Good morning, Pittsburgh.

Pittsburgh firefighters walked city intersections yesterday collecting spare change for the annual Fill the Boot campaign to help families with muscular dystrophy.

The fundraiser offered a digital donation option via QR codes at key spots throughout the city.

A winning ticket fetching $807K was sold at a local Giant Eagle, and over 19,600 players won smaller Cash 5 prizes in Thursday’s drawing as reported by the Pennsylvania Lottery.

Giant Eagle is holding hiring events from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sept.

1 and Sept. 2 to fill 600 openings across the region; recruiters will extend same-day offers at select Giant Eagle and Market District locations (southern, eastern, western, and central on Sept. 1 and northern on Sept. 2).

Pittsburgh’s 16th annual Skull Fest concluded last weekend across Lawrenceville and North Oakland, featuring over 70 bands that ranged from veteran acts to emerging local punk groups (including all-ages shows at Prevention Point).

Organizers highlighted its DIY spirit and political edge that impacted the community.

Irons Mill Farmstead in New Wilmington has opened a Dolly Parton-themed corn maze that honors the country music icon and supports her Imagination Library, with visits available Friday, Aug.

28 from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m., today from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., and Sunday, Aug. 30 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

A near-total lunar eclipse turned the moon red above Pittsburgh today, offering a rare view that caught the attention of many local residents (a memorable moment in the sky).

A five-year-old on her first day of kindergarten was mistakenly placed on a bus and dropped off by herself on Federal Street on Thursday.

Pittsburgh Public Schools removed the bus driver from routes — authorities say the action was taken after child safety concerns were raised.

Pitt’s senior vice chancellor for health sciences, Anantha Shekhar, will step down on June 30 when his successor is chosen.

He led Pitt’s six health schools to boost NIH funding and drive record invention disclosures during his tenure.

The Monongahela Incline will close Tuesday after service for routine maintenance as crews repair a critical cable hitch and inspectors check safety before it reopens by noon Wednesday.

Roadwork in Pittsburgh and nearby counties will trigger lane restrictions and detours through mid-September.

Gov. Josh Shapiro said measles cases in Pennsylvania reached 445 on Friday — up more than 20 since Wednesday — while 31 counties reported cases including two measles-related deaths in Lancaster County.

The Steelers ended their preseason with a 28-27 loss to the Bills on Aug.

27, 2026, as standout plays from Germie Bernard and Elandon Roberts contrasted with Malik Harrison, Kaleb Johnson, and much of the offensive line falling short ahead of roster cuts.

Tonight, Mt. Lebanon and Upper St. Clair meet for the WPIAL season opener at Upper St. Clair High School's Panther Stadium with kickoff at 7 p.m. The game airs on KDKA+ and streams live on CBS News Pittsburgh.

The ACC announced new rules that bar former pro athletes from joining college football, men’s basketball + women’s basketball teams, affecting ex-Pitt players like Desmond Reid who turned pro.

The resolution takes effect this season to keep college play separate from professional sports.