Pittsburgh
Morning News
Monday, January 19th, 2026
Good morning, Pittsburgh. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 19th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Tudi Mechanical Systems will provide new furnaces to 13 local families as part of its Heat for the Needy campaign, planned to ease winter heating costs. The initiative supports households facing high heating bills this season. CBS Pittsburgh
- ➤ Safe Moves for Seniors, founded three and a half years ago by Jill Yesko Diana, helps elderly locals move safely by coordinating free or fee-for-service moves with approved companies—ensuring new housing offers heat and community access. CBS Pittsburgh
- ➤ Orthodox church communities gathered along the Allegheny River yesterday to bless the water, pray for God’s blessings, and mark their annual celebration of Christ’s baptism and purification. The event aimed to spread peace and spiritual renewal throughout the local community. WPXI
- ➤ At Ebenezer Baptist Church, about 100 members from both congregations united to honor Martin Luther King Jr., singing hymns and showing a powerful moment of community unity. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ United will begin daily nonstop flights from Pittsburgh International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport on Mar. 29. The route gives travelers a third West Coast option and boosts the market for business and leisure trips. WPXI
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A retro arcade will open at 32 South First Street in Duquesne, in a former church. The Church Arcade offers over 100 arcade games and 30 pinball machines plus tournaments, craft beers, food trucks and a DJ on Jan. 31-Feb. 1 — a fun opening weekend for gamers. WPXI
- ➤ Community Kitchen Pittsburgh in Hazlewood announced dates for its 2026 guest chef dinner series. The nonprofit will host a set of special dining events soon. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Point Park students are filming a documentary on the Montour Woods Greenway to show how local work preserves key green spaces + connects community members. The project highlights efforts to conserve nature and foster pride in the area. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ An AHN clinic on the North Side launched in fall 2024 — combining transplant hepatology and addiction medicine — to fight liver disease with innovative treatment for patients. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
- ➤ Former patients of the shuttered UPMC methadone center are now relying on the Narcotic Addiction Treatment Program in Wilkinsburg; Jean arrived at 6 a.m. on Nov. 11 and said she found it to be the perfect clinic alternative (highlighting a renewed focus on accessible care). Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Penn-Trafford has locked up a playoff spot in the PIHL Class 2A (11-team classification) and aims to continue its winning streak as upcoming games approach later this season. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
- ➤ The Steelers will interview former Packers head coach Mike McCarthy later this week as part of their search for a new offensive-minded leader — sources report he is among several candidates. McCarthy, a Pittsburgh native with postseason success, previously worked with the team’s GM. WPXI
- ➤ After losing 100-59 to No. 20 Louisville Saturday at the Petersen Events Center, Pitt’s men’s basketball coach Jeff Capel said the team struggled for cohesion as they prepare to face Boston College on Wednesday. The Pitt News
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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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Tell Me Lies – The Fleetwood Mac Experience
8-11 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — $25.84 to $43.32 — Experience the timeless hits of Fleetwood Mac performed with authenticity and energy by Tell Me Lies.
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Ultimate Sport Show - Pittsburgh 2026
11 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Monroeville Convention Center — Admission price varies — Explore the latest in outdoor gear and experience unique attractions at this premier sports exhibition.
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The Regal Sweet
7-11 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — $20.17 — Enjoy an evening of live music with Guitar Zack and The Ragged Co. at this vibrant venue.
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Ottawa Senators at Pittsburgh Penguins
7-9 p.m. — PPG Paints Arena — $39 — Catch the exciting matchup as the Penguins take on their rival Senators in a thrilling hockey showdown.
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Pittsburgh Speed Dating for Singles Age 20s/30s
7-9 p.m. — Sunny Jim's Tavern — Check the ticket price — Meet up to 12 potential matches in a fun and exciting speed dating setting.
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Gautier Capuçon with Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Heinz Hall for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of exquisite chamber music with world-class cellist Gautier Capuçon and Pittsburgh Symphony musicians.
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Speed Dating for Singles in Their 30s and 40s
7-9 p.m. — Smiling Moose Brewing — Ticket required — Meet up to 12 potential matches in a fun and friendly atmosphere.
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