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Tuesday, August 12th, 2025
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Good morning, Pittsburgh. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 12th of August.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A timelapse from the Breathe Project captured an explosion at the U.S. Steel Clairton Coke Works plant on Monday afternoon that injured dozens — a construction worker nearby said it sounded like thunder and shook his chest. WTAE
- ➤ An explosion at US Steel Clairton Coke Works left one person dead and dozens injured—drone video shows debris and water spewing from a damaged sprinkler system as emergency crews work at the site. WTAE
- ➤ An explosion at Clairton Coke Works on Monday morning left one person dead, two unaccounted for, and several injured as emergency crews, local police, and hospitals responded — Clairton officials later said no sheltering in place was needed. KDKA
- ➤ Trisha Quinn is searching for her brother, Timothy Quinn—who was at work during Monday morning explosions at the U.S. Steel Clairton Coke Works that left one person dead, several injured, and two unaccounted for—as hospitals have not provided information, leaving his family desperate for answers. WTAE
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A new guide for students shows that Pittsburgh has 90 neighborhoods and explains how Oakland is the starting point to explore areas including Squirrel Hill, Shadyside and South Side using free Pittsburgh Regional Transit. The guide details bus routes on the Ready2Ride app and notes key spots like the Manor Theatre with student discounts — helping new students plan their campus life. The Pitt News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City Controller Rachael Heisler said Pittsburgh’s finances are precarious as aging vehicles and staff shortages force unsustainable overtime spending—77% of the overtime budget is already used and a $20 million overspend is expected. Mayor Ed Gainey's office plans to use COVID funds to buy new vehicles and adjust work rules to help EMS, police and public works meet rising demands. CBS Pittsburgh
SPORTS NEWS
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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
7-9:30 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — $35.32 general admission — Enjoy an evening of soulful music with John Moreland and Jared Hart.
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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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Chevelle in Concert
6-8 p.m. — Stage AE — Ticket prices vary — Experience the high-energy sounds of Chevelle after two decades of music and touring.
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The Magic of Motown Concert
7:30 p.m. — Byham Theater — Tickets available — Experience powerful vocalists and classic Motown hits that transport you to the heart of the era.
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Sugar Nova Free Concert
7-10 p.m. — Club Cafe — Free Show — Experience the dreamy sounds of Sugar Nova, featuring guitarist Luke Miller and singer Rachel Eisenstat.
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