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Thursday, July 24th, 2025
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Good morning, Pittsburgh. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 24th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local volunteers packed snacks on July 23 to help fight child food insecurity among kids this summer & they said healthy eating is key to better overall success. These efforts aim to support improved nutrition and school readiness in the community. WPXI
- ➤ Millvale community leaders are boosting youth programs with free music classes, summer camps, and meals to help local children thrive during the summer break. Local groups like You Be You (serving around 200 students weekly) and Be Our Neighbor (backed by community grants) work together to fill gaps in care and learning. Pittsburgh City Paper
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On Wednesday afternoon, Pittsburgh police, river rescue and emergency medical services responded at 3:30 p.m. near the 10th Street Bridge to reports of a body in the Monongahela River and recovered the deceased, identified as Eliza Durham, while the medical examiner will determine the cause and manner of death. The Tribune-Review
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Pittsburgh Public Schools reported that between August 26 and June 12, 2025, 10,989 drivers failed to stop for buses with flashing red lights. The data from AI safety cameras by BusPatrol showed that most offenders were first-time violators and the 5300 block of Fifth Avenue saw 392 violations—efforts that aim to protect students as they board buses. PublicSource
- ➤ Pittsburgh-based Duolingo is adding math courses to its free app to help students beat the summer slide by making learning fun like a game. The courses will adjust to each student’s strengths and soon include algebra and calculus + real-life lessons such as budgeting. WTAE
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Pittsburgh Regional Transit will open five new bus stations at Ross Street, William Penn, Market Square, Wood Street, and Steel Plaza on Sunday as part of the $291 million University Line project—designed to connect Downtown, Uptown and Oakland while offering improved seating and canopies. WPXI
- ➤ Pittsburgh city officials and emergency responders held a hearing on emergency response and readiness that focused on lessons from the windstorm which hit western Pennsylvania in April + officials say the discussion will shape plans for better storm response in the future. CBS Pittsburgh
- ➤ The new terminal at Pittsburgh International Airport is more than 90% complete as crews finish the ceiling, flooring, and removal of scaffolding. The Airport Authority will hold a public test run on September 20 (with up to 2,500 registered travelers) before the terminal opens in October (pending final adjustments). WTAE
- ➤ Pittsburgh City Controller Rachael Heisler warned Wednesday that city spending is unsustainable—revenues are not keeping up with the fast pace of spending amid rising budget strains. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
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USPA Level 2 Coach Certification Course
All day — David L. Lawrence Convention Center — Cost info not provided — Enhance your coaching skills with hands-on experience and in-depth training for powerlifting athletes.
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Oil Change Workshop
11 a.m.-1 p.m. — Millvale Tool Library — Free entry — Learn the basics of changing your car's oil in this hands-on workshop.
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Body By Design Grand Re-Opening and Community Wellness Day
2-5 p.m. — Body By Design — Free entry — Celebrate wellness with demos, giveaways, and a community spirit at the new holistic spa location.
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The Mocktail Mixer
6-8 p.m. — Velum Fermentation — Ticketed event — Celebrate Pittsburgh’s sober community with creative zero-proof cocktails and engaging activities.
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Pittsburgh Riverhounds vs Miami FC
7-10 p.m. — Highmark Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a Wicked Theme Night filled with Broadway magic and a postgame Fireworks Frenzy.
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Ellise Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — $49 — Experience an exciting night of live music with Ellise in Pittsburgh.
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Shannon McNally with Blackberry Smoke and Mike Campbell
6:30-8 p.m. — Stage AE — Starting at $102 — Experience a night of Southern rock and folk with Blackberry Smoke, Mike Campbell, and special guest Shannon McNally.
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Falconry: The Sport of Kings
10 AM – 12 PM — National Aviary — Ticketed event — Explore the rich history and practices of falconry with a licensed falconer.
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Tracy Bonham & Jeffrey Gaines Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — City Winery Pittsburgh — Tickets available — Experience a night of alternative music with Tracy Bonham and Jeffrey Gaines.
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Wilco Concert
4:00 – 9:30 PM — Heinz Hall for the Performing Arts — Tickets from $105 — Enjoy an evening of live music with Wilco in a beautiful venue.
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