Pittsburgh
Morning News
Thursday, September 25th, 2025
Good morning, Pittsburgh. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 25th of September.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Bruster's Real Ice Cream opened a new state-of-the-art store in Bridgewater, Beaver County last week and has seen booming business while honoring its Pittsburgh roots. The brand—founded in 1989 next to Jerry's Curb Service—features modern digital menu boards and a design that reflects its long local history. WTAE
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Kelly Strayhorn Theater in East Liberty will open Calendar Girls, an exhibition that recalls the legacy of House of Tilden—running Friday, Sept. 26 through Jan. 10. The theater will also host Becoming Daddy AF, a dance-theater piece by David Roussève that explores personal history and aging—inviting viewers to reflect on life’s meaning. Pittsburgh City Paper
- ➤ John Young—a Mt. Lebanon native—drove around Northern Ireland on Wednesday morning as he experienced a collision of his Irish and American worlds while attempting a simple shopping trip that turned unexpectedly challenging. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Pitt students and Oakland commuters still face parking problems even with on-campus permits and the Pitt Park app as waitlists are long and lots fill up by 10 a.m. University officials said more parking spaces will come with a future building — but many students remain unaware of all parking choices — as the challenge continues to frustrate local commuters. The Pitt News
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ A Powerball ticket purchased online through Pennsylvania Lottery on September 24 won $2M—officials said winners remain anonymous until the prize is claimed. WPXI
- ➤ A Pennsylvanian won $2 million after buying a Powerball ticket for Monday’s drawing, matching five white balls (3, 29, 42, 46, 59) with a Power Play multiplier of three, the Pennsylvania Lottery said. The ticket did not have the Powerball number and the next drawing is scheduled for Wednesday night. WTAE
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A WalletHub report ranked Pittsburgh as the eighth best city for people with disabilities—using metrics such as economy, quality of life and health care—after studying 182 large U.S. cities. PennLive
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Steelers defense is searching for answers on third and fourth down plays. The team ranked 28th in the league for third down conversions and is reviewing its approach to improve performance. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
- ➤ Hunter Barco, a top-100 Pirates prospect, made his Major League debut today at Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati. He called the moment a dream come true as he stepped out from the bullpen to show his skills. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
- ➤ Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers said his casual catch-up talks with Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell—one he noted as simply friendly—never led to signing talks because he wanted a starting role. The Vikings later signed Carson Wentz to back up second-year quarterback J.J. McCarthy—who had recovered from meniscus surgery—to bolster their team. PennLive
- ➤ Abby Schnable explains how Pitt's defensive line remains a bright spot this fall—while the Panthers have struggled with consistency in other areas, the line provides a steady force on the field. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
- ➤ The Indianapolis Colts have signed former Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Mike Hilton—he will boost the slot corner position as he enters his 30th season. He recorded 73 tackles and one interception in 16 games with the Bengals last season. PennLive
- ➤ Several former Steelers have been nominated for the Pro Football Hall of Fame's class of 2026, with first-time nominees David DeCastro and Maurkice Pouncey who played their full careers with the team & other nominees including former Pittsburgh players now under review. The nomination moves to a screening committee set to trim the list to 50 with final selections announced in mid-October. CBS Pittsburgh
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Momma Live Concert
8-11 p.m. — Spirit — Fee-free, cash-only tickets available — Experience a lively evening with Momma and villagerrr in an all-ages event.
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SEPTEMBER Rise & Flow Yoga Series
8:45-9:45 a.m. — Oasis Farm — Free entry — Enjoy a rejuvenating outdoor yoga practice connecting mind, body, and community.
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Home Is Where
7-9 p.m. — Spirit Hall — Tickets starting at $90 — Experience an unforgettable performance at Spirit Hall in Pittsburgh.
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Marina's Princess of Power Tour
7-9 p.m. — Stage AE — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of Marina's live performance featuring her biggest hits and new music from her latest album.
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Felly Concert
4:00 – 9:30 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — Tickets from $67 — Experience the lively sounds of Felly at this 18+ event in Pittsburgh.
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Pool Kids Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — $38 — Catch the energetic vibes of Pool Kids at this intimate concert in Pittsburgh.
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Hannah Berner: None of My Business Tour
7:30-9 p.m. — Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh - Main — Ticket prices vary — Experience the hilarious insights of rising comedy star Hannah Berner as she discusses life and mental health.
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Lorde Concert
7:00-8:30 PM — Petersen Events Center — Cost Info not provided — Experience the genre-defying sound and introspective lyricism of Grammy-winning artist Lorde.
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M.E.L.T. – Innervate/Obliterate Album Release Concert
7-11 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — $20.17 — Celebrate the explosive sounds of M.E.L.T. at their album release show featuring Blinder and World II.
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Thoracic Spine Course in Pittsburgh
9 AM – 6 PM — Pittsburgh School of Massage Therapy — Registration required — Learn powerful manual treatment techniques for the thoracic spine to alleviate discomfort in the body.
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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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