Pittsburgh
Morning News
Sunday, March 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Pittsburgh. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 22nd of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Semper Gratus hosted its 'Small Town Loud Voice' event in Verona where a local family received gifts and heartfelt support — 5-year-old Cora Kuhn, who loves Disney movies, singing, and swimming, was honored alongside her family. The Tribune-Review
- ➤ Community members gathered on Saturday at a bingo fundraiser in Jeannette to support the Five Angels Memorial Fund — created two years ago after a deadly Guy Street fire that claimed Tyler King and his four children —. Funds raised will buy books and support scholarships for local students. WPXI
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Pitt students gathered data Friday at the Bates and Semple streets intersection by tracking pedestrian crosswalk use and vehicle and bike traffic to support calls for safer streets in Oakland. They will collect more data on March 27 to share their findings with city officials. WPXI
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ County and city leaders launched the spring Immaculate Collection on Friday to clean 50 miles of highways and over 50 neighborhoods ahead of the NFL Draft. Volunteers removed 400 tons of litter and new programs (including a collegiate litter challenge) are planned to brighten the area. WPXI
- ➤ Carla, the peregrine falcon nesting on the Cathedral of Learning, laid her second egg around noon Friday. The bird can lay up to six eggs, and she and her partner Ecco will begin incubating when most eggs are in the nest. WPXI
- ➤ Local high schoolers are leading a youth climate action summit in Pittsburgh today to explore solutions and share innovative ideas on climate change (involving students from several local schools). WPXI
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Local health providers are expanding early mental health screenings to curb youth suicide by embedding professionals in schools and hospitals across Allegheny, Washington, and Westmoreland counties. Experts say proactive conversations and accessible care may boost support for at-risk youth. The Tribune-Review
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Former Steelers running back Le’Veon Bell said on The White House with Michael Irvin that a new GM could have kept him with the team if contract talks had resolved, plus he blamed issues between his agent and then-GM Kevin Colbert for his exit from Pittsburgh. PennLive
- ➤ A social media post falsely claimed that Steelers legend Joe Greene died, but his family and the team confirmed on Friday that he is healthy and thriving. The debunking statement quashed the rumor and reassured passionate fans of his enduring legacy. PennLive
- ➤ 19-year-old shortstop Konnor Griffin was reassigned to the minor league camp by the Pirates on Saturday after posting four home runs and nine RBIs in 16 Grapefruit League games, prompting Manager Don Kelly to say the move will help him return to basics ahead of his debut in Pittsburgh. WTAE
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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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Water For Elephants Musical
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Benedum Center for the Performing Arts — Tickets on sale now — Experience the heartwarming tale of adventure and love brought to life in a dazzling Broadway musical.
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Jurassic Quest
8 PM - 11 AM — Monroeville Convention Center — Ticketed event — Experience the thrill of life-sized dinosaurs in an interactive walk-through adventure for the whole family.
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B2K and Bow Wow Concert
4-9:30 p.m. — Petersen Events Center — Ticket pricing varies — Experience an unforgettable night filled with electrifying performances and smooth harmonies from B2K and Bow Wow.
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Experience Arcadia Grey Live
7-10 p.m. — Bottlerocket Social Hall — $15 entry — Enjoy the feral sounds of Arcadia Grey in the heart of Pittsburgh's emo scene.
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