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Back to SearchWhy the Smithfield Homeless Shelter Became a Lightning Rod
In past years, the basement at Smithfield United Church of Christ opened its doors to those in need of a place to stay in the winter, but as homeless…
2 years, 8 months ago
Guns at the Airport, Mayor Gainey’s Twitter & Steeler Cereal
It’s the Friday news roundup! NEXTpittsburgh columnist Tony Norman joins lead producer Mallory Falk and producer Maria Carter to discuss concerns aro…
2 years, 8 months ago
Your Guide to Pittsburgh’s Mexican Food Scene
Whether you love a good taco or some crunchy chilaquiles, the Pittsburgh area has a growing number of restaurants with tasty Mexican dishes. Oscar Za…
2 years, 8 months ago
Does the Pittsburgh City Flag Need a Makeover?
Pittsburgh has one of the oldest city flags in the U.S., but the design leaves something to be desired — at least, according to Ted Kaye. He's the na…
2 years, 8 months ago
You're Saying It Wrong: Pgh Sports Names Explained
Why does Pittsburgh insist on changing the names of our sports heroes, and why do the athletes let us do it? We take a deep dive into the origins of …
2 years, 8 months ago
Pittsburgh’s Role in Curing Polio
Before Dr. Jonas Salk, polio killed or paralyzed more than a half million people worldwide every year, and survivors often faced lifelong consequence…
2 years, 8 months ago
State Budget Drama, Killer Robots & Bad News for BeyHive
It’s the Friday news roundup! The big talk in Harrisburg is about Gov. Josh Shapiro pulling his support for private school vouchers after state budge…
2 years, 8 months ago
Pittsburgh’s Best Mac & Cheese
National Macaroni Day is tomorrow, and National Mac & Cheese Day is July 14, so we put our sharpest minds to finding the best in the Burgh. The City …
2 years, 8 months ago
Pgh Is a Union Town, and That Goes Way, Wayyy Back
This week marks the 131st anniversary of the Battle of Homestead. No, it wasn’t part of any war, and technically, it didn’t even happen in Homestead.…
2 years, 8 months ago
Why an LA Art Museum Wants Pgh’s Racist Statue
For a long time, the birthday of 19th century composer Stephen Foster was a big deal in Pittsburgh. People here were proud that Foster, who was born …
2 years, 8 months ago