Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 20th of June.
Good morning, Pittsburgh.
KDKA Radio remembered Greg McAtee, a longtime traffic reporter and dedicated sports fan who died Friday after a long battle with cancer.
His family is planning a celebration of life to honor his legacy.
South Side is launching a summer-long festival on East Carson Street to draw visitors and improve safety.
The event aims to change the area’s image.
A Pittsburgh detective launches Riding Into the Future—a horseback riding program for inner-city children.
The summer initiative partners with 4H and Sunnibel Stables in Washington County and will offer horse care lessons, riding skills and confidence building opportunities.
The Dr. John P. Ruffing VMD Pet Food Pantry is moving to a vacant lot in Pittsburgh's central North Side after eviction from its volunteer home.
Founder Sue Kerr said the pantry is quickly sorting donations for 300+ people & needs volunteers and donations to keep serving the community.
International entertainer DJ Pauly D will perform on July 5 at Acrisure Stadium during the free Pennsylvania World Cup Fan Zone, with Brett Young entertaining on July 4.
The multi-day event also features soccer watch parties, youth clinics, and family activities celebrating America 250.
Pittsburgh’s annual Juneteenth celebration returns downtown at Market Square, Liberty Avenue and Point State Park, with a parade starting at 11 a.m. today that brings together music, vendors and community activities supporting Black-owned businesses and honoring African American culture.
Yesterday, the Citizen Science Lab opened its innovation center on Herron Avenue in the Hill District by converting the old MLK Reading and Cultural Center into a STEM lab for youth (local leaders attended the ribbon cutting) as it aims to boost science opportunities.
More than half of Allegheny County’s school districts plan to raise property taxes next school year as low property assessments and steep tax refunds strain budgets — county officials are now taking public comments on a proposal to reassess property values by 2028 to improve funding stability.
City of Pittsburgh and Reading Ready Pittsburgh announced on Thursday at Phillips Recreation Center that Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library will expand to boost children’s access to free books.
The Department of Public Works announced overnight closures of I-279 southbound next week for demolition of Jacks Run Bridge No. 3 near Bellevue Road and Kane Lane in Ross (with detours in place and left lane northbound closing nightly from 7 pm to 6 am) as work is weather-dependent.
PennDOT says a controlled blast to demolish part of the old Commercial Street Bridge will not affect nearby homes because an 800-foot safety radius does not extend to Walnut Towers or the Reserve at Summerset (which has no residences).
Parkway East will fully close three weeks from Friday.
After the Westmoreland County Redevelopment Authority demolished a condemned house next door to Bill Johnas’ home on Fifth Avenue in New Kensington earlier this week, his property now has holes where shared breezeways once existed; Johnas estimates repairs will cost about $20,000 and seeks legal help to shift the repair bill.
The Colorado Rockies beat the Pirates 4-3 on Friday after pinch-hitter Braxton Fulford hit a two-run double in the eighth to clinch the win & Pirates’ Paul Skenes is set to start in Saturday’s series game at Coors Field.
Roméo and Juliette
3-6 p.m. — New Hazlett Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience a fresh, immersive production of Gounod’s Roméo & Juliette in Pittsburgh.
Passion Pit Concert
7-9 p.m. — Stage AE — Ticket prices vary — Experience the vibrant sounds of Passion Pit with friends dancing along.
Speed Dating for Singles in Pittsburgh
7-9 p.m. — Smiling Moose Brewing — Ticket required — Meet up to 12 potential matches in a fun and safe environment for a chance at love.
TopGolf Fundraiser Event
6-9 p.m. — Topgolf Pittsburgh — Join for a fun night of golfing, snacks, and drinks — Support a great cause benefiting children in need of permanent families.
Cincinnati Reds vs. Pittsburgh Pirates
6:00-7:10 p.m. — PNC Park — $10 Loaded Value included — Celebrate West Virginia University Night with baseball and exclusive giveaways.
Knights of the Arcade Comedy Show
— 75 minutes — Arcade Comedy Theater — $15, $10 for college students — Experience a hilarious D&D comedy adventure with audience participation and charismatic characters.
Devora Live Performance
6:00 – 10:30 PM — Crafthouse Stage & Grill — Ticket prices vary — Experience the unique fusion of outlaw country and dark pop with multimedia artistry by DEVORA.
Tunes At The Terminal: PAPPY SOLO
5-8 p.m. — Strip District Terminal — Free entry — Enjoy live local music in a vibrant atmosphere at one of Pittsburgh's iconic gathering spots.
Speed Dating for Singles in Pittsburgh
7-9 p.m. — Smiling Moose Brewing — $30 ticket — Meet up to 12 potential matches in a fun and friendly atmosphere.
WILLIS Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — Entry for 18+ or with guardians — Experience the evolving sound of indie rock with WILLIS and The Booyah! Kids.
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