Good morning, Pittsburgh.

Last Sunday, a three-mile stretch of Lawrenceville and the Strip District was closed to cars for the final OpenStreetsPGH event of the year, drawing locals for fitness classes + food sampling.

The event was hosted by nonprofit Bike Pittsburgh.

Schenley Plaza turns 20 today with live music, food, and community activities near the Carnegie Museums (and opposite the Cathedral of Learning), marking its transformation from a parking lot to a vibrant gathering place.

A block party held Sunday morning near Hillcrest Seventh-day Adventist Church offered free health screenings and family-friendly activities for locals.

The festive event (a community favorite) brought residents together for health checks and fun.

Columbia Gas has launched a rebate program for small commercial customers who pay the Energy Efficiency Rider on their bills.

Eligible businesses can earn up to $2,000 in rebates for new high efficiency equipment on a first come first served basis.

Franklin Regional graduate Ryan Park earned a Tony Award nomination for his work on Broadway musical The Lost Boys.

The Carnegie Mellon alumnus credited his high school theater experience (where he learned teamwork and creativity) for inspiring his stage designs.

On Sunday morning, 4 The Record aired the second part of a series featuring local father Gary Cuccia, who advises teens not to break up alone.

He uses school assemblies to share his experience and educate young people on dating violence.

State lawmakers relaxed school water testing rules by changing the reporting threshold from any lead detection to only levels above 5 parts per billion + the measure was added during last-minute budget talks and met with criticism from environmental advocates.

PennDOT confirmed the Parkway East Commercial Street Bridge will reopen later today after crews replaced the old deck with a new one — the $95 million project is ahead of schedule, though officials did not specify the exact time.

Dr. Matthew Lehrer, a sleep expert at the University of Pittsburgh, says keeping a steady sleep schedule—aiming for 7 to 9 hours a night—can boost mood and energy.

The CDC reports that many adults lack enough sleep, so simple changes like morning light and a cool, dark room could help.

Dozens of suburban property sales took place this week in eastern Pittsburgh, involving transactions in Churchill, Monroeville, and Oakmont.

Sale prices ranged from $1 to nearly $1 million+ and reflected active market movement across the area.

On Sunday, Ryan O'Hearn hit his fourth grand slam (on his 33rd birthday) to lead the Pirates to an 8-7 win over the Cubs, avoiding a series sweep.

Mason Montgomery closed out the game after Seiya Suzuki cut a six-run deficit.

The Pirates signed outfielder Derek Curiel, the fifth overall pick in the 2026 MLB draft, on July 26 at 5:48 p.m. The 21-year-old LSU alum — known as a top hitter and defender — is one of 16 draftees signed by the team.

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.