Pittsburgh
Morning News
Sunday, March 15th, 2026
Good morning, Pittsburgh. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 15th of March.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Molly McKenna was crowned 2026 Miss Smiling Irish Eyes with court maidens Kennedy Kuntz and Sidney Hoover in a Friday ceremony (celebrating Irish roots) ahead of Pittsburgh's St. Patrick's Day Parade. The parade took place Saturday at 10 a.m. near the Greyhound bus station on Liberty Avenue and traveled downtown. CBS Pittsburgh
- ➤ The St. Patrick’s Day Parade kicked off on Saturday morning downtown as bagpipes filled the air and people gathered to mark the festive tradition. The event celebrated community spirit in the heart of Pittsburgh. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Josh Shapiro continues to consider a federal school voucher program after earlier backing similar policies, and party divides persist. Local educators in Pittsburgh & school officials are watching his next move as his decision could change school choice options. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Friday evening, tropical storm-force wind gusts left more than 100,000 customers without power in Western Pennsylvania, affecting Pittsburgh and prompting utility crews to work on restoring service. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Steelers agreed to terms with veteran defensive lineman Sebastian Joseph-Day (formerly with the Tennessee Titans) to bolster their defense as they prepare for upcoming games. The move marks an active effort to strengthen the roster. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
- ➤ Shady Side Academy junior Ava Jochims won two gold medals at last year’s PIAA Class 2A girls swimming and diving championships, marking a notable achievement in a competitive field. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
- ➤ Neighborhood Academy secured an easy win in the PIAA boys basketball quarterfinal as coach Jordan Marks said his team built on its March preparations. The players showed steady improvement on the court & look ready for the next round. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
- ➤ Allen Greene announced Friday that Jeff Capel will return as head coach for Pitt men's basketball in his ninth season & insiders say the move is defensible despite some fans’ disapproval. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
- ➤ Chartiers Valley’s boys basketball team, led by Julius Best, beat Johnstown in a PIAA Class 5A matchup — second-year coach Corey Dotchin said his team surprised opponents last season. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
- ➤ Henry Davis snapped his hitless slump with a homer as the Pirates won their third straight game by beating the Orioles 8-6 at LECOM Park on Saturday afternoon. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
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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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Patrick Watson Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — Carnegie Music Hall — Cost info not specified — Experience enchanting melodies from Canadian singer-songwriter Patrick Watson and his collaborators.
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