HUMP! brings “the world’s best indie erotic film fest” to McKees Rocks
The HUMP! Film Festival celebrates 20 years of showcasing fun, sex-positive, amateur porn films with its latest tour.
Lynn Cullen Live: Lynn was back after a weeklong absence because of a 7-day power outage. (05-06-25)
Lynn was back after a weeklong absence because of a 7-day power outage caused by a storm that took out power to over 250,000 households in the area. She talked about the experience of living for a week with no electricity which was not fun. But, fact is, it’s how 99% of all the humans…
As the sport booms, Sistas Who Pickleball makes room for diversity
The organization has carved out a space for Black women pickleballers as the game explodes in popularity both locally and nationally.
Mother’s Day specials, Zoo brews, a lotta gelato, and more Pittsburgh food news
This week’s food news includes updates on LaScola’s, Nick’s on Hilltop, Mercurio’s, Sushi I, Royal Mezbaan, Two Frays, and Late Addition Brewing, as well as several special deals for Mom and a wild beer collaboration.
Now Hiring in Pittsburgh: Meals Direct, Pittsburgh City Paper, Allegheny RAD, and more
Looking for a new job? We searched through local employment guides to curate a list of the best job openings around Pittsburgh this week, including summer jobs at Kennywood, a marketing manager, a receptionist, and more.
The arrival of the W League means a short but packed season of promos
The Riveters will add Riverhounds-style family entertainment, while Steel City FC will celebrate its history with food vendors and kids’ soccer.
Affordable-ish Housing in Pittsburgh: Mayday edition
Should livability lists be taken seriously? Absolutely not. Are they sort of fun (and a good excuse for a column)? Absolutely.
County Council District 9
County Council District 9 District 9 incumbent and old-school conservative Democrat Bob Macey’s retirement could mean a big change in who represents the region. Vying for Macey’s seat are engineer and Duquesne City Councilor Aaron Adams, educator Dylan Altemara, and food justice advocate Kellianne Frketic. All have deep area roots, but candidates’ policy positions range…
2025 Primary Elections
Pittsburgh has a lot to consider this election season, but all eyes, both locally and nationally, are on the hotly contested mayoral race between incumbent Ed Gainey and Allegheny County Controller Corey O’Connor, who have traded jabs over housing policy, fundraising, and differing takes on the city’s future. Gainey has positioned himself as a progressive,…
Pittsburgh Public Schools District 1
Pittsburgh Public Schools With seats opening in four Pittsburgh Public Schools districts, eight candidates have stepped up to run for school board. While PPS board members aren’t paid for their work, the role comes with heightened scrutiny in 2025, as PPS is currently facing a funding shortfall and has sued to reassess Allegheny County property…
Of three ballot questions this primary, two are aimed at efforts to divest from Israel
“Both ballot questions #1 and #3 appear as a response to the Pittsburgh-based Not on Our Dime divestment campaign.” In the May 2025 primary, Pittsburgh voters will see three questions on their primary election ballot. All three appear after Pittsburgh City Council passed ordinances proposing amendments to the city’s Home Rule Charter earlier this year.…
Pittsburgh Public Schools District 7
Pittsburgh Public Schools With seats opening in four Pittsburgh Public Schools districts, eight candidates have stepped up to run for school board. While PPS board members aren’t paid for their work, the role comes with heightened scrutiny in 2025, as PPS is currently facing a funding shortfall and has sued to reassess Allegheny County property…
Voters are spoiled for choice in the upcoming Court of Common Pleas primary
Your average voter probably doesn’t have the Judge of the Court of Common Pleas primary election on their radar, and what makes the situation tougher this cycle is that there are 22 candidates from whom to pick on May 20. However, several political, activist, and labor groups have endorsed slates of eight preferred candidates —…
Pittsburgh Public Schools District 3
Pittsburgh Public Schools With seats opening in four Pittsburgh Public Schools districts, eight candidates have stepped up to run for school board. While PPS board members aren’t paid for their work, the role comes with heightened scrutiny in 2025, as PPS is currently facing a funding shortfall and has sued to reassess Allegheny County property…
FREE WILL ASTROLOGY May 1-7
This week’s Free Will Astrology encourages one sign to blaze a trail like Nellie Bly and another to avoid “ads, idiots, and movie stars.”
Mayor of Pittsburgh
One term after Pittsburgh elected its first Black mayor, polls show a tight race for the Democratic nomination between first-term incumbent Ed Gainey and Allegheny County Controller Corey O’Connor. Vying for the GOP nod are 2021 candidate and former cop Tony Moreno and small business owner Thomas West. Bio: Grew up in Hill District and…
After setbacks, Neatrour says the community has rallied behind her write-in bid for City Council
As an opera singer, Amanda Neatrour came to Pittsburgh to hone her craft with a voice teacher, but she stayed because she fell in love with the city. Born in Washington, D.C. and raised in Baltimore, Neatrour admits that, with the exception of a cousin located in the South Hills, she doesn’t have much in…
Pittsburgh Public Schools District 9
Pittsburgh Public Schools With seats opening in four Pittsburgh Public Schools districts, eight candidates have stepped up to run for school board. While PPS board members aren’t paid for their work, the role comes with heightened scrutiny in 2025, as PPS is currently facing a funding shortfall and has sued to reassess Allegheny County property…
County Council District 1
County Council District 1 Jack Betkowski is one of several retirements from County Council set to reshape the body in 2026. Vying for Betkowski’s seat are nonprofit fundraiser Kathleen Madonna-Emmerling and small business owner Carl Villella. Bio: Born in Sewickley. “Lifelong resident of Pittsburgh’s Airport Area suburbs.” Ambridge Area, Duquesne, and Chatham graduate. Background in…
Pittsburgh’s top events: May 1-7
Looking for something to do in Pittsburgh this week? From Kaiju Big Battel to the Solid Pink Disco with DJ Trixie Mattel to Björk: Cornucopia and more, there’s always something to do in the Steel City!
