Ryan Deto
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Bay Area native, proud PGH transplant. Pittsburgh reporter for Axios. Past: TribLive and Pittsburgh City Paper. Tips: ryan.deto@axios.com
🥯 I tried Phat Bagel's new storefront today in Bloomfield. The bagel sandwiches are massive and delicious and the staff worked very efficiently even with constant customers. Worth a try. www.axios.com/local/pittsb...
This new bagel spot is not holding back
Phat Bagel serves up loaded sandwiches, bold flavors and big portions.
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December 18, 2025 at 8:37 PM
🥯 I tried Phat Bagel's new storefront today in Bloomfield. The bagel sandwiches are massive and delicious and the staff worked very efficiently even with constant customers. Worth a try. www.axios.com/local/pittsb...
Data centers are attracting more pushback from locals, electric grid monitors & politicians, but it doesn't appear to be slowing them down much in Pennsylvania. We have over two dozen data centers proposed, including the 3rd largest proposal in the nation www.axios.com/local/pittsb...
Data center plans surge across Pennsylvania despite pushback
Developers keep building data centers in Pa. despite noise, energy and pollution concerns.
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December 18, 2025 at 2:33 PM
Data centers are attracting more pushback from locals, electric grid monitors & politicians, but it doesn't appear to be slowing them down much in Pennsylvania. We have over two dozen data centers proposed, including the 3rd largest proposal in the nation www.axios.com/local/pittsb...
I spoke with NBC Nightly News anchor Tom Llamas before his live broadcast from Pittsburgh yesterday. Turns out he gets enchanted by the city's grand entrance too. He's just like us! www.axios.com/local/pittsb...
NBC's Tom Llamas on snow, sandwiches and swing states
Llamas talks trust in news, local bars and Pennsylvania's national role.
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December 17, 2025 at 3:14 PM
I spoke with NBC Nightly News anchor Tom Llamas before his live broadcast from Pittsburgh yesterday. Turns out he gets enchanted by the city's grand entrance too. He's just like us! www.axios.com/local/pittsb...
I rediscovered a Western PA classic recently: chipped chopped ham. Head over the West View for my new favorite breakfast sandwich and a classic diner experience. www.axios.com/local/pittsb...
The joy of chipped chopped ham in West View
This Pittsburgh classic tastes like home — no barbecue sauce needed.
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December 16, 2025 at 3:12 PM
I rediscovered a Western PA classic recently: chipped chopped ham. Head over the West View for my new favorite breakfast sandwich and a classic diner experience. www.axios.com/local/pittsb...
NEW: “NBC Nightly News” with Tom Llamas is coming to Pittsburgh and will broadcast live Tuesday evening. NBC wouldn't disclose the filming location due to security reasons, but told Axios it will be from "a location locals will recognize." www.axios.com/local/pittsb...
"NBC Nightly News" hits the road with live Pittsburgh broadcast
The program will spotlight Pittsburgh as part of its new national tour.
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December 15, 2025 at 1:52 PM
NEW: “NBC Nightly News” with Tom Llamas is coming to Pittsburgh and will broadcast live Tuesday evening. NBC wouldn't disclose the filming location due to security reasons, but told Axios it will be from "a location locals will recognize." www.axios.com/local/pittsb...
BREAKING: Pittsburgh lands new flights to Dublin, Ireland direct from PIT. They start this summer. 🇮🇪🍀 www.axios.com/local/pittsb...
Aer Lingus adds nonstop flights from Pittsburgh to Dublin
The new route follows a $1.7 billion terminal upgrade at PIT and growing business ties with Ireland.
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December 11, 2025 at 2:50 PM
BREAKING: Pittsburgh lands new flights to Dublin, Ireland direct from PIT. They start this summer. 🇮🇪🍀 www.axios.com/local/pittsb...
🗞️ Inside the Post-Gazette. We got some details about what work as been like for journalists at PG after striking workers returned from their 3 years on the picket line. Still lots of uncertainty with how the paper will adapt. Read ⬇️ www.axios.com/local/pittsb...
Post-Gazette strike ends as newsroom turns to rebuilding
Legal fights linger — and now staffers face the challenge of repairing a fractured newsroom.
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December 10, 2025 at 5:21 PM
🗞️ Inside the Post-Gazette. We got some details about what work as been like for journalists at PG after striking workers returned from their 3 years on the picket line. Still lots of uncertainty with how the paper will adapt. Read ⬇️ www.axios.com/local/pittsb...
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🍕I tried Pizza Shack in Pittsburgh's South Hills. It's a cult-classic of a pie with a sweet sauce. Loved by locals, probably misunderstood by newbies, limited hours. All the signs of another weird PA pizza joint www.axios.com/local/pittsb...
A cult classic pizza in Brentwood
Pizza Shack serves sweet-sauce pies with airy crust and extra cheese.
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December 9, 2025 at 7:25 PM
🍕I tried Pizza Shack in Pittsburgh's South Hills. It's a cult-classic of a pie with a sweet sauce. Loved by locals, probably misunderstood by newbies, limited hours. All the signs of another weird PA pizza joint www.axios.com/local/pittsb...
🍕I tried Pizza Shack in Pittsburgh's South Hills. It's a cult-classic of a pie with a sweet sauce. Loved by locals, probably misunderstood by newbies, limited hours. All the signs of another weird PA pizza joint www.axios.com/local/pittsb...
A cult classic pizza in Brentwood
Pizza Shack serves sweet-sauce pies with airy crust and extra cheese.
www.axios.com
December 9, 2025 at 7:25 PM
🍕I tried Pizza Shack in Pittsburgh's South Hills. It's a cult-classic of a pie with a sweet sauce. Loved by locals, probably misunderstood by newbies, limited hours. All the signs of another weird PA pizza joint www.axios.com/local/pittsb...
Strip District could get long-awaited grocery store as part of a 464-unit mixed use development on Railroad Street www.axios.com/local/pittsb...
Strip District could get long-awaited grocery store
A 37,000-square-foot grocery and 464 housing units are part of a new proposed development.
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December 8, 2025 at 6:31 PM
Strip District could get long-awaited grocery store as part of a 464-unit mixed use development on Railroad Street www.axios.com/local/pittsb...
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☕️ Pre Amp Coffee Studio opened recently in Squirrel Hill and it's the coolest coffee shop in I have been to in a while. Really feels like a bar that serves coffee: a lively scene with vinyl records spinning and people enjoying the vibe. Check it aht! www.axios.com/local/pittsb...
This Squirrel Hill coffee shop feels more like a party
Pre Amp Coffee Studio blends espresso with vinyl and vibrant energy.
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December 4, 2025 at 1:43 PM
☕️ Pre Amp Coffee Studio opened recently in Squirrel Hill and it's the coolest coffee shop in I have been to in a while. Really feels like a bar that serves coffee: a lively scene with vinyl records spinning and people enjoying the vibe. Check it aht! www.axios.com/local/pittsb...
☕️ Pre Amp Coffee Studio opened recently in Squirrel Hill and it's the coolest coffee shop in I have been to in a while. Really feels like a bar that serves coffee: a lively scene with vinyl records spinning and people enjoying the vibe. Check it aht! www.axios.com/local/pittsb...
This Squirrel Hill coffee shop feels more like a party
Pre Amp Coffee Studio blends espresso with vinyl and vibrant energy.
www.axios.com
December 4, 2025 at 1:43 PM
☕️ Pre Amp Coffee Studio opened recently in Squirrel Hill and it's the coolest coffee shop in I have been to in a while. Really feels like a bar that serves coffee: a lively scene with vinyl records spinning and people enjoying the vibe. Check it aht! www.axios.com/local/pittsb...
NEWS: Waymo will start robotaxi testing this week, first with a manual driver in Downtown and then move to autonomous driving testing with a trained specialist behind the wheel "in the coming months." www.axios.com/local/pittsb...
Waymo is testing self-driving cars in Pittsburgh
Waymo will begin manual testing Downtown before moving to autonomous trials.
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December 3, 2025 at 5:51 PM
NEWS: Waymo will start robotaxi testing this week, first with a manual driver in Downtown and then move to autonomous driving testing with a trained specialist behind the wheel "in the coming months." www.axios.com/local/pittsb...
The first snow of the year is always the prettiest, imo. Have any good Pittsburgh snow pics to share? reply here www.axios.com/local/pittsb...
Pittsburgh looks great in the season's first snow
The region saw between about 2-5 inches of observed snowfall.
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December 2, 2025 at 9:08 PM
The first snow of the year is always the prettiest, imo. Have any good Pittsburgh snow pics to share? reply here www.axios.com/local/pittsb...
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🎡 Pittsburgh's $740 million Esplanade project broke ground today. The 15-acre development includes housing, restaurants, entertainment, and public spaces. And yes, it still includes the 180-foot-tall Ferris wheel. It's really happening. www.axios.com/local/pittsb...
Ferris wheel, entertainment district and apartments coming to Pittsburgh's North Shore
The $740M Esplanade project will reconnect neighborhoods and add housing, trails and a marina.
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December 1, 2025 at 9:22 PM
🎡 Pittsburgh's $740 million Esplanade project broke ground today. The 15-acre development includes housing, restaurants, entertainment, and public spaces. And yes, it still includes the 180-foot-tall Ferris wheel. It's really happening. www.axios.com/local/pittsb...
🎡 Pittsburgh's $740 million Esplanade project broke ground today. The 15-acre development includes housing, restaurants, entertainment, and public spaces. And yes, it still includes the 180-foot-tall Ferris wheel. It's really happening. www.axios.com/local/pittsb...
Ferris wheel, entertainment district and apartments coming to Pittsburgh's North Shore
The $740M Esplanade project will reconnect neighborhoods and add housing, trails and a marina.
www.axios.com
December 1, 2025 at 9:22 PM
🎡 Pittsburgh's $740 million Esplanade project broke ground today. The 15-acre development includes housing, restaurants, entertainment, and public spaces. And yes, it still includes the 180-foot-tall Ferris wheel. It's really happening. www.axios.com/local/pittsb...
International enrollment dips at Pitt, CMU. Pennsylvania hosted 50,000+ international students last year, who spent an estimated $2 billion. State and local leaders are concerned with the drop off www.axios.com/local/pittsb...
Pittsburgh's top schools report dip in international students
Fewer international students could mean big losses for Pa.'s economy.
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November 25, 2025 at 5:40 PM
International enrollment dips at Pitt, CMU. Pennsylvania hosted 50,000+ international students last year, who spent an estimated $2 billion. State and local leaders are concerned with the drop off www.axios.com/local/pittsb...
⚽️ Pittsburgh Riverhounds win first title! The city’s first pro soccer championship! www.axios.com/local/pittsb...
Pittsburgh Riverhounds win first USL title in dramatic fashion
Beto Ydrach sealed the win on PKs after a scoreless draw in Tulsa.
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November 22, 2025 at 10:51 PM
⚽️ Pittsburgh Riverhounds win first title! The city’s first pro soccer championship! www.axios.com/local/pittsb...
BREAKING: Bomb threats have been made against Rep. Chris Deluzio local offices. Comes has death threats against Dem veteran lawmakers have spiked following threats made by President Trump against them. www.axios.com/local/pittsb...
Bomb threat targets Rep. Deluzio's office
The threat came after Trump suggested veterans like Deluzio deserved punishment for remarks about illegal military orders.
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November 21, 2025 at 9:54 PM
BREAKING: Bomb threats have been made against Rep. Chris Deluzio local offices. Comes has death threats against Dem veteran lawmakers have spiked following threats made by President Trump against them. www.axios.com/local/pittsb...
NEW: Rep. Chris Deluzio and a group of Democratic veterans said they won't be intimidated by Trump's threat over their military video. www.axios.com/local/pittsb...
Deluzio: We won't be intimidated by Trump
Trump suggested the group should face death for opposing illegal military orders.
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November 20, 2025 at 7:01 PM
NEW: Rep. Chris Deluzio and a group of Democratic veterans said they won't be intimidated by Trump's threat over their military video. www.axios.com/local/pittsb...
⚽️ The Pittsburgh Riverhounds are playing for their first USL Championship title on Saturday. Here is what to know and how to watch. www.axios.com/local/pittsb...
Riverhounds to play for first USL Championship title
Pittsburgh's pro soccer team is heading to the USL final after a historic playoff run.
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November 20, 2025 at 5:44 PM
⚽️ The Pittsburgh Riverhounds are playing for their first USL Championship title on Saturday. Here is what to know and how to watch. www.axios.com/local/pittsb...
ICYMI: A national progressive group is preparing to back a primary challenger to Sen. Fetterman www.axios.com/local/pittsb...
Progressive group targets Fetterman for 2028 primary
The Working Families Party is recruiting and fundraising for a Senate challenger.
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November 19, 2025 at 2:02 PM
ICYMI: A national progressive group is preparing to back a primary challenger to Sen. Fetterman www.axios.com/local/pittsb...
Pittsburgh's bishop rebukes "cruel" immigration policies made under the Trump admin. He joins a group of bishops across the country and the Pope in speaking out. www.axios.com/local/pittsb...
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November 18, 2025 at 9:11 PM
Pittsburgh's bishop rebukes "cruel" immigration policies made under the Trump admin. He joins a group of bishops across the country and the Pope in speaking out. www.axios.com/local/pittsb...
The new Pittsburgh International Airport opens in just a few hours (tomorrow). Here is what you need to know: from parking changes, security lines, and a new free waiting lot for yinzers who love to pickup friends and family. www.axios.com/local/pittsb...
New Pittsburgh airport terminal promises faster lines, easier access
Travelers can now use the $1.7B PIT terminal with better security, parking and concessions.
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November 18, 2025 at 1:03 AM
The new Pittsburgh International Airport opens in just a few hours (tomorrow). Here is what you need to know: from parking changes, security lines, and a new free waiting lot for yinzers who love to pickup friends and family. www.axios.com/local/pittsb...
Dems won big races in PA by taking advantage of their new highly educated coalition that turnouts in off years, BUT ALSO clawed back some of their former blue dog voter base, which had been shifting right under Trump even in years he was off the ballot. Our story www.axios.com/local/pittsb...
Democrats win surprise races in rural Pa.
Liberal wins in GOP strongholds signal shifting rural momentum.
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November 7, 2025 at 1:25 PM
Dems won big races in PA by taking advantage of their new highly educated coalition that turnouts in off years, BUT ALSO clawed back some of their former blue dog voter base, which had been shifting right under Trump even in years he was off the ballot. Our story www.axios.com/local/pittsb...