Good morning, Erie.

Fireworks will light up Erie's skies this summer — with SeaWolves postgame displays at UPMC Park and a Fourth of July show over Lake Erie from the Bicentennial Tower at Dobbins Landing on July 3 at 10 p.m.; local townships also have scheduled events.

Penn State Behrend announced a $5 million investment to build an AI program that will equip students and local businesses to use digital tools for future jobs.

The project uses a three-part plan (AI literacy, hands-on projects, and industry partnerships) aiming to create a regional model for higher education.

Millcreek Township School District students graduated on June 5 at UPMC Hamot from Project Search (a program that helps students with disabilities gain job skills).

An Erie returnee is urging improvements in public transit after her daughter's short drive turned into a 2.5-hour bus trip.

Her experience highlights delays that many commuters face and may prompt officials to seek better service.

Marshall Tucker Band Concert

6:30-9:30 p.m. — Rebich Investments Amphitheater & Liberty Park — Ticket info available — Experience the legendary sounds of the Marshall Tucker Band live in concert.