Pittsburgh
Morning News
Monday, April 27th, 2026
Good morning, Pittsburgh. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 27th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Pittsburgh Toy Lending Library in Shadyside, a non-profit active since the 1970s, offers families themed play sessions and toy borrowing with a $55 annual fee that requires one volunteer shift per month—its centers include a special area for children under two. CBS Pittsburgh
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Fat Head's Saloon on the South Side will permanently close on Sunday after more than 30 years serving locals. The closure ends a long-running neighborhood landmark. CBS Pittsburgh
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Highlands students have been chosen to write and score the animated film 'Finding Alice in Wonderland' that focuses on mental health (produced by Wonder Media and supported by the Grable Foundation), and the movie will premiere May 22 at Woodland Hills High School. The Tribune-Review
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Three peregrine falcon chicks hatched in the Cathedral of Learning nest yesterday amid NFL Draft excitement in Pittsburgh, marking a notable milestone for the beloved falcon pair. WPXI
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Residents in Upper Burrell are concerned about health and noise as TECFusions updates a data center at the former Alcoa campus while township supervisors work on guidelines; a town hall occurs 6 p.m. May 5 at Penn State New Kensington’s theater to discuss the plans. The Tribune-Review
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Former Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin, who retired in January, announced on Sunday (Apr. 26) during an NBA Showtime pregame show with Maria Taylor that he will join NBC Sports' Football Night in America broadcast team this fall after 19 seasons with the team. WPXI
- ➤ At American Family Field on Saturday night, the Pirates fended off Brewers comeback attempts & won 6-3 in 10 innings with key hits from Spencer Horwitz and Nick Gonzales. WPXI
- ➤ Damar Hamlin is hosting a combine for kids at FNB Stadium to keep football fun alive in the Steel City. The event will offer drills and interactive sessions following the NFL Draft. WPXI
- ➤ The Penguins won 4 to 2 on Saturday night to keep their playoff run alive. They will face the Flyers on Monday night at PPG Paints Arena (only a few teams have come back from a three to zero deficit). CBS Pittsburgh
- ➤ Pittsburgh hosted the NFL draft over three days, drawing over 800,000 fans and setting an all-time attendance record (as noted by KDKA's Jessica Riley). CBS Pittsburgh
- ➤ On Saturday, the Steelers drafted Pittsburgh native Eli Heidenreich, a former Navy running back who grew up watching the team and felt their interest before the draft. Local community members in Mt. Lebanon celebrated his milestone (a moment years in the making). WPXI
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Thee Sinseers and The Altons Concert
7-10 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — Ticket required — Experience the soulful sounds of Thee Sinseers and The Altons in an evening of live music.
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Big Something Live Performance
7-10 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — Tickets required — Experience an electrifying night blending rock, funk, and jazz from the unique band Big Something.
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Lily Rose Concert
8-11 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — $46-$109 — Catch the energetic Lily Rose live in concert at this popular local venue.
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Felipe Esparza Live in Pittsburgh
7-10 p.m. — Carnegie Music Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience the comedic genius of Felipe Esparza as he shares wild stories and real-world experiences.
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Mdou Moctar Concert
8-11 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — $73-$217 — Enjoy an electrifying evening with Mdou Moctar's unique sounds at a top Pittsburgh venue.
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Book Launch with Fonda Lee
6-7 p.m. — Hampton Community Center — Ticketed event — Celebrate the release of Fonda Lee's science fiction debut with signed copies and a chance to get personalized books.
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Steel Valley Visions Event
3-4:30 p.m. — The Westmoreland Museum of American Art — Enjoy cocktails and enlightening discussions on Otto August Kuhler's artwork.
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Boots 'N Beats
9 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — $20.17 to $77.01 — Experience a unique fusion of country live music followed by EDM mashups for a night of dancing.
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A.I.M by Kyle Abraham
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Byham Theater — Tickets available — Celebrate a powerful homecoming performance with a pioneering contemporary dance company at the forefront of storytelling and movement.
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Symphonette and Tutti Strings Concert
3:30-9:30 p.m. — PPU Pittsburgh Playhouse — Free with suggested donation — Celebrate Mother's Day with a vibrant afternoon of music from talented young musicians.
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