Pittsburgh
Morning News
Wednesday, May 21st, 2025
Good morning, Pittsburgh. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 21st of May.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ PennDOT said wrong-way driving crashes along Route 30 in Hempfield Township — including an April incident with an 80-year-old driver — have left survivors with severe injuries and that it will review police data before deciding if further safety measures are needed. WPXI
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Reuters reported that Nippon Steel doubled its investment pledge in Pittsburgh-based U.S. Steel — a move that raises its financial commitment for future operations. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Pittsburgh police are investigating antisemitic flyers spread on lawns in the Squirrel Hill area, home to the Tree of Life synagogue attacked in 2018, that claimed the Talmud promoted a Jewish plan for world domination (with flyers found in plastic bags containing corn kernels) and noted a suspect in a light-colored SUV (with Ohio plates) reportedly drove by while shouting insults. PennLive
- ➤ On May 20, a federal judge ordered two Pittsburgh-area nursing home companies to pay over $15 million in restitution for healthcare fraud—Comprehensive Healthcare Management Services LLC must pay more than $12.6 million and serve five years probation while Mt. Lebanon Operations LLC owes over $2.7 million and will serve one year probation based on family accounts of worsening staffing that affected care. The Tribune-Review
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday morning, Pittsburgh’s mayoral primary saw incumbent Ed Gainey and challenger Corey O’Connor cast their ballots at local sites in Lincoln-Lemington and Point Breeze. The candidates stressed their plans to reduce violent crime and boost affordable housing as officials prepare to post results after 8 p.m. The Tribune-Review
- ➤ Retired police officer Tony Moreno won Pittsburgh's GOP mayoral primary and will appear on the November ballot—he had previously run for mayor and defeated his rival to secure the nomination. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Steelers signed pass rusher Jack Sawyer to a four-year contract worth $5.15 million with $950,932 guaranteed after the team drafted him as the No. 123 pick last season. Sawyer recorded 23 sacks at Ohio State (9 in his senior season) and is expected to bolster the team's edge rusher group as he begins his rookie tenure. PennLive
- ➤ Will Howard, the Steelers' sixth-round pick from Ohio State, said he wants to be the franchise's next top player—bringing the gritty style inspired by Ben Roethlisberger. He threw for 4010 yards with 35 touchdowns at Ohio State and now joins Mason Rudolph and Skylar Thompson as one of the most experienced quarterbacks in his class. PennLive
- ➤ Central Valley defeated West Mifflin 3-2 in an 11-inning playoff game that featured an odd umpire decision — a rare call in a high school Class 4A matchup. Hempfield also upset North Allegheny in a separate playoff game. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
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Pittsburgh Thunderbirds vs. Minnesota Wind Chill
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Highmark Stadium — Cost info not provided — Watch the Pittsburgh Thunderbirds compete against the Minnesota Wind Chill on the field.
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Post Malone Live with Jelly Roll
6:30-9:30 p.m. — PNC Park — Ticket prices vary — Experience a blend of pop and hip-hop with chart-topping artist Post Malone and special guest Jelly Roll.
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Southern Avenue Live Performance
8 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — Tickets required — Experience the uplifting sounds of the Grammy-nominated Southern Avenue blending blues, soul, and gospel.
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Christian Singles Paint Night
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Paint Monkey Waterfront — $43 for Hub Members, $58 for Non Hub Members — Unleash your creativity while connecting with local Christian singles in a fun and welcoming environment.
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Nikka Costa Live Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — City Winery Pittsburgh — Ticket prices vary — Experience the vibrant sounds of Nikka Costa on her Dirty Disco Tour.
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American Aquarium Concert
8-11 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — General Admission Tickets — Experience a night of anthemic rock songs reflecting on maturity and balance in life.
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Vampire Weekend Concert
5-9 p.m. — Stage AE — Ticket prices vary — Experience Vampire Weekend live in Pittsburgh as they perform their greatest hits and new tracks from their latest album.
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Heart Attack Man Live
7-11 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — $35.32+ — Rock out with Heart Attack Man and friends for an electrifying evening.
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Madame Clicquot
2-11:30 p.m. — Pittsburgh CLO — Ticket prices vary — Experience the vibrant atmosphere of Madame Clicquot at Byham Theater on June 5th.
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Jon Pardi Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Petersen Events Center — Tickets vary — Experience the neo-traditional sounds of Jon Pardi on his Hollywood Honky Tour.
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