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Sunday, September 7th, 2025
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Good morning, Pittsburgh. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 7th of September.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A 102-year-old woman—Mary Lutz—died in a multi-vehicle crash on Friday near the intersection of Resort Plaza Drive and State Route 22 in Indiana County when one driver ran a red light, state troopers said. CBS Pittsburgh
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Police arrested a Fayette County couple in Redstone Township after rescuers freed five children locked in a room with boarded windows and walls smeared with feces—officials said the children, aged 5 to 14, received limited food and clothing while confined. PennLive
- ➤ Police said negotiations ended at 9 a.m. Saturday after closing Route 28 on the North Side for seven hours following a man’s threat to jump from the East Ohio Street overpass in Deutschtown—he was taken into custody and taken to a hospital for treatment. The Tribune-Review
- ➤ An EMT with ties to a local football program was arrested and now faces multiple charges including sexual assault by a sports official, indecent assault without consent, and endangering the welfare of children after forensic interviews with juvenile victims led state police to act—his employer confirmed he was on leave and the school district banned his access to facilities. WPXI
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A Pennsylvania couple bought the world’s oldest drive-in theater in OREFIELD after a road trip and romance led them to the unique property—They plan to update the site while keeping its historic charm. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
DRINK NEWS
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ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Twenty volunteers from the Mountain Watershed Association pulled about 200 tires (which leak toxic 6PPD) from a four-mile stretch of the Youghiogheny River on Saturday morning to help protect water quality. The group has removed nearly 3,000 tires since 2019 (and plans more cleanups in the spring and fall) to reduce contamination risks to local wildlife. The Tribune-Review
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Steelers are paying $17 million more on their defense than any other NFL team—this spending is designed to meet high expectations in upcoming games. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
- ➤ Pitt beat Central Michigan 45—17 for their second straight home win as quarterback Eli Holstein threw for 304 yards and four touchdowns while Desmond Reid and Raphael Williams Jr. helped the Panthers win. The team will travel to Morgantown to face West Virginia in the renewed Backyard Brawl on Sept. 13. The Pitt News
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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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The World of Hans Zimmer
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Petersen Events Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the symphonic celebration of Hans Zimmer's iconic film scores.
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Conan Gray Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Petersen Events Center — Tickets from $50 — Enjoy an evening of captivating music with Conan Gray in Pittsburgh.
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Lorna Shore Concert
6:30-8 p.m. — Stage AE — Ticket prices vary — Experience the deathcore legends Lorna Shore live as they support their new album release.
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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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