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🤞 Will 376 reopen early?
July 21, 2026 · — Laura Tsutsui
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What's CITY Talking About
Severe Storm and Tornado Risks Today
The National Weather Service has issued 259 severe thunderstorm and tornado warnings so far this year — the fourth-highest combined total since we started collecting the data. Today, look for rain, hail, strong winds, and the possibility of tornadoes and flash flooding through at least 8 p.m. [🔒 Post-Gazette]
- On today’s podcast, hear why all this extreme weather is becoming more common and what to know before heading out. (Spoiler: It’s not the end times.) [City Cast Pittsburgh]
Former Congressman Tim Murphy Dies
Mental health advocate and anti-abortion lawmaker Tim Murphy died Saturday at age 73. He represented Western PA for one-and-a-half terms in the state Senate and 15 years in the U.S. House. [WESA]
Parkway East Might Reopen Early
Commuters rejoice! Parkway East was expected to be closed through Aug. 3 while the Commercial Street Bridge gets replaced, but PennDOT says it may reopen even sooner. Crews moved the new bridge into place Sunday and Monday. [KDKA]
Vote for New Bridge in Mini Display
Which would you like to see in miniature: the Smithfield Street Bridge, Hot Metal Bridge, or the Panther Hollow Bridge? The Kamin Science Center is soliciting votes through the end of the month for the newest addition to its Miniature Railroad and Village. [WPXI]
- Vote once a day online or in person with general admission. [Kamin Science Center]
Where Is It?
⬆️ Let’s play a game! Pittsburgh has lots of old churches that are home to beautiful, Biblically-inspired art. Where can you find this one?
🌟 Shoutout to Katie S., Bob S., Carla C., Emily G., and Jack C. who knew where to find Mister Rogers from last week’s challenge. ⤵️
What To Do
Tuesday, July 21
- 🎭 Leap Into Action with Attack Theatre (Hazelwood)
- 🎨 Roving Art Cart at Marmaduke Park (Brighton Heights)
- 🧬 Super Science at CLP (Mt. Washington)
- 🥤 Wild Herbal Sodas with Community Cultures (West End)
- 🗳️ Suffs at The Benedum Center through July 26 (Downtown)
- ❓ Trivia at Bottlerocket (Allentown)
Wednesday, July 22
- 🎨 Roving Art Cart at Beechview Spray Park (Beechview)
- 🧶 Crafting on a Boat at Shore Thing (North Shore)
- 🧘 Sunset Yoga in Schenley Park (Oakland)
- 🎨 Accessible Poster Design at CLP (Brookline)
- 🀄 Beginner Mahjong Classes at Hazel Grove Brewing (Hazelwood)
- 🚶 Mindful Wellness Walk at Point State Park (Downtown)
- 🎤 Y2K Karaoke Showdown at Ineffable Cà Phê (Lawrenceville)
- 🤣 LizaBanks Campagna Comedy Show at Bottlerocket (Allentown)
Leaving on a jet plane? On your next flight out of PIT, take a second to enjoy some of the art; there are more than 30 pieces to experience! Starting tonight, the Art in the Airport program is hosting free Meet the Artist talks to help residents learn more about the work on display.
Free · Daily