Pittsburgh
Morning News
Tuesday, April 29th, 2025
Good morning, Pittsburgh. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 29th of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A funeral home director with offices in Pittsburgh and Natrona Heights is accused of defrauding thousands of pet owners by taking money for burials and cremations while reportedly disposing of pet bodies improperly—authorities are investigating the allegations. CBS Pittsburgh
- ➤ Pittsburgh funeral home owner Patrick Vereb faced charges of theft, receiving stolen property, and deceptive business practices after he allegedly took more than $650,000 from over 6,500 pet owners for services he did not perform—many pets were reportedly dumped in a landfill instead of being cremated properly. KDKA
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Club Cafe, a popular South Side music venue that closed at the end of 2024, is set to reopen this summer under new owners from Keystone Artist Connect + co-founded by Maddy Lafferty and Danielle Mashuda. The new team will keep the venue’s music tradition alive while adding food, booking options and artist residencies. WPXI
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today the Allegheny County Elections Division announced that mail-in ballots for the May 20 primary are on their way to voters who requested them, and the County Office Building is open for in-person voting from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.—voter registration closes May 5 and mail-in ballot applications end May 13. Satellite offices will offer services on May 10 and 11 as part of an effort to help voters participate in the upcoming election. Allegheny County
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Steelers signed veteran wide receiver Robert Woods to a one-year $2 million deal+ he brings 12 years of experience to strengthen the team's offense. The team expects him to play a key role in upcoming games. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
- ➤ The Pittsburgh Penguins and head coach Mike Sullivan agreed to part ways on Monday as announced by Hockey Operations GM Kyle Dubas—who praised Sullivan’s dedication and noted his contributions to the team’s back-to-back Cups. The team said it will begin a search for a new head coach immediately. WPXI
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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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The Rasmus Concert
5:30-8:30 p.m. — The Crafthouse Stage & Grill — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a live performance by the Finnish rock band that has captivated audiences since 1994.
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Herb Alpert & The Tijuana Brass Concert
7:30 PM - 1:30 AM — Byham Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience an unforgettable evening with Herb Alpert playing classic hits from his iconic catalog.
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