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Local app developer Caryn McKenna launched J’Eatout, a food app that lets users record dining experiences with trusted reviews (helping families track meals for picky eaters and those with dietary concerns) for one-time $.99 access.

The app focuses on privacy and simplicity and is available on the Apple App Store.

Lucas Piatt, CEO of Piatt Companies, will discuss progress on the major Esplanade project and plans for Rock, Reggae + Relief this weekend on 100.1 FM and AM 1020 KDKA.

Local businesses are using AI to create ads on billboards, signage and flyers, which has sparked pushback from local artists who say the trend hurts Pittsburgh’s unique look.

The PGH AI Wall of Shame on Instagram showcases these AI designs and raises concerns over authenticity and resource use.

Nippon Steel raised its U.S. Steel profit forecast to $1.1B on August 6 amid higher steel prices, calling U.S. Steel its primary earnings driver in international operations.

Pittsburgh-area schools are working to lower high chronic absenteeism that increased after the pandemic.

Educators and community groups are using truancy programs—such as weekly lunch meetings and schoolwide events—to help students stay engaged.

Plum School District will start the school year on time on Aug.

19 amid updates at O’Block Elementary + Plum Middle School. New special ed programs, tech upgrades, a new principal at O’Block, and four international exchange students at Plum High enhance learning and safety.

Business owners in Canonsburg urged local leaders to repair a clogged culvert on McBurney Street after heavy rain flooded shops and forced closures.

Robinson Pipe Cleaning is set to begin dredging as early as Tuesday as part of an engineered plan to address the persistent issue.

Valley Ambulance Authority introduced Goose, an 11-week-old yellow Labrador puppy, as its first Critical Incident Response Team K-9 to help calm stressed first responders in Pittsburgh; he will complete a year and a half of training and assist staff on scenes + provide real-time support.

A report showed that Fox Chapel led Pittsburgh's hottest housing markets in the second quarter, with ZIP codes gaining strong sales and price momentum using a weighted formula.

The data reflects a steady five-year rise in home prices.

Coldwell Banker Realty Fox Chapel, located in Aspinwall, hosted its second backpack drive on July 29 as staff filled 48 backpacks with school supplies for North Hills Community Outreach while the office prepares for a pet adoption day at 17 Brilliant Ave. (Aspinwall) in October.

The Pittsburgh Steelers set their 2026 depth chart at training camp at Saint Vincent College with Mason Rudolph named backup quarterback behind Aaron Rodgers, and the team will face the Green Bay Packers in their first preseason game on Thursday at Acrisure Stadium.

The Penguins signed forward Ville Koivunen to an eight-year deal worth $32 million, averaging $4 million per season.

The 23-year-old, who split his last season between the NHL and AHL, is expected to add depth to the team.

At Thursday's padded practice, Steelers rookie running back Eli Heidenreich (29) did not wear pads, suggesting he had a minor, undisclosed injury.

The Mt. Lebanon native is competing for a spot on the 53-man roster and has also played on special teams.

The Pittsburgh Steelers signed safety Israel Mukuamu (a former cornerback with NFL special teams experience) to their 90-man roster as they prepare for the 2026 season.

The move aims to boost depth at the safety position amid ongoing training camp.