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Friday, August 8th, 2025
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Good morning, Pittsburgh. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 8th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Developers presented initial ideas on August 7 to redevelop the former Cheswick Power Station into a hyperscale AI data center aimed at serving companies like Google, Amazon and Meta — the plan includes a 565,000-square-foot data center and a 200,000-square-foot cooling building that could create 80 to 100 full-time jobs, with formal planning applications and public hearings set to follow while local mitigation measures for noise, light and energy use are promised. WTAE
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Maria Davis, 23, was charged with homicide by vehicle when on March 11 she crossed into oncoming traffic on Beechwood Boulevard in Squirrel Hill, striking a 33-year-old man who later died from blunt force trauma—tests showed she had alcohol and THC in her system. WTAE
- ➤ Pittsburgh police identified Jonque Pettiford as the suspect in a shooting last Friday in Homewood North—he shot an unidentified man inside a home along North Murtland and now faces charges of criminal attempted homicide and aggravated assault with an arrest warrant issued. WTAE
- ➤ Two men were shot in a vehicle in North Braddock before 12:30 a.m.—victims drove to Turtle Creek for hospital care—and a Penn Hills homeowner was shot Tuesday evening while interrupting a burglary, with neighbors reporting screams and a masked suspect fleeing the scene. The Tribune-Review
- ➤ A Penn Hills homeowner was shot in the groin when he interrupted a burglary on Lincoln Avenue Extension at around 8 p.m. Tuesday + police said the suspect fled on foot leaving bloody shoe prints on the pavement and the man was taken to a local hospital in serious condition. CBS Pittsburgh
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Point Park University will welcome its largest freshman class in years downtown this fall (more than a 25% increase is expected) and is getting ready for extra students. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Pennsylvania lawmakers are introducing a bill to ban phones in schools after studies link phone use to mental health issues and distractions in class — key senators from Allegheny and Philadelphia support the measure citing improved focus and safety. School boards will decide how to enforce the ban, and the companion House bill is expected to be considered by spring — officials say the move aims to enhance learning environments. CBS Pittsburgh
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Pittsburgh Steelers signed offensive lineman Andrus Peat, a three-time Pro Bowler, on Thursday to fill gaps amid injured players. Peat can play left guard — or left tackle and is expected to compete for a roster spot this season. PennLive
- ➤ Two home runs backed Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes’ strong start — his team won 7 to 0 over the Reds at PNC Park on Thursday night. WPXI
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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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John Moreland Concert
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Attack Attack! Concert
5-8 p.m. — The Crafthouse Stage & Grill — $25 — Experience the One Hit Wonder Tour with modern hard rock band Attack Attack! and special guests.
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