Pittsburgh
Morning News
Thursday, February 12th, 2026
Good morning, Pittsburgh. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Pittsburgh shelters and local groups are adding over 200 beds and extra support during winter to help more than 1,000 unhoused people. A winter shelter on Maple Avenue offers meals and safe overnight space until April 30 (providing cold weather health and clothing resources across the city). The Pitt News
- ➤ Pittsburgh Mayor Corey O'Connor honored Bobbi Valentine, a crossing guard who served for nearly 40 years in Carrick, as he acknowledged ongoing efforts to improve school zone safety & traffic-calming measures in the city. CBS Pittsburgh
- ➤ Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium broke ground on an $18 million giraffe barn that will house up to six giraffes and offer year-round care, with the facility set to open in spring. The project is part of a larger master plan and is funded by private donations & public support. WPXI
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Battery 13 at U.S. Steel's Clairton Coke Works will restart tomorrow — coke production will resume the following day — after repairs were completed from an Aug. explosion that killed two people six months ago. WTAE
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Paczki are now on bakery shelves in Pittsburgh as part of the seasonal celebration rooted in the city’s Polish heritage. Custard Prison will host a pop-up at Polska Laska in Sharpsburg on Feb. 17 with $1 from each paczki sale benefiting Casa San Jose. NEXTpittsburgh
- ➤ Filming for the final season of Mayor of Kingstown will begin March 9 in Pittsburgh and run through the summer. Jeremy Renner+Edie Falco star as local extras are still being cast at landmarks like Millvale, McKeesport, and the 16th Street Bridge. KDKA
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A ramp to downtown was closed yesterday for an emergency water main repair, and officials said the work may delay access until repairs are complete. WPXI
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Pittsburgh and Western Pennsylvania will soon host fish fries every Friday during Lent for nearly six weeks. Action News 4 is collecting submissions from churches + community groups to create a guide with the best fish fry locations for locals. WTAE
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Four Pens Elite alumni helped the U.S. women's hockey team secure the top seed with a 5-0 win against Canada on Tuesday, and the team will face Italy (Milan) Friday at 3:10 p.m. ET. CBS Pittsburgh
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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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INZO: MirrorVerse Tour
7 p.m. — Stage AE — Ticket prices vary — Experience an immersive electronic journey with INZO's innovative soundscapes and vibrant performances.
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Beatles Vs. Dead
7-11 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — $20.17 — Experience the psychedelic tribute to The Beatles and Grateful Dead by local favorites Eleanor Walrus and Fungus.
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Pittsburgh Winter Wine Festival
12-10 p.m. — PPG PLACE 1 WINTERGARDENS Pittsburgh — Tickets on sale now — Sip, swirl, and savor the best wines of the season at Pittsburgh's premier winter celebration.
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