Foot traffic in Downtown PGH has been improving, but it’s still down 33% compared to 2019. Leaders are banking on boosting small biz as the secret sauce to get workers, visitors and residents to fill the regions most central neighborhood. My story www.axios.com/local/pittsb...

Small businesses are key to Downtown Pittsburgh's comeback

Leaders are investing millions to bring shops, foot traffic and energy back to Downtown.

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More than a third of Post-Gazette newsroom workers are expected to lose their jobs Monday as new nonprofit owners take over, according to the Newspaper Guild of Pittsburgh. www.axios.com/local/pittsb...

Post-Gazette cuts begin as nonprofit prepares to take over

More than a third of Post-Gazette newsroom workers are expected to lose their jobs, the Newspaper Guild of Pittsburgh said.

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Yes, the viral Pop-Tarts edible mascot sacrifice is coming to Pittsburgh and the NFL Draft. It's the first time the public gets to participate. Welcome to Mouth Heaven. www.axios.com/local/pittsb...

Giant Pop-Tart will be sacrificed in Pittsburgh

Fans can watch — and eat — a giant Pop-Tart during an NFL Draft event.

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The Pitt season 2 finale is tonight, and the Axios Pittsburgh team has predictions. Let us know what you think will or won’t happen! www.axios.com/local/pittsb...

"The Pitt" finale: What we think will happen

What's next for Baby Jane Doe?

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NEW: Direct buses from Pittsburgh’s suburbs to NFL Draft will be free! Pick up buses every 15-30 mins in North Hills, Monroeville, Moon & South Hills. Region’s light rail and Mon Incline are also free for Draft. Don’t drive, most public transit is free. www.axios.com/local/pittsb...

Free bus rides to NFL Draft announced

Pittsburgh officials really don't want you to drive to the draft.

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NEW: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette sold to nonprofit institute, saving the paper from shutting down. www.axios.com/local/pittsb...

🏒 The Battle of Pennsylvania is on! The Pittsburgh Penguins will play the Philadelphia Flyers in their first playoff series together since 2018. The Keystone State Contest is set. The PA Cold War is heating up! www.axios.com/local/pittsb...

Pens and Flyers renew rivalry in Stanley Cup playoffs

Pittsburgh and Philadelphia meet again as a long-running NHL rivalry heats up.

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🏒 The Battle of Pennsylvania is on! The Pittsburgh Penguins will play the Philadelphia Flyers in their first playoff series together since 2018. The Keystone State Contest is set. The PA Cold War is heating up! www.axios.com/local/pittsb...

Pens and Flyers renew rivalry in Stanley Cup playoffs

Pittsburgh and Philadelphia meet again as a long-running NHL rivalry heats up.

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130K drop PA affordable care act health coverage as insurance costs spike amid Republican opposition to renewing healthcare subsidies www.axios.com/local/pittsb...

130K drop Pennie coverage as costs spike

The end of federal subsidies is tied to rising costs.

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NEW: Third Eye Blind and Nelly will play at free concert at the Point this summer. It's part of PA's 250th USA anniversary celebration. There are free concerts in Erie, State College, Hershey and Wilkes-Barre too. www.axios.com/local/pittsb...

NFL Draft is gonna bring in a lot of direct spending, but it’s not going to solve city’s acute financial woes. The real goal is changing investors reputation of Pittsburgh $ landing some big fish companies to relocate here, PNC’s chief economist tells me www.axios.com/local/pittsb...

NEW: Michelin Guide is expanding into Pittsburgh. The world's preeminent food guide is already in the field and will announce winners from the new Great Lakes region in 2027. www.axios.com/local/pittsb...

Pittsburgh joins Michelin Guide region

The Michelin Guide will rate Pittsburgh restaurants for the first time in 2027.

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You might not have known the french fry salad, aka the Pittsburgh salad, was invented in Beaver County. One of the places that lays claim as inventor, Jerry's Curb Service, is still slinging them & other fast food. I tried it and it's worth the trip. 🍟🥗 www.axios.com/local/pittsb...

Inside the birthplace of Pittsburgh salad

A Beaver County spot claims it invented Pittsburgh's iconic fry-topped salad.

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Homer City, PA data center project feels pretty unique in that it will produce more electricity than it needs, adding 700-800 MWs onto grid. Vertical steel for the project is going up now. It's set to start producing electricity from natural gas in 2028. www.axios.com/local/pittsb...

New power plant to add grid capacity

A new gas plant in Homer City will power data centers and add energy to the grid.

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🍬 It's Easter week and you shouldn't have a problem finding locally made chocolates and candies in Pittsburgh, where nearly every part of the region has their own shop. Here are some of our favorites. www.axios.com/local/pittsb...

Where to find Easter candy in Pittsburgh

Local candy shops across the region offer handmade treats ahead of the holiday.

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NEW: Pittsburgh Regional Transit is creating temporary Football Flyer bus routes to riders directly to NFL Draft from suburban park-and-rides. PRT is also expanding light-rail frequency. Gateway Clipper is adding some free service. Lots more changes too www.axios.com/local/pittsb...

Getting around the NFL Draft in Pittsburgh

Transit, road closures and parking tips for navigating draft crowds in Pittsburgh.

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A new PA bill is looking to increase punishments for Turnpike toll evaders, with the maximum punishment rising to a 3rd-degree felony. www.axios.com/local/pittsb...

Pa. lawmakers push tougher toll evasion penalties

Lawmakers propose stricter penalties as unpaid tolls top $200 million.

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NEW: First images of ICE officers at the Pittsburgh International Airport. Axios reporter Chrissy Suttles is at the airport and reports a group of ICE officers are huddled together after people pass through security checkpoint. Chrissy got through security in 3 minutes.

📈 Pittsburgh rents, both metro and in the city, are rising as average rents across the U.S. fall. Pittsburgh is still largely affordable compared to most cities, but rents are jumping. www.axios.com/local/pittsb...

Pittsburgh rents climb despite national dip

Local rents are rising faster than the national trend, new data shows.

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NEW: ICE agents are expected at PIT airport today, per President Trump’s order. PIT officials say exact plans for how ICE agents have not been announced. www.axios.com/local/pittsb...

ICE agents expected at Pittsburgh airport

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents are expected at Pittsburgh International Airport on Monday.

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We have a pretty hard Where’s Nebby in today’s Axios Pittsburgh newsletter. Send me your guesses!

NEW: Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood is coming to YouTube, getting its own page. It’s the first time the show will be on-demand for free. Fred Rogers Productions tells me the page is coming this summer. www.axios.com/local/pittsb...

Mister Rogers will arrive on YouTube soon

Classic episodes will stream free for the first time starting this summer.

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NEW: The new plaza across from PNC Park will open in time for the Pirates’ home opener and the NFL Draft. It brings a 40-foot screen to watch games, and two restaurants and bars right on Mazeroski Way. www.axios.com/local/pittsb...

New outdoor plaza to open near PNC Park

The plaza will have food, live music and a giant screen steps from PNC Park.

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NEW: Pittsburgh City Paper is returning! The region’s alt-weekly found new nonprofit owners, and CP officials tell Axios they are targeting April to come back online and May for print. www.axios.com/local/pittsb...

Pittsburgh City Paper returns with new owners

Pittsburgh City Paper is relaunching under new ownership backed by nonprofit support.

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PIT is proposing autonomous shuttles take passengers from the old parking lots (currently served by human-driven shuttles) to new terminal. Projected to cost $75M total. Airport says it will save money overall since it costs $11.8M a year to run shuttles www.axios.com/local/pittsb...

Pittsburgh airport eyes autonomous shuttle system

PIT may add driverless shuttles linking parking, hotel and terminals.

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Pittsburgh is $30 million to $40 million budget deficit. Mayor O'Connor said his admin discovered shortly after he took office this year, and it comes after the city already raised taxes to cover a $27 million hole. 😬 www.axios.com/local/pittsb...

Pittsburgh facing multimillion-dollar budget hole

Mayor Corey O'Connor said the city finances are "worse than we thought."

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Final round voting is open for Pittsburgh’s best fish fry. It’s Croatian National Hall Javor on the North Side vs. Swissvale Volunteer Fire Department. Let your voices be heard! Vote in the link www.axios.com/local/pittsb...

Vote for Pittsburgh's best fish fry

Axios Pittsburgh is back for year two of our hunt for Western Pennsylvania's best fish fry.

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🐟 4⃣ It's the Fish Fry Final Four. We need your votes Pittsburgh to help decide who will face off in the championship showdown of the region's best fish fry. Vote here. www.axios.com/local/pittsb...

Vote for Pittsburgh's best fish fry

Axios Pittsburgh is back for year two of our hunt for Western Pennsylvania's best fish fry.

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NEW: Allegheny County Council passed a bill tonight banning county police, workers from cooperating with ICE, codifying a policy into law Bill passed 11-3. Council prez Pat Catena abstained, saying he & his son received death threats today due to vote www.axios.com/local/pittsb...

Allegheny County restricts ICE cooperation

Council voted to bar most county assistance with federal immigration enforcement.

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Second round voting is open! Pittsburgh, it’s time to crown this year's best fish fry. @bethanyhallam.bsky.social we need your take. www.axios.com/local/pittsb...

Vote for Pittsburgh's best fish fry

Axios Pittsburgh is back for year two of our hunt for Western Pennsylvania's best fish fry.

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