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On a mild April evening, journalists and community members alike swarmed to Black Box Theater. Parking was limited and the event, graciously hosted by Farooq Al-Said in 1Hood Media’s space, was standing room only.

With the impending dissolution of one of our city’s oldest institutions, the Post-Gazette, Pittsburghers are asking, “Where do we go now?” Allow me to briefly set the scene. The Pittsburgh Gazette was founded in 1786.

In my attempts to immerse myself in my favorite music, I often found myself gradually increasing the volume in my headphones until it was just one notch below the maximum.

Amidst the discrimination faced by LGBTQ+ individuals throughout history, Pittsburgh’s queer community has continuously built spaces for resilience, joy, creative expression, and connectivity despite fear and…

Seamus Quigley’s eyes drift aimlessly as he searches for the right words. Slightly obscured by his hair, which is in turn obscured by a pink beanie, they drift among his bandmates, to the ceiling of the Funhouse at Mr.

Following the collapse of other local publications, The Post-Gazette’s shutdown isn’t just a random casualty in the so-called decline of print.

One of Pittsburgh’s most prominent features is its remarkably rich history. Included under this umbrella is a long-standing and vibrant music scene.