Pittsburgh
Morning News
Saturday, March 8th, 2025
Good morning, Pittsburgh. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 8th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Forbes Avenue in Pittsburgh's Oakland area will be closed this weekend due to crane work by Carnegie Mellon University, with detours set up around the closure. WTAE
- ➤ Pittsburgh's Home & Garden Show, featuring 1,500 exhibitors and unique displays such as a house inside the convention center, began on Friday and will run until March 16. WTAE
- ➤ This weekend in Pittsburgh, highlights include the Pittsburgh Home and Garden Show, Trace Brewing's Women-Owned Businesses event, and the Cookies and Comedy Film Festival. CBS Pittsburgh
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A vehicle crashed outside of a home in Pittsburgh's Beechview neighborhood around 6 a.m. Friday, with details on the cause and injuries yet to be disclosed. WTAE
CRIME NEWS
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ J.J. Watt suggests the Pittsburgh Steelers missed an opportunity for a hometown discount on T.J. Watt's contract extension, implying costs will now be higher due to the market for edge rushers. PennLive
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Guardin Live: When The Ice Melts
Alternative singer-songwriter Guardin will perform live, showcasing his honest lyrics and creative endeavors at the Thunderbird Café & Music Hall.
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WILLIS Concert at Bottlerocket Social Hall
WILLIS will perform live at Bottlerocket Social Hall in Pittsburgh, showcasing their music and engaging with fans.
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Don McMillan Comedy Show at Pittsburgh Improv
Comedian Don McMillan will entertain audiences at the Pittsburgh Improv Comedy Club, featuring a performance with limited ticket availability.
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Thursday Night Jazz at Kingfly Spirits
Experience an evening of live jazz featuring renowned musicians from the Pittsburgh scene in a relaxed lounge setting with cocktail options and small plates.
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Ikechukwu Ufomadu: Amusements - An Evening of Comic Absurdity
Ikechukwu Ufomadu presents a blend of comedy, music, and literature in a unique performance that promises to be both humorous and unconventional.
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NHL Match: Pittsburgh Penguins vs New Jersey Devils
The Pittsburgh Penguins face off against the New Jersey Devils in an exciting NHL matchup at the PPG Paints Arena.
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Alton Brown Live: Last Bite
Join renowned foodist Alton Brown for an entertaining live show featuring culinary insights, mega-hacks, and humorous music.
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Candlelight Concert Featuring Music of Coldplay and Imagine Dragons
Experience a unique live musical event as Candlelight concerts celebrate the music of Coldplay and Imagine Dragons in a stunning venue.
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MercyMe Concert
7-8:30 p.m. | Petersen Events Center | Ticket prices vary | Experience the uplifting sound of Christian indie rock with MercyMe on their tour.
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Slappers N Bangers Music Event
Experience a vibrant night of live music at the Thunderbird Café & Music Hall with standing room general admission for those 21 and over.
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