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👟 Could Market Square get more walkable?
December 10, 2024 · — Francesca Dabecco
It’s Tuesday, and we’re in the giving spirit! 🎉
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What's CITY Talking About?
🚨 ‘Person of Interest’ in CEO Shooting Arrested in PA
Police arrested a 26-year-old man at a McDonald’s in Altoona — about two hours east of Pittsburgh — in connection with the killing of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson. A McDonald’s employee called local authorities after recognizing the man from photos. Police say he had a gun and a handwritten document tying him to the shooting. [Associated Press]
🖋️ WESA, WYEP Union Signs First Contract
More than two dozen SAG-AFTRA union staffers bargained with Pittsburgh Community Broadcasting to ratify a three-year contract, which includes wage increases and protections against AI tech replacing workers’ jobs. [TribLive]
🚧 Market Square’s Makeover Plan
A design firm shared their latest vision for the square, which includes new traffic rules, twinkle lights, and more space for outdoor dining. It’s just one part of a $600 million plan to revamp Downtown. Listen to today’s City Cast Pittsburgh podcast to hear more details. [🎧City Cast Pittsburgh]
⚖️ Rep. Dan Miller Runs for County Judge
Democrat Dan Miller, who represents the 42nd Legislative District, announced he’s running for one of seven open seats on the Allegheny County Court of Common Pleas. He doesn’t plan to resign from his House seat while campaigning. [Penn Capital-Star]
- During his time as a lawmaker, Miller has pushed for legislation that would allow striking union members to collect unemployment benefits and create a paid family and medical leave program.
- In January, Democrats will have a one-seat majority in the state House. But how’d they keep the majority during a red wave? [SpotlightPA]
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Where is it?
Let’s play a game! Where in Pittsburgh can you find the H.J. Heinz Co. branding in the photo above? 👀
🌟 Congrats to Michael I., Meagan M., Heidi S., Gloria G., Corey E., and Inshirah M. who correctly guessed the last “Where Is It?” challenge! ⬇️
If you like craft beers and smash burgers, swing by this spot in Lower Lawrenceville. And while you’re at it, take a donation to their first annual “Burgers and Booties” sock drive 🧦🧦
Through Dec. 22, bring an unopened package of socks to any Burghers Brewing location to get 15% off of your order. All donations will be given to Second Avenue Commons, a Downtown shelter that recently reopened after a fire over the summer.
👀 Looking for a taste of something else?
- 😋 Dig into some of Pittsburgh’s best meals for $10 or less
- 🥂 Sip on something festive at Pittsburgh’s best holiday pop-up bars
- ☕ Try some of the city’s best new restaurants, bars, cafes, and bakeries
- 🥃 Order (or make) a historic cocktail from early 1900s McKeesport
- ❄️ Make plans with our guide to December in Pittsburgh
- 📍 Or get more ideas in our archive of Pittsburgh neighborhood guides
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What To Do
Monday, Dec. 9
- 🎁 Peoples Gas Holiday Market in Market Square | varies — through Dec. 24 | free | Downtown
- 🛍️ A Very Merry Krampus Market at Trace Brewing | 5-10 p.m. | free | Bloomfield
- 💐 Advanced Wreath Making Workshop at Armful of Flowers | 6-9 p.m. | $95 | Mt. Washington
- 🍝 Best Buddies Taste Buds at the Convention Center | 6-10 p.m. | $175+ | Downtown
- 🎄 A Very Yinzer Christmas at the Benedum Center | 7:30 p.m. | $47+ | Downtown
Tuesday, Dec. 10
- 🪡 Embroidering True Stories at Contemporary Craft | 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. | free | Lawrenceville
- 🔔 Jingle & Mingle with Pittsburgh Food Policy Council | 4-6:30 p.m. | free | Point Breeze
- 🏡 Mansions on Fifth Holiday Open House | 5-8 p.m. | $15-35 | Shadyside
- 🫙 Fermenting Memories with Community Cultures | 7-8:30 p.m. | $20 | virtual
- 🥂 Hot For Teacher: Holiday Party at Harold’s Haunt | 7-10 p.m. | $25 | Milvalle
- 🎄 A Christmas Story at The O’Reilly | 7 p.m. — through Dec. 22 | $35+ | Downtown
Wednesday, Dec. 11
- ☕ Holiday Bash at Biddles Escape | 4:30-6:30 p.m. | bring a donation! | Regent Square
- 🥕 Fermented Veggies Workshop with Community Cultures | 5:30-7 p.m. | $25 | Wilkinsburg
- 🍷 Wine Trivia Class at The PA Market | 6:30-8 p.m. | $40 | Strip District
- 🥟 Homemade Pierogies Simplified | 6:30-8 p.m. | $98 | North Huntingdon
Until tomorrow!
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