Rachel Wilkinson

Students attending the BridgeUSA-sponsored debate party say the two-party system is outdated even as candidates from major parties court their essential votes.

Perhaps the country's only "they bar," Harold's has leveraged its "ultra-haunted" surroundings to create a safe and welcoming environment for all kinds of patrons.

The Weary Traveler — located directly above the Weeping Glass — is considered a “beautiful extension” of the shop, and there was no skimping on spooky maximalist decor.

Inside the Allegheny Observatory, in a quiet, carpeted room off of one of the building’s rotundas, sits a telescope from the 1860s. Though the Observatory...

For Shawn Kelly, that orange Smiley Cookie orb kicked off a nearly 20-year stint leading paranormal investigations. Kelly founded the Pittsburgh Paranormal Society, one of the first groups of its kind in the region.

This week's Pittsburgh food news includes updates on Kavsar, The Open Road, Hilltop Coffee, Cilantro & Ajo, De Fer Coffee & Tea, Uncorked, Pita My Shawarma, and Rogue BBQ, as well as free donuts, coffee, and more for voting and a new dinner series.

Deck out your table with Italian treats, vegan "meats," festive empanadas, and more from these local bakeries, restaurants, and other vendors.

This week's Pittsburgh food news includes updates on Tina’s, Latino Spot Bar & Buffet, Kimpton Hotel Monaco Pittsburgh, Heinz History Center, Hazel Grove Brewing, and Carnegie Library in Squirrel Hill, as well as a festive beer tasting and the return of the KDKA Turkey Fund.

The "haunted they bar" announced that, in January, couples could be married by Harold's staff, who became ordained ministers through the Church of the Flying Spaghetti Monster.

This week's Pittsburgh food news includes updates on Aslin Beer, Thyme Machine Pittsburgh, Jak’s Bakery, Commonplace Coffee, Millvale Free Fridge and Pantry, Holiday Meals Pittsburgh, Taqueria Acosta, Goodlander, and Stuntpig, as well as a TransGiving event and free beer for coats.