🍂 Your guide to September in Pittsburgh

🇺🇸 Harris Says No To U.S. Steel Sale

Kamala Harris chose Pittsburgh to also commit to Biden’s opposition of the sale of U.S. Steel to Nippon Steel, which is still under federal review. The White House says Biden asked to introduce Harris. He told the South Side crowd that electing her will be “the best decision you will ever make.” U.S. Steel employs about 4,000 people in PA alone. [Associated Press]

🗳️ Mayor Gainey Wants 4 More Years

Ed Gainey says he’ll formally announce his re-election campaign at Tranquil Trail under the Fern Hollow Bridge this week. His new campaign website touts accomplishments like affordable housing initiatives, increased police pay, and a drop in homicide rates. [TribLive]

• 📉 What about the city’s finances? Gainey says we’re fine for the immediate future, but revenue remains a concern. [90.5 WESA]
• ➡️ We asked Gainey about his hopes for Pittsburgh earlier this year. [🎧 City Cast Pittsburgh]

📊 Racial Pay Gaps At PPS

In the 2023-24 school year, the district bumped some salaries to more than $100,000 — but not everyone is seeing those raises. Payroll data shows median salaries for Black teachers and staff come in around $20,000 less than the district’s white employees. [PublicSource]

The first day of fall is Sept. 22, so we’re helping you make the most of Pittsburgh’s sunny days with festivals, markets, nature excursions, and more.

🍅 Celebrate Harvest Season

It’s time to toast to the summer bounty! Find the goodness growing in Mt. Oliver at the Hilltop Harvest Festival on Sept. 14; try out a ton of gardening workshops (or participate in the Best Tomato Contest) at the Pittsburgh County Fair on Sept. 15; or head up to Mt. Washington to buy blooms and produce at Armful of Flowers’ Harvest Market on Sept. 15.

🎟️ Enjoy Free Events With RAD Days

Starting Sept. 7, you can hop around Pittsburgh’s best parks, art centers, and cultural institutions — for free! RAD Days, which run through Oct. 6, offer more than 60 events as a “thank you” to Allegheny County residents for their support through the RAD tax.

🏡 Be Nebby on House Tours

The North Side is the best side for exploring homes and gardens this month. Step up to cozy porches and charming interiors at Brighton Heights’ 18th Annual House Tour on Sept. 7; mosey through historic row houses at the Mexican War Streets 52nd Annual House & Garden Tour on Sept. 15; or get to know the rich history behind (open) doors at the Observatory Hill House Tour: Stories of a Neighborhood Vol. 2 on Sept. 28.

🛍️ Find Local Treasures

Cooler temperatures get everyone in the mood to nest and rest. Bring nature indoors with something from Phipps' Botanical Boutique on Sept. 6-8; find saved or repaired furniture at WorkshopPGH’s Second Rodeo Warehouse Sale on Sept. 8 — and then admire your new finds while you flip through pages from the Used Book Fair Sept. 14 or the Art Book Fair Sept. 28.