Post-Apocalyptic Pittsburgh in “The Last of Us” PS3 Game

The Last of Us PS3 Game in Pittsburgh (screenshot)

Pittsburgh is in Hollywood movies, reality TV, and online shows, so why not video games? Well, now it is thanks to the guys over at Naughty Dog Software in sunny Santa Monica, Cali. In their Playstation 3 exclusive The Last of Us, Pittsburgh will be the host of a post-apocalyptic battle ground for the few survivors that remain after a modern plague wiped out the rest of the world. This isn’t the first time the Burgh has had some end-of-the-world-action, remember when The Road was filmed in Braddock, PA?

Check out the trailer below which is entirely comprised of in-game footage…
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North Shore Connector Coming March 25, 2012 (video)

North Shore Connector Construction (pics via HerrVebah)

Unfortunately the video (said video has been removed by the original uploader for unknown reasons as of 1/23/12) for new North Shore Connector is more awesome than the thing itself. Not to be a bummer, but let’s put this into perspective. The main function of the two lines is to connect Downtown to some of our favorite places, including Heinz Field, Carnegie Science Center, PNC Park, The Andy Warhol Museum, etc…
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Coming Soon: GetGo in Regent Square (the Good and the Bad)

Coming Soon: GetGo on S. Braddock Ave in Regent Square

In what has been an ongoing story since last September, GetGo has recently broken ground for their new Regent Square location.

Reasons why this is a good idea:

Locals won’t have to drive as far to redeem their Fuel Perks.
The cop cars that usually park in that dark lot at night trying to trap people, won’t be able to do it anymore since the GetGo will be 24/7.

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Pink ‘N Yellow

You know what it is... Black stripe, pink paint.

A Pennsylvania rap artist says that his original, copyrighted song titled Pink ‘N Yellow is the inspiration behind the viral hit Black and Yellow. The rapper is suing Wiz Khalifa and his management team for $2+ million because of it.

We don’t know if it’s true. We don’t know why the guy waited so long to do something about it. Frankly, it’s none of our business. But one thing we’re certain of is if the song Pink ‘N Yellow had a music video, this is what the car would look like.
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Hines Ward Reaches 1,000 Catches in Steelers Regular Season Finale

Hines Ward completed his 1000th reception on January 1, 2012

A beloved member of Steeler Nation reached a very important milestone Sunday afternoon as Hines Ward became just the 8^th player in NFL history to catch 1,000 catches. The pass caught by Hines was a shovel pass that actually ended up as a loss of 3 yards for the play. Once Hines got within the 1 catch it was clear by all who were watching the game that the focus for the offense had turned to getting Hines his 1,000th catch. Ward always said that he was a “team first” player so it was only fitting that the team repaid those years of efforts with helping him reach this prestigious level.
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Pittsburgh Mourns Steve Jobs at Shadyside Apple Store (pics)

The Steve Jobs Shrine with floating Macbook

Pittsburgh paid respects to the late Steve Jobs by laying various items in front of the Shadyside Apple Store in tribute to the Apple co-founder/CEO. Fans showed their appreciation to the God of Apple by offering flowers, thank you notes, money, iPhones/iPods, candles, apples, and a bottle of apple juice.

The shrine was set up beneath a balloon that is carrying a Macbook Air into the heavens. Even though the display has been in the window for a while, you have to wonder if it is a message from Steve to his friends, that all is well and he will always be with them. It’s really nice to think of it that way. Please enjoy the gallery of pics below…
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