UPDATE: Planned Parenthood of Western Pennsylvania workers vote to unionize
UPDATE — 1:55 p.m., Fri., March 12: Yesterday, Planned Parenthood of Western Pennsylvania workers voted to unionize. This comes less than two months after a group of 35 full and part-time staff members with the reproductive health organization filed a petition with the National Labor Relations Board to hold a unionization vote. Organizing member and PPWP health…
A conversation with Karen Russell, one of today’s “most creative and imaginative” fiction writers, ahead of Pittsburgh appearance
Karen Russell can look at an austere, fallow landscape and see things most people miss. During a trip to the Sandhills in Nebraska, she looked beyond the endless vistas of sand dunes and prairie grass and found the germ of an idea that became “The Tornado Auction,” a short story from her collection Orange World…
Mayoral-candidate Ed Gainey joins calls for Pittsburgh to enact an eviction moratorium
Coronavirus cases have stopped spiking in Allegheny County, but there are still regularly hundreds of new cases a day. And even as the pandemic rages on, evictions are still occurring, leaving people without homes this winter. Pittsburgh City Councilor Deb Gross said during a council meeting on Tuesday that over 100 families are currently facing…
What you need to know about Pennsylvania’s shortage of Moderna vaccines
As many as 100,000 Pennsylvanians receiving the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine could have their injections pushed back over the next three weeks, the Department of Health announced Wednesday, as the agency revealed that errors in managing Moderna inventory have led to a shortage of second-dose shots. Acting Health Secretary Alison Beam revealed in a Wednesday morning…
Pittsburgh advocates gather 65,000 signatures for no-knock warrant ban and solitary confinement limit ballot initiatives
The push for two new criminal justice reforms in Allegheny County is on the horizon. And thanks to The Alliance for Police Accountability, they could be on the ballot come May. The Alliance for Police Accountability, a grassroots criminal justice reform organization, is set to file more than 65,000 signatures in support of the two…
City Council candidate Bethani Cameron calls on Pittsburgh to enact eviction moratorium
A month after Pennsylvania’s statewide eviction moratorium ended in September 2020, hundreds of eviction complaints were filed across Allegheny County, even as the pandemic and its economic fallout raged on. Many of those eviction filings have continued, and even if they don’t result in a judge issuing an eviction, they can result in fees that…
True T PGH announces upcoming spring programming with “LGBTQIA+ community members of color”
The doldrums of winter have set in, but True T PGH is already looking ahead to spring with a schedule of upcoming events. The Bloomfield-based studio announced a new season of True T Presents focused on “inspiring conversations led by LGBTQIA+ community members of color, innovative queer media curated by local and visiting artists, and…
Pizzeria Davide opens a new location, fish fry season begins, and more Pittsburgh food news
Openings and re-openings Pizzeria Davide On Thu., Feb. 18, Pizzeria Davide will open its third location in Carnegie. Owned by the founders of DiAnoia’s Eatery, the pizza shop specializes in “old-world style” pizzas, with dough fermented for 72 hours. Other locations include the Strip District and Robinson. 221 2nd Ave., Carnegie. pizzeriadavide.com Tupelo Honey Specializing…
Pennsylvania GOP official on Toomey: “We did not send him there to ‘do the right thing’”
Shortly after Sen. Pat Toomey (R-Lehigh) voted to convict Donald Trump over his actions related to encouraging a violent mob to storm the U.S. Capitol, several Republicans in Pennsylvania started to turn on the conservative senator. Republican Party groups in York and Lawrence counties censured Toomey earlier in the week, and another Republican Party group in…
Lynn Cullen Live – 2/16/21
Video Archive This odd winter storm is the first topic Lynn and Susan are covering. The temperature in Texas is currently lower than it is in Green Bay. They are also discussing the Grape-Nuts cereal shortage, an item on Antiques Roadshow with incorrect punctuation which has been bothering Lynn, and hotels turning floors into private…
Greater Pittsburgh Arts Council seeking applicants for Teaching Artist Opportunity Grant program
Local teaching artists could get a boost from a new pilot grant program offered through the Greater Pittsburgh Arts Council. Teaching artists are professional artists who supplement their incomes by teaching in a classroom or non-classroom setting. Starting today, GPAC is seeking applicants for the Teaching Artist Opportunity Grant, a round of $2,000 grants designed…
Six Western Pennsylvanians charged for Capitol insurrection; state ranks second among total arrested
Even though Pennsylvanians voted to elect President Joe Biden in 2020, the state still has plenty of fervent supporters of Donald Trump. Just take a drive through many rural and exurban parts of the state, including many sections of Western Pennsylvania, and it’s easy to spot Trump signs still in yards, even after the election.…
Lynn Cullen Live – 2/15/21
Video Archive Lynn is discussing various topics today. They include the Impeachment trial results, how a minority maintains power, the news that Roger Stone’s guards participated in the Capitol riot, and a study from the London School of Economics focusing on fiscal polices, and trickle down economics. Audio Only Archive Stream or download the last…
Check out these colorful chocolate truffles from Lawrenceville-based Chocolate Fusion
Some days require a pick-me-up, and a sweet treat can boost anyone’s spirits. And when those treats also resemble artistic gems, it’s usually a bit easier to forget whatever is ailing you: the coronavirus pandemic, another cold and gloomy winter, or just general malaise. Pittsburgh-based chocolatier Chocolate Fusion has more than 30 rotating chocolate truffles…
Casey and Toomey vote to convict Trump for Capitol insurrection; Senate votes to acquit
The U.S. Senate voted on Saturday to acquit former President Donald Trump on a charge of inciting the deadly Jan. 6 insurrectionist attack on the U.S. Capitol, concluding his second impeachment trial with the same verdict as his first impeachment. In the 57-43 vote, seven Republicans joined every Senate Democrat, including Pennsylvania’s Bob Casey, and…
Eight perfect two-ingredient Pennsylvania cocktails for the novice home bartender
Pittsburgh has a really vibrant and underrated cocktail scene. Bartenders across the Steel City sling inventive and delicious drinks for fairly affordable prices. While Pittsburgh’s legacy is a “shot and beer” town, that narrative is evolving rather quickly. But recreating those cocktails at home is not always easy, and can be downright intimidating at first.…
As Allegheny County finally meets clean air standards, environmentalists are concerned the victory could be short lived
Earlier this year, Allegheny County saw its first-ever days in compliance with all federal air quality guidelines under the National Ambient Air Quality Standards. A massive achievement for a region with a smoky reputation. This rule, which has been in effect for decades under the federal Clean Air Act, measures and regulates limits for six…
Pittsburgh-based medical cannabis dispensary expanding within Pennsylvania and into West Virginia
Medical marijuana demand and usage has increased during the coronavirus pandemic, and medical marijuana dispensaries have adapted to this increased demand, even during a time of increased safety protocols. Now, one Pittsburgh-based medical marijuana dispensary is expanding in hopes to create more locations for Pennsylvania patients to access medical cannabis. The Healing Center announced on…
A new stout from East End Brewing, the Wienermobile comes to town, and more Pittsburgh food news
Openings Polski Sklep A new shop is bringing actual Polish food to Polish Hill. Polski Sklep, which opened at the end of January, is located on Brereton Street. The shop offers both takeout food and polish groceries, from pierogies and stuffed cabbage to Polish cookies and chocolate bars. 3101 Brereton St., Polish Hill. polskiskleppgh.com View…
Lynn Cullen Live – 2/11/21
Video Archive Lynn was once again glued to her TV watching the second day of the impeachment trial. She’s discussing yesterday’s arguments, the new security video, and the legacies that are being cemented into place. Audio Only Archive Stream or download the last 5 shows on the MP3 downloads page.
Lynn Cullen Live – 2/10/21
Video Archive The first topic of the show is yesterday’s vote on the constitutionality of the second impeachment trial. Lynn was transfixed by the House managers. She is discussing her thoughts on the first day of proceedings including the 13 minute video showing the events of January 6th, the Senators who didn’t watch it, Jamie…
How Pittsburgh’s Asian restaurants and community are adjusting to a pandemic Lunar New Year
The Year of the Rat is nearing its end, and many Asian Americans are preparing for Lunar New Year celebrations. But as we usher in the Year of the Ox, many must compromise and adjust their traditional and personal rituals to keep themselves, their families, and their communities safe. And Asian Americans in Pittsburgh are…
The album Soulshowmike’s been waiting on for an entire year
Over two separate occasions in the past two years, I’ve come to realize two great things about a Soulive-headlined show. One is that the members of the funk/jazz trio Soulive always bring it hard, and the other is that their opening act is always awesome. I discovered DJ Williams’ Shots Fired that way and, more…
Black-led Community Spotlight: ULYP of Greater Pittsburgh is building a network of young and successful Black professionals
For California native Keyva Clark, the city of Pittsburgh was a somewhat daunting and isolating place when she first moved here. Searching for community and connection, Clark joined the Urban League Young Professionals of Greater Pittsburgh. Now, five years later, Clark has risen in the ranks of ULYP and currently sits as the nonprofit’s chapter…
Prime Stage Theatre returns to historical subject with one-woman show Sojourner
Being cast as a historical figure is one thing, but getting approval from the figure’s descendents adds a whole other level. This is what happened when Delana Flowers took on the role of Sojourner Truth for Sojourner, a new production at Pittsburgh’s Prime Stage Theatre. Set in 1851, the one-woman show, written by Richard LaMonte…
A Pittsburgh guide to Valentine’s Day, regardless of how you feel about the holiday
Despite being the shortest month of the year, February is also often the coldest, which can sometimes make it feel like the longest in a city like Pittsburgh where everything comes to a halt when the show starts falling. February, and, to a similar extent, March, are a barren landscape of waiting out the cold.…
Seven Days in Pittsburgh: Feb. 11-17
Thu., Feb. 11 MUSIC • VIRTUAL SOS PGH continues its mission of bringing relief to live music professionals and spaces with the latest edition of its online Concert Series. Enjoy an evening with four-piece rock band The Redlines, instrumental duo hALF wHEEL, and solo act Dom Fusca. The series seeks to keep independent music venues…
FREE WILL ASTROLOGY: Feb. 11-17
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): I’ve adopted some lines from poet Walt Whitman for you to use in composing a love note. Send it to a person you know and love, or to a person you want to know and love, or a person you will know and love in the future. Here it is: “We…
