Pittsburgh
Morning News
Wednesday, April 30th, 2025
Good morning, Pittsburgh. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 30th of April.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A man in Pittsburgh died after being electrocuted by live wires on Tuesday evening, officials said. CBS Pittsburgh
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Jennifer DeSalvo started The Bark Barn in Sewickley Hills to give pets a quiet, caring place after she missed her beloved rescue, Brody—she built it to treat pets like family. The facility offers boarding at $40 a day for dogs and $18 a day for cats, and a new grooming service will be added later this year—continuing her commitment to personalized pet care. The Tribune-Review
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Pittsburgh’s Three Rivers Arts Festival will take place this summer and will feature a new venue — offering fresh music and star-studded performances for local audiences. CBS Pittsburgh
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ With less than a month before the May primary, all four Pittsburgh mayoral candidates will meet Tuesday night at a forum to discuss their plans for the city+ details on the venue and schedule have yet to be released. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
- ➤ On Tuesday, Pittsburgh Regional Transit held the first of three public hearings on proposed service cuts that include a 40% reduction and ending service after 11 p.m.—Riders then gathered at a Save Our Service rally to share their concerns about how these changes would affect their daily commutes. Additional hearings are scheduled through June. WTAE
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Pittsburgh Steelers invited Eddie Faulkner IV—son of running backs coach Eddie Faulkner and a standout at Slippery Rock—to join their rookie minicamp, where he will try to prove his NFL skills. He earned All-PSAC West honors twice and now looks to secure a role with his team. PennLive
- ➤ Drivers in Pittsburgh will face road closures — beginning at noon on May 2 along the Boulevard of the Allies and lasting until Sunday — as the DICK’S Sporting Goods Marathon weekend draws 46,000 participants. City officials advise planning extra travel time since the detours will affect downtown traffic during the race events. WTAE
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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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