Pittsburgh
Morning News
Tuesday, December 24th, 2024
Good morning, Pittsburgh. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 24th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A local business donated a solar system to support a Pittsburgh family with a member battling terminal cancer. CBS Pittsburgh
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Pittsburgh offers a variety of holiday events from Dec. 26-29, including a Holiday Lights Tour, performances of 'The Nutcracker,' and unique attractions like Wild Illuminations at the zoo, showcasing the city's festive spirit. NEXTpittsburgh
- ➤ The Club Cafe in South Side is closing by the end of the month, with a variety of local acts performing as a farewell, prompting Pittsburgh's music scene to seek alternative venues. NEXTpittsburgh
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Huston Middle School students celebrated a fun day with games and activities, including taping the assistant principal to a wall, to mark a 35% decrease in disciplinary referrals from the previous school year. The Tribune-Review
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ President Biden commuted the sentences of nearly all federal death row inmates to life without parole, excluding the Pittsburgh synagogue shooter, the Charleston church shooter, and the Boston Marathon bomber. WTAE
- ➤ Allegheny County offices and courts will close for Christmas Day, resuming regular operations on December 26. Allegheny County
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Holiday travel hits record numbers as Americans journey home for the season. CBS Pittsburgh
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Five Pittsburgh Steelers players, including George Pickens, returned to practice, indicating potential participation in the upcoming game against the Kansas City Chiefs, while Joey Porter Jr. and Ben Skowronek did not practice. PennLive
- ➤ Several players from the Pittsburgh Steelers and Philadelphia Eagles were fined for their involvement in a fight during a recent game. PennLive
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Harlem Globetrotters World Tour in Pittsburgh
The Original Harlem Globetrotters will showcase their incredible ball handling skills and entertainment during their action-packed World Tour at PPG Paints Arena.
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Anime Night: The Rinne Festival at Spirit
Anime Night blends the excitement of a concert with the atmosphere of a convention, featuring cosplaying, vendors, and live music.
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New York Islanders Game Against Pittsburgh Penguins
The New York Islanders will face off against the Pittsburgh Penguins at PPG Paints Arena, featuring key player injuries impacting both teams.
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Noon Year's Eve Celebration
Celebrate the arrival of 2025 with live music from Steeltown, party favors, and a midnight champagne toast at The Crafthouse Stage & Grill.
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Pittsburgh RV Show 2025
The Pittsburgh RV Show is the longest-running indoor event focused on recreational vehicles, showcasing a wide variety of RV models, accessories, and innovations for enthusiasts and potential buyers.
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Pittsburgh RV Show 2025
The Pittsburgh RV Show 2025, the longest-running indoor RV show in the country, will showcase hundreds of new RV models and technologies from January 11-19, 2025 at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center.
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Silverstein Live - 25 Years of Noise
The concert features the band Silverstein alongside Thursday, Arm's Length, and Split Chain at Stage AE in Pittsburgh.
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Seeds of Renewal: Planting a Vibrant New Year 2025
This event features a series of wellness workshops and healing sessions designed to foster connection and set intentions for the upcoming year.
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