Pittsburgh
Morning News
Thursday, December 25th, 2025
Good morning, Pittsburgh. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 25th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday morning, the Allegheny County Sheriff's Office gave away poinsettias outside the county courthouse to spread holiday cheer (flowers donated by Bob’s Market and Greenhouse in the Strip District). WPXI
- ➤ Fox Chapel Area School District students held their 36th annual telethon on Dec. 23, raising $101,001 after anonymous donors matched up to $50,000 in donations. The funds will benefit Fox Families Care to help local children and families in need. WPXI
- ➤ Clairton City School District students received $50 grocery gift cards during the holidays from the Will Allen Foundation (founded by a former Steelers safety) and Eden Hall Foundation to support families over winter break at Produce Marketplace. The Tribune-Review
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Mancini’s Bakery returns for its 5th year with signature bread art that spotlights an Eat’n Park commercial — locals are encouraged to tag their photos on Facebook. WPXI
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On Christmas Eve, shoppers lined up early outside Wholey's Market in the Strip District to gather ingredients for the annual Feast of Seven Fishes. Employees served hot chocolate and coffee as families celebrated a time-honored tradition and filled the store with festive cheer. WTAE
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Mount Washington Transit Tunnel will reopen today — a delay from its initial October plan — while Pittsburgh Regional Transit spokesman Adam Brandolph said a study will assess making the temporary Allentown service permanent. KDKA
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The CDC is investigating a Salmonella outbreak linked to raw oysters that has sickened 10 people in Pennsylvania, while 64 cases with 20 hospitalizations have been reported nationwide. Officials caution that cooking oysters lowers the risk of food poisoning. WPXI
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Coach Mike Tomlin expects Roman Wilson to step up his role after DK Metcalf's suspension and Calvin Austin III's hamstring injury have limited other options & opened a door for the wide receiver to prove his readiness. PennLive
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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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