickets available online — Enjoy a night of comedy with Nick Colletti in Homestead.
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Lucas Zelnick Concert
9:30 p.m. - 12:30 a.m. — Bottlerocket Social Hall — Ticket prices vary — Get ready to rock out with Lucas Zelnick for an unforgettable night of music.
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TWSB 2026 Summer Intensive Audition - Pittsburgh
4-6:30 p.m. — Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre — Audition fees apply — Showcase your dance skills for the TWSB Summer Intensive program.
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Najee Live Concert
6-11 p.m. — City Winery Pittsburgh — Check the event page for ticket prices — Experience an evening of Contemporary Jazz with Billboard #1 artist Najee and an all-star lineup.
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Pittsburgh Speed Dating for Singles in Their 50s and 60s
7-9 p.m. — Smiling Moose Brewing — Ticket required — Meet up to 12 potential matches in an exciting, fast-paced dating environment.
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Martha Graham Dance Company Performance
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Byham Theater — Tickets available — Celebrate 100 years of groundbreaking modern dance with the iconic Martha Graham Dance Company.
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