🚀 Rocket launch in the Hill?!

🩺 Pgh Doctors Weigh In on Federal Cuts

Our region is facing billions of dollars in cuts to medical care and research by the Trump administration, and the decisions made today will have far-reaching effects for decades to come. We’re talking to three local doctors about what it all means for patients, medical scientists, and a city whose identity is built around eds and meds. [🎧 City Cast Pittsburgh]

✅ Progressive Groups Endorse 8 County Judges

1Hood Power and six other local progressive groups are supporting a slate of Allegheny County judicial candidates committed to criminal justice reform. More than 20 candidates are vying for the eight empty seats in the primary election. [90.5 WESA]

• 🗳️ What else is on the primary ballot? We dig into the mayoral race! [🎧 City Cast Pittsburgh]

🔬 STEM Lab Breaks Ground in the Hill District

The Citizen Science Lab’s new headquarters, dubbed the MLK Center for Scientific Excellence, will serve as a state-of-the-art STEM space for hands-on science exploration, technology innovation, and workforce development. The hub will feature a flex-café space, drone and rocket launching site, greenhouse, chicken coop, aviary, and five laboratories. [Citizen Science Lab]

⚾ Pirates Apologize for Removing Clemente Sign

After receiving feedback from unhappy fans and the Clemente family, the Pittsburgh Pirates are putting Roberto Clemente’s name and No. 21 logo back on the pad below the right-field foul pole. The sign honoring the iconic Hall of Famer was replaced with an advertisement for Surfside, an alcoholic drink, ahead of the home opener. [ESPN]

• 😡 Yinz know who else is mad? Buccos fans who are begging Pirates owner Bob Nutting to sell the dang team. [🎧 City Cast Pittsburgh]

Let’s play a game! Where can you find this mural dedicated to Mac Miller? 👀

🌟 Congrats to Amy H., Liz D., Sam L., Lauren B., Kaitlyn M., Chuck M., Kathy R., Samantha V., and Marvin B. who correctly guessed the last “Where Is It?” challenge! ⬇️

If you're cruising around the North Hills, be sure to stop into Café Conmigo’s newest location inside the 1659 Cranberry market. We're jazzed about their current latte flavors: Stroopwafel and strawberry rhubarb 🍓

Grab a springy beverage and get comfy on one of these couches, or browse the floral and boutique vendors, also set up in the market 🌼

And if you want (or need 🤪) more caffeine, we have a ton of recommendations for Pittsburgh coffee shops and tea houses ☕

Psst! Café Conmigo also made our list of the best gift shops — an unexpected gem for local presents! 🛍️

👀 Looking for more to see and do?

• 🌸 See the pink spring blooms before they fade.
• 🌳 Get grounded during Earth Month.
• 💛 Celebrate 412 Day in the Burgh.
• 🛍️ Shop at these April pop-up markets.
• 🥐 Dig into the best new restaurants in tahn.
• 💡 Try your luck with our latest Pittsburgh Pop Quiz.