You won't believe what's back in Pittsburgh
Here's what's wild, yinz—remember whenever everyone was talking about how the *Pittsburgh City Paper* was shutting down? Like, over New Year's, it was everywhere, all over the news 'n'at. I gotta be honest, even I thought that was it. Another one bites the dust, right? Especially with how things have been with local journalism, it felt like a real gut punch for the Burgh, losing a voice that's been around for so long.
But hold up, because guess what? They're back! Seriously! The *City Paper* is back in print and online, putting out stories again. This isn't just some small comeback, either; they're talking about all the stuff they're usually known for—the arts, the music scene, the local politics, and what's happening in places like Lawrenceville and the South Side. It's like finding a pierogi you thought you lost in the back of the freezer, but it's even better 'cause it's fresh.
### Why This Matters for Us
This isn't just about another newspaper, n'at. The *City Paper* always had its finger on the pulse of what's *really* going on in Pittsburgh, from the quirky art installations at the Mattress Factory to the best new spots to grab a drink on Carson Street.
* It's a voice for the neighborhoods, the small businesses, and the artists who make Pittsburgh such a unique place. * They're the ones who'd always dive deep into local issues, asking the tough questions that sometimes get overlooked. * For a city that's always changing, always transforming, having a publication that keeps an eye on it all, and celebrates the weird and wonderful parts of Pittsburgh life, is just essential.
It shows that even when things look bleak, Pittsburghers don't give up. We find a way to make it work, to keep the things we love alive. That's the Burgh, yinz—steel town heart, no matter what.
My buddy, Mike, and the crew are always talking about stuff like this on the morning show—you can catch 'em live at mornings.live.