Pittsburgh
Morning News
Thursday, April 30th, 2026
Good morning, Pittsburgh. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 30th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Five Upper St. Clair High School tenth graders will run the Pittsburgh Marathon Relay this weekend in honor of their friend Sam Levine, who died from brain cancer last December. They aim to raise $5,000 for the ChadTough Defeat DIPG Foundation as a tribute to his perseverance. CBS Pittsburgh
- ➤ 412 Food Rescue collected leftover food from last week's NFL Draft in Pittsburgh to help feed local residents. The group gathered 43,000 pounds (aiming for 60,000 pounds) worth about $118,153. CBS Pittsburgh
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Chartiers Valley teacher Chris Meyer received the WTAE Teacher of the Month award in April for teaching real-world business skills and running a student coffee shop at his high school — he also partnered with Officer Kelsch on a program linking students with local law enforcement. WTAE
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Allegheny County Council voted Tuesday to move forward a grant program that gives 32 EMS providers grants of about $30,000 for equipment repairs and upgrades. The Budget and Finance Committee will review the proposal on May 6, with a full vote to follow. The Tribune-Review
- ➤ Allegheny County Executive Sara Innamorato announced yesterday the Forward with Families initiative to boost local childcare and after-school programs and add 5,000 new slots over five years at an event at the Northern Area Clubhouse (Boys & Girls Clubs of Western Pennsylvania) with community partners. Allegheny County
- ➤ A bill to create separate high school sports playoffs for public schools and private, Catholic, and charter schools (aiming to level competition) moves forward in the state House today. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Ben Roethlisberger questioned the Steelers' choice to select Penn State quarterback Drew Allar, saying his talent may not match the team’s needs as the season approaches. His remarks add to the growing local debate over the pick. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
- ➤ Tonight, the Penguins play in Philadelphia and need one win to force a Game 7, which would join only 10 NHL teams in history to overcome a 3-0 series deficit. WPXI
- ➤ Ray Goss — the voice of Duquesne Basketball for 58 years — died Tuesday at 89 after a car crash, ending his near 1,000-game streak and leaving a legacy celebrated by the community. WPXI
- ➤ Franklin Regional won on a walk-off walk against Plum in a close game today. Coach Bob Saddler said he was pleased with his team's performance as they secured a dramatic high school win. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
- ➤ Hundreds of thousands of football fans celebrated Pittsburgh's NFL Draft over the weekend, with over 300,000 gathering on Thursday at the North Shore and Point State Park to break the city's single-event record. Next year’s event will move to Washington, D.C. Pittsburgh City Paper
- ➤ The Dick's Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon, the largest ever, is set for next weekend and will draw over 50,000 runners while closing 26 miles of streets across 14 neighborhoods - it also features the country's largest kids running event with 50 local charities benefiting. WTAE
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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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Marc Broussard Concert
7-10 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — General Admission — Experience the soulful sounds of acclaimed musician Marc Broussard live in Pittsburgh.
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Black Veil Brides Concert
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Stage AE — Tickets available — Experience the electric performance of Black Veil Brides in a rock event not to be missed.
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