Pittsburgh
Morning News
Thursday, October 9th, 2025
Good morning, Pittsburgh. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 9th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A home in Beaver County was found to have a swastika plus a German war eagle symbol tiled into its basement, and Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh called the discovery very violating. The Wentworth family, who learned of the marks only after buying the home, is fighting in Superior Court to have them deemed a material defect. CBS Pittsburgh
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Terrible Towel—an icon of Steelers pride—turned 50 as Merakey Allegheny Valley School held a tailgate with special guests to honor Myron Cope’s 1996 gift of the trademark, which has raised about $10 million for school improvements. WTAE
- ➤ Pittsburgh artist Alison Zapata creates art that shows her Latino heritage and is displayed across local restaurants, parks, and building walls—she carries on a family legacy inspired by her grandfather from San Luis Potosí and a lifelong call to honor her roots. WTAE
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On October 7, award-winning motivational speaker Rob Oliver spoke at Allegheny North Swim Club’s “How to Be a Good Sport” event at North Allegheny Intermediate School, sharing how he overcame bullying and paralysis to show that a person's worth never changes—teaching kids that careful words build others up—and urging swimmers to be kind teammates. The Tribune-Review
- ➤ Record first-year enrollment forced the University to house students in a hotel, a former fraternity building, and off-campus apartments this fall. Some students reported problems with laundry and food access—officials added in-building laundry and pop-up food options while they work on long-term on-campus housing solutions. The Pitt News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Pittsburgh residents are advised to bring their tomato plants indoors tonight as frost advisories warn that temperatures may dip into the mid-30s—this cooling trend will persist through Friday with frosty mornings expected. Local gardeners should act promptly to avoid damage to their crops. CBS Pittsburgh
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A Pittsburgh election guide details the 2025 ballot with candidates for mayor, council, court and sheriff positions amid a federal shutdown and rising community concerns—voter registration ends Oct. 20, mail-in ballots are available until Oct. 28, and in-person voting will be held on Nov. 4. The guide gives key information on candidate backgrounds and local races that will shape future policies. PublicSource
- ➤ Amid the government shutdown, the Allegheny County Airport Authority is giving free meals to U.S. Customs + TSA + FAA workers at Pittsburgh International and Allegheny County Airports. Meals began last Friday and will be provided twice a week until the shutdown ends with help from discounted meals by local concession partners. WPXI
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Dining critic Hal B. Klein explains how he builds the Post-Gazette's Best Restaurants list—detailing the steps and rules he uses to choose and rate local eateries. His explanation shows how simple criteria guide the selection process for local diners. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Bryan Rust returned to practice for the Penguins on Wednesday after a week of injury—his timeline to resume full play remains unclear. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
- ➤ The Steelers hosted linebacker Isaiah Simmons for a visit Wednesday. The former All-American and top ten pick — released by the Packers in August — may join the practice squad if Pittsburgh sees his potential add value. PennLive
- ➤ Steelers coach Mike Tomlin said running back Kaleb Johnson must make the best of his limited snaps—he has only eight rushes for 21 yards in four games—and will get more chances over the next 13 games if he shows improvement. PennLive
- ➤ Western Beaver's football highlights show that freshman quarterback Amari Marshall leads a strong offensive line — the team is clicking in WPIAL play. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
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An Evening with Jeff Daniels
7:30-9:30 p.m. — City Winery Pittsburgh — Ticket info not provided — Experience an intimate night with actor and musician Jeff Daniels sharing his life’s music.
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The Commodores Live Concert
12:00 – 1:30 PM — City Winery Pittsburgh — Ticket prices vary — Experience the legendary funk and R&B vibes of the Commodores, featuring hit classics from the '70s and '80s.
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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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Free Skate with PGH SK8
5-7:30 p.m. — Velum Fermentation — $10 for adults, $5 for kids — Enjoy skating, food trucks, and a DJ at this community favorite event.
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Cole Chaney Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — Starting at $45 — Experience a night of live music from Cole Chaney in a vibrant setting.
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Il Divo By Candlelight Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Byham Theater — VIP packages available — Experience two decades of Il Divo's music in an intimate candlelit setting.
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Violent Femmes Concert
7-9 p.m. — Stage AE — Ticket prices from $112 — Experience the iconic sound of Violent Femmes at this lively Pittsburgh venue.
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Pokey LaFarge Live Performance
8-9:30 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — $39.17 — Enjoy a vibrant evening with Pokey LaFarge's Americana and roots music.
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Upchuck Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Bottlerocket Social Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience the fresh sounds from Michael Durham's band with a mix of original compositions.
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2025 Night Nation Run
6-10:30 p.m. — Stage AE — $39.99+ — Experience the world's first Running Music Festival with DJs, light shows, and an epic after party.
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The Frights Live in Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — $33.26-45.07 — Experience The Frights and their energetic vibe alongside Remo Drive and Zack Keim.
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