Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 28th of July.
Good morning, Pittsburgh.
A man was shot in the head at 11:45 p.m. Sunday on the 2400 block of Bedford Avenue — he is in critical condition at a hospital — as police search for the shooter.
Pittsburgh Public Safety responded overnight to a domestic incident in Garfield when police and SWAT were called to the 5100 block of Broad Street—where a man was reportedly barricaded inside his home and a woman was taken to the hospital in stable condition—and officers later said they did not find the suspect while the investigation continues.
Allegheny County police charged Justin Stanley, 47, of Negley, Ohio after TSA officers found a gun in his carry-on bag at Pittsburgh International Airport around 7:40 a.m. Sunday because he did not have a valid concealed carry permit plus officials say this violation can lead to federal fines of up to $10,000 with higher penalties for repeat offenders.
Lawmakers introduced a spending bill that cuts clean energy credits—reducing benefits from Biden’s Inflation Reduction Act and affecting local solar projects.
The legislation may weaken incentives for renewable energy, potentially slowing new solar developments in Pennsylvania.
Pittsburgh Regional Transit opened five new bus stations—Ross Street, William Penn, Market Square, Wood Street and Steel Plaza—on Sunday as part of its $291 million University Line Bus Rapid Transit Project that features weather-resistant canopies, seats and real-time arrival screens. The upgrades serve about 30,000 daily riders between Downtown and Oakland, and phase 2 will add 18 new stations by the end of 2027.
The Pittsburgh Steelers adjusted their defensive front at training camp in Latrobe on Saturday as coach Mike Tomlin said the team experimented with flipping key players such as T.J.
Watt and Alex Highsmith while using Jalen Ramsey for zone pressure. The team is developing its edge rusher tactics — an effort aimed at forcing opponents to cover multiple threats during games.
Pittsburgh Steelers rookie tight end and fullback DJ Thomas-Jones suffered a torn Achilles at practice Sunday—team sources say he will miss the remainder of the season.
Dave Parker—a Pittsburgh Pirates legend—was posthumously inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame for his outstanding career.
The honor cements his legacy as a key figure in Pittsburgh sports.
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.
Ellise Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — $49 — Experience an exciting night of live music with Ellise in Pittsburgh.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Fruit Bats Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — Tickets required — Experience the enchanting melodies of Fruit Bats as they explore themes of home and journey in Pittsburgh.
Family Storytime Fun
10:00-10:30 a.m. — Library of Accessible Media for Pennsylvanians (LAMP) — Free entry — Engage young minds with stories, songs, and rhymes to boost early literacy skills.
Throwback Night with Riverhounds SC
7-10 p.m. — Highmark Stadium — $1 beers available — Celebrate Pittsburgh soccer history with nostalgic vibes and live music.
Cincinnati Reds vs Pittsburgh Pirates Game
1:35 – 3:05 PM — PNC Park — Tickets required — Catch a thrilling MLB matchup as the Reds face off against the Pirates.
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