Pittsburgh
Morning News
Monday, April 7th, 2025
Good morning, Pittsburgh. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 7th of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Allegheny County police are investigating a shooting early Sunday morning in Wilkinsburg when a man was found inside a residence on the 500 block of North Avenue at 2:40 a.m. with gunshot wounds (he remains in critical but stable condition). The Tribune-Review
- ➤ A man was shot inside a home on North Avenue in Wilkinsburg around 2:40 a.m. Sunday—police reported he sustained multiple gunshot wounds and was taken to the hospital in critical but stable condition. WTAE
- ➤ A man was injured in a shooting on Saturday night around 7:45 p.m. in the 100 block of Prospect Drive in East Pittsburgh—he suffered a gunshot wound to the shoulder and was taken to the hospital with his condition expected to be okay as police investigate. WTAE
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On March 20, PRT announced plans to cut over 40 bus routes and raise fares by 25 cents to address a $100 million budget gap coming in July — while routes in Oakland will see only minor reductions and more cuts are expected elsewhere. Community hearings will be held in April, May and June to let travelers voice concerns, with the first meeting on April 27 at the David Lawrence Convention Center. The Pitt News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Former Steeler Merril Hoge sat down with host Michelle Wright on a Sunday morning show to share his memories of playing in Pittsburgh and facing health challenges—he explained that taking charge of his journey helped him overcome concussions and cancer. He recalled watching football as a child and detailed how playing with great teammates shaped his career and led him to broadcasting. WTAE
- ➤ At Colorado’s pro day on April 4, the Steelers sent area scout Kelvin Fisher instead of top coaches to watch quarterback Shedeur Sanders, which signals the team is not very interested—though a visit may still be scheduled later. PennLive
- ➤ The Pittsburgh Pirates replaced an advertisement on the pad in right field with plans to restore Roberto Clemente’s tribute after fans and Roberto Clemente Jr. expressed upset. Pirates President Travis Williams said the team apologized and will reinstall the logo soon (the temporary change from before the 2022 season was not meant to be permanent) to avoid further controversy (the family was not consulted). WPXI
- ➤ Roberto Clemente Jr. said he was shocked when he learned that his father’s tribute sign was removed from PNC Park and that he will contact the Pirates about it—he criticized the move as a sign of poor communication on honoring his father’s legacy. The Pirates explained that the sign was temporary and apologized for not informing the Clemente family directly. WPXI
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Vundabar & Yot Club Concert
7-11 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — $60 Fast Track tickets available — Experience a night of jangly indie rock and dreamy pop tunes from Vundabar and Yot Club.
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Kevin Howard – Landside Piano
10 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Pittsburgh International Airport — Free entry — Experience the smooth dynamic jazz sounds of award-winning artist Kevin Howard and his talented band.
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Nolan Taylor Live in Concert
8-11 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — Tickets $20 to $50 — Experience a powerful performance from a rising star in the heart of Pittsburgh.
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PhaseOne Concert
8:30 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — $25 to $35 — Experience an electrifying night with PhaseOne and friends at this vibrant music venue.
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The Dinner Detective Comedy Mystery Dinner Show
6-9 p.m. — The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show — Ticket price varies — Enjoy a thrilling dinner while unraveling a hilarious mystery with actors hidden among the audience.
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Gus Baldwin & The Sketch
7:30-11:30 p.m. — The Government Center — Cost not specified — Experience the eclectic sounds of singer/songwriter Gus Baldwin, blending punk and indie influences.
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Medical Coder/Biller Training Program
Monday to Friday, 28 weeks — Bidwell Training Center — No-cost program — Gain skills for a rewarding career in medical coding and billing.
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Sean Baker – Landside Piano Performance
10 AM – 12 PM — Pittsburgh International Airport — Free entry — Experience live music from Pittsburgh's talented multi-instrumentalist and producer Sean Baker.
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Capstan Live Show
6:30-9:00 p.m. — Spirit — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a vibrant night of live music featuring Capstan and special guests.
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Dizgo with Space Bacon Live Performance
8-11 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — General Admission — Experience a vibrant night of jamtronica, funk, and psychedelic rock with Dizgo and Space Bacon.
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