Thursday, June 19th, 2025

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Good morning, Pittsburgh. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of June.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, Nippon Steel and U.S. Steel finalized their merger deal — agreeing to keep their headquarters in Pittsburgh. CBS Pittsburgh
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A man was stabbed during a domestic dispute at 4:30 p.m. Tuesday on Wilner Drive in East Hills and was taken to a hospital in stable condition in Penn Hills Township—police are investigating the incident. WTAE
- ➤ Authorities are searching for 11-year-old Darayia Preston, who was last seen around 4:30 p.m. on Sunday on the 7100 block of Race Street in Homewood—officials say she might be in Northview Heights, Rhine Place or the Pressley High Rise, and she is described as 5'6, weighing 120 pounds with brown eyes and black hair, urging anyone with information to call 412-323-7141 or 911. WTAE
- ➤ Pittsburgh police are searching for an 11-year-old girl reported missing on June 18—officials ask anyone with helpful tips to come forward immediately. WPXI
- ➤ First responders arrived just before 5 a.m. Wednesday at Liberty Avenue & Smithfield Street in Downtown Pittsburgh, where they found a man with stab wounds on his upper torso and back who was taken to the hospital in critical condition while police continue investigating with no suspects identified. KDKA
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Pittsburgh's Juneteenth festivities are getting underway today in Mellon Park with food vendors, craft booths, health screenings and music performances plus a parade set in Downtown Pittsburgh on Saturday. Federal offices and public services are closed for the federal holiday while the events run daily from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. through Sunday. CBS Pittsburgh
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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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Manual Lymph Drainage Certification Course
8 a.m. — Pittsburgh School of Massage Therapy — Course fee applies — Learn the art of lymphatic drainage through hands-on training and expert lectures.
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Paint & Sip Night
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Mellon Square — Ticket required — Unleash your creativity with a guided painting session while sipping beverages in a breathtaking outdoor setting.
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Say She She Concert
8-12 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — $31.16 — Experience the vibrant sounds of Say She She in a lively Pittsburgh setting.
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Rich Zabinski Quartet
7-10 p.m. — Kingfly Spirits — Free entry — Experience an evening of smooth jazz rhythms with Rich Zabinski and Friends.
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Pittsburgh Riveters SC vs. Steel City FC
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Highmark Stadium — Tickets required — Watch an exciting local soccer match featuring Pittsburgh's teams.
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Kyle Mooney - The Real Me / Fake Me Tour
6-7:30 p.m. — Spirit — All ages — Enjoy a night of music and comedy with Kyle Mooney, known for his unique artistic vision and SNL legacy.
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Bear Hands Live Concert
8-11 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — $35.32 general admission — Experience a night of live music with Bear Hands and OK Cowgirl.
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