Steel City Horror Show haunts movie fans with secret screenings, spooky antics, and more
The Pittsburgh screening series gives local horror fans a thrill with the creepy fun of late-night TV shows, immersive scares, and special guests.
Lynn Cullen Live: Time is running out. (04-22-25)
Lynn talked about how time is running out to stop the destructioin of American democracy. Those who have lived under authoritarian regimes are warning us we’re moving to slowly and they (Trump) are moving astonishingly fast. Also, what is DOGE really up to? Musk’s boys are pulling data from agencies, destroying the ability to track…
Here’s what we desperately want Dolly Parton to bring to Kennywood
The co-owner of Dollywood recently bought Kennywood. Here’s what the CP Staff imagines Kennywood could do to bring some sweet Dolly Parton vibes to the ‘Burgh.
Marie Benedict appeals to kids with The Secrets of Lovelace Academy
A Pittsburgh author’s debut children’s book introduces young readers to forgotten women in science history with the story of a curious orphan at a strange boarding school.
TacoMania, VegFair, Shark Tank ice cream, and more Pittsburgh food news
This week’s food news includes updates on Narcisi Winery, Crispy Cones, La Prima, Commonplace Coffee, Northland Public Library, Abeille Voyante Tea Co., and Millvale Community Library, as well as tacos and wrestling at Pittsburgh Brewing Company and a spring edition of Pittsburgh VegFest.
Transit Talk: Public transit is a public service. Fund it
Short-term focus on profitability and balanced budgets is shortsighted and could cause long-term harm to Pennsylvania cities.
Lynn Cullen Live: Chaos, Cruelty, Incompetence, Greed and Corruption and Courts. (04-21-25)
Lynn talked about trying to organize all the news stories she finds noteworthy regarding the Trump administration. She finally came up with a file system with the headings Chaos, Cruelty, Incompetence, Greed and Corruption and Courts. They fill up with new articles every day. Chaos, indeed. Audio Only Archive Stream or download the last 5…
Now Hiring in Pittsburgh: Doce Taqueria, MuseumLab, Audubon Society of Western Pa. 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 a bookseller, a digital marketing specialist, a farm market worker, and more.
Affordable-ish Housing in Pittsburgh: NIMBY vs. YIMBY edition
So, what’s the hot new partisan divide to fight about? It’s NIMBY vs. YIMBY! Do I have to take a stance on this? Yes.
At Carlow, Madwomen in the Attic program offers a safe space for “visionary” femme writers
The group has been mentoring dynamic poets, writers, artists, and thinkers for almost 50 years.
Lynn Cullen Live: Lynn took a break from the horrors of the trump administration and talked about happier stories in the news. (04-16-25)
Saquon Barkley of the Philadelphia Eagles donated his $3.1 million bonus to charity; a San Antonio man given a terminal cancer diagnosis and a year to live decided to spend his remaining days volunteering for charities that help the hungry and the homeless and says he’s never been happier; and Myrtle the 20-pound tortoise has…
FREE WILL ASTROLOGY April 17-23
This week’s Free Will Astrology begs us to look at the old, the new, and the overlooked things in our lives with a new perspective.
An all-things-cannabis update on adult-use legalization, regulation, and the possible impact of Trump’s tariffs
City Paper outlined how Pa. stacks up when it comes to serving cannabis industry professionals and medical consumers, and how outside influences could muck up a resource many depend on for relief.
The best restaurants in Pittsburgh to go to stoned af
When the THC hits, take yourself out to one of these exceptional Pittsburgh eateries that are perfectly suited for your enhanced tastebuds.
Homewood locals find self-sufficiency and health benefits in beekeeping
The Black Urban Gardeners and Farmers of Pittsburgh Co-op, aka BUGS, has widened its focus to include beekeeping.
Is Pittsburgh really insulated from climate change? Experts say not so fast
Pittsburgh City Paper looked into the region’s brief history as a climate change haven and what residents might expect as our environment changes.
Pittsburgh’s top events: April 17-23
Looking for something to do in Pittsburgh this week? From an adult Easter egg hunt to the PNC Carousel Grand Opening to a drag brunch and more, there’s always something to do in the Steel City!
ACLU Pa. files suit against Pitt over SJP’s suspension
The ACLU says suspending the group is “unconstitutional,” and the group says its members are facing undue scrutiny from the university and the government.
