Pittsburgh
Morning News
Friday, April 3rd, 2026
Good morning, Pittsburgh. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 3rd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A new 30,000 sqft plaza opened yesterday on the North Shore for the Pirates home opener and NFL draft, featuring an outdoor venue with food, drinks, and live music. Legacy Realty Partners expects the space to host 40-60 concerts yearly (performances include Nelly, Steve Aoki, and 2 Chainz). WTAE
- ➤ The rehabilitated Upper Promenade at Allegheny Riverfront Park now features 35 new trees, updated light fixtures, railings and a popular bluestone sidewalk. The project — completed with a $5.4M investment and collaboration among Riverlife, the city, Pittsburgh Cultural Trust and The Heinz Endowments — marks a new era for downtown riverfront access. WTAE
- ➤ Summit Legal Aid will host a free federal tax clinic on April 10 at Laurel Highlands Workforce and Opportunity Center in Hempfield to help low-income residents address IRS audits, denied claims and contested penalties. It is open from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and accepts walk-ins though pre-registration is encouraged. The Tribune-Review
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Firefighters battled flames at a Homewood South building with a pizza shop on the first floor starting just after 3 a.m.—no injuries were reported and it is unclear if anyone lived on the upper floors. WTAE
- ➤ The inbound side of the Fort Pitt Tunnel closed yesterday after an over-height truck blocked the route, forcing traffic off the West End exit onto Route 51—PennDOT advised drivers to take alternate routes. WPXI
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Carnegie Mellon students delivered a petition backed by 500+ signatures from nine groups calling for a policy that bars administrators from altering messages on The Fence, a campus space for free expression. A student coalition rallied at 1 p.m. at The Fence as the committee of 17 people works on new recommendations. The Tribune-Review
- ➤ Cybersecurity classes are now offered at Gateway High School to help students get real-world tech experience and earn industry certifications — a move designed to prepare them for in-demand jobs after graduation. Instructors say the course addresses a growing need in the local workforce. The Tribune-Review
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, Mayor Corey O’Connor announced $600K in donations to improve baseball fields across the city. The Pennsylvania Laborers District Council will fund $300K for new scoreboards & Pirates Charities will provide $300K for laser-grading equipment to level about 20 youth sports fields. The Tribune-Review
- ➤ Allegheny County Health Department instructs NFL draft food vendors in Pittsburgh to secure required permits before the event runs April 23 to 25. Vendors (selected for the red zone) may use county permits, but others must contact the City’s Office of Permits Licenses and Inspections to comply with health regulations. Allegheny County
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Pittsburgh families inheriting a home face an inheritance tax that ranges from 0% for surviving spouses to 15% for other heirs, based on the house’s market value (at the time of death). The estate usually pays the tax, and the property gets a stepped-up basis to simplify future capital gains. The Tribune-Review
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Pirates will recall top prospect Konnor Griffin — who scored three hits in 13 at-bats with Triple-A and earned a MiLB Golden Glove Award last season — to start as they open their home schedule today at 4:12 p.m. at PNC Park against the Orioles. CBS Pittsburgh
- ➤ Three major acts will perform for free at the NFL Draft Entertainment Series near Acrisure Stadium. Pittsburgh native Wiz Khalifa and rock star Bret Michaels perform April 24 at 5:15 p.m., while country star Kane Brown leads on April 25 (attendance is first-come, first-served). WTAE
- ➤ Thousands will visit Pittsburgh for the NFL Draft from April 23-25 as the event builds on a legacy that began in December 1947 at the Fort Pitt Hotel where Art Rooney’s gambling (dating to Prohibition-era bootlegging) put the city on pro football’s map. The story spotlights Pittsburgh’s unique sports history. NEXTpittsburgh
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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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Varials Concert
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — Tickets from $52 — Experience an electrifying performance by Varials in the heart of Pittsburgh.
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CeCe Winans: More Than This Tour
7-10 p.m. — Benedum Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience an unforgettable evening filled with worship and musical moments from CeCe's extensive career.
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49 Winchester Concert
7-10 p.m. — Stage AE — Tickets available — Experience 49 Winchester live in concert as they captivate the crowd with their sound.
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The Alt Rocks Concert
8-11 p.m. — Jergel's Rhythm Grille — $12.65 - $18.15 — Experience a night of alt-rock music with early entry options available.
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Jake Xerxes Fussell & Sam Amidon Concert
7-11 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — $32.01 to $37.67 — Experience the intertwining of traditional folk and avant-garde as Fussell and Amidon share their musical legacies.
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Pirates Career in Sports Night
6:40–9:40 p.m. — PNC Park — Ticket required — Engage in workshops, networking, and enjoy a Pirates game on a special career-themed night.
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Matt Pryor Live
8-11 p.m. — Brillobox — Tickets from $69 — Enjoy a night of live music with renowned artist Matt Pryor in a cozy venue.
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Brewery Sessions XII Featuring 0h85 and Big Cashew
8 p.m. — Jackworth Ginger Beer — Check out dynamic DJs 0h85 and Big Cashew spinning eclectic beats from various genres.
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