Charlotte Shields-Rossi | a&e editor With more than 700,000 tourists visiting Pittsburgh for the 2026 NFL Draft, hotels close to Acrisure Stadium — the draft’s home base — are mostly at full capacity. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Pittsburgh Downtown, located two miles from the stadium, was almost completely sold out as of April 2. Josh Caton, director of sales at the hotel, said … Continue reading Where will the influx of tourists be staying?
Nataley Davis | staff writer Duquesne students received an email on Feb. 26 stating that classes will remain in-person during the week of the 2026 NFL Draft in Pittsburgh. The multi-day event at Acrisure Stadium in the North Shore will take place from April 23-25, and event organizers estimate that the city could host more than 500,000 visitors over those days. The email said the … Continue reading University to hold in-person classes during NFL Draft
Jack Morgan | staff writer After a rough start to the 2025 season, Duquesne bounced back in roaring fashion, routing the Division II Lincoln University Lions at Rooney Field on Saturday afternoon by a final score of 55-14. Quarterback Tyler Riddell was the deciding factor in the win, despite only playing one half. He matched his record for passing touchdowns in a game with five … Continue reading Dukes win 18th straight home opener, 55-14depth
Rebecca Jozwiak | staff writer | With the 2024 election cycle drawing to a close, Pittsburgh residents made their way to Acrisure Stadium for Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz’s Early Voting Rally on Tuesday. As the crowd settled into their spots, prominent figures such as Allegheny County Executive Sara Innamorato and Pennsylvania Deputy of Voter Protection for Election Administration Mary Gibson spoke. “Our rights, our bodies, … Continue reading ‘Freedom is on the ballot’: Tim Walz rally stops at Acrisure Stadium
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