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Wednesday, August 6th, 2025
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Good morning, Pittsburgh. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 6th of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Vandergrift police arrested Heidi Lynn Beer on charges of endangering the welfare of children after four kids led officers through a filthy home lacking water, with feces, rotten food, and urine covering floors—reports say she stayed with a boyfriend who allegedly beat the children. WTAE
- ➤ A father, Charles Smitley, and his girlfriend, Colleen Cassidy, were charged after a 5-year-old boy was found emaciated and with bruises in Westmoreland County in April when his grandfather took him to a hospital—court documents said the boy reported being spanked with a paddle and tied to a chair—while police investigate the case. WTAE
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Pittsburgh Regional Transit released a final report showing nearly 5,000 people testified against proposed fare hikes and service cuts as the agency faces a $100 million budget gap for 2026. The report found 72% opposed all service cuts and 99% opposed cuts to ACCESS service—raising concerns for seniors and people with disabilities. WTAE
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ North Fayette firefighters saved a choking infant Monday afternoon when Deputy Chief Richards saw a panicked mother with her baby in a parking lot near Stubenville Pike—Firefighter Zac Cummings gave back blows until the infant began breathing normally and was taken to a hospital for evaluation. WPXI
- ➤ Keith Young of Mission of Mercy Pittsburgh said last fall's clinic provided over $2.3 million in free services to 1,600 people, and the upcoming free dental, vision and hearing clinic will need various volunteers. The event will take place October 24-25 at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center in downtown Pittsburgh — volunteers include dentists, clinicians and technicians. KDKA
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ During the Steelers' second week of training camp at Chuck Noll Field, Kaleb Johnson improved his pass protection and stepped up in key plays while Roman Wilson struggled to find a consistent role and Cory Trice suffered a hamstring injury. Veteran James Pierre recorded three interceptions and Chuck Clark proved his versatility by playing several positions on defense—shaping the team's setup for the upcoming preseason. PennLive
- ➤ Pittsburgh Steelers rookie quarterback Will Howard is expected to miss at least three weeks after fracturing a bone in his hand during a training camp practice at Saint Vincent College in Latrobe on Tuesday. He will undergo additional tests and is expected to miss the preseason games on Aug. 9, Aug. 16, and Aug. 21 — the injury could delay his return. CBS Pittsburgh
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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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Pittsburgh Riverhounds vs Charleston Battery with Pro Wrestling Night
7-10 p.m. — Highmark Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Experience a thrilling night of soccer with special guest Jake ‘The Snake’ Roberts for Pro Wrestling Night.
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Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Toronto Blue Jays
6:40-8:10 p.m. — PNC Park — Tickets required — Enjoy a thrilling baseball matchup between the Pirates and Blue Jays.
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