Pittsburgh
Morning News
Monday, January 5th, 2026
Good morning, Pittsburgh. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 5th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Whitehall man A.J. Owen, who started a food pantry after a theft forced the community to rally, was surprised on Sunday with Super Bowl tickets by Steelers defensive end Yahya Black & his wife to thank him for fighting hunger. WPXI
- ➤ Local Girl Scouts will begin taking cookie orders on Jan. 6 as they kick off cookie season with the new Explorer More cookie. Leaders say the event builds business skills and creates lasting friendships (a key experience for young entrepreneurs). WTAE
- ➤ In Whitehall, AJ Owen—who started a free front yard food pantry with his sons—was thanked by Steelers defensive end Yahya Black on Sunday with Super Bowl tickets for his efforts to aid local families facing food challenges. WTAE
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Local solar installers are pivoting after a busy period in late December when many rushed to claim a residential tax credit that ended — they plan to adjust their services to match evolving local demand. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A retrospective piece recounts 25 years of local milestones from Pittsburgh’s smooth transition into 2000 to cultural highlights like the opening of PNC Park and the Lawrence Convention Center, along with civic projects that reshaped public spaces and spurred local pride (capturing the city’s evolving spirit). Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ PennDOT began a $5 million project in March to fund 57 traffic signals, including one near Allegheny General Hospital on the North Side (the project aims to reduce congestion along North Avenue near Allegheny Commons Park). Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
- ➤ Today, three of four lanes on Liberty Avenue in the Strip District will be closed for at least a week — Pittsburgh Water is replacing a large section of aging piping to update service. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Local rescue worker Jackie Armour reviewed dozens of pet adoption applications last December as interest surged, and a red flag was noted that may lead to tighter screening measures. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Coach Mike Tomlin is readying his Steelers as the team's run defense allowed the fewest NFL rushing yards over the past three weeks (Carter's critiques highlight the need to face key parts of the Ravens' rushing attack in the next game). Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
- ➤ Penguins coach Dan Muse praised forward Yegor Chinakhov ahead of his Columbus return after an impressive practice today. The young player is expected to boost the team in upcoming contests. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
- ➤ Steelers beat writer Brian Batko says King Henry is a key factor in the team’s upcoming must-win Week 18 rematch with the Baltimore Ravens, outlining strategies that could shape the game in Pittsburgh. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
- ➤ The Steelers will host the Houston Texans in the AFC Wild Card Round on Monday at 8 p.m.—a playoff matchup that may lead to a short week before the divisional round. PennLive
- ➤ The Pittsburgh Steelers may clinch the AFC North this Sunday as they face the Ravens in a decisive game (the teams have met 65 times with the Steelers leading 36-28). WPXI
- ➤ Paul Shapiro, a lifelong Steelers fan from Squirrel Hill now in Connecticut, continued his tradition Sunday by draping a Terrible Towel on former Mayor Richard Caliguiri's statue outside City-County Building ahead of the AFC North title game against the Ravens. WPXI
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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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