Pittsburgh
Morning News
Friday, August 29th, 2025
Good morning, Pittsburgh. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 29th of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A man was stabbed in the back near Giant Eagle on Pittsburgh North Side early Thursday morning as police responded at Pressley Street and Cedar Avenue at 6 a.m.—the suspect fled with a woman and was later taken into custody near the 16th Street Bridge while the victim remains in critical condition at a hospital. WTAE
- ➤ A person was stabbed at a bus stop along Cedar Avenue on the North Side—hospitalized and now under investigation by Pittsburgh Police. CBS Pittsburgh
- ➤ A man accused of rigging a pipe bomb under his landlord’s riding mower faces charges including attempted homicide and aggravated assault, and police offer a $5,000 reward for tips as they search areas such as New Alexandria, Derry, West Newtown, or Kane—his exact location remains unknown. KDKA
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ September in Pittsburgh brings many art events across galleries—art fairs, crawls, talks, and special exhibits by local and international artists are planned. The schedule features shows that explore landscapes, Scandinavian lore, and sun-dried tomatoes while offering varied artistic experiences throughout the month. NEXTpittsburgh
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A new interactive tool from the Hearst Television data team shows dam locations, conditions, and risk ratings across western Pennsylvania, including high-hazard sites like Indian Lake Park and Bradys Run Dam—information drawn from federal data. The tool helps local residents check for warnings and plan evacuations during heavy rain—measures that can save lives. WTAE
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Allegheny County Executive Sara Innamorato signed an Executive Order on August 28 that expands worker protections, improves workplace safety and sets fair rules for county contracts. The order creates the Office of Worker Protections and directs steps for a worker safety office, a study on drops in federal enforcement and a new Best Value Procurement program — a move aimed at protecting workers amid rising anti-union activity. Allegheny County
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Allegheny County and the City of Pittsburgh are hosting the Fourth Annual International Overdose Awareness Day Resource Fair today at Allegheny Commons Park on Cedar Avenue from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.—more than 40 local health and social service providers will offer free NARCAN, test strips, and treatment and housing information. Allegheny County
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Cody White, a former Steelers receiver, made the Seattle Seahawks' 53-man roster for the first time after a six-year NFL career. He had a strong season with two catches for 44 yards and now hopes to secure a lasting role with his new team — a milestone that lets him finally tell his momma he made it. PennLive
- ➤ The North Shore will draw sports and food fans this weekend with the annual Kickoff and Rib Festival at Acrisure Stadium, where pit masters from several states will compete for the top barbecue and Pitt will face Duquesne in their season-opening football game. Savannah Bananas will perform baseball exhibitions at PNC Park on Saturday and Sunday — offering a busy weekend of events. WTAE
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Weedeater Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — $65+ — Experience the heavy sounds of Weedeater at this local music venue.
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Women's College Volleyball Showcase
2-5 p.m. — PPG Paints Arena Parking Garage — Check local listings for ticket prices — Enjoy an exciting showcase featuring top teams: Pittsburgh vs TCU and Penn State vs Arizona State.
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Labor Day 5K Classic
9-11 a.m. — Alpine Club Lanes — Register online — Run the fastest 5K in Western Pennsylvania and set your personal record.
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Men I Trust Concert
7:00-9:30 PM — Stage AE — $81-120 — Enjoy the dreamy sounds of Men I Trust live in Pittsburgh.
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Kendall Street Company Performance
7-9:30 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — Tickets required — Experience a genre-fluid rock concert filled with humor and improvisation.
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Pittsburgh Irish Festival
Friday 4 p.m. – Sunday 5 p.m. — Rivers of Steel: Carrie Blast Furnaces National Historic Landmark — $60 weekend pass, free for kids under 12 — Celebrate Irish culture with music, food, and family-friendly activities.
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Milwaukee Brewers vs. Pittsburgh Pirates
6:40-8:10 p.m. — PNC Park — Check the event details for ticket pricing — The first 20,000 fans enjoy a Bryan Reynolds bobblehead giveaway for the evening's clash.
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Jonathan Coulton Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — City Winery Pittsburgh — Tickets required — Enjoy an evening of captivating music from the beloved internet musician Jonathan Coulton.
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La Dispute Concert
7-9 p.m. — Spirit Hall — Tickets from $68 — Experience an intimate concert with La Dispute at a local venue in Pittsburgh.
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Darren Kiely Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — Tickets from $56 — Catch the lively sounds of Darren Kiely in the heart of Pittsburgh.
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Steel Rippers Underground Bike Rally & Launch Party
Step into the underground. Steel Rippers, a new motorcycle apparel company, is launching with a full-throttle rally and party that celebrates everything raw, loud, and unapologetically biker. Expect a night packed with live music from Fuse, smoke curling from fine cigars, tattoo artistry happening on-site, and the kind of biker grit you won’t find at a polished brewery party.
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