Pittsburgh
Morning News
Tuesday, February 24th, 2026
Good morning, Pittsburgh. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 24th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local nonprofits are helping Milanes Cuban Corner (a mobile Cuban restaurant started by a couple with six kids using a decades-old truck) set down permanent roots in McKees Rocks today. The project will transform the mobile experiment into a lasting dining option. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ U.S. Steel received a permit to begin a $100M project at its Edgar Thomson facility in Braddock, with site preparations starting immediately & construction set for this summer. WTAE
- ➤ Western Pennsylvania small businesses are facing slowed growth as federal funds remain frozen after Congress failed to reauthorize innovation support. Local owners worry that the freeze may limit future expansion and competitiveness. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
- ➤ Lilith’s owners plan to open a new restaurant in Bloomfield later this year. Chef Jamilka Borges, fresh off her James Beard Award semifinalist nod, will bring her celebrated culinary style to the new venue. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Less-Commonly-Taught Languages Center hosted its sixth Language Coffeehouse on Feb. 20 at the William Pitt Union, where 29 languages were showcased through student-led conversations and global treats. The event let participants practice new phrases while celebrating cultural diversity. The Pitt News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Someone in Allegheny County holds a $3 million '3s a Charm' scratch-off ticket sold at Welmart BP on Alter Road in Harrison Township. Ticket holders should sign & contact the Lottery to claim the prize within one year. KDKA
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Eagles at U.S. Steel’s Irvin plant laid a second egg this week; Stella first laid an egg on Friday and a second on Monday. The pair will incubate the eggs for 35 days (viewers can track the nest via four live cameras). CBS Pittsburgh
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Allegheny County officials reported that fatal overdoses have declined by up to 40 percent in two years, dropping from 665 in 2023 to a preliminary 344 in 2025. The decrease comes as fentanyl becomes less common in the local drug supply (a change linked to tighter controls in China). CBS Pittsburgh
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Matcha has grown popular in Pittsburgh as tea houses in Squirrel Hill, Butler Street, and Lawrenceville serve both traditional whisked bowls and creative lattes. Experts say rising demand has led vendors to experiment with flavors — keeping the drink true to its Japanese roots. NEXTpittsburgh
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ In 2020, Black homeownership set a record in Pittsburgh amid a tough pandemic, economic uncertainty, and record‐low interest rates (a historic milestone). Progress marked a significant jump, though challenges remained in closing the gap. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Darius Livingston scored 24 points as Robert Morris secured its fifth straight win with an 81-68 victory over Wright State in Fairborn on Sunday. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
- ➤ Serra Catholic and Geibel advanced in the WPIAL Class 1A girls basketball semifinals with a trip to Petersen Events Center at stake. The teams will face each other for the title soon + boosting local high school sports pride. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
- ➤ Team USA plans to compete in the 2026 World Baseball Classic with a revamped lineup featuring top stars Bryce Harper and Cal Raleigh and newly acquired pitchers Paul Skenes and Tarik Skubal, aiming to overcome Japan's strong team and avenge its 2023 loss. The Pitt News
- ➤ Dan Rooney III, vice president with the Steelers, said the 2026 NFL Draft is expected to draw 500,000 visitors and generate $200M for Pittsburgh. He explained the city is treating the event as a community opportunity *focused on regional impact*. WPXI
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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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Bryce Vine Concert
7-9 p.m. — Spirit Hall — $54 — Experience a night with Bryce Vine at one of Pittsburgh's favorite venues.
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Artikal Sound System Concert
7-11 p.m. — Club Cafe — Ticket info available — Experience the vibrant sounds of Artikal Sound System live in Pittsburgh.
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Resume and Cover Letter Workshop
12:30-1:30 p.m. — Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh - Downtown — Free entry — Learn how to craft a compelling resume and cover letter to impress potential employers.
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Pittsburgh Home & Garden Show 2026
March 6-15 — The Westin Pittsburgh — Admission details not provided — Explore home improvement ideas and garden inspiration at one of the largest home events in the area.
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14th Annual Seed Swap Celebration
10 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh - Main — Free entry — Exchange seeds, attend workshops, and share gardening stories at this community seed swap event.
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Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra - Ax Plays Brahms
2:30-5:30 p.m. — Heinz Hall for the Performing Arts — Ticketed event — Experience a captivating performance featuring Brahms, led by renowned pianist Emanuel Ax.
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California Guitar Trio
7:30-9 p.m. — City Winery Pittsburgh — Check venue for pricing — Experience the genre-defying sounds of The California Guitar Trio that have captivated audiences since 1991.
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