Pittsburgh
Morning News
Sunday, April 27th, 2025
Good morning, Pittsburgh. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 27th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Roberto Clemente Bridge is closed today for most of the weekend—drivers are advised to use alternate routes. WPXI
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Crews from multiple Pittsburgh fire companies fought a large warehouse fire at the CleanCare facility on 51st Street in Lawrenceville today, with the blaze mostly knocked down by shortly after 11 a.m. & no injuries reported. The Tribune-Review
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A man was shot in the Hill District early Saturday morning and is in critical condition according to a release from the Pittsburgh Department — police are investigating the incident. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Survivors and family members of those killed in the Tree of Life synagogue shooting spoke to tenth grade students at Seneca Valley School District on Friday to stress the importance of unity and rejecting hate. Survivor Audrey Glickman (who hid during the Oct. 27 incident in Squirrel Hill that left 11 dead) urged the students to work together for a safer future. WTAE
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Carla and Ecco, the peregrine falcon pair nesting high on the Cathedral of Learning, welcomed their first two hatchlings on April 26—a sign of a promising start to their breeding season. WPXI
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Pittsburgh Steelers selected Iowa defensive tackle Yahya Black in the fifth round of the NFL Draft—he visited the team before the draft and is expected to strengthen the run defense with his addition. PennLive
- ➤ Ohio State quarterback Will Howard joined the Pittsburgh Steelers and told NFL teams he will make them regret not picking him—he praised the team dinner with Coach Tomlin and others and said he will work hard even if he does not start immediately. The rookie is eager to prove himself as he begins his NFL career. PennLive
- ➤ The Pittsburgh Steelers signed record-breaking Pitt kicker Ben Sauls to an undrafted free agent contract, and he set a 57-yard field goal record during his last season — a record that may help him show his elite range in preseason training. He will try his skills in training and could earn a roster spot if his performance matches his college record. PennLive
- ➤ The Seattle Seahawks selected Alabama quarterback Jalen Milroe in the third round and he will join as backup to Sam Darnold—ending his pursuit by the Steelers. His performance at the Senior Bowl raised his profile despite struggles with processing and accuracy, and the Seahawks will work to improve his game. PennLive
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Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Chicago Cubs
6:40 p.m. — PNC Park — Cheap tickets available — Experience the thrill of a live baseball game between two iconic teams.
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Retirement Navigation Workshop
6:30 PM – 8:30 PM — Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse — Free entry — A dinner workshop filled with essential strategies to safeguard your retirement against key risks.
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AJJ Solo Concert
7-11 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — $20 — Experience the intimate sounds of AJJ's folk punk melodies in a cozy setting.
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Come From Away
7:30 p.m. — Benedum Center for the Performing Arts — $ — Experience a heartwarming musical about compassion and community during a historic moment in time.
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Woodland Creatures
8 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — Tickets required — Experience an enchanting evening of Americana music featuring Woodland Creatures, Liz Berlin, and Chet Vincent.
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Bruce Hornsby Live in Concert
7-9 p.m. — Byham Theater — Tickets from $93 — Experience Bruce Hornsby's electrifying performance packed with pop anthems and stunning visuals.
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DJ Brownie and DJ Greenie Performance
8-11 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — $15 to $20 — Enjoy a night of diverse beats with DJ Brownie and DJ Greenie keeping the dance floor alive.
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Katie Pruitt Live Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Spirit — $35 — Experience an evening of soulful tunes with Katie Pruitt at Spirit Hall in Pittsburgh.
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Trevor Wallace: The Alpha Beta Male
7-8:30 p.m. — Byham Theater — Ticket limit: 6 per customer — Enjoy a night of laughs with stand-up comedian Trevor Wallace, known for his viral social media presence.
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Pittsburgh Power and Fitness Festival
9:00 – 10:30 AM — David L. Lawrence Convention Center — No refunds — Test your strength at this competitive powerlifting event featuring categories for all skill levels.
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