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Monday, August 4th, 2025
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Good morning, Pittsburgh. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 4th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Thousands of teens will take part in the largest Jewish youth event in the world (the JCC Maccabi Games, established in 1892) in Pittsburgh this week. CBS Pittsburgh
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, a fire on Chaplain Way in Hazelwood spread from a row home to three nearby homes, injuring two firefighters—one for burns and another for smoke inhalation—and displacing multiple residents while firefighters quickly controlled a rekindled blaze as the cause remains under investigation. WTAE
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On Sunday, host Michelle Wright interviewed Pulitzer Prize-winning professor Dr. Edda Fields-Black on '4 The Record' where she discussed her book on Harriet Tubman and the Combahee River Raid—detailing her research into pension records that link enslaved people's stories to their descendants. The interview also highlighted her personal family connections and the broader impact of her historical findings. WTAE
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Home prices in Pittsburgh are being cut as the Western Pa. market cools. In Shadyside, 93-year-old Lois Michaels, who is legally blind, is waiting for a buyer—one who sees the value in her home. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers participated in training camp on August 3 and worked through live drills as he weighs what might be his final competitive season—he exchanged high-fives with teammates and focused on building offense chemistry before the season begins. CBS Pittsburgh
- ➤ The Pirates will activate right-hander Johan Oviedo today to start their game against the Giants — a move confirmed by a knowledgeable source. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
- ➤ The Pittsburgh Steelers have released wide receiver Montana Lemonious-Craig and outside linebacker Jeremiah Moon from injured reserve with an injury settlement—both players are now free agents but cannot sign with the team until their settlement ends. PennLive
- ➤ Paul Skenes weighed in on the Pirates’ trade deadline, saying his first experience was more positive than his second—he offered a brief comparison of the two events. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
- ➤ During Friday night downtime, Steelers players shared their experiences as ex-quarterbacks while trying to toss a football into an empty trash can from 20 yards away—highlighting a light-hearted moment in team practice. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
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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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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.
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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.
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Throwback Night with Riverhounds SC
7-10 p.m. — Highmark Stadium — $1 beers available — Celebrate Pittsburgh soccer history with nostalgic vibes and live music.
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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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The Garcia Project - Tribute to Jerry Garcia
8-9:30 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — Ticket Information Not Provided — Experience classic Jerry Garcia Band set lists brought to life by The Garcia Project.
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Laid Back Country Picker Live Show
7-8:30 p.m. — Club Cafe — Cost not mentioned — Experience a unique blend of country music and 1970s rock vibes with LB & Honey in Pittsburgh.
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Food Is Community: A Jacques Pepin 90/90 Celebration
7-10 p.m. — CCAC Allegheny Campus — Ticket options available — Celebrate the culinary arts while supporting local initiatives and honoring chef Jacques Pepin's legacy.
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Austin Williams Opening for Sam Hunt
8-10 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of country hits with opener Austin Williams followed by headliner Sam Hunt.
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