Good morning, Pittsburgh.

Pastor Michael Anthony Day of Legacy International Worship Center is planning a town hall meeting to address youth violence and public disturbances downtown — the Pittsburgh Public Safety Department director will attend, and details will be confirmed soon.

Trib Total Media will launch Newsworks Lab on Pittsburgh’s North Shore this month, led by award-winning journalist Andrew Conte.

The $1.25 million project strives to boost accountability reporting through investigative partnerships with local colleges and news outlets.

Oakmont’s RCAC partnered with ACCESS in April to launch the Twin-Boro Van Service for seniors and people with disabilities around Allegheny County.

The wheelchair-accessible van (holding 14 people) costs $1 per trip and serves Oakmont, Verona, and Penn Hills.

Allegheny CleanWays, an Etna nonprofit led by Caily Grube since 2023, held cleanup events and raised about $1 million before the NFL Draft, and will use the money to keep 50 miles of highway free of litter for two years.

Breeze Airways launched a nonstop flight from Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) to Louisville, Ky, yesterday, providing a direct travel option for passengers.

A new roller-skating rink opened today in Market Square while officials introduced a chaperone policy for minors at the Downtown gathering spa to support community safety.

Pittsburgh is gearing up for a busy summer with Pittonkatonk starting today at Vietnam Veterans Pavilion, and free concerts and music festivals lined up at venues like South Park Amphitheater, Hartwood Acres and TRAF at Arts Landing.

The season features a mix of local and headlining acts across multiple weekends.

Congressmen Ro Khanna and Chris Deluzio visited steel plants in Leetsdale and Koppel on May 7 to discuss boosting local manufacturing against competitive pressures from China using tax credits & industrial investment.

Residents near Donegal will have a chance to question plans for mine wastewater discharge as DEP holds a hearing on June 16 at St. Raymond of the Mountains Parish (170 School House Road) in Donegal Township, and a permit decision is expected on Aug.

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Iyanna Bridges leads a Black-centered doula training program at The Birthing Hut that offers a three-month cohort with weekly two-hour classes, hands-on instruction plus mentorship to help combat racial disparities in local maternal care.

A Tuesday inspection by the Allegheny County Health Department in Oakland found 14 violations at Caribbean Village Fusion, including four high-risk issues (dirty food contact surfaces and decomposed rodents), and the restaurant must fix them within 10 days or face closure.

Penguins GM Kyle Dubas signed contract extensions with forward Connor Dewar and defenseman Ilya Solovyov as part of an active offseason, with Dewar earning a two-year deal through the 2027 — 28 season at an average of $2.25 million per year after a 30-point season.

The Penguins re-signed free-agent forward Connor Dewar to a two-year contract and defenseman Ilya Solovyov to a one-year deal ahead of the 2026-27 season; Dewar posted 30 points last season while Solovyov joined the team in January.

Aaron Rodgers is in Pittsburgh from Friday through the weekend to discuss his contract with the Steelers.

The team placed him on an unrestricted free agent tender that may earn them a draft pick if he signs with another team by July 22.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Discover Medicare Presentation

6-7 p.m. — Brentwood Library — Free entry — Understand how Medicare works and explore your options in this educational seminar.

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.

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.

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.

Thank You Scientist Live Concert

8-9:30 p.m. — Spirit — Fee-free, cash-only tickets available — Experience a night of progressive rock with Thank You Scientist and Wired Tae The Moon.