Pittsburgh
Morning News
Thursday, March 5th, 2026
Good morning, Pittsburgh. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 5th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Pittsburgh structural engineer Majid Parham said on the Big K Morning Show that Iran’s war is between governments + not among people. He remains worried for family in Iran and supports a change in leadership to bring meaningful reform. KDKA
- ➤ The historic Oliver Bath House (38 S. 10th St.) on Pittsburgh’s South Side will reopen Saturday from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. after nearly seven years of renovations; CitiParks will host an open swim and on-site lifeguard recruitment, with daily fees set at $3 for children and $5 for adults. WPXI
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Block Communications announced that the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette will close on May 4 due to financial losses (with 171 employees affected), but department heads revealed that talks with prospective buyers are underway and may allow the paper to keep publishing if a deal is reached. CBS Pittsburgh
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Backstage has compiled a list of casting calls for movies and TV shows open now in Pittsburgh. Projects include scripted shows, student films, short films, and feature films with roles offering pay up to $10,000 (with varying age requirements) for local actors. WPXI
- ➤ Molly McKenna has been named 2026 Miss Smiling Irish Eyes Queen ahead of the Pittsburgh St. Patrick's Day Parade on March 14. Court members Kennedy Kuntz and Sidney Hoover will be honored at the event plus reinforce a cherished community tradition. CBS Pittsburgh
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Woodland Hills school board voted Wednesday night to move Dr. Joe Maluchnik from paid administrative leave to unpaid leave with a 4-2 vote and one abstention. Maluchnik must respond within 30 days as an audit into district records is expected to begin soon. WTAE
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Eggheads Saloon in Brookline closed Tuesday after inspectors from the Allegheny County Health Department found an active sewage backup in the basement — a health hazard that requires immediate repairs. The bar must restore sewer function, sanitize the area, and install a grease interceptor within six months to reopen. WPXI
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III changed agents by hiring Rosenhaus Sports to boost his free agency options starting next week *as his future with the team remains uncertain*. PennLive
- ➤ The NCAA men's basketball tournament begins Tuesday, March 17 in Dayton, Ohio; though Pittsburgh’s Panthers are not expected to appear, top teams will compete for the title with the championship game set for April 6. Fans can stream the round on the March Madness Live app. The Pitt News
- ➤ Pittsburgh will host a three-day NFL draft festival from April 23-25 around Acrisure Stadium and Point State Park (connected by a pedestrian corridor via Roberto Clemente Bridge) as organizers expect over 500,000 visitors; local businesses outside the event area may see little change in foot traffic. NEXTpittsburgh
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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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5AM Trio and G-Space Concert
8-11:59 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — $32.01 — Enjoy a night of live music with 5AM Trio and G-Space at a top-rated venue.
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Shen Yun Performance
2:00-10:30 p.m. — Benedum Center for the Performing Arts — Tickets required — Experience a breathtaking journey through 5,000 years of Chinese culture with stunning dance and live music.
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