Pittsburgh
Morning News
Friday, March 13th, 2026
Good morning, Pittsburgh. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Women entrepreneurs in New Kensington are uniting downtown as nearly 16 women-owned businesses, including AngelWing Yoga & Wellness, work together to boost local growth. Local leaders say this energy supports economic success during Women’s History Month. The Tribune-Review
- ➤ The Rural Ridge Volunteer Fire Company in Indiana Township runs its long-running Lenten fish fry fundraiser from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. every Friday at 135 Little Deer Creek Road — it aims to raise $15,000 by selling items separately, including fried cod, shrimp, and crab cakes. The Tribune-Review
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Two romance-only bookstores will soon open in Lawrenceville as part of a trend sparked a decade ago by The Ripped Bodice in Culver City, offering a dedicated selection of titles for local readers. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Ciara Crossey Brandetsas said Pittsburgh's St. Patrick's Day Parade now celebrates more than Irish heritage (it brings together a diverse crowd). The parade will be held Tuesday, March 17 downtown. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Kabeer Chopra, a Fox Chapel teen starting college this fall, seeks volunteers to run his recycling program Green Bridge 412. The initiative collects recyclables from over 150 homes and businesses in Fox Chapel, Aspinwall, Blawnox, and Harmar (and nearby areas) to reduce landfill waste. The Tribune-Review
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The state will invest $3.32 million over the next six years from its Neighborhood Assistance Program to revitalize downtown by filling storefronts + cleaning public spaces and supporting people experiencing homelessness. Mayor Corey O'Connor said the funding will boost downtown as the city’s economic engine. CBS Pittsburgh
- ➤ TSA employees at Pittsburgh airports have not received pay for 28 days amid a partial shutdown and struggle to afford food and gas, according to union representatives. The Allegheny County Airport Authority is providing lunch twice a week while local groups campaign to help these essential workers. WTAE
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A Pittsburgh man developed an AI-powered text-to-speech app (Talk To Me, Goose) to preserve his voice after an ALS diagnosis. The free tool is available on iPhones and Androids in the U.S. and Canada and aims to reconnect users with their unique sound as it expands globally. WTAE
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Mike McCarthy and the Steelers signed a hard-hitting, Pittsburgh-native safety on Thursday, Mar. 12 to boost the local defense—his Western Pennsylvania roots strengthen the team’s local ties. WPXI
- ➤ Pitt secured an ACC tournament berth with an overtime win at Syracuse on the final day of the regular season; tough decisions for the team's future now loom ahead. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
- ➤ Brian Batko invites Steelers fans to send questions via Twitter + email as he examines whether signs point to a guard selection in the first round in his ongoing mailbag column. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
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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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Tom Atkins Night: Secret Sinema Pop-up
6:00-11:59 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — $23.75 — Enjoy a thrilling movie double feature with Tom Atkins, including Q&A and exclusive merchandise.
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