Pittsburgh
Morning News
Monday, December 30th, 2024
Good morning, Pittsburgh. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 30th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ An apartment fire in East Hills leaves over 60 people homeless and claims the life of two-year-old Praise Lemons, sparking community efforts for better living conditions and support for the displaced families. WTAE
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Pittsburgh is preparing for its 31st New Year's Eve celebration with a six-hour arts-focused event offering fireworks, parades, and performances. The Tribune-Review
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Pittsburgh faces potential heavy rain and damaging winds, leading to a KDKA First Alert Weather Day, with near-record temperatures followed by cooler New Year conditions. CBS Pittsburgh
- ➤ A wind advisory in Western Pennsylvania reports winds surpassing 60 mph in Allegheny County, causing power outages for over 50,000 people. WPXI
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Sidney Crosby becomes the Pittsburgh Penguins' all-time assists leader, surpassing Mario Lemieux's record during a victory against the New York Islanders. PennLive
- ➤ Pitt football offensive tackle Branson Taylor is set to enter the NFL Draft, marking the third consecutive year a player from that position at Pitt has done so. WPXI
- ➤ The Pittsburgh Penguins celebrate a goal by Michael Bunting during a victory against the New York Islanders in an NHL game. WPXI
- ➤ Pitt volleyball's Torrey Stafford, a highly decorated sophomore outside hitter, has entered the NCAA Transfer Portal with potential interests from USC, Penn State, and Louisville. The Pitt News
- ➤ The Pittsburgh Steelers have clinched a playoff berth and face various scenarios that could determine their seed and opponent in the upcoming postseason. WPXI
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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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Damon Buxton Live at Antonio's Pizzeria
Enjoy a live performance by Damon Buxton at Antonio's Pizzeria in Pittsburgh.
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Nfinity Champions League Cheerleading Competition - Pittsburgh 2025
The Nfinity Champions League Pittsburgh 2025 cheerleading competition will take place at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center, featuring bids for The Summit & D2 Summit.
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ONE PIECE Music Symphony Concert in Pittsburgh
Experience a unique symphonic concert featuring over 50 musicians performing music from the adventures of ONE PIECE.
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Life of Pi: A Theatrical Adaptation
Life of Pi is a visually stunning theatrical adaptation of the bestselling novel, depicting a young boy's extraordinary survival journey with a Bengal tiger after a shipwreck.
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Grateful Dub: Reggae Tribute to the Grateful Dead
Grateful Dub presents a reggae-infused tribute to the Grateful Dead featuring special guests Roots of Creation at Thunderbird Café & Music Hall.
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