Sunday, June 8th, 2025
Good morning, Pittsburgh. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 8th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Buffalo Bills player Damar Hamlin — a McKees Rocks native — will host a weekend of events to benefit Pittsburgh kids; he will kick off a youth football camp on Friday, June 13th at Sto-Rocks High School and lead a celebrity basketball game called Hoops for Hearts on Saturday, June 14th at Duquesne University’s Cooper Fieldhouse. On Sunday, June 15th, CPR and AED training at Mellon Park and a high school football All-Star Game will offer further ways for the community to come together. WPXI
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Giant Eagle announced a second wave of 17 Rite Aid locations transitioning prescriptions with effective dates from June 10 to June 13—this includes several sites in Pittsburgh where customers will be able to fill their prescriptions once regulatory approvals and customary closing conditions are met. The move follows the previous transition of 78 locations and aims to offer continued pharmacy services. CBS Pittsburgh
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Aaron Rodgers signed his one-year contract with the Pittsburgh Steelers on Saturday, June 7 — he will join the team as they prepare for the upcoming season. WPXI
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Miami Marlins vs. Pittsburgh Pirates
6:40 – 8:10 PM — PNC Park — Ticket prices vary — Catch the thrilling matchup as the Marlins take on the Pirates in MLB action.
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Slightly Stoopid's Step Into The Sun Summer Tour
6-8 p.m. — Stage AE — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of reggae-infused tunes with Slightly Stoopid and special guests.
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A Night in Athens: The Music of R.E.M. and the B-52s
7:30-9 p.m. — City Winery Pittsburgh — Cost info not provided — Experience an evening filled with the iconic sounds of R.E.M. and the B-52s.
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Less Than Jake Live
7:00 – 8:30 PM — Stage AE — Ticket prices vary — Experience the high-energy ska punk performance from the legendary Less Than Jake during their Summer Circus Tour.
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Camelot
7:30 p.m. — Benedum Center for the Performing Arts — Tickets On Sale NOW! — Experience the legendary tale of love and betrayal in a mystical realm through timeless music.
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Deerhoof Live Performance
7-9 p.m. — Spirit — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate 31 years of Deerhoof's inventive music blending rock, jazz, and surrealism.
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Adam Ray Live
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Heinz Hall for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices start at $119 — Enjoy a night of laughter with comedian Adam Ray in a premier venue.
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Kings of Soul Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Heinz Hall for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the iconic hits of classic soul legends with a stunning live performance.
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John Carroll Kirby Concert
7-9 p.m. — Stage AE — Tickets available from $100 — Experience an evening of live music with John Carroll Kirby.
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Latina Legends Brunch
12-1:30 p.m. — City Winery Pittsburgh — Tickets from $155 — Celebrate Latina culture over brunch with great company and food.
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