Pittsburgh Morning News Logo Pittsburgh Morning News

Thursday, January 30th, 2025

SHARE

Good morning, Pittsburgh. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 30th of January.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • A Pittsburgh woman is attempting to reunite lost camera photos with their original owners after finding a disposable camera from 2000 under the Roberto Clemente Bridge.  WTAE

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • A 65-year-old Pittsburgh city employee was injured by a shattered toilet at city hall, resulting in minor, non-life-threatening injuries.  PennLive

CRIME NEWS

  • Pittsburgh Police have alerted the public to scam calls falsely claiming to be from their department.  WPXI
  • A Pittsburgh beer store armed robbery saw a delayed police response of over two hours, raising questions about the efficiency of the city's emergency services.  WPXI
  • Giante Hilliard, a 32-year-old from West Mifflin with a prior aggravated assault conviction, was sentenced to 16 years in federal prison for drug and gun charges related to incidents in spring 2023.  The Tribune-Review

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • The Pittsburgh Planning Commission has recommended Mayor Gainey's proposal for inclusionary zoning to promote affordable housing.  CBS Pittsburgh

LIFESTYLE NEWS

  • Altius and Monterey Bay Fish Grotto were recognized as two of OpenTable's 100 most romantic restaurants in the U.S.  CBS Pittsburgh

SPORTS NEWS

  • The Pittsburgh Steelers are considering drafting a quarterback in the 2025 or 2026 NFL Draft, with Alabama's Jalen Milroe being a potential candidate despite concerns about his accuracy and processing.  PennLive
  • The Pittsburgh Steelers' focus on defensive line in the upcoming NFL Draft was evident during their attention to players at the Senior Bowl, continuing a pattern of prioritizing specific positions each year.  PennLive

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Pittsburgh Remodeling Expo 2025

    The Pittsburgh Remodeling Expo offers a comprehensive showcase of home improvement solutions, products, and services over a three-day period at Acrisure Stadium.

    Fri, 1/31/25

    View event
  • Papadosio Live at Thunderbird Café

    Papadosio, an innovative band known for their eclectic fusion of prog rock and livetronica, will perform live, featuring complex harmonies and a unique visual experience.

    Sat, 2/1/25

    View event
  • The Empty Pockets Live Performance

    Chicago-based blues quartet The Empty Pockets will perform at the Hard Rock Cafe Pittsburgh, showcasing their unique sound and rich musical history.

    Sun, 2/2/25

    View event
  • Speed Dating Event for Singles in Their 30s and 40s

    An in-person speed dating event hosted by Pre-Dating that allows singles in their 30s and 40s to meet potential matches at Sunny Jim's Tavern in Pittsburgh.

    Tue, 2/4/25

    View event
  • The Bad Plus Concert at City Winery Pittsburgh

    The Bad Plus, a pioneering jazz band known for their boundary-pushing sound and creative performances, will showcase their new piano-less incarnation featuring guitar and saxophone.

    Thu, 2/6/25

    View event
  • Celebration of Bob Marley's Legacy with Truth & Rites

    A night of reggae music honoring Bob Marley's birthday featuring local band Truth & Rites at the Hard Rock Cafe Pittsburgh.

    Fri, 2/7/25

    View event
  • GCXC and Cancer Bridges Community Run

    This community run/walk celebrates the 25th Anniversary of the Sean T. Smith Memorial Just A Short Run in partnership with Cancer Bridges.

    Sat, 2/8/25

    View event
  • Super Roll Sunday: All Ages Session with PGH SK8

    An all-ages skating event featuring a big screen for the game, a DJ, food from Cold Friends Kitchen, and skates available for rent at Velum Fermentation.

    Sun, 2/9/25

    View event
  • Kenny Peagler - Versatile Piano Performance

    Kenny Peagler, a talented pianist known for his mastery in classical, jazz, and R&B, showcases his musical prowess during a live performance.

    Mon, 2/10/25

    View event
  • Over The Rhine Concert at City Winery Pittsburgh

    Over The Rhine will perform live at City Winery in Pittsburgh, showcasing their acclaimed pop and rock music.

    Tue, 2/11/25

    View event

REAL ESTATE

SUBMIT LISTING

No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.

JOB BOARD

SUBMIT JOB

No new job posts today. You can submit one here.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

SUBMIT

No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.

TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

To find yourself, think for yourself.

Know who said this? Send us an email!

Reveal the author
About Pittsburgh Morning News

Pittsburgh Morning News is a community newsletter sharing current events in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Our mission is to make local news more accessible, highlight extraordinary people across the Pittsburgh community, and support local organizations. If you like Pittsburgh Morning News, you can support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Pittsburgh.

Advertising Opportunities

Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Pittsburgh and across Pennsylvania. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.

Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.

OUR MISSION

Our mission is to make local news more accessible and highlight extraordinary people across the Pittsburgh community.

We help people in Pittsburgh save time finding the news that matters most to them: local news in Pittsburgh, about Pittsburgh, curated especially for you on a daily basis—all for free.

You can unsubscribe at any time.

Subscribe to Pittsburgh Morning News

A free Pittsburgh community newsletter.

Daily local news
We curate the most critical news for the community every day.
No spam
Daily emails, only news! We never sell your data.

© Pittsburgh Morning News. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Questions? Contact us here