Pittsburgh
Morning News
Tuesday, March 10th, 2026
Good morning, Pittsburgh. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 10th of March.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Community College of Beaver County was hit by a cyberattack Monday morning (cryptolocker) and officials locked down campus systems to protect data while students and faculty are on Spring Break. KDKA
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Chartiers Valley School District will create an athletic hall of fame to honor its top student-athletes. A committee is forming to plan the project in the near future. The Tribune-Review
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Officials for the 2026 NFL Draft in Pittsburgh announced an environmental plan that will replant 300 trees and plant 500 more with nonprofits (boosting local greenery). The plan funds beautification projects and a food recovery program (supporting 50,000 meals). The Tribune-Review
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ PRT construction on the University Line transit project will start Friday in Oakland and Uptown, changing traffic patterns and parking until the end of April. Work will shift lanes on Fifth and Forbes avenues and adjust bus stops as needed. WPXI
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Pittsburgh Steelers have added four compensatory picks to boost their 12 selections for the 2026 NFL Draft, including one for losing Dan Moore Jr. and another for Justin Fields, plus two picks for trading Russell Wilson and Donte Jackson. The extra picks give the team more flexibility for upcoming offseason moves. PennLive
- ➤ The Steelers announced plans to sign free agent cornerback Jamel Dean and bring back Asante Samuel Jr. during the NFL’s legal negotiation period today to strengthen their secondary. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
- ➤ The Pittsburgh Steelers re-signed veteran linebacker Cole Holcomb to a two-year, $5 million contract + the move secures his special teams role after a tough knee injury recovery. The team aims to bolster its depth as the season approaches. PennLive
- ➤ Former Steelers All-Pro safety Minkah Fitzpatrick was traded by the Dolphins to the Jets on Monday for a seventh-round pick and a 3-year ($40 million) extension. He joins New York after a standout tenure in Pittsburgh as a versatile defender. PennLive
- ➤ The Steelers re-signed cornerback Asante Samuel Jr. on Monday to a one-year, $4 million deal, and officials provided a hopeful update on Broderick Jones before the NFL’s next steps. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
- ➤ After an overtime win over Syracuse on Saturday, Pitt earned the final bid for the ACC tournament and now prepares for a high-stakes contest against Stanford. Coach (Jeff Capel) is set to lead the Panthers as they aim for a strong start in the opener. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
- ➤ Butler's Santino Sloboda wrestled in the bronze medal match at the PIAA championships today + he showed strong determination in every move, earning praise from his teammates. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
- ➤ The Colts traded wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. to the Steelers, who signed him to a three-year, $59 million deal reported on March 9. Pittman tweeted his excitement (using 'BLACK AND GOLD') as he joins his new team. WPXI
- ➤ Pittsburgh will host two major college basketball events this month — the Atlantic 10 men’s tournament at PPG Paints Arena from March 11-15 and the NCAA Division II championships at UPMC Cooper Fieldhouse from March 24-28. SportsPITTSBURGH is supporting the events with an airport installation and community outreach programs. WPXI
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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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Morgan Jay: The Goofy Guy Tour
7-10 p.m. — Benedum Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket limit of 6 — Enjoy a unique blend of music and comedy from LA's rising star.
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Odoo Academy Training Session
8:30 AM – 4:00 PM — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Pittsburgh Downtown — Free entry — Enhance your Odoo skills with interactive training sessions led by seasoned experts.
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