City Cast Pittsburgh

Pittsburgh isn't always the easiest place to make new friends. Lots of people here are still close with their buddies from kindergarten, and it can be hard for newcomers to break in. But a ton of local groups have popped up to help transplants, boomerangers, and even lifelong residents find community. Haley Ingersoll of Pittsburgh Social Health, Dan Lampmann of Yinz Run Club, and local author Ryan Rydzewski join us to share their best tips for building community in the Burgh.

Read Ryan's story on making local friends in Pittsburgh Magazine.

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Mayor Ed Gainey lost the Democratic primary but still has seven months left to lead Pittsburgh. He could get busy cementing his legacy and setting himself up for the next big thing, or sit back and take a breather knowing he's already made history. TribLive's Julia Burdelski joins us to talk through the possibilities, including whether Gainey could still make headway on his affordable housing plans.

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President Trump is expected in Pittsburgh today to tout a "planned partnership" between U.S. Steel and Nippon Steel. Host Megan Harris and executive producer Mallory Falk are joined by Axios Pittsburgh's Ryan Deto to share what we know about the agreement and what questions still need to be answered when Trump holds his "BIG rally" at U.S. Steel's Irvin Works in West Mifflin. They also discuss John Fetterman's claims that he's been "shamed" into showing up for Senate votes and hearings, dig into a new report on city parks, and explain why nurses at UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital want to unionize. Plus, they debate whether Pittsburghers should race out to try Malört now that the polarizing liquor is available in PA.

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Summer is here! June is full of fun activities and celebrations, from outdoor concerts and pop-up beer gardens to pool openings and a Juneteenth boat party. The City Cast Pittsburgh team is sharing some of the best ways to enjoy the city this month, whether you want to traipse around Carnegie for a ghost hunt or get your fill of Greek food in Mt Lebanon. And if you're looking for even more outdoors options, check out our episode about exploring Pittsburgh's 176 parks.

If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Pittsburgh community. 

For even more tips on how to make the most of June in Pittsburgh, check out Hey Pittsburgh’s take on what to do this month. 

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It's yard sale season! If you're looking for a used air conditioner or need more outdoor furniture, now's the time to buy. Here in Pittsburgh, we like getting things cheap, and often, that means buying secondhand. We're talking about where to find great deals on furniture and home goods in the city, from the best Goodwill spots to tips for navigating Facebook Marketplace. 

Looking for more thrifty tips? Learn how to score great deals at Mac.Bid and find the best meals for $10 or less in Pittsburgh. 

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Happy Pride, Pittsburgh! There's a party for everyone, no matter how you want to celebrate. This weekend, you can join in the Pride March and Parade (wave if you see City Cast Pittsburgh!), attend Pride Prom, or catch the "Gloves and Glitter" drag softball game. Producer Sophia Lo is with QBurgh's Jeff Freedman and Jim Sheppard to talk about how they're approaching Pride Month and share etiquette for everything from jumping into the parade to tipping at local drag shows. 

Find and submit more LGBTQ+ events all year long on QBurgh's community calendar. 

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You better think twice before grabbing your cell phone on PA roads. New distracted driving rules take effect in June, and you could face $200 in fees if you get caught texting or talking — even while stopped at a red light. City Cast Pittsburgh’s Megan Harris & Sophia Lo share some new news about the mayoral election (turnout wasn’t all bad?); why the South Side was transformed into an 1800s movie set (and how you can get involved); why Dick’s Sporting Goods is on a spending spree (sneakers and Skenes!); and how to get an Uber Eats coupon just for ordering Heinz.

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It's the start of Gemini season! And maybe you don't lean that hard into your astrological sign, but if this is your birthday month, you should at least take advantage of all the freebies you can get. To help you celebrate, we're bringing back producer Sophia Lo's deep dive into Pittsburgh’s best local deals on birthday meals and desserts.

**This episode originally published April 4, 2024.

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Corey O'Connor won the Democratic primary — beating out incumbent mayor Ed Gainey. It's the second time in a row a challenger has defeated a sitting mayor, and O'Connor's almost guaranteed to win in November since the city hasn't elected a Republican mayor in nearly a century. The City Cast Pittsburgh team is running through the mayoral race and the rest of the primary results, including a school board race that's still too close to call. 

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*This episode has been updated to reflect that incumbent Gene Walker is down by one vote in the District 9 school board race.

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Thanks to a quirk of Pennsylvania law, our 67 counties can’t start counting mail-in ballots until the polls open on election day. So while the rest of us head off to our respective polling places, everyone from the medical examiner to the street sweepers will be in a North Side warehouse opening envelopes and tallying up the votes. County communications director Abigail Gardner is here to explain what happens behind the scenes on election night and when we might know who wins, plus why Pittsburgh is better than Philly!

Need some last-minute help with your ballot? Check out our procrastinator's guide to the primary election!

**This episode originally published October 21, 2024.

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