Pittsburgh
Morning News
Friday, July 4th, 2025
Good morning, Pittsburgh. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 4th of July.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Bloomfield-Garfield Corp. bought the former B’Nai Israel synagogue on North Negley Ave and, with BOOM Concepts as the key tenant, will change it into a 500-seat arts and events center that will serve as a hub for local creativity. The group plans to start $350,000 in repairs soon—followed by $1.6 million in upgrades through fall 2029. NEXTpittsburgh
- ➤ Anthrocon, the annual furry convention, began Thursday at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center and continues through Sunday—local officials expect the event to attract over 19,000 attendees and generate nearly $21 million in visitor spending. More than 12,000 hotel rooms have been booked in 21 local hotels, and the nearly 20-year tradition remains a beloved summer attraction in the city. WTAE
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Department of Public Works granted permits for PDP and Flyspace Productions to close the Roberto Clemente Bridge from 9 a.m. Monday, July 7 to 4 p.m. Monday, July 14 and the Andy Warhol Bridge from 9 a.m. Monday, July 7 to 9 a.m. Tuesday, July 15—closures needed for Picklesburgh. Northbound traffic will be detoured via Fort Duquesne Boulevard, the Rachel Carson Bridge, Anderson Street, and East Lacock Street while southbound drivers will use Federal Street, East General Robinson Street, Anderson Street, the Rachel Carson Bridge, and Fort Duquesne Boulevard. Allegheny County
- ➤ The Department of Public Works announced that Penn Avenue Extension in Wilkins and Turtle Creek will close on Monday, July 7 at 9 a.m. for construction of a retaining wall, sidewalk, and guide rail replacement near Aliquippa—traffic will detour via Graham Boulevard, William Penn Highway, Beulah Road, Brown Avenue and Tri-Boro Expressway until work ends in October. Allegheny County
- ➤ The Allegheny County Department of Public Works closed Jacks Run Road Bridge No. 3 over I-279 in Ross Township today after crews found corroded steel in its only pier — officials detoured traffic via Brighton Road, Lincoln Avenue, North Balph Avenue and Bellevue Road while they work to set a timetable for repairs or replacement — and will update the public when a plan is set. WPXI
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Pittsburgh Steelers extended GM Omar Khan’s contract for three years to keep him with the team through 2028—he is entering his 25th season and the deal was announced following key offseason signings such as quarterback Aaron Rodgers. WTAE
-
Free Summer Concerts: Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra
8-8:15 p.m. — South Park Amphitheater — Free entry — Enjoy a performance by the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra in the open air with local food and drinks available.
-
JTTA Music Cruise
4-8 p.m. — Gateway Clipper Fleet — Ticketed event — Enjoy classic hits by Journey, REO, Styx, and Foreigner on a scenic cruise.
-
Bear Ghost Concert
8-11 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — $30.54 — Experience the energetic performance of Bear Ghost in a vibrant venue.
-
Coltt Winter Lepley Album Release Show
7-8:30 p.m. — Club Cafe — 21+ entry — Experience the exciting debut of Coltt Winter Lepley's solo album with full band performance.
-
Vince Gill Live Concert
7-9 p.m. — Heinz Hall for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the soulful sounds of twenty-two-time GRAMMY winner Vince Gill on his summer tour.
-
Tyler Hilton Live Performance
7:30-9 p.m. — City Winery Pittsburgh — Ticketed event — Award-winning musician and actor Tyler Hilton takes the stage for an evening of rock and folk music.
-
The Mekons Live Performance
7:30-9:00 p.m. — City Winery Pittsburgh — Tickets available — Experience the sonic adventures and punk spirit of The Mekons with special guest Johnny Dowd.
-
Dustbowl Revival Live
7:30-9:00 p.m. — City Winery Pittsburgh — Cost info not provided — Experience genre-defying roots music from Dustbowl Revival in the heart of Pittsburgh.
-
Radiant Strings Live Concert
6-8 p.m. — Kingfly Spirits — $50 for entry with drink token — Experience a magical night of music from Bach to Beyoncé with Pittsburgh's favorite musicians.
-
An Evening with Sarah Beth Durst
7-8 p.m. — Greater Pittsburgh Masonic Center — General admission starting at $10 — Enjoy a captivating conversation with bestselling author Sarah Beth Durst and local author Amanda Quain about magic, romance, and new literature.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Courage is being scared to death but saddling up anyway.
Know who said this? Send us an email!
Reveal the authorAbout Pittsburgh Morning News
Welcome to the Pittsburgh Morning News, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania community. If you like the Pittsburgh Morning News, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Pittsburgh.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Pittsburgh and across Pennsylvania. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Pittsburgh Morning News
A free Pittsburgh community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most critical news for the community every day.
- No spam
- Daily emails, only news! We never sell your data.
© Pittsburgh Morning News. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://pittsburghmorning.com/sitemap