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Lyle Lovett bringing 3 intimate nights of shows to City Winery PittsburghVideo
Telling stories comes naturally to singer-songwriter Lyle Lovett, no matter the size of the venue. Whether it’s auditoriums, theaters or clubs, offering insight into the songs and his life is just something the “Cowboy Man” and “She’s No Lady” singer has always done. “When I started playing out almost 50...
TV Talk: Broadcast’s scripted originals go on vacationVideo
Trib Total Media TV writer Rob Owen offers a viewing tip for the coming summer viewing season. Gone are the days when broadcast networks experimented with new episodes of scripted shows in summer. Due to the decline in linear TV viewing and media executives choosing to prioritize programming for streaming...
WWII vet Emily Drake receives honorary degree from RMU, 8 decades after quitting school to enlist
Emily Drake graduated from Aspinwall High School in 1943 with dreams of becoming a reporter. She enrolled at the then-Robert Morris School of Business but was interrupted by an even bigger calling: World War II. “My sister-in-law joined the service, and when she went in I said, ‘I’m not sitting...
Viva Los Tacos reportedly closed in Pittsburgh’s Oakland neighborhood
Viva Los Tacos, which was in part of the former space of the Original Hot Dog Shop in Oakland, has reportedly closed after four and a half years in business. On Monday afternoon, Viva Los Tacos was listed as closed on Yelp and appears to have taken down its website...
Allegheny County residents warned of increased risk for ticks and Lyme disease
As Allegheny County residents step outside to enjoy near-record heat this week, local health experts are warning about the dangers of Lyme disease after an unusually high number of tick bites reported across the country. In April, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued an early advisory urging the...
Here are some moments when The Boss came to the ’Burgh over the yearsVideo
Bruce Springsteen was coming to Pittsburgh before the Benedum Center had its current name. Until 1987, it was the Stanley Theatre. Springsteen will have a few more fans on hand Tuesday night when he returns to the PPG Paints Arena on the “Land of Hope and Dreams” tour. The Steel...
Smashing Pumpkins announce fall tour stop at PPG Paints Arena
Today is the greatest day for Pittsburgh fans of alternative rock band Smashing Pumpkins. The band’s unique and expansive “The Rats in a Cage Tour,” named for a lyric from their hit “Bullet with Butterfly Wings,” will come to PPG Paints Arena on Oct. 6. Each show in this tour...
Pittsburgh local music spotlight: GuidesVideo
Pittsburgh nu metal band Guides released a new single, “Drain,” with two more on the way, all produced by Zac “ZROKK” Diebels from the band Simon Says. ”Simon Says was one of the first bands that I ever saw when I was 12. It was the moment that my rock...
‘Michael’ reclaims the top box office spot in its 4th weekend
After two weeks trailing “The Devil Wears Prada 2,” the Michael Jackson biopic “Michael” reclaimed the No. 1 spot at the North American box office with $26.1 million in ticket sales, according to studio estimates Sunday. The Lionsgate movie is in rarefied territory, having brought in $703.9 million worldwide and...
As electric bills rise, some states are focusing on the growing profits of utilities
HARRISBURG, Pa. — The artificial intelligence boom is leading to fights in some states over growing utility profits, as governors, attorneys general and others protesting rising electricity bills say cash-strapped residents are stuck in a broken system. Officials and lawmakers in at least six states — including Arizona, Indiana, Maryland,...
Community college student from Michigan to be 1st woman to represent U.S. at world welding competition
ANN ARBOR, Mich. — Growing up, Mikala Sposito dreamed of being a trailblazer. “I always wanted to be the first female to do something,” she said. That dream is about to be realized. The 21-year-old from Dexter, Michigan, will be the first woman to represent the United States in welding...
Editorial: The practical price of paid parental leave
The idea that longer parental leave would be best for people is not up for debate. The data is unimpeachable. Longer leave with guaranteed pay after welcoming a child improves outcomes for parents and children alike. But what is best and what is feasible are not always the same thing....
Greater Latrobe grad born to 2 deaf parents finds passion as sign language interpreter amid shortage
Greater Latrobe graduate Daisy Wishard began picking up American Sign Language when she was 9 months old — before she learned spoken English. Born to two deaf parents, Wishard became proficient in sign language by age 5, helping her mother and father order food at restaurants, navigate grocery stores and...
Hempfield Founders Festival shows off new park’s amenities
Four-year-old Ellie Moltz excitedly answered when asked her favorite part of Hempfield’s new Founders Park: “Everything.” To be fair, though, there’s quite a few options to pick from. Founders Park — Hempfield’s newest park — boasts a children’s playground area, splash pad, workout equipment, a multipurpose building, obstacle course and...
The Saucy African brings African flavors to Pittsburgh kitchens
Those who haven’t tried sauces from The Saucy African before might still glean familiarity in the flavors. The Pittsburgh-based food brand — which offers African-inspired simmer sauces, spices and seasonings — occupies an interesting niche. It’s a novel concept rooted in some of the world’s oldest culinary traditions. “This is...
Western Pennsylvanians explore various aspects of an ‘off-grid’ lifestyle
Less is more for some folks choosing to live versions of an off-grid lifestyle in Western Pennsylvania. Ditching modern conveniences and technologies for a simpler, more eco-friendly and less-stressed life appeals to those looking to save money, help the planet and know where their food is coming from. Living off-grid,...
In a heartbeat: What’s the draw of blood donation?
The issue According to Vitalant Pittsburgh communications director Maya Santana, the need for blood has remained steady due to everyday emergencies and ongoing medical treatments. Every two seconds, someone in the United States needs a blood transfusion, and patients rely on a constant and ready supply already available on hospital...
Tambellini family returns to Pittsburgh dining with new Brookline sandwich shop
Less than 24 hours before Tambellini & Co.’s May 8 grand opening, the Brookline sandwich shop was a flurry of activity. Co-owner Michael Tambellini hauled a huge stock pot of marinara — at least five gallons, his fiancée and co-owner Trista Fulton estimated — and pulled pans of house-made mozzarella...
Here are the top 10 concerts we’re looking forward to this summer
As the temperature heats up, so do stages all across the Pittsburgh region. This summer promises to be a packed and exciting concert season in venues both indoors and outdoors. From legacy acts with heaps of sing-along hits to red-hot new pop stars, fans should have no trouble finding a...
Breakfast for dinner is on the menu at these Western Pennsylvania eateries
Breakfast dishes can be a fun departure from traditional dinner foods when dining out. While plenty of diners serve breakfast all day, many of those spots close at 2 or 3 p.m. “It’s one of those things that everybody wants — we sell a lot of breakfast at night,” said...
Country music superstar Luke Bryan bringing his farm tour to Westmoreland County
County music superstar Luke Bryan is bringing his farm tour to the Latrobe area this fall. On Friday, the artist announced three new tour stops, including one at 1846 Farms in Unity Township on Sept. 17. The other new dates are Sept. 18 at Miller Family Farm in Millersport, Ohio,...
Bam! Pow! Krakoom! The everlasting allure of the American comic book
BARCELONA, Spain — Pick one up. Be seduced by its glossy cover. Gaze upon the impossibly muscular body clad in a skin-tight suit. Our hero or heroine will surely be soaring, shouting, blasting a villain into next week. They are ridiculous. They are addictively great. Comic books, of the superhero...
Dozens of empty Waymos circle Atlanta neighborhood
A group of Waymos — the driverless robotaxis being launched in cities across the United States — have been invaded an Atlanta neighborhood over the last two weeks. And the numbers of cars have been multiplying, according to residents. Dozens of empty Waymos invaded an Atlanta neighborhood and circled a...
Penn State officially licensed graduation bobbleheads launch in limited edition series
For Penn State University graduates celebrating their new diplomas, an officially licensed Nittany Lions Graduation Bobblehead is now available for purchase. The Penn State-themed collectible is part of the National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum’s Graduation Bobblehead Series, according to an announcement released Friday. The limited edition bobblehead features...
City of Pittsburgh announces 2026 Summer Concert SeriesVideo
There’s nothing like live music in the summertime, especially when it’s free. On Friday, the CitiParks Office of Special Events announced the schedule for their 2026 Summer Concert Series, presented by Citizens. The series includes 22 live music events in four city parks. From jazz to classical to rock, these...
