Vol. 30, No. 34
Black-led Community Spotlight: The Center for African American Poetry and Poetics fellow Xandria Phillips
By Dani Janae
Pennsylvania set to enter northeastern initiative limiting carbon from power plants
A regulatory board approved the measure Wednesday, but it could still face legal and legislative hurdles
By Stephen Caruso
In change of heart, Gov. Wolf to order K-12 school mask mandate in Pennsylvania
By Stephen Caruso and Marley Parish
Allegheny County exec Rich Fitzgerald submits countywide paid sick leave bill
By Ryan Deto
Loser ex-president endorses Sean Parnell for senate … and lies in the process
New plumbing code amendment could expand gender-neutral bathroom access in Allegheny County
By Kimberly Rooney 高小荣
Where is Pittsburgh’s population growth occurring and who is driving it?
Pennsylvania's billionaires more than doubled their wealth during pandemic, says report
By John L. Micek
Pittsburgh Controller calls for PPS leadership change after superintendent's ethics violations
Despite a request from Wolf, GOP lawmakers won’t mandate masks in Pa. schools
By Marley Parish
Q&A with 2022 GOP gov. candidate Jason Richey on taxes, hyperloop, and voting
Despite being a newcomer to state politics, the Pittsburgh lawyer has argued he’s the candidate most likely to win
Driver, staff shortage at Port Authority causing missed trips and less transit frequency
Port Authority to allow e-bikes on Pittsburgh-area transit vehicles with new pilot program
Pa. GOP candidate says he’ll bring “20 strong men” to intimidate school boards who approve mask mandates
Tropical Storm Ida causes flooding across the Pittsburgh region, flood watch in effect
Controversial Allegheny County Jail contractor has criminal history and warned of a race war against correctional officers
Beer of the Week: Old Thunder Brewing’s Streetlight Stars
By Owen Gabbey
Rosewater brings Middle Eastern authenticity to Downtown’s fast-casual dining scene
New ciders, a taco festival, and more Pittsburgh food news
13 new books to look out for this August
Monthly book release highlights from bookstagrammer @jord_reads_books
By Jordan Snowden
Learn the history of Dippy the Dinosaur's namesake in a new edition of Bone Wars
City of Asylum's Jazz Poetry Month to connect Pittsburgh and international audiences with experimental art and music
Song Spotlight: "Reno" by Side Sleeper
Seven Days in Pittsburgh: Aug. 26-Sept. 1
This week’s must-see arts and cultural events
By CP Staff
On the Tahn: Dance parties and live music at Mellon Park, Spirit, and more (August 26-29)
Check out these new activities coming to the 2021 Pittsburgh Irish Festival
Kelly Strayhorn Theater to welcome audiences back in person with fall events
Notable Pittsburgh skateboarder Maya Haptas talks tattoos and kicks
Clothes Make ... Shred Your Fears founder and assistant editor of Bigfoot Skateboarding Magazine
By Tereneh Idia
Row House Cinema announces return of pop-up drive-in theater to Strip District
By Amanda Waltz
Candyman is a tale of two different movies
Spirits Roaming on the Earth at Miller ICA presents a portrait of an artist like no other
Silver Eye Center for Photography to launch dual exhibition examining the tragedies and triumphs of personal growth
Mattress Factory to kick off making home here art exhibition with Community Block Party
How becoming a dad helped save my life after years of struggling with my mental health
By Terry Jones
Now Hiring: Graphic Designer, Bike Mechanic, Director of Marketing, and more job openings this week in Pittsburgh
Compiled by Lisa Cunningham
FREE WILL ASTROLOGY: Aug. 26-Sept. 1
By Rob Brezsny
Lynn Cullen Live - 8/25/21
By Lynn Cullen
Lynn Cullen Live - 8/26/21
Lynn Cullen Live - 8/30/21
Lynn Cullen Live - 8/31/21
By Mars Johnson
Both the Evergreen Cafe owner and his adversaries are calling authorities over the new loading zone
By Matt Petras
Confessions of a non-monogamous, compulsively caregiving eldest daughter
By Jessie Sage
Ed Piskor exhibition postponed over sexual misconduct allegations
Is Pittsburgh headed for a Catholic renaissance?
By Colin Williams