Pittsburgh
Morning News
Monday, March 24th, 2025
Good morning, Pittsburgh. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 24th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Bethel Park Police Department launched a new program on Saturday to help shelter animals find forever homes by naming Leo, a 7-month-old pitbull-boxer mix from Angel Ridge Animal Rescue, an honorary K9 officer for a day. The department hopes that his participation on a community patrol—where he learned to use a fire extinguisher—will bring more attention to animals in need. WPXI
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Police arrested Kaylynn Lucas on Pressley St in East Allegheny at 8:18 p.m. on Friday after she stabbed a woman and tried to suffocate her by placing a plastic bag over her head—she now faces charges of attempted homicide, aggravated assault, and strangulation. WPXI
- ➤ A man was seriously hurt and a dog was killed in a hit-and-run in a Pittsburgh neighborhood overnight—police are investigating the case. WPXI
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Jonas Brothers will perform at PPG Paints Arena on Nov. 12 as part of their 'Jonas20: Living the Dream' tour, celebrating 20 years from playing in malls to headlining stadiums+ the All American Rejects will open the show. WTAE
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ PRT will meet soon to talk about cuts that might shorten bus routes and lower bus service frequency—officials say the meeting will address money issues that could change how the system works. This discussion comes as part of efforts to manage municipal budgets. CBS Pittsburgh
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Pittsburgh men’s basketball head coach Jeff Capel is returning. However, details on staff shakeups remain unconfirmed (sources say no additional changes are guaranteed). WPXI
- ➤ Darius Slay signed with the Steelers on March 13th for a one-year $10 million fully guaranteed deal — beating out several playoff contenders after his release from the Eagles. He will bring his veteran leadership to a secondary that the team hopes will boost its playoff chances this season. PennLive
- ➤ After winning five of their last six games, the Penguins will begin a three-game road trip — starting with a game against the Stanley Cup favorite Florida Panthers at Amerant Bank Arena. The matchup is seen as a key test as Pittsburgh seeks to build momentum for the season. WPXI
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Madama Butterfly
7-8:30 p.m. | Benedum Center for the Performing Arts | Ticket prices vary | Experience a reimagined tale of love and loss in an all-Japanese creative production.
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Ronald Bickel – Landside Piano Performance
3-5 p.m. — Pittsburgh International Airport — Free entry — Enjoy a delightful performance by local musician Ronald Bickel in the bustling atmosphere of the airport.
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La Sonora Dinamita Concert
9 PM — Insomnia Bar & Restaurante Mexicano — Ticket purchase required — Enjoy a night of vibrant Latin music with La Sonora Dinamita.
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The Parishables Concert
6:30-10:30 p.m. | 222 Ormsby | Ticket prices vary | Experience live music from The Parishables in an intimate venue.
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Culinary Arts Program
Culinary Arts Program — All day — Bidwell Training Center — No-cost training — Master the art of cooking with hands-on experience and expert instruction.
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Al Stewart and Livingston Taylor Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — City Winery Pittsburgh — Tickets available — Experience an evening of folk music with longstanding artists in a cozy venue.
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Sound Series: Tara Clerkin Trio with Ricki Weidenhof
8 p.m. — The Andy Warhol Museum — Tickets available — Experience the unique sound of the Tara Clerkin Trio blending folk, dub, and psychedelia.
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Pittsburgh Pirates Home Opener vs. New York Yankees
5:00 AM – 5:12 PM — PNC Park — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the start of the MLB season as the Pirates take on the Yankees in their home opener.
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Forrest Frank Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Petersen Events Center — Tickets required — Experience a night of faith-driven lyrics and modern beats with Christian rapper Forrest Frank on his spring tour.
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Trivia Night for Christian Singles
6:30-9 p.m. — Lawrence Hall — $15 for Non-Members — Engage in friendly competition and connect with fellow Christian singles over trivia.
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