Good morning, Pittsburgh.

South Side bar Capo’s reached an agreement with the Allegheny County District Attorney’s Office to stay open under 23 new safety conditions like earlier closing and reduced occupancy — the move follows concerns over 42 reported incidents from March 2025 to August 2026 that alarmed community officials and Pitt students.

A pavement failure closed a road in Hampton Township yesterday.

Officials are assessing repairs and plan to reopen it when conditions are safe.

Waymo began testing its new Ojai vans in Pittsburgh this summer after receiving a permit in February.

Robotics and network systems experts at Pitt say the vans face challenges navigating narrow streets and heavy pedestrian traffic.

Pittsburgh Police rescued 12 animals from a home after several dogs were found dead inside, with officials confirming the incident occurred last night.

A Soulful Taste of the Burgh will be held over Labor Day weekend in downtown Pittsburgh with local chefs and vendors showcasing special soul food dishes.

Earlier, David and Heather previewed select offerings, pointing to a vibrant celebration of local cuisine.

Pittsburgh hosts a busy Labor Day weekend from Sept.

3 to Sept. 7 featuring festivals, parades, film, and theater events. Highlights include a Greek food festival at Holy Trinity Church, a rib festival at Acrisure Stadium, and a Labor Day parade downtown (check times for details).

Lighthouse Arts will showcase jazz at Golden Age Beer Co.'s Jazz Fest from Thursday, Sept.

3 to Sunday, Sept. 6 in Homestead (337 E. 8th Ave.). The free event offers community engagement and pays tribute to the city's rich musical heritage.

Faculty groups at Pitt criticized the antisemitism report released last year (designed to address past attacks) for bypassing shared governance and risking academic freedom.

The University said it will move forward with recommendations through proper channels.

WVU Medicine reached a settlement that requires it to keep five western Pennsylvania hospitals open for at least five years; the deal, filed Monday and announced Wednesday by Attorney General Dave Sunday, will close next month after a change in ownership application is submitted (30 days before control).

Pittsburgh Regional Transit will use an $82.8 million federal grant to kick off a $777 million project that will replace its aging light rail vehicles as officials work to modernize the system.

Allegheny County health officials are tracking potential measles exposure at UPMC Children’s Hospital after two visitors later tested positive following their Aug.

27 visit to the waiting rooms, clinic, cafeteria, lobby, and elevators. No county resident has tested positive, and the exposure is handled by the individuals’ home counties.

Young cancer patients painted a vehicle at UPMC Children’s Hospital on Wednesday after the hospital received a $100K grant to support pediatric cancer care.

Steelers cornerback Joey Porter Jr. returned to practice on Tuesday and worked with teammates during training camp, but he did not comment on his playing status.

Pittsburgh is in private talks to host the National High School Football Hall of Fame, which will move from Canton, Ohio.

Organizers expect to choose a city within 60 days — a decision that could spotlight the legacy of high school football.