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
Pitchers in today’s baseball world juggle three main forces: how fast they throw, how many times they throw, and how quickly they can recover. New rules that speed up the game have squeezed the time pitchers get to rest between hard throws. Shorter breaks mean less chance for the arm to heal and adj
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,
Peacock has greenlit a fresh crime drama that will be called Superfakes, and the network has just revealed who will steer its creative vision. The series was signed onto NBCU in January 2025, and now it is clear that Jim McKay, Karena Evans and Andrij Parekh will all take turns behind the camera.
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
Peacock is stepping up its game for sports lovers in 2026. They've got some cool new features coming up for the NBA All-Star Game and the Winter Olympics. Fans will get to experience the action like never before. The NBA All-Star Game is getting a makeover in 2026. It's going to be a US vs. World s
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-
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
