Pittsburgh Sports Highlights, Cybersecurity Job Boom, and Cultural Events: Your Local News Update

Good morning, this is Pittsburgh Local Pulse for Saturday, February 1, 2025. We're starting off the month with some exciting news from the world of sports. The Steelers have added quarterback Russell Wilson and guard Isaac Seumalo to the Pro Bowl roster as injury replacements. This is a great recognition for our local team and we're looking forward to seeing them in action. In other sports news, Penn State is making a big push for 2025, following a successful model set by other Big Ten teams. We'll be keeping an eye on their progress and bringing you updates throughout the season. Now, let's talk about the job market. Pittsburgh's cybersecurity scene is heating up, with over 1,500 unfilled positions predicted and a projected 40% job growth. Companies like PNC and UPMC are investing in cybersecurity to offset the average $4 million breach costs. If you're looking for a career in tech, Pittsburgh is a great place to be, with salaries over $120,000 annually for roles like Security Analyst and Network Security Engineer. In local news, the city is celebrating the return of daily flights to Myrtle Beach from Arnold Palmer Regional Airport. This is great news for travelers looking for a quick getaway. We also have some updates from city hall. The Pittsburgh Planning Commission has approved apartments at Hazelwood Green, and the city is reviewing two use-of-force incidents involving police. We'll be keeping an eye on these developments and bringing you updates as more information becomes available. In cultural news, February is shaping up to be a great month for art and music in Pittsburgh. The Sweetwater Center for the Arts is hosting a Folk February series in Sewickley, and the August Wilson African American Cultural Center is celebrating Irish and Celtic culture with a musical event called BRIGID. If you're looking for something to do today, the Schenley Park Skating Rink is hosting a Disco Night for adults only from 8-9:30 PM. And don't forget to check out the Not White Collective's exhibit featuring Indigenous, Chicano, and Raza identifying artists in East Allegheny. In weather news, it's looking like a chilly day today, with temperatures in the mid-30s. But don't let that stop you from getting out and enjoying the city. We're expecting partly cloudy skies and a high of 38 degrees. In business news, a new ice cream shop called Crispy Cones is opening in Hampton, and the Allegheny Township Big Lots is undergoing a partial liquidation. Finally, in crime news, a Mt. Lebanon killer has been sentenced to up to 36 years in prison for a $4,000 murder-for-hire scheme. We'll be keeping an eye on this case and bringing you updates as more information becomes available. This has been Pittsburgh Local Pulse. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates. This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI.