Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 9th of July.
Good morning, Pittsburgh.
Police responded to a vehicle crash early Tuesday at Cloud King on Brookline Boulevard when an SUV hit the front of the business—officials say the cause remains unknown and it is unclear if anyone was injured.
Pittsburgh-based EQT Corp. bought local competitor Olympus Energy for $1.8B last week to boost its hold on natural gas fields in southwestern Pennsylvania amid rising demand.
The deal gives EQT control of more than 100,000 acres (mostly in Allegheny and Westmoreland counties) while the industry looks to meet growing gas needs.
A Carnegie man, James Brandon Lewis, 41, was arrested on three felony counts of aggravated cruelty to animals and six misdemeanor counts of neglect after police said he left his three dogs outside in hot June without food or water — one dog suffered brain swelling and died and his preliminary hearing is set for July 24.
Government agencies, environmental groups and universities will survey Ross and Shaler this summer for abandoned oil and gas wells that may leak harmful gases—using metal-detecting drones and backpack magnetometers to locate them.
Residents can join an open house at Hackers Guild from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on July 15 to learn about the project and the plugging efforts.
Former Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger urged the team to let rookie Will Howard compete with Mason Rudolph for the backup spot behind Aaron Rodgers in the preseason.
Head coach Mike Tomlin praised Howard’s early spring work and said the evaluation process has only just begun.
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.
Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix
8 a.m.—5 p.m. — Schenley Park — Admission details not specified — Experience the thrilling Vintage GP Race and enjoy the Cortile festivities.
Allegheny County Wine & Spirits Festival 2025
2-8 p.m. — Hartwood Acres Park — Save up to $10 on admission — Experience regional wines and spirits amidst the stunning backdrop of a Tudor Mansion.
Gospel Sunday at the Northside Mysic Festival
GOSPEL SUNDAY at the Northside Music Festival — Sunday, July 20 | Allegheny Commons East Park — Free Admission! Open to All. 10a–2p, 5–8p — A day of live music, faith, food, and family fun!
Gospel Sunday at the Northside Mysic Festival
GOSPEL SUNDAY at the Northside Music Festival — Sunday, July 20 | Allegheny Commons East Park — Free Admission! Open to All. 10a–2p, 5–8p — A day of live music, faith, food, and family fun!
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