On the Tahn: Dance parties at Bridge Music Bar, Spirit, and more (Sept. 15-18)
Dance the weekend away at these Pittsburgh dance parties playing everything from “future dance music” to Drake.
County Council to investigate possible wrongdoing underlying tax assessment verdict
A common pleas judge has found that Allegheny County has improperly calculated property tax assessments by failing to accurately account for housing inflation since 2016, which some predict will cause economic distress for the county, as well as local municipalities and school districts.
August Wilson Center fills fall season with music festivals, new series, and more
The August Wilson African American Cultural Center’s fall season features a broad range of in-person events and visual arts programming.
NLRB files complaint against Pittsburgh-area Starbucks accused of intimidating workers
The National Labor Relations Board has filed a complaint against Starbucks for allegations of intimidation and misconduct toward organizing employees at multiple Pittsburgh-area locations.
Rocktoberfest brings a new spin to classic fall celebration
The yearly celebration of German culture and authentic beers like Marzens, Hefeweizens, and Festbiers is a staple in Pittsburgh. Now, there’s a new must-see Oktoberfest festival for beer and music fans. Learn more about Beers of the Burgh’s first-ever Rocktoberfest featuring beer, food, live music, and dancing … with a twist.
For the seventh year, Pittsburgh Recovery Walk proves recovery is possible
This weekend, the Pittsburgh Recovery Walk returns to Downtown for its seventh year. The annual event is intended to celebrate recovery in all forms, eliminate stigma, and highlight regional resources for recovery.
Exiled Vietnamese pop star finds free expression in Pittsburgh with Bad Activist
Mai Khoi, a dissident musician once regarded as Vietnam’s Lady Gaga, will present a world premiere performance at Pittsburgh Playhouse.
Bivalent COVID-19 vaccines now available in Allegheny County
Allegheny County pharmacies and healthcare providers are now distributing booster vaccines geared towards immunization against the BA.4 and BA.5 coronavirus variants. State agencies approved their usage on Sept. 1.
Lobbyist gift ban does not reach House floor; advocates say ‘there’s still time’
The state legislature did not force a vote yesterday on a bill restricting the flow off lobbying funds despite the hopes of an advocacy group that’s spent years pushing for reforms. Some supporters say the bill may still move forward during the current session.
Lynn Cullen Live: Man survives alligator attack (09-13-22)
Lynn and Susan are talking about a man in Florida who survived an alligator attack. Plus they discuss the Emmy awards and fashion and feminism. Audio Only Archive Stream or download the last 5 shows on the MP3 downloads page.
Can sculptures, a week of Negronis, a sexy brunch, and more Pittsburgh food news
This week’s Pittsburgh food news includes updates on 412 Food Rescue, Acrospire Brewing Co., and YINZ Coffee, as well as an urban farm tour, a coffee fundraiser, a community tailgate event, and more.
Local LGBTQ youth draft Protect Trans Kids Day proclamation
Three LGBTQ teenagers are celebrating Pittsburgh’s first Protect Trans Kids Day, the result of a proclamation they drafted with support from City Councilor Bobby Wilson.
Employer roundtable seeks to redress Pittsburgh pay inequities
Local leaders are inviting area employers to a roundtable event for addressing pay inequities that negatively affect women of color in Pittsburgh.
Lynn Cullen Live: Book on Trump not leaving White House (09-12-22)
Lynn is talking about the media coverage of the death of Queen Elizabeth. Plus she talks about information from a book by New York Times reporter Maggie Haberman that Trump told aides he would not leave the White House. Audio Only Archive Stream or download the last 5 shows on the MP3 downloads page.
Pittsburgh’s top concerts: Sept. 12-18
Music writer Jordan Snowden’s list of Pittsburgh’s best concerts this week, featuring music fests, Elton John, amazing local line-ups, and more.
Now Hiring in Pittsburgh: Academic Coach, DJ, Pantry Coordinator, and more
Looking for a new job in Pittsburgh? We searched through local employment guides to curate a list of the best job openings throughout the region, including positions at the Penn Hills Library, Rick’s Cabaret, The Pennsylvania Trolley Museum, Commonplace Coffee, and more.
5 Places to buy mooncakes for Mid-Autumn Festival
Mooncakes are traditionally eaten to celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival. Here’s a peek at some of the places you can get them in Pittsburgh.
Stay Weird, Pittsburgh: Big ol’ boys, Mac Miller’s diet, and more
We’re documenting everything that made Pittsburgh the weird place it is this week, including a confusing text from a local politician and a nostalgic walk down memory lane with the late Mac Miller.
Gas firm and residents clash over plans to drill near a public school in Elizabeth
A permit application from a gas company hoping to sink another well in Elizabeth Township could extend over several weeks, as the lengthy public process plays out.
Five concerning quotes from new survey on jail conditions
Almost 90% of people incarcerated in county jail last fall completed a research survey, where they described hygiene conditions and the state of its food and healthcare services.
Pittsburgh enters economic and climate partnership with German town of Dortmund
Pittsburgh has teamed up with a similar Germany city around shared goals on climate and economic policies. Pittsburgh Mayor Ed Gainey and Dortmund’s mayor, Thomas Westphal, sealed the agreement during a zoom meeting this morning.
Audit says annual Pa. Turnpike toll hikes place undue burden on motorists
A new audit on the Pennsylvania Turnpike recommends reduced operating costs, and for the General Assembly to address debt and shift the financial burden away from travelers.
Nobel-prize winner Abdulrazak Gurnah brings epic work of fiction to Pittsburgh
Ahead of his Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ appearance, learn more about Abdulrazak Gurnah and his novel, Afterlives. The story examines how the colony Deutsch-Ostafrika, or German East Africa, ruled with an iron fist in the region, affecting the lives of millions of Africans. It can be read as historical fiction, as an adventure novel, and,…
Lynn Cullen Live: Fascist Republicans (09-08-22)
Lynn is talking about Fascist Republicans and how they are trying to shape America, including Doug Mastriano, who was in Pittsburgh for campaign stops. Plus Amy Coney Barrett who was paid 5 times from anti-LGBTQ groups and then sits in judgement of gay rights. Audio Only Archive Stream or download the last 5 shows on…
On the Tahn: Dance parties at Cobra, The Goldmark, CMOA, and more (Sept. 8-11)
Dance the weekend away at these Pittsburgh parties where you’ll find everything from deep R&B cuts to one of the biggest LGBTQ events of the year.
Lynn Cullen Live: Judge rules on Special Master (09-07-22)
Lynn is talking about President Biden’s speech last week on the attack on democracy by the MAGA Republicans. Plus how the deer population in Frick and Schenley parks are increasing and eating up all of the good vegetation. Audio Only Archive Stream or download the last 5 shows on the MP3 downloads page.
Being a queer pastor isn’t for the faint of heart
A Western Pennsylvania pastor shares a first-person essay on how disheartening it is to know that if his parisionhers were aware he practices non-monogamy and wants to pursue a same-sex relationship, they would likely reject him as their pastor and ask for a revocation of his credentials.
Pittsburgh punk bands deliver with intimate, infectious new releases
Details on new music from two local punk bands, featuring personal connections, high-energy, and heart-thumping power.
Black femme artists take the stage at Pittsburgh Playhouse
Urban Bush Women take to the stage “exploring race, identity, and ideas of beauty through the lens of Black women’s hair.”
Preserving the radical history of Pennsylvania’s bootleg coal miners
Learn about America’s bootleg coal miners from a local expert, featuring workers in Pennsylvania coal towns who asserted their right to survive exploitative conditions by mining coal in their communities and selling it themselves, even if the land and the coal were owned by huge corporations.
Pittsburgh’s top events: Sept. 8-14
Looking for something to do in Pittsburgh this week? From a cult-classic film screening to the “biggest and wildest party of the year,” we’ve got a list of this week’s top events in the Steel City.
Remake Learning on making education more tech-savvy, inclusive, and joyful
To celebrate a milestone year bringing positive change to the local learning ecosystem, Remake Learning is throwing a bash promising to mix “audio-visual storytelling with theatrics and audience participation.”
5 Questions with artist and community builder Caroline Yoo
Meet Caroline Yoo, an artist and community builder, and learn about her artistic practice, her identity, and work with local AAPI artist collective, JADED.
FREE WILL ASTROLOGY: Sept. 8-14
Plan your week ahead with a little help from this week’s Free Will Astrology, a forecast filled with advice from mystics, naturalists, and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar.
