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Sunday, September 14th, 2025
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Good morning, Pittsburgh. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 14th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A weekend of festivities honoring Roberto Clemente kicked off yesterday with a charitable dinner in Pittsburgh+ community members gathered to support the Roberto Clemente Fund at UPMC Children’s Hospital, which benefited from the event’s proceeds. WPXI
- ➤ South Side residents and merchants are working to update East Carson Street today after a summer of crime and heavy police response left the area with a tarnished image; local leaders are organizing beautification and rebranding efforts + inviting new businesses to revitalize the corridor. The Tribune-Review
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EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ After Charlie Kirk’s death, Pittsburgh colleges and conservative students are questioning campus safety as they recall that Carnegie Mellon senior Anthony Cacciato attended a controversial speaking event at the University of Pittsburgh two years ago. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Pittsburgh’s BikePGH and City officials will host the first-ever Vision Zero summit on Oct. 17 at the University of Pittsburgh to work on ending traffic deaths—local leaders, planners, engineers and advocates will meet to share their plans and progress. WPXI
- ➤ Construction on Parkway North began Friday to change traffic patterns from northbound I-579 to I-279, and ramp closures at Route 28, Hazlett Street, Evergreen Road and Perrysville Avenue mean drivers must take the Bellevue-West View exit—detours will last until noon today. WPXI
- ➤ ALCOSAN held its 23rd annual open house on Saturday where nearly 1,700 people joined in hands-on activities and plant tours, including a visit to the new outfall along the Ohio River — a key step in expanding treatment capacity and reducing sewer overflows. WPXI
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Robert Morris won its first game of the season with a 28 to 14 score over West Liberty on Saturday night at Joe Walton Stadium — Ethan Shine ran for 133 yards while Zach Tanner threw two short touchdown passes. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
- ➤ Yesterday, the Pitt Panthers and West Virginia Mountaineers clashed at Milan Puskar Stadium in Morgantown before both schools announced that the Backyard Brawl will now extend through 2036. The new schedule starts in 2029—Pitt hosts in 2029, 2031, 2033, 2035, and 2036 while West Virginia hosts in 2030, 2032, 2034, and 2036. CBS Pittsburgh
- ➤ The Pitt Panthers and West Virginia Mountaineers will meet for the 108th time in the Backyard Brawl Saturday in Morgantown—this will be their final game until 2029. Pitt, coming off two wins and led by quarterback Eli Holstein who has posted strong numbers, has kept their Morgantown games within 10 points—making it a tight contest. WPXI
- ➤ DK Metcalf is set to make his home Steelers debut today and sports diamonds on his left ear, nose, and teeth—lighting up his smile for the game. He remains focused on his performance as he faces critics referring to a stiff-arms storyline from his Seahawks days. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
- ➤ Steelers rookie Derrick Harmon praises rising Oregon quarterback Dante Moore in a weekly series that runs through the college football season—he says Moore is a top prospect for next season. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
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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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Dream Theater Concert
7-9 p.m. — Benedum Center for the Performing Arts — $149-$925 — Experience an unforgettable evening of progressive metal with Dream Theater in Pittsburgh.
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Geordie Greep Live
4-9 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — 18+ or with guardian — Experience a vibrant night of eclectic alternative pop from Geordie Greep.
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Adam Sandler Live in Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — PPG Paints Arena — Tickets required — Experience the comedic genius of Adam Sandler in an unforgettable live performance.
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Willi Carlisle Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — Ticketed event — Experience Willi Carlisle's blend of folk music and thought-provoking themes with special guest Cat Clyde.
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Free Throw Concert
7-9 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — $33.26 — Enjoy a night with Free Throw, Chase Petra, and TRSH in a vibrant atmosphere.
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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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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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