Pittsburgh
Morning News
Thursday, May 7th, 2026
Good morning, Pittsburgh. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 7th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Pittsburgh residents can shop at three CitiParks farmers markets starting May, each offering fresh local produce and themed events. The Squirrel Hill market opens May 10 at the Beacon and Bartlett parking lot, Carrick on May 27 at 1529 Brownsville Rd, and Northside on May 29 at Allegheny Commons Park. WPXI
- ➤ Mayor Corey O'Connor and CitiParks announced nearly 300 chairs and loungers will be placed in city pools on June 15, the opening day. Families will access the new additions on a first-come, first-served basis while season passes are available at Oliver Bath House and other outdoor pool locations. WTAE
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ PNC now requires employees to work in the office five days a week and has set up a shuttle service + backup childcare support to ease the transition. Some workers posted worries online about longer commutes and managing childcare. Pittsburgh City Paper
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Pittsburgh hosts a full weekend of festivals, arts and markets with events including roller skating at Market Square + jazz poetry at Alphabet City, the May Market at Phipps and community celebrations at Schenley Park from today through Sunday. NEXTpittsburgh
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Canon-McMillan School District will end Chromebook use for K-2 students today, saying they learn best from direct interaction (research supports the change). It also reinstates hardcover books and adjusts cellphone rules for older classes, while tech classes continue. KDKA
- ➤ On Wednesday, May 6, Pittsburgh Lincoln PreK-5 students braved rain to join the Walk and Roll to School event by walking, biking, and hoverboarding from Liberty Green Park to school, an effort that Principal Pamela Parks and Mayor Corey O’Connor say promotes safe, active transportation (supporting healthy habits). WTAE
- ➤ High school seniors in Jeannette gained career skills and confidence at an etiquette dinner held Tuesday evening by the Jeannette Educational Foundation, Hoffman Wealth Management, and DeNunzio’s Restaurant. Teacher Liz Aquino led lessons on table manners, eye contact, and phone use to help students succeed in interviews and business meals. The Tribune-Review
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Residents in Parks Township attended a meeting at the Volunteer Fire Department yesterday, where Army Corps officials explained the $500 million nuclear waste cleanup that began April 7 and detailed the excavation and safety process while some still asked for clearer emergency plans. The Tribune-Review
- ➤ Pittsburgh's 2025 report showed a $44M deficit ($687M revenue, $732M spending). City Controller Rachael Heisler urged local investment to boost a market noted for affordable home buying. KDKA
- ➤ Officials proposed a $111.57M school budget that will raise the millage rate from 31.51 to 32.46, increasing taxes 3% (adding about $224 annually for a home assessed at $237,300). A final vote is scheduled at 7 p.m. June 8 at 1775 McLaughlin Run Road. The Tribune-Review
- ➤ PennDOT will stop traffic on southbound Route 51 in Pleasant Hills for major roadway work including milling, resurfacing, and bridge preservation. The stops will occur today and Friday nights (8:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m.) (between Mall Drive and East Bruceton Road). WPXI
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Public Citizen's report indicates several local hospitals may be at risk of closure due to federal budget cuts—no final decisions have been confirmed yet. CBS Pittsburgh
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Former Pirates outfielder and coach Bob Skinner, who won World Series titles with both the Pirates and Cardinals, died Monday at 94 in San Diego, leaving behind a lasting legacy in Pittsburgh baseball history. WPXI
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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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Nastie Band Live Performance
8-11 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — $22.99 — Experience the avant-garde sounds of Nastie Band featuring eclectic performances and a unique atmosphere.
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Discover Medicare Presentation
6-7 p.m. — Brentwood Library — Free entry — Understand how Medicare works and explore your options in this educational seminar.
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Daisy Grenade Live
8-11 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — $30.47 to $36.90 — Experience an electrifying night with Daisy Grenade and Vienna Vienna in Pittsburgh.
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Khairy Creek Live Comedy Special
9 PM – 12 AM — Arcade Comedy Theater — Check event page for pricing — An unforgettable night of humor that resonates beyond just laughs.
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Don Toliver Live Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — PPG Paints Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience an electrifying performance by the renowned rapper Don Toliver.
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