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City of bridges

Pittsburgh has hundreds of bridges, more than almost any city in the world.

Robotics

Carnegie Mellon University has made Pittsburgh a leading center for robotics and AI.

Champions

The Pittsburgh Steelers have won six Super Bowls.

On the Wire
8:12 PM ET As Halloween Spending Heads Toward a Record $13.5 Billion, a Pennsylvania Small Business Is Built Around the Idea That Every Season Deserves a Celebration5:16 PM ET Meet the Pack Behind Nana Dee'Z Pet Co. How Thor, Lex, and Harley Became the Faces of a Growing Pet Brand8:19 PM ET Boo Buddy LLC Introduces Glow-in-the-Dark Plush That Lets Children See the Impact of Their Kind Acts4:27 PM ET IntelliAudit AI Expands Audit Quality and Operational Efficiency for Firms Serving Private, Public Listed, Government, and Public-Sector Clients11:13 AM ET Buffalo Coffee and Cups Announces Expanded Menu and New Seasonal Offerings for Fall 202611:04 AM ET Buffalo Coffee and Cups Announces Expanded Menu and New Seasonal Offerings for Fall 202610:57 AM ET Buffalo Coffee and Cups Announces Expanded Menu and New Seasonal Offerings for Fall 202610:35 AM ET Buffalo Coffee and Cups Announces Expanded Menu and New Seasonal Offerings for Fall 202610:22 AM ET Buffalo Coffee and Cups Announces Expanded Menu and New Seasonal Offerings for Fall 202611:00 AM ET Fill Joy Empowers Parents With Practical Solutions for Building Confident, Independent Sleepers at Every Age8:12 PM ET As Halloween Spending Heads Toward a Record $13.5 Billion, a Pennsylvania Small Business Is Built Around the Idea That Every Season Deserves a Celebration5:16 PM ET Meet the Pack Behind Nana Dee'Z Pet Co. How Thor, Lex, and Harley Became the Faces of a Growing Pet Brand8:19 PM ET Boo Buddy LLC Introduces Glow-in-the-Dark Plush That Lets Children See the Impact of Their Kind Acts4:27 PM ET IntelliAudit AI Expands Audit Quality and Operational Efficiency for Firms Serving Private, Public Listed, Government, and Public-Sector Clients11:13 AM ET Buffalo Coffee and Cups Announces Expanded Menu and New Seasonal Offerings for Fall 202611:04 AM ET Buffalo Coffee and Cups Announces Expanded Menu and New Seasonal Offerings for Fall 202610:57 AM ET Buffalo Coffee and Cups Announces Expanded Menu and New Seasonal Offerings for Fall 202610:35 AM ET Buffalo Coffee and Cups Announces Expanded Menu and New Seasonal Offerings for Fall 202610:22 AM ET Buffalo Coffee and Cups Announces Expanded Menu and New Seasonal Offerings for Fall 202611:00 AM ET Fill Joy Empowers Parents With Practical Solutions for Building Confident, Independent Sleepers at Every Age
12:00 PM ETOct 13, 2026

Funeral Homes Nationwide Embrace Patented Flashback Device as a New Standard in Preserving Life Stories Beyond the Service

Funeral service providers across the country are integrating Flashback LLC's patented memorial device into their offerings, giving families a way to hear a loved one's eulogy and life story…

Flashbackmonument.com
11:30 AM ETOct 13, 2026

Designer Jessica of Wildwares Canada Turns Northern Wilderness Into Wearable Art With Signature Sarcastic Flair

Wildwares Canada founder Jessica channels her daily encounters with rugged northern terrain and wildlife into a distinctive product line that pairs rustic beauty with irreverent commentary…

Wildwares Canada
11:00 AM ETOct 13, 2026

GC Tactical Programs Now a Hiring Prerequisite Across Private Security and Personal Support Sectors as Employer Adoption Surges

GC Tactical's training programs have become a standard hiring requirement for organizations employing security guards, CCTV monitors, personal support workers, and nurses. The company's empl…

GC Tactical
5:26 PM ETOct 12, 2026

United in Style Sets Its Sights on Becoming a Recognizable Name in Apparel

An independent apparel brand is working to carve out its own place in the clothing industry, with a focus on individuality, self-expression and ambitious plans for the future.

United in Style
5:04 PM ETOct 12, 2026

Lone Wolf Art Files for Federal Trademark Protection as Wildlife Brand Expands Into Full Lifestyle Product Line

Lone Wolf Art has filed for federal trademark protection while rapidly scaling its product catalog beyond art prints into apparel, accessories, footwear, and drinkware. The brand now offers…

Lone Wolf Art
4:44 PM ETOct 12, 2026

Ocean Rise Coffee Introduces Specialty Coffee Line Rooted in Intention, Ethical Sourcing, and Ocean-Inspired Calm

Ocean Rise Coffee, a specialty coffee brand founded by a registered nurse from Nebraska, is gaining attention for its distinctive ocean-inspired identity and purpose-driven approach to coffe…

Ocean Rise Coffee
4:33 PM ETOct 12, 2026

As Teacher Compensation Debates Intensify, Author Emerson De Oliveira Presents AI-Driven Side Business Models Built for Educators

With ongoing national conversations about educator pay and financial strain, Emerson De Oliveira's book The Teacher's Income Plan offers six structured business models that teachers can buil…

The Teacher's Income Plan: 6 AI-Powered Side Businesses You Can Build in 90 Days Without Losing Your Summer
4:26 PM ETOct 12, 2026

Find Your Coast® Apparel Expands Its Buy 1, Plant 1 Initiative to Support Coastal Ecosystem Restoration Nationwide

Find Your Coast® Apparel is scaling its Buy 1, Plant 1 program, linking every purchase to tree planting efforts that support coastal ecosystems. The initiative reflects the brand's ongoing c…

Find Your Coast® Apparel
4:20 PM ETOct 12, 2026

From Home Studio to Record Label: Mark Allen's Journey as Founder of Hustle Legend Records Highlights Independent Music Ownership

Mark Allen's path from independent artist and producer to founder of Hustle Legend Records illustrates a growing movement toward creative ownership in hip-hop. With full control of his maste…

Hustle Legend Records
4:16 PM ETOct 12, 2026

Waggy World Pet Steps Attract Cross-Generational Customer Base as Blackstar Unlimited LLC Reports Strong Sales Trajectory

Blackstar Unlimited LLC reports that its Waggy World pet steps product has gained traction among a diverse audience of men, women, and teens. The company credits its accessible pricing and p…

Waggyworld.net
2:58 PM ETOct 12, 2026

Lumaris Photo Makes Passport and Visa Photos Easier With Online Ordering and Free U.S. Shipping on Printed Orders

Lumaris Photo offers an online photo preparation service that lets customers take passport, visa, and ID photos from home or anywhere with a suitable background and lighting using a smartpho…

Lumaris Photo
2:43 PM ETOct 12, 2026

Smart Tech House Launches Online Store Bringing Automation Solutions to Families Seeking More Time Together

Smart Tech House has officially launched its online retail store, offering a curated selection of smart home products designed to simplify daily routines for homeowners. The new Shopify-base…

Smart Tech House