Join us weekdays at 6 a.m. for a fast-paced daily news podcast that will get you talking — and make you question... 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
It’s always good to show your loved ones you care, and it’s even better when you can do it while... more
At any given time, there are 1,300 children in foster care in Allegheny County, and almost one-third of those older... more
It’s the Friday news roundup! Residents are raising a stink about bad — and possibly dangerous — smells around the Shell... more
The Steel City has a bunch of classic eats, but one of our all-time favorites — the pepperoni roll! — actually... more
The Pirates are back and so is their beloved mascot — the shaggy, round, lime green Parrot with the bright... more
If you like having a say in local politics, now is your moment. The primary election on May 16 will... more
Jury selection is starting for the Pittsburgh synagogue shooting trial. The defendant is accused of killing 11 people from three... more
It’s the Friday news roundup! Host Megan Harris and newsletter editor Francesca Dabecco are joined by Stacey Federoff, a contributor... more
Recreational cannabis is still illegal in Pennsylvania, but you gotta eat, right? To mark 420, the City Cast Pittsburgh team... more
Kennywood's (almost) open! Both the historic amusement park and the Pittsburgh Zoo and Aquarium are celebrating their 125th birthdays this... more
Both Kennywood Park and the Pittsburgh Zoo and Aquarium are celebrating their 125th birthdays this year, and their origin stories... more
Pittsburgh has amazing outdoor resources, but they’re only great if you can get to them and have a fun, safe... more
It’s the Friday news roundup! The team is discussing the finalists for Pittsburgh police chief and renewed calls for federal train... more
If you’re looking for some dining options to complement the warmer weather and sunny vibes, then you’re in luck! Writer... more
Can a chatbot plan the perfect Pittsburgh day? How about write an ode to our city? Does it know where... more
City officials say they’re closing in on Pittsburgh’s next police chief and could decide any day. Two finalists are local... more
It took more than a decade and four separate appeals to the state to get formal recognition of Pittsburgh’s historic... more
It’s the Friday news roundup! Lead producer Megan Harris is joined by producer Mallory Falk and Hey Pittsburgh editor Francesca Dabecco... more
What does it mean to live sustainably? Should you feel guilty if you don’t compost? If you live in Pittsburgh, can you ever eat... more
Want to show Pittsburghers you care? The City Cast team loves shopping local, and we’re sharing all of our favorite... more
For years now, the city‘s had plans and property ready to build a consolidated police training facility in Lincoln-Lemington. The... more
Mayor Ed Gainey is making good on a campaign promise to go after tax-exempt properties that the city says shouldn’t... more
It’s the Friday news roundup! Lead producer Megan Harris is joined by Hey Pittsburgh newsletter editor Francesca Dabecco and producer... more
Chef Nik Forsberg is a semi-finalist for Best Chef in the Mid-Atlantic Region by the James Beard Foundation for his... more
We knew Pittsburgh was home to the nation’s first Black-owned and operated professional sports stadium, but it turns out, another... more
Not all roads in PA lead to getting a vanity license plate the green light. Today, Pittsburgh is teaming up... more
During the pandemic, many of us clung to the phrase “Follow The Science,” and trusted that our doctors would do... more
It’s the Friday news roundup! A fund to help communities deal with polluted air could get poached by the county,... more
From knife skills and mother sauces to composting and the global supply chain, there’s a culinary arts training program in... more
With one look down, it’s obvious that Pittsburgh’s sidewalks need some work. The city just announced that it’s getting $3... more
It’s National Fragrance Day, and we’re talking niche perfumes, what they are, and why they’re having a moment right now... more
Governor Josh Shapiro is a huge sports fan. He recently sat courtside at a Sixers game and cheered for the... more
It’s the Friday news roundup! City Cast’s Elizabeth Kauma and Megan Harris are with NHL writer Sean Gentille talking about... more
If you’re a plant-based eater in Pittsburgh, you’re probably mourning the loss of some favorite haunts. Our resident vegetarian, newsletter... more
In the first of a few debates, we consider an age-old question: Where officially is the Steel City? Midwest? East Coast?... more
Since 1990, the Carnegie Museum of Natural History has been working to repatriate more than 700 human remains and funerary... more
Tim Pearce doesn’t really think about being a social media sensation—he is too busy thinking about snails! Section head and... more
It’s the Friday news roundup! If you like crowds, crowdsourcing, or hanging in the sun, golly is this the weekend... more
Pennsylvania may not be the first state that comes to mind when you think of maple syrup, but we're actually... more
“No matter what you look like, who you love, what your religion, or where you’re from: you’ve got a friend... more
U.S. Sen. John Fetterman is being treated for clinical depression, but a lot of us struggle with feeling our best... more
Cannabis law in the Keystone state is different depending on where you live in the state, but lawmakers are talking... more
It’s the Friday news roundup! This week we are talking about the EPA’s latest efforts to clean up the East... more
What does brine, brews, and baklava all have in common (besides the b)? They are all a part of Pittsburgh’s... more
We’ve got one from the vault! Ten years ago, a new children’s show premiered on PBS starring Daniel Tiger, son... more
In Pennsylvania, public school teachers can’t legally wear religious garb while working. We’re the only state that still has such... more
A hundred years ago, at the height of industry in Pittsburgh, immigrants of different religious backgrounds, packed places of worship... more
It’s the Friday news roundup! The full squad is here celebrating the return of beloved Pirate Andrew McCutcheon and looking... more
Lent is the month long period leading up to Easter involving fasting, asking for forgiveness and prayer. So when did... more
Urban "renewal" changed the Lower Hill from a bustling neighborhood filled with nightclubs and bars to a parking lot —... more
What do non-Pittsburghers want to know about our city? Does anyone here still make steel? Where did the Pirates get... more
It’s the Friday news roundup! This week, learn the history of paczki, take a tour of Chinese treats ahead of... more
Earlier this month, a train carrying toxic chemicals derailed in a town 50 miles northeast of Pittsburgh. Residents within miles... more
Pittsburgh doesn’t have the threat of hurricanes and wildfires but our muddy hillsides could wash away as flooding and heavier... more
If you’ve been striking out on the dating apps, some small adjustments to your profile might be the way to... more
A Commonwealth Court judge recently ruled that the way Pennsylvania funds public schools is unconstitutional. Pittsburgh’s Mallory Falk and Philly’s... more
It’s the Friday news roundup! City Cast’s Morgan Moody and Elizabeth Kauma are joined by the founder of Pittsburgh Independent,... more
Whether you prefer wood fired, deep dish, square cuts, or Ohio Valley style with cold cheese (where are our Beto’s fans at?), there’s... more
Did you know Pittsburgh more public staircases than any other American city? Some of them are looking a little shabby... more
What’s that in the Pittsburgh air? No, it’s not smog. It’s love. Next week brings two opportunities to celebrate our... more
When the city closed a tent camp along Stockton Avenue late last year, officials only gave the people living there a few... more
It’s the Friday news roundup! The City Cast team is talking about how anxiety dominates the state’s medical cannabis industry, why... more
Every February 2, the lore of a mythical groundhog draws thousands of spectators from all over the world to a... more
In Pennsylvania, there’s one cemetery that can offer a sustainable afterlife – and it’s just outside of Pittsburgh in Verona.... more
Pittsburgh is packed with medical centers and doctors, but it can still be a challenge to get an appointment with... more
Pittsburgh prides itself in our strong steel background, but before this city was the world leader in steel production, we... more
It’s the Friday news roundup! The City Cast team is discussing one school’s attempt to keep cell phones out of classrooms,... more
If you’re planning to get something sweet for Valentine’s Day, need to load up the cookie table at your Pittsburgh... more
This time of year, it can seem like Pittsburgh’s been stripped of every color except gray. But if you look... more
The Pennsylvania House is in disarray. Lawmakers haven’t been able to agree on basic rules and the House has recessed indefinitely. Now,... more
As a college student, poet and archivist Silas Maxwell Switzer realized he knew almost nothing about Pittsburgh’s queer history —... more
It’s the Friday news roundup! City Cast host Morgan Moody and producer Mallory Falk are joined by Pittsburgh City Paper’s... more
One of the city’s most popular vegan spots, Apteka, is shifting into burger mode. Crapteka is a three-weekend-long event where the nationally celebrated... more
Pittsburgh’s local healthcare giants — UPMC and Allegheny Health Network — are investing billions of dollars to expand throughout the... more
In the weeks since Damar Hamlin went into cardiac arrest after a hit during a Monday Night Football game, the McKees Rocks native has recovered... more
It’s the Friday news roundup! City Cast host Morgan Moody and producer Elizabeth Kauma are joined by Brian Conway of the Pittsburgh... more
With big local startups like Argo AI and Fifth Season closing last year, remote work enabling people to do their... more
City Cast Pittsburgh launched one year ago today! To celebrate, the team is sharing some interesting things we’ve learned about... more
City officials and daily commuters celebrated the reopening of Fern Hollow Bridge last month, but dozens more Pittsburgh bridges are... more
Our beloved alternative weekly, Pittsburgh City Paper, just got bought by the same company that owns the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette —... more
It’s the Friday news roundup! City Cast host Morgan Moody and producer Mallory Falk are joined by writer and historian David... more
It’s been two years since the Jan 6. insurrection at the Capitol. More than 60 Pennsylvanians have been charged in... more
Imagine you could rent an apartment without ever speaking to a human being. The entire process would be totally automated,... more
The new year is a time for resolutions, and as much as we love this city, we think a little... more
All this week, the City Cast team is treating you to some of our favorite food and drink episodes from... more
All this week, the City Cast team is treating you to some of our favorite food and drink episodes from... more
All this week, the City Cast team is treating you to some of our favorite food and drink episodes from... more
All this week, the City Cast team is treating you to some of our favorite food and drink episodes from... more
As 2022 draws to a close, the City Cast team is sitting down to revisit some of our best episodes... more
Nat King Cole singing “chestnuts roasting on an open fire” is a classic sound associated with the holidays, yet for many the tradition... more
Gun violence in Pittsburgh continues to overwhelm the loved ones of victims and our city's officials. Mayor Ed Gainey wants... more
Santa may have his sleigh, but Pittsburgh has a spirited Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus. PRT driver Amy Jackson spends her... more
It’s the Friday news roundup! We're talking about what the increase to the 2023 Pittsburgh Public Schools budget means when... more
Winter is a time of hibernation, but if you spend the season bundled up in bed, you’ll be missing out.... more
How do you design a concert for people who are sensitive to light and sound? For years, the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra has been a leader... more
Across the Commonwealth, a rivalry has raged on. No, it's not the Eagles vs. the Steelers or the Flyers vs.... more
Our city has a complicated claim to gas station fame. Many believe the first ever drive-in gas station was on... more
It’s the Friday news roundup! Host Morgan Moody is with producer Elizabeth Kauma and Pittsburgh City Paper’s Jordana Rosenfeld to... more
Struggling to find the perfect holiday gifts for your loved ones? We’ve got you covered! From seasonal candles and holiday... more
Whether served on a dish and stuffed with potato and cheese, or racing around between innings at a Pirate’s game,... more
Despite nationwide calls for police to be less involved in responding to mental health crises, new reporting shows Pittsburgh officers... more
Racist myths around the difficulty of tattooing melanated skin has created a toxic culture in the industry, and there are... more
It’s the Friday news roundup! Today the team’s discussing the controversy around funds for Pittsburgh parks, why Republicans will have a (temporary) majority... more
Between eggnog, spiked cider, and mulled wine, the holiday season is a time for cheers and indulgence. But for those... more
Tereneh Idia has been a voice for local Black women through her art and writing, but she is taking a... more
The Pittsburgh Glass Center may be the hottest recurring character on reality shows this year. The local institution has been... more
Getting a tattoo requires trust and vulnerability, and some tattoo artists have taken advantage of that. The #TattooMeToo movement started several... more
Let’s face it, the holiday season can be stressful. Whether you’re visiting family or spending it alone, we’ve got tips... more
In the 1960s, sick or injured people would get taken to the hospital in the backseat of a cop car... more
Have you ever gotten a tattoo that you regret? It's the risk that comes with permanently inking your skin, and... more
It’s the Friday news roundup! The team's getting you prepped for Light Up Night this weekend, sharing some fun funicular... more
We just had our first snow day in Pittsburgh! While some local ski bums might be ready to hit the... more
Dietary restrictions and food allergies can be a real damper on all of the delicious holiday dishes, but they don’t... more
Pittsburgh’s immigration court closed six months ago, forcing people to either travel across the state to make their case in... more
From sandwiches to salads, Pittsburgh has a long history of putting fries on just about everything. City Cast Pittsburgh host... more
It’s the Friday news roundup! A blue wave swept through Pennsylvania on Election Day. Democrats won both the races for governor... more
Funeral director Sarah McAlee is a soup-lebrity on the North Side. She goes by brothmonger, and you’ll have to sign... more
Ahead of the election, all eyes were on the Keystone State thanks to competitive races for US Senate, governor, and... more
This time of year stinks in Pittsburgh, and not just because it’s election season. City Cast Pittsburgh producer Elizabeth Kauma... more
Mid-term elections are tomorrow! While our statewide races are getting a lot of national attention, we wanted to help you make... more
It’s the Friday news roundup! Election Day is around the corner, so our own Morgan Moody is breaking down some of the... more
A new Pittsburgh-shot film is premiering this weekend! “Dear Zoe” follows Tess, a teenage girl played by “StrangerThings” star Sadie Sink, who grapples... more
While Philly sports teams are killing it on the other side of the state, Pittsburgh’s on the struggle bus. And we’re wondering: would... more
It’s officially raccoon hunting season in Pennsylvania. While these garbage-loving creatures make some of us uneasy, wildlife advocates want us... more
George Romero’s 1968 movie “Night of The Living Dead” is a cult classic. The horror flick is considered the godfather of the flesh-eating... more
It’s the Friday news roundup! Prepping for Election Day is stressful but not to worry, the City Cast team is clearing up... more
Four years ago today, a gunman killed 11 worshippers at the Tree of Life synagogue in Squirrel Hill. The city of... more
After years of teaching abstinence as the “expected norm,” Pittsburgh Public Schools recently updated its sex ed curriculum to be more comprehensive... more
Does it seem like election ads are getting worse and more unavoidable every election...and like candidates get away with stretching... more
Both state officials and Bigfoot believers have a bone to pick with a batch of fraudulent flyers posted across Pennsylvania... more
It’s the Friday news roundup! If you’re scrambling to come up with a last-minute Halloween costume and plans, we’ve got you... more
Ten years ago, a new children’s show premiered on PBS starring 4-year-old Daniel Tiger, the animated son of the beloved... more
What would it mean to lose a fixture in Pittsburgh news? It's a grim future we’re getting a glimpse of... more
We can’t stop talking about ghosts during spooky season, but we’re inviting City Cast contributor Rossilynne Skena Culgan on the pod to... more
From having the most coffee shops per capita to being center stage for the coffee union movement, the Steel City... more
It’s the Friday news roundup! The team is talking about John Fetterman’s first on-air interview since his stroke — and... more
Did you know Pittsburgh is the backdrop for one of the most thrilling horror movies ever made? The Silence of the... more
There’s a locally developed app called Dashcam for your Bike and it works by recording your rides and reporting any... 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! Do you know the history of the Point of View statue on Mt. Washington? Plus,... more
If you find yourself Downtown and need to use the bathroom, you might be out of luck. Journalist Adam Smeltz gets... more
We love spooky season, but lots of local and regional haunts make us feel sorta gross. Across the nation, many former... more
SCOTUS is back in session this week, but what does that mean for us in PA? Oh, you know, just... more
Sweater weather is already here in the burrrrgh and you can find some real gems if you’re into thrifting. Christen... more
It’s the Friday news roundup! The City Cast pod-squad is talking the Pittsburgh Zine Fair and federal funding for better... more
Thanks to climate change, the seasonal part of “seasonal allergies” is a bit of a misnomer in Southwestern Pennsylvania. Our... 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 Teacher... more
Shell is opening an Ethane Cracker in Beaver County, but we still have some questions. Like why here, in Western... more
From the courthouse to the Clark Building, Doors Open Pittsburgh lets Pittsburgh get nebby about all kinds of Downtown spaces,... more
It’s the Friday news roundup! This week, we dive deep into Banned Books Week, explore the intersection of race and policing... more
Billboards, discos, murals, and more will light up Pittsburgh over the next six months as part of the 58th Carnegie... more
For most organizations, an expansive job training program might be enough, but not the Hazelwood nonprofit Community Kitchen Pittsburgh. Executive director and... more
Roughly 20% of Pittsburgh land and 10% in Allegheny County is owned by nonprofits exempt from paying property taxes, including... more
There’s a path that takes you from Pittsburgh to D.C. with almost no car traffic — you just have to bike a few hundred miles. The Great... more
It’s the Friday news roundup! This week, the City Cast team is talking about how city officials are tackling what they call an... more
The national 988 hotline, which went live in July, provides free and confidential emotional support for people with mental health... more
Can you imagine sitting down with a crispy plate of fries, reaching for your trusty bottle of ketchup, and watching... more
For the rest of this month, people with non-violent cannabis convictions can apply for clemency through the “Marijuana Pardon Project.” But... more
In her new book “How Not to Drown in a Glass of Water,” Pittsburgh author Angie Cruz tells the story... more
It's the Friday news roundup, but a special Fall Fest edition! The whole team is previewing some of the best... more
We’re (hopefully) out of the “Hell’s Front Porch” part of summer — and what’s better than a fall picnic?! City Cast’s... more
Have you ever heard of the “Rooney Rule?” It’s been an NFL hiring policy for decades, but it’s not clear... more
It’s pretty convenient to leave your recycling at the curb, but it can be a lot more convenient for facilities... more
It's the Friday news roundup! Today the team previews their picks for an eventful Labor Day weekend, including parades and... more
Have you ever heard the drum line under Styx's 1979 hit "Renegade" pick up on the speakers at a Steelers... more
The best rivalry in college sports is back — and it usually ends with some furniture going up in flames.... more
Hundreds of people from our surrounding states have been coming to Pittsburgh for abortion care since was Roe was overturned,... more
Pittsburgh is known as a cloudy and rainy city, but this summer has been unseasonably dry. Climate and forestry scientists... more
It's the Friday news roundup! The team is embracing its love for the Pittsburgh potty. This week, hear all about... more
Host Morgan Moody is adjusting her gears and facing her fears today with a pedaling lesson from a pro, Black... more
Median home prices have tripled in Lawrenceville and surrounding communities over the last decade, forcing many residents out — particularly... more
Five people have died in custody at the Allegheny County Jail this year, putting it on track for the deadliest... more
Thousands of plant-loving Pittsburghers will gather on the North Side this weekend for the eighth annual VegFest — a summer... more
It’s the Friday news roundup! The team is talking about how a new executive order from Gov. Wolf could help protect kids... more
In the year following the fall of Kabul to the Taliban, Pittsburgh has welcomed more than 700 Afghan evacuees. The non-profit Jewish Family and... more
Jasmine Green — aka Black Girl Absolute — wants young people struggling with depression and anxiety to know they’re not alone. That’s what inspired... more
For decades now, Pittsburghers have been told we have the most bridges of any city in the world. And it... more
ASMR is supposed to be relaxing, but for the creators behind the content, platforms like YouTube often fall well short... more
It’s the Friday news roundup! The team is talking about how long standing college football rivals, Pitt and WVU, are... more
Becoming a billionaire doesn’t come down to odds like the lottery—but it might be in the stars. In honor of... more
For the first year since the start of the pandemic, the Pittsburgh Steelers are back at their rightful summer home... more
Last year, something shady happened at the nation’s first Black brew festival, but that won’t put a damper on the... more
Some foods are just quintessentially Pittsburgh, and today the City Cast team is celebrating a summertime staple: the strawberry pretzel... more
It’s the Friday news roundup! The show team talks about a lawsuit that could dramatically change how Pennsylvania funds its... more
For generations of Pittsburghers, nothing quite quenches their thirst like Turner’s Premium Iced Tea from those iconic, bright-orange cartons. And... more
Today, we're bringing back a conversation where host Morgan Moody talks candidly about her sobriety experiences with Pittsburgh author Brian... more
Knotweed, nettle, tree of heaven, and garlic mustard — if you live in Pittsburgh, odds are you’ve been exposed to... more
Pittsburgh is on the forefront of a growing national trend — trying to understand and treat what doctors are calling... more
It’s the Friday news roundup! Today the gang is talking about the U.S. Representative from Pennsylvania who voted against legislation... more
Pittsburgh might not have the most bridges in the U.S. (we debunked that claim back in a February episode), but... more
Pittsburgh’s City Council is on their version of a summer vacation. The 9-member board is on recess until August 19th... more
Black women in Allegheny County earn significantly less than their colleagues — the wage gap between Black women and white... more
Last year, an officer with the Pittsburgh Bureau of Police alleged another officer sexually assaulted her at home after a... more
It’s the Friday news roundup! City Cast’s Morgan Moody and Francesca Dabecco chat with roving producer Meg Dalton about how... more
Pittsburgh’s first-ever Paddlesport Weekend kicks off this Friday, so to celebrate, City Cast’s Morgan Moody and Mallory Falk are testing... more
It's kitten season in Pittsburgh, but cats can get pregnant any time — and at just four months old with... more
Climate change is a global issue, but Pittsburgh is already feeling its effects: rising temperatures, poor air quality, extreme precipitation,... more
Homestead Grays catcher Josh Gibson hit something like 800 home runs during his career, but Major League Baseball has never... more
It’s the Friday news roundup! By the time their new contracts expire, Penguins legends Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin, and Kris... more
When children go through treatment for cancer, there’s a risk it could affect their fertility. Pittsburgh is on the cutting... more
The everything pickle and pickled festival includes quirky dishes, merchandise, live performances and more — and they’re expanding this year... more
The long-time home of the Pittsburgh Steelers has a new name: Acrisure Stadium. The team made it official late yesterday,... more
Artist Andy Warhol grew up in Oakland, but his iconic influence started later — mostly because of a soup can... more
It’s the Friday news roundup! Morgan is away celebrating her birthday (we see you, Cancer season) so the rest of... more
There are hardly any independent butchers left in the region, but these seven institutions — most of them more than... more
Today marks the 130th anniversary of the Battle of Homestead. No, it wasn’t part of any war, and technically, it... more
Super Bowl champ — and forever Pittsburgher — Ryan Mundy thrived on the field in the shadow of groundbreaking concussion... more
The Friday news roundup is back! This week, the team discusses a GOP move to block state funding for Pa.... more
A handful of school boards across the country are causing a fresh stir, alleging a growing number of schools are... more
You know the one — Stephen Foster is well-dressed and seated, looking down over a barefoot Black man playing a... more
Ridership along Norfolk Southern’s Pennsylvanian train line has been growing in recent years, and the state says the whole operation... more
We knew it was coming: the landmark doctrine legalizing choice in America was overturned by the U.S. Supreme Court on... more
The coffee giant prides itself on being an inclusive workplace for the LGBTQ+ community, but Pittsburgh workers say the benefits... more
The temps last week were brutal, and now we're in the midst of another stretch of near 90-degree days. While... more
This Sunday is Juneteenth, so we took a trip to the Heinz History Center in the Strip District to walk... more
Pittsburgh students struggled with math even before the pandemic, but the latest round of standardized test scores paints a dire... more
Isn’t it more fun to eat alfresco? Outdoor dining got a boost during the pandemic, and Pittsburgh is blooming with... more
Five years ago, a refrigerator caught fire in an apartment inside the Grenfell Tower in London. It burned to the... more
Since the pandemic, Pittsburgh’s Pride has been kinda muted. Still proud, but a little quieter. That’s likely to change this... more
It’s been two weeks since Pennsylvania’s primary election, and we still don’t know everyone who’ll be on our ballots for... more
Pittsburgh is consistently rated among the nation’s worst cities for air quality, but how does that affect our mental health... more
Pittsburgh doesn’t just not have an NBA team. A lot of locals straight-up loathe professional basketball. But why all the... more
The food scene here in Pittsburgh has been booming for years, but like a lot of businesses, the pandemic hit... more
We have a huge primary election today to decide the major candidates for governor, lieutenant governor, Pat Toomey’s old U.S.... more
With names like Billy Porter, Toi Derricote, Jan Beatty, and Sharon Flake, the first-ever Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books promises... more
Since news broke that SCOTUS is likely to strike down Roe v. Wade, folks in Pittsburgh have been coping in... more
For sisters Raynise and TaRay Kelly, gardening is more than a seasonal hobby — it's a means of self-sufficiency, opportunity,... more
Disciplinary action against Pittsburgh police officers has doubled over the last 10 years, but community activists and experts wonder whether... more
Happy (almost) Arbor Day to all our fellow tree huggers! Ahead of celebrations on Saturday, we’re talking about why it... more
The Carnegie Museum of Natural History has a lot of weird wonders in its collection, but few have plagued management... more
A moment of silence for some of our now-closed East End favorites: Bitter Ends, B52, and Reed & Co. But... more
Pennsylvania’s Senate Finance Committee is set to hear testimony tomorrow in Pittsburgh about potentially raising the Film Tax Credit, which... more
In the grand tradition of building throughways through immigrant neighborhoods, Pittsburgh’s once-thriving Chinatown was decimated in the 1910s and ’20s... more
Pregnancy and childbirth should be happy and safe, but for way too many Black and brown women, complications before, during... more
In this week’s Friday news roundup, the team talks about the latest round of affordable housing evictions in East Liberty;... more
Spirits are high for Opening Day, but Pirates fans should keep their expectations low. We were the worst team in... more
On March 12, 2020, the drop-in group Tube City Writers met for their final pre-pandemic session. In addition to agreeing... more
Last month, the communications giant Audacity — which already owned KDKA and a slew of radio and television stations across... more
Students and professors at Carnegie Mellon University have been leaving their mark on the world for generations. Now they're taking... more
On this week's Friday news roundup, the team discusses a massive infusion of cash for schools and mental health programs... more
A Republican-led proposal in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives, House Bill 972, aims to ban trans girls and women from... more
Mila Sanina, until recently the executive director of PublicSource, has family in Russia and Ukraine. To her aunt in Donetsk,... more
For almost two years, a group of neighbors out in Churchill have been fighting a Goliath. The retail giant Amazon... more
Marijuana is an approved medical treatment for opioid addiction in Pennsylvania. But Ed Mahon of SpotlightPA discovered that researchers don’t... more
Today on City Cast Pittsburgh’s Friday roundup, Megan, Francesca, and Morgan sit down to discuss how structural racism impacts dementia;... more
Writer, astronomer, and Carnegie Mellon University researcher Diane Turnshek has been encouraging cities to address light pollution for decades —... more
As Pennsylvania adopts the CDC’s new, lower threshold for children exposed to “high lead levels,” more Pittsburgh families are becoming... more
Sometimes it can be a real pain to get around Pittsburgh. Especially lately, with Port Authority’s service disruptions causing delays... more
When Pittsburgh Author Damon Young released his memoir, “What Doesn’t Kill You Makes You Blacker,” it earned him international praise,... more
Writer, astronomer, and Carnegie Mellon University researcher Diane Turnshek has been encouraging cities to address light pollution for decades — and Pittsburgh... more