Pittsburgh
Morning News
Monday, December 15th, 2025
Good morning, Pittsburgh. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 15th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Pittsburgh’s Jewish community began celebrating Hanukkah today—despite news of a deadly attack on a Jewish gathering at a famous Australian beach on Sunday, as reported by KDKA-TV. CBS Pittsburgh
- ➤ Make-A-Wish Greater Pennsylvania granted Scout's wish through its Pittsburgh branch in April 2024, giving her a magical visit to Florida theme parks where she met princesses and collected autographs. The non-profit supports medically eligible kids + relies on community donations to fund each wish. CBS Pittsburgh
- ➤ Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin is preparing his 6th annual toy drive, which *supports local families* at Sto-Rox Area High School on Tuesday from 6-8:30 p.m. Toys will be given on a first-come, first-served basis, with a birth certificate required for each child if an adult attends alone. WPXI
- ➤ Megan Shinn highlighted Make-A-Wish Greater Pennsylvania's efforts to give hope to families managing a child's serious illness in the KD Sunday Spotlight (a feature on their vital work). CBS Pittsburgh
- ➤ AAA predicts record holiday travel this season and a Betway Insider report lists Pittsburgh among the cities expected to face heavy congestion on Christmas. Drivers are advised to plan extra travel time for safe journeys. PennLive
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A snow plow caught fire early today on Campbells Run Road near the border of Collier Township (Allegheny County) at about 12:30 a.m., and no injuries were reported. WTAE
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On Dec. 9, locals in Westmoreland County marked 60 years since witnesses saw strange lights in the sky and military activity near Kecksburg. The Record continues gathering details (including memories from veteran reporter Bob Gaddy) as officials review the unexplained incident. WTAE
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ After Saturday's drawing produced no jackpot winner, the Powerball jackpot grew to $1.1 billion today with an estimated cash option of $503.4 million (the sixth-largest in history), and Pennsylvania Lottery officials noted seven tickets earned prizes over $1 million. WPXI
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Township officials in Cook and Buffalo address local concerns over solar farms as large panel installations force residents to adjust home plans (affecting rural views) while ordinances and potential state bills aim to balance energy needs with farmland preservation. The Tribune-Review
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Local veterinarians report that dangerous reactions from pet vaccines are very rare. Pet owners in Penn Hills and nearby areas are working with their vets to stagger shots for better monitoring while ensuring core immunizations protect pets from serious diseases. The Tribune-Review
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Steelers tight end Darnell Washington cleared the concussion protocol and will play tonight against the Dolphins. WPXI
- ➤ The Penguins will host the Utah Mammoth at PPG Paints Arena this weekend in game 31, giving fans another chance to see the team secure a win. WPXI
- ➤ Yesterday, Pitt volleyball defeated Purdue 3-1 in four sets to clinch its fifth straight Final Four spot (the top-seeded team secured a hard-fought win). WPXI
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Pre-Kwanzaa Celebration
4-8 p.m. — Nafasi on Centre — Free entry — Celebrate and learn about Kwanzaa traditions with food and family activities.
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Christmastime with Trisha Yearwood
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Heinz Hall for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the season with Trisha Yearwood and the Pittsburgh Symphony in a night of festive music.
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It's a Wonderful Life
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Margaret Partee Performing Arts Center — Tickets vary — Experience the classic holiday tale of George Bailey and the impact of one life on a community.
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Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra - Highmark Holiday Pops
2:30-4 p.m. — Heinz Hall for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the season with captivating holiday music performed by the renowned Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra.
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Montreal Canadiens vs. Pittsburgh Penguins
7:00 – 8:30 PM — PPG Paints Arena — Ticket prices vary — Catch the thrilling matchup as the Canadiens face off against the Penguins in NHL action.
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Dazzling Nights® Pittsburgh
5:15-8:15 p.m. — Pittsburgh Botanic Garden — Cost info not provided — Experience stunning holiday lights and new immersive displays under a 50-foot tall tree.
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Dazzling Nights® Pittsburgh
5-8 p.m. — Pittsburgh Botanic Garden — Cost TBD — Experience epic holiday displays under a 50 foot tall tree at Dazzling Nights.
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Dazzling Nights in Pittsburgh
8:45-11:45 PM — Pittsburgh Botanic Garden — Cost varies — Immerse yourself in magical holiday lighting displays and festivities under a stunning 50-foot tree.
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Dazzling Nights Pittsburgh
5-8 p.m. — Pittsburgh Botanic Garden — Ticket info not provided — Experience enchanting holiday lighting displays beneath a 50-foot tree.
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Dazzling Nights® Pittsburgh
6:45-9:45 p.m. — Pittsburgh Botanic Garden — Ticket prices vary — Immerse yourself in enchanting holiday lights and experiences under a magnificent 50-foot tree.
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