Pittsburgh
Morning News
Tuesday, December 23rd, 2025
Good morning, Pittsburgh. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 23rd of December.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Six lottery tickets won a $180,000 Treasure Hunt jackpot in Pennsylvania when they matched all five numbers drawn. Two winning tickets came from a Moon Township Sheetz and a Monongahela Dierken's Pharmacy, with each earning $30,000 (winners should sign their tickets promptly to claim the prize). KDKA
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Plum High School students are live broadcasting a telethon to benefit Make-A-Wish today, with Daisy Jade leading the on-campus production to support the charity. CBS Pittsburgh
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ According to the Pennsylvania Lottery, a Cash 5 ticket with Quick Cash sold Sunday night at a Giant Eagle on Butler Plant Road in Shaler Township matched all five numbers — 11, 20, 31, 36, 38 — to win $770,000. Ticket holders have one year to claim prizes. KDKA
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Pittsburgh Regional Transit will reopen the Mt. Washington Transit Tunnel on Christmas Day, restoring regular bus and rail service between the South Hills and downtown. The tunnel was closed since February for upgrades and experienced delays after a design issue led to track relocation. WPXI
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A guide of top Chinese takeout restaurants helps Pittsburgh residents skip holiday cooking by listing local favorites and their schedules, including special hours at Lin’s Garden (open today from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.). The feature covers options across neighborhoods for quick meals and easy pickup or delivery. NEXTpittsburgh
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Pittsburgh Riverhounds will hold an open tryout on Friday, Jan. 16 at AHN Montour Sports Complex in Coraopolis from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. for a $150 fee ($125 early by Jan. 9) and will launch Pittsburgh Riverhounds 2 in USL League Two next season. WTAE
- ➤ Steelers' DK Metcalf had an altercation with a Lions fan, Ryan Kennedy, on Sunday after Kennedy called him by his full name — a comment that sparked past conflict — prompting Metcalf to grab and rip Kennedy's shirt, and coach Mike Tomlin said he has not yet addressed the incident. PennLive
- ➤ Pitt basketball posted an impressive blowout win against Penn State, kicking off ACC play and a short Christmas break — a sign of fresh energy for the season. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
- ➤ Sidney Crosby broke Mario Lemieux’s scoring record for Penguins on Sunday night with a goal and assist in a win over the Montreal Canadiens (4 to 3) at PPG Paints Arena. The milestone lifted him to 1,724 points and third on the NHL’s all time list for a single franchise. WTAE
- ➤ Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III suffered a hamstring injury in the Lions game & was replaced by Scotty Miller; his status remains unclear, and Roman Wilson may see extra action if he is needed against the Browns. PennLive
- ➤ Registration has opened for the 2026 Marathon Kickoff Training Run in the Strip District on Jan. 10 at 8 a.m. at 15th Street Plaza; runners and walkers, including first-timers, can join photo ops, a warm-up with a live DJ, and enjoy coffee + bagels afterward. WTAE
- ➤ The Steelers won 29-24 over the Lions on Sunday when a late offensive pass-interference call canceled a touchdown that would have given Detroit the win, pushing Pittsburgh into the AFC North lead with two games remaining. WTAE
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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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Carolina Hurricanes vs. Pittsburgh Penguins
7-8:30 p.m. — PPG Paints Arena — Tickets available — Catch the thrilling matchup between the Hurricanes and Penguins in this exciting NHL showdown.
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New Year's Eve Tasting Menu
N/A — Wed, Dec 31st — Eleven — $95 per person — Indulge in a four-course tasting menu crafted by Chef Eli to celebrate the New Year.
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Liam Cullagh Standup Comedy Show
7 p.m. — Sunken Bus Studios — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of laughter with standup comedian Liam Cullagh.
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Candlelight: Tribute to Taylor Swift
8:45-10 p.m. — Omni William Penn Hotel — Get your tickets now to discover the music of Taylor Swift in a captivating candlelight setting.
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Liam Cullagh Standup Comedy Show
7-10 p.m. — Sunken Bus Studios — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of laughs with comedian Liam Cullagh, known for his viral sketches and engaging performances.
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Speed Dating for Singles in Pittsburgh
7-9 p.m. — Sunny Jim's Tavern est 1934 — Ticket required — Meet up to 12 potential matches in a friendly and effective speed dating atmosphere.
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