Pittsburgh
Morning News
Saturday, February 7th, 2026
Good morning, Pittsburgh. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 7th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ United Methodist Church Union in Northview Heights announced plans to rebuild its Kidcelerate building that served over 400 children with tutoring, arts, and meals. Officials said they will break ground this year and plan to open the facility in 2027. WTAE
- ➤ The nonprofit Friends of the Riverfront is expanding the 35-mile Heritage Trail with a 1.2-mile section linking the Duck Hollow trailhead to the historic Carrie Blast Furnaces in Swissvale. Engineering plans and a feasibility study for the new section are expected in the coming months to improve community connection. The Tribune-Review
- ➤ The 18th annual NRG/KDKA Radio Warmathon will help local families with utility assistance amid severe cold (forecasts show lows near 25 below zero); the event runs Thursday, Feb. 12, from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Donations are accepted online via the Dollar Energy Fund. KDKA
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ According to reporting from the Pittsburgh Business Times, the Hoffmann Family of Companies (which recently purchased the Penguins) is reportedly exploring an acquisition of the Post-Gazette. Further details on the potential ownership change are yet to be confirmed. CBS Pittsburgh
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Kid Rock will perform his Freedom 250 Tour at the Pavilion at Star Lake in Burgettstown on Saturday, June 20 (with special guest Jon Pardi). Tickets go on sale Friday, Feb. 13 at 10 a.m. on Ticketmaster.com. WTAE
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ After announcing its partnership with Anthropic and Amazon Web Services in October, Pitt launched Claude for Education (an AI assistant to help students and staff with research and writing). University officials say the tool supports academic tasks while preserving privacy since student data is not used to train the models. The Pitt News
- ➤ Rep. Danielle Friel Otten of Chester County will reintroduce legislation to add a 30-minute recess and lunch period to school days, aiming to support both physical + mental health in students. KDKA
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Pittsburgh will open five warming centers this weekend at local Active Living community centers to help residents cope with low temperatures. The centers will operate Saturday and Sunday at set hours at Beechview, Greenfield, Homewood, Sheraden + South Side Market House. WPXI
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Pitt football held its first press conference this week after the 2025 season ended as new defensive coordinator Cory Sanders (secondary coach since 2018) outlined his vision for the defense. He aims to strengthen the team’s culture as off-season practices gear up for spring. The Pitt News
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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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#13 Frigid Witch – Pittsburgh Winter Cycling Alleycat
Time not specified — Two Frays Brewery — Registration required — Celebrate Pittsburgh's winter cycling culture with a challenging alleycat ride full of community spirit and fun.
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The Lone Bellow Live Concert
7-10 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — General Admission — Experience The Lone Bellow’s heartfelt storytelling and harmonies live with a pre-show performance and meet & greet.
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Chris Cain Live Concert
7-10:30 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — Ticket tiers vary — Experience the unforgettable soulful Memphis style electric blues of Chris Cain.
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Dave Hause and the Mermaid & Strike Anywhere Concert
8-11 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — General Admission — Experience a night of rock and punk with Dave Hause and a special performance by Strike Anywhere.
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Disney On Ice - Road Trip Adventures
7-9 p.m. — PPG Paints Arena — Tickets from $37 — Experience a magical journey with beloved Disney characters on ice.
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Langhorne Slim - The Dreamin' Kind Concert
7-10 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — Entry details may apply — Experience Langhorne Slim's new rock-infused album live as he merges Americana with 1970s vibes.
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Twin Peaks Day Celebration
6 PM – 12 AM — Grim Wizard Coffee — $10 cover — Experience a night with DJs, performances, and trivia in a Twin Peaks-themed adventure.
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