Why lead one county when you can influence 10? Outgoing County Executive Rich Fitzgerald announced his new gig with the... more

Lights, camera, action! Now that the Hollywood actors’ and writers’ strikes are over, what does it take to get Pittsburgh’s... more

It’s the Friday news roundup! PA still doesn’t have a state budget and it’s costing local community colleges and libraries... more

Description:  It’s the food show! We’re helping you get into the holiday spirit with Christmas pop-up bar recommendations. Plus, our tips... more

Pittsburghers tend to be pretty nostalgic — we love giving directions based on what used to be somewhere — and... more

The Hollywood Theater in Dormont is back in business, temporarily. Developer Brian Mendelssohn is in the preview phase of a... more

Judicial elections don’t usually take the spotlight. But this year, the race for PA’s Supreme Court between Democrat Daniel McCaffery... more

Tis the season to shop small! For this month’s City Cast Pittsburgh gift guide, we’re ticking off a swirl of... more

Over the last couple months, one local name has become synonymous with failure — or at least culpability. The 6-4... more

It’s hard to tell now, but Pittsburgh’s got deep roots in roller skating. We’re talking about the heyday for local... more

It’s the Friday news roundup! The City Cast Pittsburgh team is going deep on Mayor Ed Gainey’s “State of the... more

Dietary restrictions and food allergies can be a real damper on all of the delicious holiday dishes, but they don’t... more

It’s officially winter, according to Allegheny County’s emergency winter housing plan, which is supposed to expand our capacity to provide for unhoused... more

How tall is too tall for a building in Bloomfield? Developer Echo Realty requested a zoning variance to increase the... more

Spin e-scooters were all over Pittsburgh as part of a two-year pilot, and lawmakers could reauthorize them any day —... more

It’s the Friday news roundup! Earlier this week, voters in Ohio codified access to abortion and recreational cannabis, and we... more

Whether you want a turkey-less Thanksgiving or a soul food feast that can feed 15 people, newsletter editor Francesca Dabecco... more

You voted, let’s talk about it! Allegheny County is under new leadership. Hear all about who got to celebrate, who... more

To celebrate her 10-year anniversary in Pittsburgh, host Megan Harris is giving herself a challenge: learn how to say one sentence in... more

If you spend all your time in your backyard birdwatching, you’re probably already halfway to contributing to a citizen science... more

It’s a special Election edition of the Friday news roundup, and it’s our 412th episode! (We love a Pgh holiday.) The polls are open Tuesday... more

As Allegheny County’s Latinx population grows, we’re also seeing more restaurants reflecting our changing demographics. Luz Amanda Hank and Howard Alvarez from... more

Pennsylvania’s laws can feel like they were written for another time, and that’s because many of them were. From a... more

Happy Halloween! We’re celebrating with two twisted local tales that date back to the Prohibition era. First, folklorist and historian David... more

Romance readers know the tropes — enemies to lovers, fake dating, there’s only one bed — but finding a story that centers LGBTQ+... more

It’s the Friday news roundup! The City Cast team is keeping it light heading into Halloween week. We’re bringing you... more

With fall in full swing, it’s soup season! Sarah McAlee, also known as brothmonger, is considered a soup-lebrity around town. She joins... more

Book bans have been cropping up all over the country, usually brought by conservative parent or community groups appealing to... more

George Romero’s 1968 movie, “Night of The Living Dead,” is a cult classic. The horror flick is considered the godfather of the... more

The Allegheny County Jail has one of the highest death rates per capita in the country. Last week, the family of Anthony Talotta, one... more

It’s the Friday news roundup! Archers have taken out a surprising number of deer in Pittsburgh parks; the city school board is considering... more

Something new for yinz! We’re talking all things food — a bunch of new restaurants are opening, a few restaurants... more

There’s an urban legend here about a man — a spectre with a glowing green face — doomed to roam the highways... more

There’s a chill in the air. Pumpkin spice is on the menu. It’s the perfect time to buy a gift... more

A few weeks ago, Pittsburgh (quietly) got a lot bigger — not because some huge influx of people moved here, but because... more

It’s the Friday news roundup! A controversial diorama at the Carnegie Museum of Natural History is being removed after a... more

It's cider donut season! To celebrate, we're bringing back one of our tastiest episodes, when the City Cast crew tried... more

If you polled a bunch of Pittsburghers and asked who’s the most beloved person in our city, it’s safe to... more

If you plan to buy something in the city this weekend, come prepared, because Pittsburgh’s plastic bag ban goes into... more

It’s the Friday news roundup! Lawmakers in Washington have been up in arms — about the possibility of a shutdown,... more

Pittsburgh Coffee Week kicks off October 15, and we’ve got all you need to know to celebrate our local shops.... more

Pittsburgh has always had its problems, and complaining about them is one of our favorite sports. But there’s also a long... more

District attorney isn’t typically a sexy race, especially in Allegheny County where the same person has held the office since... more

The Steel City loves to revel in its own history, but many of those stories are rooted in colonialism and... more

It’s the Friday news roundup! Allegheny County leadership is at odds again — this time, over the fate of the... more

Maybe you like IPAs or lagers. Maybe a seasonal or sour is more your taste. Or maybe you’re just in... more

The nights are longer and there’s a chill in the air… it’s almost Halloween! And that means scare season for... more

It’s officially fall, which means leaf-peeping season is almost upon us. If you’re looking for outdoorsy autumn getaways, the City... more

In 2008, the city and its foundations made a promise to all Pittsburgh kids – if you attend class and... more

It’s the Friday news roundup! Pittsburgh had on impact on the whole dang state when we elected a new representative... more

It’s harvest season, and if you’re looking to preserve your bounty, we’ve got some tips for you! Richard Kralj, a... more

Pittsburgh played a pivotal role in labor history, and we continue to innovate today. City Cast content director Wil Fulton discusses... more

Did you know Pittsburgh is the backdrop for one of the most thrilling movies ever made? The Silence of the Lambs... more

Did we just become best friends?! Making new connections as an adult in Pittsburgh can be really hard, but hobbies can help! Writer and City Cast Pittsburgh contributor Meg... more

South of Schenley Park and just across the river from Page’s Dairy Mart, there’s blank plot of land — currently... more

It’s the Friday news roundup! Pittsburgh is getting a trans-focused fertility clinic, and City Council passed a pair of bills to... more

Pittsburgh homes are a mixed bag — some are lavish and others very lived in. Sisters Hope Perri and Annie Perri Colehave made... more

This week 67 years ago, President Dwight D. Eisenhower launched the sister cities program, and in the decades since, Pittsburgh has become an... more

When Andrew Carnegie started opening libraries in southwest Pennsylvania in the 1890s, he wanted to bring books and knowledge to everyone —... more

Labor Day is over and Pittsburghers are in full-fall mode — buying their Halloween candy and getting their pumpkin spice... more

It’s the Friday news roundup! Kenny Pickett’s getting paid to look at new sofas and Cutch’s place with Pittsburgh may... more

Have you ever tried a pawpaw? The fruit is ripe for tasting this time of year, and they grow right... more

The federal government is giving away billions of dollars to build hydrogen hubs across the country, and Pennsylvania lawmakers want... more

Almost a decade after it was created, Pittsburgh’s land bank made its first few sales this summer. Why did the land bank take so... more

It’s the Friday news roundup! Many months after a study found we’re short on bathrooms downtown, city officials think they’ve finally... more

How do you mark the start of fall in Pittsburgh? The first crisp morning? The moment the leaves start to... more

Days after a standoff in Garfield over a home ejectment, the Pittsburgh Community Reinvestment Group released a studythat found corporate home... more

Where officially is the Steel City? It's a conversation we've all had plenty of times, everyone thinks they're right, and no one... more

A record number of Pennsylvania teachers left the profession last school year, and experts say there aren’t enough qualified candidates to replace them. City Cast Philly and City Cast... more

It’s the Friday news roundup! A new study found Pennsylvanians eat dinner surprisingly early so we asked yinz what time you... more

Fermentation might sound tricky, but in Pittsburgh, we have an expert to guide you through everything from pickles and pop... more

We’re in the final few days of summer, school’s about to start, and traffic in Oakland is about to get... more

Pittsburghers tend to be pretty nostalgic — we love giving directions based on what something used to be — and... more

The car parked outside of Evergreen Cafe on Penn Avenue in Point Breeze has frustrated Pittsburgh drivers for decades. Despite complaints to police and social media... more

It’s the Friday news roundup! The research is in and (surprise, surprise) Pittsburgh is not the fittest city in America;... more

The Steel City has a bunch of classic eats, but one of our all-time favorites — the pepperoni roll! — actually... more

When the city announced the appointment of new police Chief Larry Scirotto, they didn’t mention his gay and biracial identities. He said... more

Larry Scirotto is our city’s first openly gay police chief. And while he says that’s something he’s deeply proud of,... more

Century III Mall is condemned, but that doesn’t mean it's getting demolished — at least not yet. But it is... more

It’s the Friday news roundup! Heinz Field is back in the Burgh (or just barely north of it), there’s a... more

In a quest to get to know Pittsburgh better, coffee enthusiast Zach Lucas visited a local coffee shop for every... more

The Pittsburgh Steelers are back at their rightful summer home in Latrobe for training camp. To celebrate, join us for... more

The synagogue shooting trial ended last week — when the man who killed 11 worshipers at a Squirrel Hill synagogue... more

On October 27, 2018, a man walked into a Squirrel Hill synagogue and turned an ordinary Shabbat morning into the... more

It’s the Friday news roundup! We’ve got a wild story about the county giving in on a lawsuit brought by... more

The city’s biggest celebration of all things vegan, animal advocacy, and environmental friendliness takes over Allegheny Commons Park on Saturday... more

A few hours ago, Pittsburgh got some big news: a jury ruled that the man behind the synagogue shooting in... more

Developers want to build a 162-apartment complex at the site of former Irish Centre at the edge of Frick Park,... more

There’s a difference between spaces that allow our best pals and the ones who are truly dog friendly. Pet expert Tori Mistick... more

Pittsburgh-area teachers often spend their own (very hard-earned) money on classroom supplies. But twice a year, they can stop by The Education Partnership’s... more

It’s the Friday news roundup! The heat is insufferable but does it qualify as a wave? A new police academy... more

Pittsburgh may historically be a drinking town (hello, Whiskey Rebellion!), but we’re also on the map as a sober-curious destination. The Open Road in... more

Goat Fest is this weekend, but what makes these critters so special? From meat, milk, and fiber to keeping invasive species... more

Pennsylvania’s laws can sometimes feel like they were written for another time. That’s because many of them were. From a... more

Water rates could rise as much as 70% over the next three years, and as homeowners, you stand to pay... more

It’s the Friday news roundup! The U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling to end affirmative action has universities all over our region... more

Building a charcuterie board is like creating a work of art with cheese, meats, fruits, and other colorful fixings. But... more

For two years, Spin scooters have been everywhere here in Pittsburgh. Helping people get from A to B, but also... more

If the summer heat has your friends and loved ones feeling a little cranky, why not surprise ‘em with a nice local... more

In past years, the basement at Smithfield United Church of Christ opened its doors to those in need of a... more

It’s the Friday news roundup! NEXTpittsburgh columnist Tony Norman joins lead producer Mallory Falk and producer Maria Carter to discuss concerns around... more

Whether you love a good taco or some crunchy chilaquiles, the Pittsburgh area has a growing number of restaurants with... more

Pittsburgh has one of the oldest city flags in the U.S., but the design leaves something to be desired —... more

Why does Pittsburgh insist on changing the names of our sports heroes, and why do the athletes let us do it? We take... more

Before Dr. Jonas Salk, polio killed or paralyzed more than a half million people worldwide every year, and survivors often... more

It’s the Friday news roundup! The big talk in Harrisburg is about Gov. Josh Shapiro pulling his support for private school vouchers after... more

National Macaroni Day is tomorrow, and National Mac & Cheese Day is July 14, so we put our sharpest minds... more

This week marks the 131st anniversary of the Battle of Homestead. No, it wasn’t part of any war, and technically,... more

For a long time, the birthday of 19th century composer Stephen Foster was a big deal in Pittsburgh. People here... more

It’s the Friday news roundup! If you’ve been struggling with Pittsburgh’s air quality the past few days, we’ve got a... more

Pittsburgh is the undisputed ketchup capitol, but it turns out our city can (at least partly) lay claim to one... more

Maybe you played sports in middle school, or maybe it took another 20 years before you found something fitness-y you... more

Pittsburgh is a cradle for technology, innovation, and discovery — but that doesn’t mean we love everything AI spits out.... more

Early summer is the peak season to buy a house in Pittsburgh, but the process can feel overwhelming. How do... more

Pittsburgh professor Alex Waibel is proud to call himself an explorer, but today he’s mourning. All this week, a lot... more

From sandwiches to salads, Pittsburgh has a long history of putting fries on just about everything. But where does this tradition... more

It’s the summer entertainment guide — three weeks of recommendations for what to do in Pittsburgh, and how to do it best. This week, the City... more

We’re two weeks out from Pennsylvania’s state budget deadline and a lot is new this year. Like, ahem, the governor... more

It’s the Friday news roundup! The City Cast Pittsburgh team is getting you ready for a weekend worth celebrating. We’re... more

More farmers and gardeners are growing native plants to increase biodiversity and promote conservation, but for people from other countries,... more

Summer’s finally here and so is the stress of trying to fit in every warm-weather activity you dreamed about all... more

Three of Pittsburgh’s 18 city pools will stay closed this summer (miss you already, Bloomfield Beach) but there’s still a... more

Cars were essential in the early 20th century — not just to get Black folks from A to B, but as... more

It’s the Friday news roundup! A local program for movie and theater professionals is getting a reboot, we’ve found yet... more

Summer is the perfect time for an ice cold brew, and it turns out many of the top producers in... more

Summer’s finally here and so is the stress of trying to fit in every warm-weather activity you dreamed about all... more

Dozens of Pittsburgh public schools went virtual last week — not because of COVID, but because of extreme heat. The city’s school buildings are so old, most of them don’t... more

An historic announcement from the FDA changes the rules about who can give blood, which is vital, because according to... more

It’s the Friday news roundup! The first week of the Pittsburgh synagogue shooting trial is done, and we’re feeling a... more

Friday is National Donut Day, and we’re celebrating early. The City Cast crew tasted 21 different donuts from all corners... more

Local celebrations kick off this weekend with concerts, marches, and festivals, including the Pittsburgh parade at noon on Saturday, June... more

When Andrew Carnegie began opening libraries in southwest Pennsylvania in the 1890s, he wanted to bring books and knowledge to... more

It’s the Friday news roundup! The team is discussing plans to close the Downtown homeless shelter on Smithfield Street and the... more

One from the archives! Some tastes are just quintessentially Pittsburgh, and today the City Cast team is celebrating a summertime... more

Pregnancy and birth can be a time of joy and wonder, but it can also leave parents feeling overwhelmed and... more

We’ve got one from the archives: ASMR is supposed to be relaxing, but for the creators behind the content, platforms... more

Summer is just around the corner, which means anyone who takes care of kids will soon be looking for ways to... more

It’s the Friday news roundup! The primary election is over, but election season is just getting started. We’ve got your... more

A few weeks ago, someone told the City Cast Pittsburgh team we should absolutely feel guilty if we don’t compost,... more

Friday is Bike to Work Day! There’s a new kind of bicycle gracing our fair city and Pittsburgh’s biggest bike advocacy group, BikePGH, thinks... more

Just a few years ago, there were no high school wrestling programs for girls in Pennsylvania. Now, there are more... more

More than 1,200 people have signed a petition asking officials to close a 40-year-old, city-owned, open-air gun range in Highland Park where city police train and... more

It’s the Friday news roundup! Brittany Hailer from the Pittsburgh Institute for Nonprofit Journalism joins host Megan Harris and lead producer... more

Spring has already turned the leaves green in Pittsburgh, and many folks are thinking about what what kinds of fruits... more

The number of students at Community College of Allegheny County is just half of what it was 12 years ago. Emma... more

Did you know that cats can get pregnant at just four months old, and they can birth as many as... more

We’re two weeks into Pennsylvania’s new legislative session, and for the first time in years, Democrats have the House and... more

It’s the Friday news roundup! The team is discussing the best ways to experience the Pittsburgh Marathon and how elk... more

The Bloomfield Saturday Market returns for the season this weekend. It’s the go-to spot for fresh produce, fancy cheese, homemade pies and... more

The car parked outside of Evergreen Cafe on Penn Avenue in Point Breeze has frustrated Pittsburgh drivers for decades. Despite complaints to police and social media... more