Pittsburgh
Morning News
Sunday, November 9th, 2025
Good morning, Pittsburgh. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 9th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Pittsburgh Chef Frank Vitale and his wife are preparing 500 Thanksgiving meals at Cucina Vitale Restaurant in their new Foster Plaza location—an effort aimed at supporting families in need this holiday season. They are hosting a wine dinner and auction tonight to raise funds and involve community volunteers in the meal deliveries. WTAE
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Billy Strings lit up his opening night in Pittsburgh with a strong performance that many local fans enjoyed—he later appeared on The Howard Stern Show and talked about smoking weed and playing poker with Willie. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Ohio public universities cut low-enrollment majors after a state mandate aimed at addressing finances and enrollment challenges, and Point Park now offers transfer pathways for students with impacted majors. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Veterans rallied in Pittsburgh on November 8th to protect the VA from proposed cuts, with organizers saying many veterans are struggling amid furloughs and SNAP benefit reductions (a sign of intense concern over essential services). WPXI
- ➤ City officials closed the Muriel Street and 15th Street intersection in the South Side Flats after a routine catch basin replacement uncovered a void beneath the road. Officials said the closure would last a week and advised drivers to use East Carson Street. WPXI
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Steelers will be without four key players for the Chargers game as guard Isaac Seumalo is ruled out after leaving Sunday's Colts game with a pectoral injury (linebacker Cole Holcomb, receiver Scotty Miller and safety Jabrill Peppers are also sidelined). PennLive
- ➤ Steelers safety Jabrill Peppers will miss his second straight game due to a quad injury that first appeared last week, and the team plans to have Chuck Clark return today against the Los Angeles Chargers. WPXI
- ➤ Paul Zeise started a new weekly column—his notebook shows that he believes the Steelers are still in the best spot to win the AFC North despite low odds. His views give fans a simple look ahead as the season nears. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
- ➤ At a regular season game in McKeesport, Kemon Spell recorded 331 yards and three touchdowns in only three plays but his ankle was injured—raising concerns about his playing time—before he could see more action. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
- ➤ WPIAL announced that the Class 4A and 6A championship games will be held on Saturday at Pine-Richland—Central Catholic will face North Allegheny while McKeesport will host Aliquippa—as part of setting the semifinal venues. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
- ➤ A current Steeler said Ohio State defensive lineman Kayden McDonald—labeled a wrecking ball for his aggressive play—has impressed scouts in a weekly series that runs through the college football season. The series will assess his potential as a top prospect for next season's draft. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
- ➤ Moon came from behind to beat No. 4 seed Penn-Trafford in the WPIAL Class 5A quarterfinal when Andrew Cross threw two touchdowns in the second half—the final score was 20-13. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
- ➤ Troy Fautanu said he appreciates every game as his Steelers career gets on track. In one play, Spencer Anderson’s block led to Colts enforcer DeForest Buckner going down — a moment that boosted team momentum. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
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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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Taylor Acorn Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — $35.32 — Experience the melodic vibes of Taylor Acorn with a VIP package for an exclusive night.
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Taylor Tomlinson Live
7-8:30 p.m. — Benedum Center for the Performing Arts — Last-minute theater tickets available — Enjoy an evening of laughter with Taylor Tomlinson.
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Fall-iday Market
11 AM – 2 PM — Inspired Closets Pittsburgh — Free entry — Enjoy a delightful shopping experience with local vendors and unique gifts.
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Work Wife with Wilby
6-7:30 p.m. — Club Cafe — Tickets available — Experience the folk-rock melodies of Work Wife at one of Pittsburgh's favorite venues.
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Speed Dating for Pittsburgh Singles Aged 34-49
7-9 p.m. — Sunny Jim's Tavern est 1934 — Tickets available — Meet up to 12 potential matches in a fun and safe environment.
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Chaffin Luhana Turkey Giveaway
7-9 p.m. — 500 Mansfield Ave, Pittsburgh, PA — Free entry — Receive a complimentary Thanksgiving turkey at this annual community giveaway.
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Michael Carbonaro Live Show
7-10 p.m. — Carnegie of Homestead — All ages welcome — Experience the magic and humor of Michael Carbonaro from truTV's 'The Carbonaro Effect'.
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