Pittsburgh packs more into a single visit than most cities twice its size. From forested ravines and rooftop bars to indie music venues and world-class museums, here's where to start.
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Pittsburgh's light rail system has been frozen at roughly the same footprint for decades, while the city around it has changed dramatically. A handful of serious proposals are now pushing that conversation forward.
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Pittsburgh's three rivers look cleaner than they did a generation ago, but that didn't happen on its own. A loose network of nonprofits, municipal programs, and neighborhood volunteers is doing the physical work of keeping them that way.
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Pittsburgh's riverfront trail network is one of the city's great assets, but a stubborn gap along the Allegheny between the North Shore and Millvale has frustrated cyclists and pedestrians for years. Here's what's blocking it and who's pushing to close it.
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A redistricting dispute in Pittsburgh's Ward 4 is quietly reshaping political representation across some of the city's fastest-changing neighborhoods. Here's what's happening and who it affects.
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Bloomfield has carried the "Little Italy" title longer than most Pittsburgh neighborhoods have existed. The question now is how it holds onto that identity as the city around it shifts fast.
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Bloomfield Garfield Corporation has spent decades advocating for housing, small business, and community life across two of Pittsburgh's most distinct East End neighborhoods. Here's what to know about the work it does.
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Phantom of the Attic has been a cornerstone of Pittsburgh's comic book and pop culture scene for decades, serving collectors, casual readers, and devoted fans across two locations.
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Pittsburgh's art gallery scene runs deeper than most visitors expect, from storied museums in Oakland to scrappy independent spaces in Lawrenceville and beyond. Here's a practical guide to the best of it.
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The Porch at Schenley has become one of Oakland's most beloved gathering spots, drawing students, locals, and visitors alike with its open-air atmosphere and Pittsburgh-proud menu.
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Carnegie SportsWorks is one of the most interactive exhibits at the Carnegie Science Center, letting visitors test their bodies against the science of sport. Here is what makes it worth the trip.
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