Pittsburgh
Morning News
Tuesday, April 15th, 2025
Good morning, Pittsburgh. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 15th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Forbes has named two Pittsburgh AI startups, Skild AI and Abridge, among the top 50 promising companies. Abridge clarified that its headquarters remain in Pittsburgh and has secured $458 million in funding, including a recent $250 million Series D that valued it at $2.75 billion. WPXI
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Pittsburgh police are asking the public to help locate a 12 year old boy named Jeremiah Beywas—last seen in the Hill District wearing red and black pajamas, a red Nike T shirt, a blue puffy coat, white Crocs and a bookbag with a mouth design; he is about 5 feet 4 inches tall with brown eyes and black hair. WTAE
- ➤ Pittsburgh Jewish organizations said the arson attack on Governor Shapiro’s home early Sunday was a hate crime when state police took suspect Cody Balmer into custody after he set a fire that damaged the area where the family celebrated Passover — though no hate crime charge has been applied. WTAE
- ➤ Pittsburgh Public Safety said police are seeking help to locate 12-year-old Te’Aja Parrotte—last seen Saturday, April 12th on Junilla Street in Middle Hill wearing a black shirt, gray backpack and red Coca-Cola pants or blue jeans, and noted at 4-foot-4 and about 115 pounds while frequenting the Hill District and the library. WTAE
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Pittsburgh Pirates turned in a strong effort on April 14th when pitcher Paul Skenes returned to form to help the team secure a 10-3 victory over the Washington Nationals at PNC Park. WPXI
- ➤ Deborah Abiodun, a talented Nigerian soccer player and Olympian, helped Pitt women's soccer reach the Elite Eight in 2023 and earn ACC honors—she left Pitt after two seasons to begin her pro career and is now on loan to Dallas Trinity from Washington Spirits. The Pitt News
- ➤ Ohio State quarterback Will Howard said he will make teams regret not picking him after meeting with the Pittsburgh Steelers at the NFL Combine in Indianapolis Saturday. He praised Coach Tomlin — who he met with during dinner — and his team's interest, adding that the opportunity close to home makes the chance especially promising. PennLive
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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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The New Mastersounds Live Performance
8 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — $29.50+ — Experience two decades of modern funk and soul with The New Mastersounds as they perform live in Pittsburgh.
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Denzel Curry Live Concert
12:00 PM — Stage AE — Tickets available — Experience the explosive talent of Denzel Curry in a high-energy live performance.
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Bob Dylan Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Benedum Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the legendary Bob Dylan live in concert.
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Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: New & Noted with Marie Benedict & Courtney Sheinmel
7-8:30 p.m. — Carnegie Library Lecture Hall — Registration required — Enjoy a historical adventure unveiling the secrets of Lovelace Academy with bestselling authors Marie Benedict and Courtney Sheinmel.
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WIN-Giving Social Networking Event
5-7 p.m. — Refucilo Winery — $20/person — Connect over refreshments and support community programs through workforce development.
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Different Places In Space Concert
8 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — Tickets required — Enjoy an energetic blend of psych rock and improvisational jams from local and touring bands.
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Turn It Up Dance Challenge Competitions
April 25-27 — Monroeville Convention and Events Center — Entry details available on registration — Experience a fantastic weekend of competitive dancing and entertainment.
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