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Saturday, August 30th, 2025
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Good morning, Pittsburgh. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 30th of August.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A house fire in Arnold killed 39-year-old Shakeeta Murphy and her sister Latecia while four of five people inside were taken to Allegheny Valley Hospital and the three-story home on Kenneth Avenue was destroyed — investigators are still looking into the cause. KDKA
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Wegmans got permission to start building its first Pittsburgh-area store when Cranberry Township supervisors approved the land development and conditional use permits on Thursday—permission that will let the store be built along Cool Springs Drive in Cranberry Springs near the Lemieux Sports Complex—and the chain expects to open in 2027. KDKA
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Dormont police are searching for 8-year-old Ceanna Silvio who was last seen at Dormont Elementary School wearing a gray unicorn shirt (she wore sandals with straps and her hair was in a ponytail) and they ask anyone with information to call the department immediately. WPXI
- ➤ A Pittsburgh man — Brian Kellum, 46 — was charged with attempted homicide, aggravated assault, and recklessly endangering after he stabbed a man multiple times near a North Side bus stop at Cedar Avenue and Pressley Street early Thursday as police treated the critically injured victim before transporting him to Allegheny General Hospital. The Tribune-Review
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Sheetz and Sofar Sounds hosted a surprise concert on Aug. 8 at a Sheetz in Robinson Township where the All-American Rejects and local musicians performed to launch the new Sheetzertainment program. The event showcased a fresh approach to live music and marked an innovative effort by the chain. WPXI
- ➤ Twelve festivals are planned for September in Pittsburgh—offering film, art, food, and Irish cultural events that will bring community members together. Residents can look forward to events like ReelAbilities Film Festival and the Pittsburgh Irish Festival as the city celebrates its local heritage and creative spirit. NEXTpittsburgh
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Shaler Area School District will start using the OpenGate Weapons Detection System at Titan Stadium this Friday night when the school team hosts the South Fayette Lions game. The district directs fans to enter through the Shopping Center side entrance while event participants use the Library side entrance — small purses are allowed after screening and no reentry policy is enforced to protect student athletes, band, and cheerleaders. WPXI
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Rep. Summer Lee hosted a roundtable at Carnegie Mellon's Heinz College on Aug 27 to call for stricter rules on political donations from super PACs—she warned that big money in politics undermines accountability to voters. Panelists from Free Speech for People joined her discussion to stress the need for reforms in campaign finance. The Pitt News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A Pittsburgh-area mom, Deb Smith, started the nonprofit A.J.'s Stop 22 after her veteran son died by suicide on Feb. 24 to help veterans and their families in crisis in Butler County—she has raised over $200,000 to support mental health services. CBS Pittsburgh
SEASONAL NEWS
- ➤ TODAY'S SPONSOR One of our top fall decor picks is this true-to-life fall foliage garland. It’s perfect for staircases, mantles, door frames, and more. The Buy
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Aiden Williams re-signed with the Pittsburgh Steelers to their practice squad after he recovered from a knee injury sustained at training camp. The former Division II player from Minnesota-Duluth played both guard and tackle + his return adds depth to the team as the season nears. PennLive
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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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Falling for Fall: Our Favorite Early Autumn Decor Picks
Psst. Is it too soon to say…boo? Look away, summer fans. If you’re ready for fall, read on for our top decor picks:
- This true-to-life fall foliage garland is perfect for staircases, mantles, door frames, and more.
- Add these pumpkin-shaped “Hello Fall” coasters to your dinner table or coffee bar.
- Pet + autumn lovers, this embroidered ”Happy Pawtumn” hand towel may be your favorite find of the season.
- Sprinkle these cute ceramic ghosts around the house for an understated nod to Halloween.
- Create a beautiful autumnal tablescape with this burlap runner + best-selling set of assorted mini pumpkins, leaves, and acorns.
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