Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 21st of July.
Good morning, Pittsburgh.
Pittsburgh celebrities and top local chefs will come together at the 21st annual Recipe For Hope, led by founder Bonny Diver (the longtime morning traffic guide), to cook for a cause that builds on over 20 years of community support.
Haven Cafe joins many local eateries to bolster Bellevue as a food and drink destination.
The cafe, led by Danielle Trenney (who learned cooking and baking with her mom as a child), brings longtime expertise to the neighborhood.
Pittsburgh CLO presents Suffs, a Tony Award-winning musical that weaves local suffrage history with nods to a historic cookbook into the performance at the Benedum Center on Seventh St. The show runs today through Sunday with tickets priced from $49 to $149.
National data shows gas prices reached $4.003 a gallon on Monday (AAA), a level not seen for over a month amid escalating U.S.-Iran tensions.
Local Pittsburgh drivers may soon face higher costs as some stations already charge more than $4 per gallon.
New state laws require schools to offer social media literacy and cyberbullying lessons that address mental, physical and psychological effects — districts must update programs and report AI-related incidents annually to help students navigate digital challenges.
Ancient hemlocks in Cook Forest (southwestern Pa.) show that local old-growth forests offer more than just towering trees like those in California.
Experts say these stands have unique ecological and historical value.
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation said the process to slide the Commercial Street Bridge into alignment with the Parkway is underway today.
Crews slid the nearly complete Commercial Street Bridge 96 feet in seven hours on Sunday + PennDOT officials set and tested concrete for the final bearing pedestal on Monday, keeping the project ahead of schedule.
Allegheny County Health Department will spray six neighborhoods (Edgewood, Garfield, Homewood, Point Breeze, Regent Square, and Wilkinsburg) on Wednesday from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. using Zenivex E20 pesticide to control West Nile virus; if rain occurs, spraying will take place on Thursday.
The FDA determined the positive cyclospora result in a Taylor Farms lettuce sample was false and is working with the company to remove the product from shelves.
Taylor Farms recalled iceberg lettuce from central Mexico distributed from June 29 to July 16 — consumers should discard any recalled product.
Beechview resident Rebecca Skolnicki joins a Pitt trial linking cancer patients with mental health supports after extensive surgery.
The study aims to boost recovery through community and clinical partnerships.
Pittsburgh bars spotlight summer lavender cocktails that mix flavors like espresso and gin — adding a floral twist to classics at local spots such as The Spritzery and Coughlin’s Law Kitchen, where unique seasonal drinks offer a refreshing taste.
An Evening with Harry Connick Jr.
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Heinz Hall for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of exceptional musical talent with Grammy and Emmy Award-winning artist Harry Connick Jr.
Company - The Musical
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Greer Cabaret Theater — Tickets from $90 — Experience the iconic musical Company in an intimate setting and enjoy a night of theatrical excellence.
5 Minutes Or Bust
9:00 – 10:15 PM — Arcade Comedy Theater — Tickets available — Experience a lively comedy show where comedians test their skills for five minutes on stage.
Schenley Plaza 20th Anniversary Jubilee
11 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Schenley Plaza — Free entry — Celebrate 20 years of Schenley Plaza with music, family fun, and live entertainment in Oakland.
Secret Sinema: Jaws & Dazed and Confused Screening
5-11:59 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — $24.75 — Enjoy classic films Jaws and Dazed and Confused with vintage market, free popcorn, and tattoos.
Pittsburgh Riverhounds vs. FC Tulsa
6:00-8:00 p.m. — F.N.B. Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Witness an exciting USL match between the Riverhounds and FC Tulsa.
Everclear Concert
8-11 p.m. — Jergel's Rhythm Grille — $68.15 - $84.65 — Experience an unforgettable evening with the iconic rock band Everclear at this lively venue.
Tacos and Tequila Festival Pittsburgh 2026
1:30-3:00 p.m. — EQT Park — Cost information not provided — Celebrate delicious tacos and tequila in a festive atmosphere.
NeYo with Akon Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — The Pavilion at Star Lake — Tickets available starting January 30 — Experience the dynamic collaboration of NeYo and Akon live in concert.
JGBG & Terpene Station Tribute
8-11 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — $20.17 — Celebrate the music and memory of Jerry Garcia with high-octane bluegrass and Grateful Dead tributes.
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