Pittsburgh

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A lively Pittsburgh street at dusk, showcasing new restaurant openings and people dining outdoors, symbolizing a thriving local food scene.
Business Spotlights

Pittsburgh Welcomes New Food Establishments Amidst Community Reception

In Pittsburgh alone, April brought a noticeable surge of restaurant openings, a trend mirrored by eight new establishments announcing plans in Oklahoma City and an Argentine-Italian spot opening in Oc

Marco Alvarez·April 29, 2026
The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette building at night, with a lone journalist working inside, symbolizing the fight for local news.
Community

Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Nearly Died. Local News is Critical for Democracy.

The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, one of America's oldest newspapers, was reportedly due to shut down in May, signaling a critical moment for local news.

Derek Molina·April 25, 2026
A lively street fair in Pittsburgh during the NFL Draft, highlighting numerous Black-owned businesses and a diverse, celebratory crowd.
Business Spotlights

Pittsburgh Groups Spotlight Black-Owned Businesses During NFL Draft Weekend

After a dispute over event permits, Pittsburgh's 'Draft Bash' — set to feature 43 Black- and minority-owned businesses — received city approval, ensuring a significant economic spotlight during the 20

Marco Alvarez·April 21, 2026
The Studio by PGH Candle storefront in Downtown Pittsburgh, showcasing a lively pop-up shop environment during a period of economic revitalization.
Business Spotlights

Pop-Up Shops Reshape Small Business: The Studio Opens Downtown

This week, The Studio by PGH Candle opened its doors in Downtown Pittsburgh, one of nine new storefronts backed by a local partnership.

Marco Alvarez·April 10, 2026
Split image: remote worker in home office, city skyline with empty commercial buildings. Shows remote work's impact on housing and property values.
Real Estate

How Remote Work Affects Housing Demand and Property Values Across Markets

The rise of remote work is fundamentally rebalancing real estate markets. A reported 5% home value drop in Dallas-Fort Worth and a residential building boom in Pittsburgh reveal how this trend is depressing commercial demand while shifting housing growth to new areas.

Aaron Blake·April 1, 2026