Pittsburgh
Morning News
Saturday, March 7th, 2026
Good morning, Pittsburgh. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 7th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ VisitPITTSBURGH President Jerad Bachar said that projects at Market Square, Arts Landing, and the Allegheny Overlook will be ready in 48 days for the NFL Draft, while downtown hotels and short term rentals prepare for a surge in bookings. KDKA
- ➤ Trash remains a persistent challenge in Oakland as winds scatter small litter from unlidded cans largely contributed by student renters. The Oakland Planning and Development Corporation plans street outreach and adopt-a-block cleanups (including feedback to the city on missed pickups) to improve sidewalk safety. The Pitt News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Chef Csilla Thackray, known for her work at The Vandal, will open her Hungarian and Austrian restaurant Titusz (pronounced Tee-toos) on April 2 at 4129 Butler St. in Lawrenceville. The 49 seat venue will serve refined, heartfelt dishes honoring her heritage. NEXTpittsburgh
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Citizens Live at the Wylie, a 4K capacity music venue honoring the Hill District legacy, is set to open this October next to PPG Paints Arena — developers shared a fly-through video highlighting design features like a wall for photographer Teenie Harris and a piano inspired by Crawford Grill. WPXI
- ➤ Tonight, the America 250: Pittsburgh’s Path series spotlights the historic Nickelodeon + the first permanent movie theatre that helped shape film history in downtown, as reported by Chris DeRose. The event honors Pittsburgh's cultural legacy and is set to inspire local audiences. CBS Pittsburgh
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Pitt is piloting a new software platform called ClassRanked to handle OMET course evaluations in roughly 80 courses this spring; a full transition is set for summer with a fall launch, and faculty are expected to benefit from its enhanced tools + cost savings. The Pitt News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Pennsylvania officials are cracking down on boat owners who abandon vessels in state waterways. Owners now face retrieval costs between $5,000 and $20,000 along with fines from $500 up to $2,500 to prevent environmental and navigational risks. KDKA
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ California Avenue Bridge on the North Side is deteriorating as bolts, rusted metal, and concrete chunks fall despite netting and fencing; the city set up a lane shift after inspectors found critical issues on Feb. 24 and a rehabilitation project is planned for 2028. CBS Pittsburgh
- ➤ Former Congressman Jason Altmire from Kittanning left Dubai on March 5 by an Emirates Airlines flight after being stuck for days as conflict grew in the Middle East; he said the State Department did not offer help for evacuations. The Tribune-Review
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Pitt football finished its first week of spring workouts with coaches outlining four takeaways on performance, technique, and team coordination, as players and staff plan for improvements ahead. The practices took place at the on-campus facility and set the stage for future strategy updates. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
- ➤ The Penguins acquired forward Elmer Soderblom from Detroit ahead of the NHL trade deadline — a move intended to boost the team for upcoming games. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
- ➤ Penguins captain Sidney Crosby joined team practice on Friday as he recovered from a lower-body injury sustained at the Olympics (he had skated separately in recent days). He returned to the rink with his teammates, marking a positive sign for his recovery. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
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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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Aaron Gillespie Live
6:30-10:30 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — $29 to $33.26 — Experience an intimate evening of music and stories with Aaron Gillespie and friends.
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A Hands-On Introduction to Color Grading
6-9 p.m. — Trace Brewing — Bring your own laptop — Dive into the world of color grading with this immersive workshop using DaVinci Resolve.
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