Good morning, Pittsburgh.

Mount Lebanon held its first torch run Friday morning with 100+ runners from the police and local high school on a two-mile route from Washington Road to Mount Lebanon High School + a pep rally with the band raised funds for Special Olympics Pennsylvania; plans for next year are underway.

The Pittsburgh Latino Community Center finalized plans this week to move from its rented office near Friendship to its new headquarters in the Strip District, where it will expand services for youth and families.

Berry Fresh’s second location on S.

Craig Street is a favorite with college students since opening in Feb. 2026, thanks to its eight flavors and punch card rewards. Owner James Am said a ‘fresh’ addition with bakery items may be planned next year near the store.

Riley’s Pour House held a ceremonial groundbreaking Friday in Carnegie, drawing over 100 guests nearly two years after a fire closed the pub.

Owner Joe Riley said the rebuilt pub will open in about six months, with hopes to welcome locals by St. Patty’s Day.

Panda Fest makes its Pittsburgh debut today at Station Square, featuring 80 vendors and over 200 types of Asian cuisine, with organizers expecting 50,000 visitors as the festival runs until Sunday.

Trans-Siberian Orchestra will return to Pittsburgh around Christmas as one of its original members provides a preview of the upcoming show (details to follow).

Monessen Middle and High School is removing mold that was found over the summer to improve air quality; students in grades 7-12 have been learning remotely since the school year began and may continue doing so until the work is finished (the district said no one was exposed).

Goats are grazing at Frick Park's Clayton Hill to eat invasive plants and clear ground for native trees and shrubs.

The project, led by the Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy + Allegheny GoatScape, will take three to four weeks, with high school Urban EcoStewards planting 100 native trees later this fall.

Radnor Property Group will redevelop the former Quality Inn in Oakland into an eight story complex with 265 apartments and a 20-25,000 sqft grocery store at 3401 Blvd. of the Allies.

Demolition is targeted for Q1 2027 with project completion by mid-2029 (plans shared at an Oakland meeting).

Pirates rookie shortstop Konnor Griffin had four hits and Brandon Lowe hit his 32nd homer as the team rallied 8-5 over the Royals on Friday night in Pittsburgh, moving the team back to a .500 record.

Yohan Ramirez earned the win in relief.

Steelers cornerback Joey Porter Jr. missed the first game after leaving Thursday’s practice with a back injury and remains in a contract dispute.

Team officials said he attends meetings regularly but may not play in Week 2 as the team weighs his role against rising Asante Samuel Jr.

Hundreds of people, mainly students, participated in a torch run in Mt. Lebanon today to support the Special Olympics — a move that united local residents in a spirited event.

Pitt football head coach Pat Narduzzi set a new record on Thursday by coaching his 144th game, surpassing Jock Sutherland’s tenure during a 27-13 win over Syracuse at Acrisure Stadium.

He celebrated the milestone with his team and looked forward to the rest of the season.