Pittsburgh just opened a nearly $12 million lab packed with gear that could push science in the region forward. Called the Western Pennsylvania Quantum Information Core, or WP-QIC for short, this place sits in Pitt’s old engineering building and gives researchers tools to study quantum materials und
Pittsburgh’s Hazelwood Green area just got a fresh sports venue that will keep kids active for years. A big ribbon‑cutting ceremony brought together NFL boss Roger Goodell, Steelers president Art Rooney II, coach Mike McCarthy and future draft picks. They played on the field with local youth and Spe
Pittsburgh high schoolers in carpentry programs got a rare chance to see how their skills connect to big-time events. About 140 students from seven local schools visited the North Shore construction site where workers were building the stage for the NFL Draft. The tour gave them a close-up view of t
Pittsburgh has a rich Black history that many people don't know about. In the late 1700s, free Black men helped create Allegheny County. In the 1800s, Pittsburgh was a key stop on the Underground Railroad. A neighborhood called Lower Hill, then known as Arthursville, was a major hub. John B. Vashon,
Pittsburgh is about to lose a major part of its news scene. The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, the city's biggest newspaper, is shutting down in May. The Block family, who own the paper, say they've lost over $350 million in the last 20 years. They regret the impact but say they're leaving with their head
Pittsburgh is finally saying goodbye to its deep freeze. After a long stretch of cold weather, temperatures are on the rise. By the end of this week, things could get quite warm, with highs reaching up to 60 degrees. This sudden change is expected to melt the snow that has been piling up. The warm-
NFL referees are making big mistakes. They are not calling pass interference when they should. This is a big problem. It changes the outcome of games. In recent weeks, two important games had key moments where pass interference was not called. In one game, a player from Baltimore pulled down a rece
NFL stars made the holidays brighter for kids across the country by teaming up with Raising Cane's to donate over 4, 000 bikes. These players didn't just focus on their own holiday memories but also gave back to the community, showing a generous side of the sport. Meanwhile, the Cleveland Browns de
Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre's "The Nutcracker" is a beloved holiday tradition that has been enchanting audiences since 1969. This year, the show is even more special with a record number of local celebrities joining the cast. Seventeen familiar faces from sports, TV, and politics will make appearances
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell is eager to expand the regular season further, aiming for 18 games. On Bloomberg TV, he noted that switching from 16 regular-season games with 4 preseason games to 17 regular-season games with 3 preseason games has been successful. The next logical step, he suggests, i
