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2026 Pittsburgh Marathon weekend is officially here. Here's when the events are happening
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sports17h ago

2026 Pittsburgh Marathon weekend is officially here. Here's when the events are happening

  • The 2026 Pittsburgh Marathon weekend kicked off with an official ribbon-cutting ceremony signaling the start of race weekend.
  • Eleven events are planned across Saturday and Sunday, drawing runners and spectators to multiple venues.
  • Officials expect more than 50,000 participants and supporters to participate or cheer along the course.
  • City leaders praised the event for uniting neighborhoods and supporting local communities.
  • DICK’S Sporting Goods will extend its title sponsorship for two more years ahead of the event.
  • Participants and spectators will have access to a Finish Line Festival, Pittsburgh 5K Run, and various family-friendly activities.
  • Event organizers identified returning and new participants as a core part of Pittsburgh’s community identity.
  • Race gear and medals were unveiled to highlight the weekend’s celebrations and sponsorships.
  • Officials encouraged attendees to enjoy Pittsburgh’s neighborhoods during the marathon events.
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Controller: Pittsburgh’s real estate levies stable, but future grim without reassessment
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business11h ago

Controller: Pittsburgh’s real estate levies stable, but future grim without reassessment

  • City real estate tax revenue in 2025 was about $148 million, $3 million below 2024 but $4 million over budget.
  • A millage rate change helped boost real estate revenue this year, according to City Controller Rachael Heisler.
  • Officials expect real estate tax stabilization to wait for a countywide reassessment and potential court actions.
  • The Pittsburgh Public Schools’ lawsuit over reassessment adds uncertainty for property values and revenue.
  • Earned income tax and deed transfer tax revenues rose in 2025, supporting overall fiscal health.
  • ARPA funding declines contributed to the city’s spending challenges in recent years.
  • City expenditures rose less than 2%, influenced by payroll costs and morale in public safety.
  • The city spent over $1 million monthly on maintaining its fleet in 2025.
  • Nuggets from 2025 financials highlight gains in local tax streams and shifts in property tax burden.
  • Analysts warn against relying on ARPA-era funding to mask long-term spending issues.
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