Pittsburgh
Morning News
Thursday, March 12th, 2026
Good morning, Pittsburgh. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A group of Irwin-area Catholics petitioned borough officials to rename an alley behind Immaculate Conception Church as 'Father John Way' to honor Rev. John Moineau, who served the parish for nearly 20 years and died last Oct. 25. Officials are reviewing the renaming request with Public Safety + GIS. The Tribune-Review
- ➤ Dozens of trees marked with signs near Acrisure Stadium will be removed from the North Shore by the end of March to meet public safety and infrastructure needs for the NFL Draft. The Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy will work with the city and VisitPittsburgh to relocate them. KDKA
- ➤ Roots of Faith (which has served Sharpsburg for 12 years) bought the three-story building at 800 Main St for about $1 million to create affordable housing and continue free services, with construction set to begin in weeks. The Tribune-Review
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Comcast Business and the Penguins have doubled wireless capacity at PPG Paints Arena and the UPMC Lemieux Sports Complex in Cranberry using a new 6Ghz Wi-Fi network — supporting heavy phone use during events. WPXI
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ City leaders honored five museums that received national awards from USA Today's 10 Best Readers' Choice list, spotlighting the Children's Museum and Heinz History Center's top rankings. Mayor Corey O'Connor declared Museum Week (to boost tourism before the 2026 NFL Draft) to celebrate Pittsburgh’s growing cultural scene. CBS Pittsburgh
- ➤ Pittsburgh’s annual St. Patrick’s Day parade will begin at 10 a.m. Saturday in downtown at the Greyhound Bus Station—200,000 to 250,000 spectators are expected along a 1.4-mile route that will trigger early road closures and bus detours. The Tribune-Review
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Pittsburgh drivers can save money on gas by joining loyalty programs at major stations, using discount apps like GasBuddy and AAA benefits, plus rewards from wholesale clubs. Experts advise that steady driving and regular maintenance help improve fuel economy while prices remain high. CBS Pittsburgh
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A Yale report released on Wednesday, Mar. 11 warned that the planned merger between WVU Medicine and Independence Health may raise health care costs in the area. The study said the concentration in Connellsville could lessen competition for patients. WPXI
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Steelers have the most picks in the 2026 NFL Draft with 12 selections, a release showing Pittsburgh's focus on future talent — a move that sets the stage for strong roster planning. WPXI
- ➤ At the ongoing World Baseball Classic, Oneil Cruz (a standout for the Dominican Republic) is drawing attention as Pirates fans also watch Team USA and Paul Skenes. His impressive play is adding fresh excitement to the tournament. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
- ➤ The Steelers extended Cam Heyward’s contract through 2027, lowering his cap hit & freeing up $5.5 million. Heyward, who will turn 37 in May, set a record as the oldest star to get the richest deal, which will help keep the team strong. PennLive
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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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Freddie Dredd Live
7-9 p.m. — Stage AE — Tickets from $81 — Freddie Dredd brings his unforgettable performance to Pittsburgh.
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