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Thursday, September 4th, 2025
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Good morning, Pittsburgh. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 4th of September.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Authorities say James Russell Kahl and Carly Kahl were arrested in Redstone Township for allegedly locking five children aged 5 to 14 in a filthy room—described as a dungeon—with boarded-up windows, feces on walls, fleas, and scant food and clothing. WTAE
- ➤ Pennsylvania State Police are searching for 9-year-old Renesmay Eutsey, who was last seen at 2 a.m. on Wednesday in the 100 block of 3rd Street in Dunbar Borough, Fayette County—she is considered at special risk of harm. WTAE
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Allegheny Regional Asset District launched a free online ticketing platform that gives Allegheny County library cardholders free or discounted access to cultural attractions in Pittsburgh—such as the Symphony, Ballet Theatre, Opera and Public Theater. RAD communication manager James Santelli said the platform offers family-friendly events and will add more organizations in the coming months. WTAE
- ➤ This weekend in Pittsburgh brings many events—starting with Ukrainian storytelling at Carnegie Coffee Co. tonight and a fun Britsburgh Week featuring trivia and local ales, followed by art fairs, film and theater shows, polo matches, and renaissance, taco and community festivals that offer free food and local music. The events run from today until Sunday and give residents a chance to join in on a busy, local celebration of culture. NEXTpittsburgh
- ➤ VisitPITTSBURGH is launching its PGH Insiders tourism program—local residents with strong Yinzer expertise can showcase Pittsburgh's attractions as ambassadors. Nominations are accepted through September and selected ambassadors will serve for one year starting in January for the 2026 class. WPXI
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ PennDOT has released its Alternative F plan — it aims to rebuild and improve the Parkway East interchange at the Squirrel Hill Tunnel. CBS Pittsburgh
- ➤ PennDOT District 11—partnering with the Federal Highway Association—announced Alternative F as its favored design for the I-376 Parkway East Squirrel Hill Interchange project to ease congestion and enhance safety for 100,000 daily vehicles. Construction will begin in 2029 and finish in 2032 as public feedback continues through planned meetings and an online comment form. WPXI
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Employees at Allegheny Reproductive Health Center say that after unionizing under OPEIU on June 17, four staff members were fired for supporting union activities—raising concerns about job security amid increased patient visits and ongoing pressures at the clinic. Pittsburgh City Paper
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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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Roberto Clemente Inspiring Change
11 AM — Library of Accessible Media for Pennsylvanians (LAMP) — Free entry — Discover the inspiring legacy of Pittsburgh Pirates legend Roberto Clemente and his impact on youth globally.
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Modern Calligraphy & Pumpkin Lettering Workshop
6:30-8 p.m. — Kingfly Spirits — Check pricing online — Unleash your creativity with a festive evening of calligraphy and pumpkin lettering fun.
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Who's Bad: The Ultimate Michael Jackson Experience
7:30-9 p.m. — City Winery Pittsburgh — Ticketed event — An electrifying tribute to the King of Pop's legendary music.
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Guitar Zack Concert
8 PM — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — $20.92 — Experience an electrifying night with Guitar Zack at one of Pittsburgh's top music venues.
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Pittsburgh Riverhounds vs Louisville City FC
7-8:30 p.m. — Highmark Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate Community Heroes Night with an exciting soccer match between local favorites and Louisville.
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Amble Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Crafthouse Stage & Grill — Tickets from $32 — Experience an engaging live music event in 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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