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TV Talk: Michael Keaton directs, stars in 'Knox Goes Away'; local news stalwarts get Emmy honors
Jul. 25—Pittsburgh native Michael Keaton's second directorial effort, "Knox Goes Away," is a welcome, character-driven tonic. It's a small movie more concerned with character and relationship stories than it is with big-budget thrills or epic set pieces. And that's OK. Streaming July 26 on Max (linear HBO debut at 8 p.m. July 27), this R-rated, two-hour movie has a '70s-era vibe as it follows ...
Four Hospitalized, Including Two Firefighters, Following Garbage Truck Collision in Chartiers Township
Early Thursday morning, a collision occurred involving a garbage truck and a vehicle in Chartiers Township, Washington County, sending four individuals to the hospital. According to WPXI, the accident was reported just before 5 a.m. on N. Main Street. Washington County 911 disclosed that both drivers were taken to the...
Liverpool plays Real Betis on Friday. Here's why they chose Pittsburgh.
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Soccer fans in Pittsburgh will fill the seats at Acrisure Stadium to watch Liverpool Football Club take on Real Betis."We wanted to make sure we found a city and a market that really resonated well with Liverpool, its fanbase, the iconic nature of both," said Hugh Nicholson, vice president, venues and commercial at TEG Sport. "And Pittsburgh really fit the bill for that."English Premier League side Liverpool F.C. and La Liga club Real Betis kick off at 7 p.m. on Friday in a friendly. "About two weeks out, we started to build the soccer pitch, which is about...
Interview: Styx keyboardist Lawrence Gowan discusses the power of 'Renegade' and more ahead of Pittsburgh concert
Jul. 25—In the 25 years since Lawrence Gowan took over on keyboards for Styx in 1999, the progressive rock band has played 20 shows in and around Pittsburgh. And that total doesn't even include the various appearances for the national anthem at Steelers games or a quick set at the 2011 Winter Classic. Wednesday night will be No. 21 when Styx and Foreigner bring their Renegades and Juke Box ...
Pitt Adds Transfer Tieley Vaughn
PITTSBURGH – The Pitt softball 2025 roster continues to take shape with the signing of infielder Tieley Vaughn. The redshirt-junior comes to Pittsburgh with two years of eligibility after spending the last three seasons with South Florida. "Tieley will add depth to our infield, and we are thrilled to add her our roster for the fall," said head coach Jenny Allard. She has good experience and persisted in overcoming obstacles so far in her career." After redshirting as a true freshman, Vaughn batted .205 with seven doubles, four home runs and 15 RBI in two seasons with the Bulls. During...
Bakery Square expansion vote pushed back
Google’s Pittsburgh office in Bakery Square. (Photo by Justin Hayhurst/100 Days in Appalachia) Despite neighborhood support for Walnut Capital’s plans for more retail and housing in the East End complex, the City Planning Commission has concerns about sidewalks and parking. “PublicSource is an independent nonprofit newsroom serving the...
Carnegie Museum of Art Inside Out Series
The Mendelssohn Choir of Pittsburgh makes their Carnegie Museum of Art Inside Out debut on Saturday, August 17! Join us in the Sculpture Court for two performances: at 12:15pm and 1:30pm as we perform some selections from our March 2024 Coming Home concert, as well as a few new selections, AND an audience participation opportunity! See you there!
Pittsburgh Public Theater Names New Associate Artistic Director, Chief Development Officer & More
Pittsburgh Public Theater has revealed additions to its team with the appointment of Sarah Ashley Cain (she/they) as Associate Artistic Director and Toby Guinn (he/him) as its first Chief Development Officer. The Public also announced the appointment of Dominique Briggs (she/her) as Senior Manager of Partnerships and Public Works as the organization expands its work through the upcoming Public Works initiative.
WATCH: Nelly Cummings, Gilbert Brown Rave About Pitt Basketball Culture Despite Loss
On Wednesday night, Nelly Cummings and the Zoo Crew squad battled against Happy Valley Hoopers, but eventually came up short as Sam Sessoms hit the game winner for the PSU alumni. Cummings finished as the team’s leading scorer with 23 points on 6-for-9 shooting and 9 for 10 from the...
TSA Intercepts Another Firearm at Pittsburgh International Airport
Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers at Pittsburgh International Airport intercepted a loaded firearm at the main security checkpoint on Friday, July 19. The .45 caliber handgun was loaded with 10 bullets in the carry-on bag of a man from Kansas. “I don’t know how many times we have to continue...
2 men arrested in connection with card-skimming devices in Lower Burrell, other communities
Lower Burrell police were called to the Community Supermarket on Leechburg Road on June 28 after reports of an attempted card skimming incident. George Sears, Community Market general manager, said an employee noticed the skimmer just 15 minutes after the device was planted, before anyone’s information could be compromised. Sears emphasized routine checks around the store are completed three times a day to ensure everything is working properly.
Eastern Ohio and Western Pennsylvania Brace for Morning Fog and Potential Showers
Pittsburgh, PA – Morning commuters in Eastern Ohio and Western Pennsylvania should prepare for areas of fog and the possibility of reduced visibility today. A cold front is expected to move through the region, bringing cooler temperatures and the potential for scattered showers and thunderstorms. According to the US...
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