Downtown Pittsburgh Archives

Forward Cities aims to build economic equity in Pittsburgh. 200 people are coming to town to discuss it and you’re invited.

Prior to the welcome reception on Wednesday, there will be a free racial equity training workshop from 1 to 4 p.m.

06 Jun 2019

Down with the old, up with the new. Say buh-bye to the saggy parking garage.

Tomorrow, Downtown loses about 700 parking spaces. Here's why.

30 May 2019

Those larger-than-life faces staring at you from Stanwix Street? They’re tech-enhanced public art.

At first glance, the banners appear to be standard, if massive, portraits. But look closer.

29 May 2019

Conference on the benefits of immigration kicks off this week in Pittsburgh

While many of the events discuss the economic benefits of new migration, there is an equal focus on the broader, intangible benefits to civic culture.

14 May 2019

The Eagle, a “stellar” fried chicken restaurant, is coming to Eighth and Penn development Downtown

“They specialize in fried chicken, but the best fried chicken you’ve ever eaten in your life."

08 Apr 2019

10 healthy Downtown lunch spots

When you want a good-for-you lunch Downtown, these 10 dining spots have you covered.

01 Apr 2019

Better transit options, more businesses and new public art. Here’s what’s planned for Downtown Pittsburgh.

Public art, new marketing campaigns and more were revealed at the meeting on Wednesday afternoon.

20 Mar 2019

Downtown Pittsburgh movie theater moving ahead

The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust is in the earliest stages of converting the old Bally's fitness studio on Sixth Street.

01 Mar 2019

Wigle Whiskey expanding Smallman Street HQ with larger distillery and full bar

In shifting from renting to owning, Wigle secures their spot in the increasingly in-demand Strip District.

28 Jan 2019

Long-vacant Commonwealth Building Downtown will become apartment complex

With approval from the city and financing secured, the Commonwealth's makeover will soon begin.

18 Jan 2019

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