Good morning, Pittsburgh.

Allegheny County health officials proposed an 18-week paid parental leave plan and opened a 30-day public comment period Wednesday.

Local small business owners worry the new rules could drive up costs and change hiring practices before the plan may be adopted in July.

Officials announced Thursday that Loews Hotels signed a letter of intent to build a new hotel linked to the David L.

Lawrence Convention Center. The project will include 500 beds & a restaurant and create 1,600 union jobs with a $418 million investment and $30 million state funds.

Demolition is underway at Tree of Life Synagogue nearly eight years after the 2018 attack as officials begin an extensive rebuild.

The renovated facility will include a museum, exhibition space, classrooms, a social hall, and a 300-seat sanctuary slated to open in 2028.

The Millvale Music Festival will take place this weekend, featuring over 300 musical acts on 30+ stages in Millvale and offering local music fans a day of diverse live performances.

Pittsburgh Public Schools uses a Hogwarts-style house system at Mifflin PreK-8 to build community and improve student behavior.

The program, piloted in nine middle schools today with 13 more planned for fall, rewards teamwork and academic effort among students, teachers (and staff).

Ross/West View EMS launched its new pre-hospital blood program for North Hills and used it to stabilize a Ross man with life-threatening injuries.

The service will host a blood drive at 5325 Perrysville Ave on Wednesday, May 27 + plans quarterly drives to broaden early care.

Steelers fans are booking trips as travel agencies and Pittsburgh International Airport prepare for the team’s first NFL regular-season game in Paris on Oct.

25 — the Steelers will face the New Orleans Saints while packages include day trips to explore the French countryside.

Carmichaels senior Bailey Barnyak (starting since freshman year) posted strong stats as the Mikes' starting pitcher in the WPIAL/City League final regular season.

Her performance marked another stellar year for the team.

Fort Cherry’s Colton Temple won his second home run crown in the WPIAL/City League final regular season baseball statistics — the first such feat in nearly 20 years — as the Post-Gazette compiled the record for local high school baseball.

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.

Chicago Cubs at Pittsburgh Pirates

6:40-7:10 p.m. — PNC Park — Special ticket event for Grogu Bobblehead — Celebrate Star Wars Night with the Pirates while enjoying a thrilling baseball game.

Austin Nasso Live Comedy Performance

7-8:30 p.m. — Pittsburgh Improv — Tickets required — Enjoy a night of laughter with Austin Nasso's comedic performance.

lespecial: Tentacle Difficulties Concert

7-11 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — Ticket required — Experience an electrifying live performance by lespecial in Pittsburgh.

The Hell Club Live Performance

8:00 – 11:59 PM — Spirit Lodge — $20-$40 — Experience the debut live show of The Hell Club with support from Vireo in a night of soulful indie rock and eco-folk sounds.