Pittsburgh
Morning News
Monday, March 2nd, 2026
Good morning, Pittsburgh. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 2nd of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Pittsburgh nonprofit For the Love of Chin helped a local dog owner cover costly ultrasound bills after her pet fell ill — the group also plans a launch celebration on March 28 at Sigma's event center to teach dog care and support veteran families. CBS Pittsburgh
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A miniature model of the Presque Isle Lighthouse made its debut at Kamin Science Center when the exhibit reopened Saturday, joining 57 models that celebrate local history. WPXI
- ➤ Patrick J. Byrne will serve as grand marshal for Pittsburgh’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade on Saturday, March 14. The parade, one of the oldest and largest, honors his lifetime of public service and commitment to Irish heritage. WPXI
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Washington County farmers (facing millions in crop losses) plan countermeasures as deer decimate soybean fields and other crops in Western Pa. The ongoing damage is forcing local agricultural communities to adapt their farming techniques. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Carnegie Mellon University's new robotics center in Hazelwood held a live demo last Friday in a three-story warehouse, where robots jumped + built Lego sets to show off their skills. The event highlights the university’s cutting-edge robotics research. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Pittsburgh EMS Chief Amera Gilchrist, the first woman and first Black person to lead the service, appeared on 4 The Record Sunday morning. She shared advice on staying open to new chances and highlighted the team’s quick rescue after a crash in the Monongahela River (showing selfless action). WTAE
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Go Raw LLC expanded its recall of Quest Cat Food Chicken Recipe products sold in Pennsylvania after tests found low thiamine levels (issued Feb. 17 and expanded Feb. 26); customers should stop feeding these items to pets and return them to the store for a refund or replacement. WPXI
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Penguins are weighing a contract extension for Evgeni Malkin while the Steelers examine Cam Heyward’s future as the Pirates continue Spring Training today. Discussions remain ongoing + local fans are watching team plans. CBS Pittsburgh
- ➤ Pitt men's basketball showed signs of growth after an upset win at Cal, overcoming struggles with defense, crunch scoring, and holding leads. The team plans to build on this progress in upcoming home games + future contests. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
- ➤ The Steelers’ receiving corps is viewed as underperforming and experts call for a major overhaul. The team signed DK Metcalf (5-year, $150M contract) last March after trading a second-round pick. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
- ➤ The Penguins defeated the Golden Knights 5 to 0 Sunday at PPG Paints Arena as Bryan Rust, Ben Kindel and Justin Brazeau each recorded a goal and an assist while Vegas captain Mark Stone left the game with an injury. CBS Pittsburgh
- ➤ Former Steelers player Breiden Fehoko reported that NFL prospect Makai Lemon struggled with interviews at the NFL Combine — he 'absolutely bombed' his session — which may lower his draft stock. Lemon, a USC standout seen as a top-20 pick, could drop further if interview concerns persist. PennLive
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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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2026 SAS Annual Conference
8 PM – 8 PM — The Westin Pittsburgh — Check official website for pricing — Engage in cutting-edge discussions on affective science in a vibrant city hub.
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A-10 Men's Basketball Championship Session 4
11:30 AM – 2:30 PM — PPG Paints Arena — Tickets from $28 — Catch the excitement as teams battle it out for the championship title in an action-packed session.
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Bastard Bearded Irishmen Festival
5-9 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — $24.29 — Experience high-energy Celtic rock with local favorites and more on the Front Porch Stage.
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Josiah Queen: The Mt. Zion Tour
7-8:30 p.m. — Stage AE — Ticket pricing varies — Experience an uplifting night of worship with Josiah Queen and special guests as they perform powerful music from the Mt. Zion album.
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