Pittsburghers of all faiths gather to break the Ramadan fast at iftar
While the city observed its first iftar at the City-County Building, others observed at home, sharing reflections and Turkish cuisine.
Duolingo is doing the work of play for Pittsburgh families with Duo’s Treehouse
Duo’s Treehouse is the latest initiative in the company’s Early Learners First social impact program.
Rent the Chicken offers fresh eggs, companionship, and community without the commitment
The egg crisis might lead some in Pittsburgh to consider keeping city chickens, a practice that, like other so-called urban agricultural pursuits like gardening and goat raising, has gained popularity over the past decade.
The many lives of Madame Dolores: Art, activism, and a life uncontained
“As a woman, I want respect for my name. I’m not going to ask for it anymore. I put it into my name. So, you’ll have to say my name with respect. Madame Dolores.” The multidisciplinary artist known formally as Christiane Dolores Leach moves through the art world as Madame Dolores. She insists on being…
Can Pittsburgh divest from genocide? No, say the city controller and Pa. courts
The withdrawal reveals the limits of citizen democracy in the commonwealth, but activists for peace in Gaza say “energy is high.”
Pittsburgh’s top events: March 27-April 2
Looking for something to do in Pittsburgh this week? From Saxboybilly18 at Bottlerocket to the PearlArts Grand Opening to Peter Pan and more, there’s always something to do in the Steel City!
Has Mayor Ed Gainey actually delivered on his first-term campaign promises?
The mayor says his administration has made strides but still has room to grow in a variety of areas — CP has identified his term-one campaign promises as Stalled, In Progress, or Complete.
FREE WILL ASTROLOGY March 27-April 2
This week’s Free Will Astrology tells you exactly, word for word, what your future looks like this coming week ….
Pittsburgh Planning Commission unanimously rejects Donny’s historic designation
The former LGBTQ bar was rejected due to fire damage and stipulations in the former owner’s will.
Lynn Cullen Live: A graphic illustration of the dangerous clowns now in control of our government. (03-25-25)
Lynn and Susan talk about the astonishing incompetence and malfeasance evidenced in reporter Jefferey Goldberg being included in a top secret group chat that included the Secretaries of State and Defense sharing explicit operational details of an impending military attack on Yemen were shared. Not only was this a clear violation of the Espionage Act…
Pittsburgh Public Theater bares its teeth with Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?
Armed with a myriad of scathing insults and decades of perceived faults, the production follows longtime married couple Martha and George through a long night of degradation, manipulation, and cerebral torture as the two square off in front of new acquaintances
Transit Talk: New highways are a waste of money
The Southern Beltway cost $75 million per mile to build and sees only 10,000 cars per day — meanwhile, Pittsburgh Regional Transit is begging the state for more money.
PNC Park treats, Starch Madness fries, Empty Bowls, and more Pittsburgh food news
This week’s food news includes updates on The Cheese Queen, Ripepi Winery, Iron City Distilling, Aslin Beer Co., Trace Brewing, City Works, Walnut Grill, Blue Sky Kitchen, and Freeman Family Farm Store, as well as a soup-filled fundraiser and a roster of new concession items at PNC Park.
Lynn Cullen Live: The people must take the lead, any way they can. (03-24-25)
Corruption, cruelty and capitulation typify our fraught political times. The corruption and cruelty of the Trump administration continue unabated and the capitulation of Congress, corporations, law firms and politicians is breathtaking and only empowers this lawless administration. People cannot wait for the Democratic party to lead them. The people must take the lead, any way…
Now Hiring in Pittsburgh: Title 9 Sports Bar, CitiParks Pools, Venture Outdoors, and more
Looking for a new job? We searched through local employment guides to curate a list of the best job openings around Pittsburgh this week including deli workers, lifeguards and other summer jobs, a Curator of American Art, and more.
Justin Fabus knows country music is more than cowboy boots and big belt buckles
“I want people to be completely exhausted after my shows.” Pittsburgh-born country artist Justin Fabus on battling addiction, clapping back at online haters, and preparing for his upcoming London tour stops.
A long life unfolds through fleeting, emotional vignettes and cake at City Theatre
The Pittsburgh premiere of Birthday Candles follows a woman whose 100-plus years play out in formative blips and tender, sometimes heartbreaking moments.
Summer Lee gets a loud reception for criticism of DOGE and Democrats at town hall
Lee didn’t name names, but said that Congressional Democrats needed to stand up for working people and Congressional Republicans need to “grow a spine.”
Affordable-ish Housing in Pittsburgh: Dead things back to life edition
Usually it’s bad when dead things come alive again around here (zombies, especially), but spring is the exception to the rule.
Lynn Cullen Live: “Our children will not know it’s a different country.” (03-20-25)
Lynn talked about the very real danger that young Americans will have no memory of a functional government, no appreciation of a functioning democracy. She quoted a poem that says, “Our children will not know it’s a different country.” That is true and truly chilling because it makes it that much easier for the fascists…
Yinzer Yums of Yesteryear: Strawberry pretzel salad
Strawberry pretzel salad is a retro Pittsburgh favorite, and it’s irresistible for anyone who loves a crunchy, creamy blend of salty and sweet.
Lynn Cullen Live: The brazen lawlessness of this administration is mind-blowing. (03-19-25)
A federal judge determines the firing of transexual troops in the military is clearly unconstitutional, a violation of the equal protection clause. Another federal judge says Trump’s gutting of USAID is unconstitutional, just as yet another federal judge put a temporary halt to the deportation of undocumented people to El Salvador because of its likely…
Local lawmakers have won bipartisan support for a bill prohibiting hair discrimination
The CROWN Act, a law that would prohibit the denial of professional and or educational opportunities based on hair text and protective styles, was introduced in 2020 and passed in the Pa. House on March 17, 2025.
Several Pittsburgh-area college hoops standouts are now balling out in Slovakia
Five former U.S. college basketball standouts — including some with ties to the Pittsburgh area — find a home playing professional basketball in Bratislava, Slovakia.
FREE WILL ASTROLOGY March 20-26
This week’s Free Will Astrology finds wisdom in the stars and also in the world’s fastest animals and tallest trees.
Community Kitchen Pittsburgh is bringing its culinary programs and famous fish fries home to Uptown
Community Kitchen’s biggest fundraiser, the fish fry, is a community event so beloved that it even brings back CKP alumni eager to volunteer.
Pittsburgh’s top spring events: March 20-June 20
See what’s blooming this spring at Pittsburgh’s hottest events of the season including Solid Pink Disco with DJ Trixie Mattel, the Pennsylvania Cannabis Convention, 3 Rivers Comicon, Vampire Weekend, and more.
