Pittsburgh
Morning News
Friday, October 31st, 2025
Good morning, Pittsburgh. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 31st of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local community advocates compiled a list of free food assistance sites across Pittsburgh to help families affected by SNAP funding cuts—this guide gives key details on locations and service times for pantries, soup kitchens, and community fridges. NEXTpittsburgh
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Nicole Millen, a wellness counselor in Pittsburgh, is accused of giving weight-loss patients Chorulon (a drug meant for cows) after she ordered it from Illinois, mixed it with another liquid and placed it in unlabeled syringes; she will plead guilty on Nov. 18. WTAE
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ This November, Pittsburgh will host varied local events including the PGH Vintage Mixer on Nov. 7 and 8, the AFRICANISM Gala on Nov. 8, and the EQT Pittsburgh 10 Miler and 10K on Nov. 9, with a film festival, gallery crawl, craft markets and holiday light shows also set to take place. Residents can look forward to enjoying a season full of cultural, sporting and festive activities at venues like Heinz Hall, Phipps Conservatory and the Botanic Garden — events that promise exciting ways to celebrate the season. NEXTpittsburgh
- ➤ Morgan Wallen will perform at Acrisure Stadium on June 5th, 2026 and June 6th, 2026 for his Still The Problem Tour 2026—Brooks and Dunn will join him on June 5th and Ella Langley on June 6th. Fans can pre-register for tickets until November 6th at 10 p.m. with public sales beginning November 7th at 10 a.m. WTAE
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The U.S. Open at Oakmont Country Club generated $288.8 million in economic impact — the USGA reported that more than $200 million came from Allegheny County alone. This figure shows how the tournament boosted local spending before today. CBS Pittsburgh
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ At a special meeting last night, the Pittsburgh Public Schools board heard a two-hour presentation on the Future-Ready Facilities Implementation Plan, which proposes closing nine schools including Baxter, Friendship, Fulton, Manchester, McKelvey, Morrow, Schiller, Spring Hill and Woolslair to save $102.9 million in future facility costs — funds that will be reinvested to address inequities and aging facilities. The board will hold a follow-up meeting on November 17 and will vote on the plan at its November legislative meeting, with full implementation set to begin in fall 2026. WTAE
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, County Executive Innamorato and Senator Pisciottano launched Mon Valley Forward—an economic development strategy to attract investments, create quality jobs, and support business growth in the region. The plan, funded by the Redevelopment Authority and Economic Development Department, will guide targeted investments and integrate with the county’s broader Allegheny Forward plan. Allegheny County
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A University of Pittsburgh researcher co-led a European study on a strawberry seed—sized retinal implant that helped older patients with macular degeneration improve vision as most gained an extra five lines on a vision chart after a year. The New England Journal of Medicine published the study last week and Science Corp. now works with regulators to seek FDA approval while aiming to make the device available in Europe by the end of 2026. The Tribune-Review
- ➤ On Nov. 1, 42 million people will lose access to SNAP, a federal program that helps low-income families buy food, and Pitt students worry the loss may worsen food insecurity. Community groups and university services such as the Pitt Pantry — which provides free groceries — are planning to help those in need. The Pitt News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Steelers released defensive tackle Domenique Davis from injured reserve—he is now free to sign with any team. Davis had been injured since August and spent time with the Bengals and Jets. PennLive
- ➤ Former Pirates manager Derek Shelton was hired by the Minnesota Twins on Wednesday night—he was let go by the Pirates after more than five years and 40 games into the season. He had also served as the Twins’ bench coach in 2018 and 2019—his experience is expected to help the team as they look to improve their play. WTAE
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Playboi Carti Antagonist Tour
7:00-8:30 p.m. — PPG Paints Arena — Tickets available — Experience the electrifying sounds of Playboi Carti live in Pittsburgh as part of his Antagonist Tour.
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Freddy Jones Band Live Performance
7:30-9:00 p.m. — City Winery Pittsburgh — Check for ticket prices — Celebrate the new single and the band's impressive milestones with a night of live music.
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The Motet Live Performance
7-9:30 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — Ticket info available — Dance to the infectious grooves of The Motet featuring their new vocalist Sarah Clarke.
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Kathleen Edwards Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — $33.26 to $45.07 — Enjoy an evening with singer-songwriter Kathleen Edwards in a vibrant music venue.
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Messer Chups Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — $26.84+ — Experience the surf rock sounds of Messer Chups alongside local favorites The Yeggs.
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Fortunate Youth Live Concert
2-4:30 p.m. — Spirit — Fee-free, cash-only tickets available — Enjoy an energetic performance from Fortunate Youth with special guest Josh Heinrichs.
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Pinkshift Concert
7-9 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — $25.71 to $35.32 — Catch Pinkshift live with supporting acts LustSickPuppy and Combat for an energizing night of music.
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LØLØ: U TOUR ME ON
7-9:30 p.m. — Spirit — Fee-free cash-only tickets — Experience a night of music with LØLØ and Alex Porat live.
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The Arcadian Wild Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience the genre-blending sounds of The Arcadian Wild in an intimate setting.
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Jonas Brothers 20th Anniversary Tour
7:30-9:00 p.m. — PPG Paints Arena — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate two decades of hits with the Jonas Brothers as they light up the stage in Pittsburgh.
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