Pittsburgh
Morning News
Tuesday, January 27th, 2026
Good morning, Pittsburgh. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 27th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ In North Hills, residents are still recovering from Sunday's heavy snowfall, which brought 11.2 inches and broke previous records. North Hills School District canceled all programs on Monday, while public works crews in Ross and West View are clearing roads and advising residents to limit travel and help vulnerable neighbors. The Tribune-Review
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Zac Brown Band will perform at PPG Paints Arena on Aug. 13 with Old Crow Medicine Show opening. Artist presale tickets go on sale Wednesday at 10 a.m. (venue tickets go on sale Thursday at noon and regular tickets on sale Friday). WPXI
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On Sunday, as the storm dropped 10.2 inches of snow, Pitt students in Oakland used sleds, car bumpers, and cardboard to create improvised rides on snow-covered streets and slopes near Schenley Park. The University canceled Monday classes with only essential personnel reporting to campus (ENS alert). The Pitt News
- ➤ New Kensington-Arnold officials are proposing to phase out the high school French program and build an in-house ESL service as enrollment in English learners grows and costs need to be cut. The board will vote on the plan at 7 p.m. Feb. 3 at Valley High School boardroom (703 Stevenson Blvd.). The Tribune-Review
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Washington County residents have begun cleaning up after Sunday's snowstorm as Raymond Penland (whose Greene County home suffered burst pipes) helped clear pathways for hotel guests while public safety director Gerald Coleman said closed county offices kept people off the roads on Monday. WTAE
- ➤ After a record-setting snowfall on Jan. 26, Pittsburgh crews worked to keep roads clear while Action News 4 photojournalist Brian Caldwell captured a drone video showing the city blanketed in snow. WTAE
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Westmoreland County crews continue clearing roads after heavy snow fell Sunday into Monday, and officials confirm major routes are open while neighbors remain patient despite some local streets still blocked. Crews have made multiple passes (up to 18 per route) as cleanup efforts proceed. WTAE
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Restaurants in Pittsburgh offer hot pot dining to warm cold winter nights. Hong on McKnight Road (the largest hot pot venue) and Top Pot serve communal and individual dining experiences with a range of spicy, savory broths and fresh ingredients. NEXTpittsburgh
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Pittsburgh Penguins winger Bryan Rust will face a hearing to determine discipline for a high hit on Vancouver’s Brock Boeser; the NHL Player Safety Department announced the action on Monday. WPXI
- ➤ The Steelers are sharpening their draft strategy as Coach McCarthy leverages a connection with LSU quarterback Garrett Nussmeier (his father once worked under McCarthy) to help guide scouting ahead of the upcoming NFL Draft. PennLive
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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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Carter Anderson Live Comedy
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Sunken Bus Studios — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of laughs with comedian Carter Anderson from New York.
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Dropkick Murphys Concert
7-8 p.m. — Stage AE — VIP packages available — Experience a lively night of music with Dropkick Murphys as they celebrate St. Patrick's Day early.
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