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For decades, many high school graduates strived for a four-year degree before entering the job market. Experts said that mindset is changing.
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For decades, many high school graduates strived for a four-year degree before entering the job market. Experts said that mindset is changing.
High schools in Pennsylvania can now get state grant money to help them transition to later start times.
The Washington Center for Civics, Culture and Statesmanship was created by state lawmakers and funded with taxpayer dollars. But enrollment has become a point of contention.
The Jeannette City School District is joining a growing number of schools limiting cell phone use during the school day.
A system that thousands of schools and universities use was offline due to a cyberattack.
A sweeping list of cuts inside the Albert Gallatin School District could eliminate dozens of jobs.
"CBS Mornings" exclusively revealed Leon Smith, who teaches at Haverford High School in Pennsylvania, as the 2026 National Teacher of the Year.
A federal judge has ordered Penn to hand over records about Jewish employees on campus to a federal agency as part of an investigation into antisemitic discrimination.
More than 7 million student loan borrowers who've been enrolled in a Biden-era repayment plan will receive notices with instructions to seek a new plan to repay their debt.
Ohio State has moved past the abrupt resignation of the university's president by elevating its chief academic officer into the role.
One bus driver with the Butler Area School District is getting a special honor for more than three decades of service.
A new initiative at Saint Vincent College looks to combat the nationwide teacher shortage by fast-tracking students who wish to become educators.
Propel Schools said the matter was investigated as soon as it was brought to the organization's attention.
Shady Side Academy middle school students have a new place to study.
A West Virginia judge has ruled that parents can use religious beliefs to opt out of required school vaccines for their children.
Norfolk Southern railroad worked with the state of Ohio and Youngstown State University to revive plans for a $20 million first responder training center near the site of the worst derailment in a decade in East Palestine, Ohio.
It might not even be Halloween yet, but those classroom holiday parties are coming up fast. Before you start stressing over snacks and crafts, we’ve got you covered.
One school is re-writing the rules on learning, and the students are trading in the backpack for the real-world experience! Heather and David are joined by Reach Cyber Charter School CEO Jane Swan to learn more!
Reducing barriers to mental health care is the goal of a future bill to be proposed in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives.
Kathleen Mahon, a school psychologist at Haine Elementary School in Cranberry, was named Best Buddies Advisor of the Year for the Pittsburgh region.
The Western Pennsylvania School for Blind Children is hosting its annual White Cane Day Parade. It's not just a march, it's a powerful message. Katie O'Malley has more.
Mars Area Primary Center teacher Madison Davis has earned a big fan club between parents and kids alike. Parents say she gives 110% every day, creating themed classrooms and making every student feel like a star.
The back-to-school honeymoon is over, and for a lot of families, that means the behaviors are starting to show. Here are tips for how to cope.
Home ec is making a comeback. We talk to Mayfield Middle School teacher Sarah Dodd Radford about her crochet club.
In this Books & Beyond with Carrie Lane, of the Allegheny County Library Association, we're getting a look at the other cool and unique objects that your library card allows you to check out!
The goal of the new interchange is to eliminate left turns and reduce crashes and injuries.
An additional 1.25" of rain on Sunday has Pittsburgh on pace for a record-setting month.
Bethel Park police are asking for the public's help to find those responsible for throwing kittens from a moving car.
Hayden Panettiere, who starred in "Remember the Titans" as a child actor and rose to fame in the sci-fi series "Heroes," has died at the age of 36.
The Montour Trail is the longest suburban rail trail in America.
Sunday is a KDKA First Alert Weather Day with several rounds of heavy rain throughout the day.
The Monessen School District has delayed the start of the school year while it completes what it calls "necessary building maintenance."
The goal of the new interchange is to eliminate left turns and reduce crashes and injuries.
An additional 1.25" of rain on Sunday has Pittsburgh on pace for a record-setting month.
KDKA-TV Back-to-school 2026
On Tuesday, Pennsylvania took a major step in the fight against the negative impacts of social media, particularly on children.
In a wide-ranging interview with the CBS News partner BBC News, Hunter Biden grew emotional as he discussed his father's condition, describing it as very sad to watch.
The Senate Homeland Security Committee voted to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress over his refusal to answer questions during testimony before the committee last week.
Part of the state budget calls for $20 million to go to main street development in communities.
On Saturday, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman spoke with Mr. Trump and cautioned him against conducting a fresh round of strikes on Iran, CBS News learned.
The store is expected to open sometime next year.
Buffalo Township police are warning about scammers after investigating several cases where residents have fallen victim.
On Tuesday, Pennsylvania took a major step in the fight against the negative impacts of social media, particularly on children.
While the importance of the family support system is timeless, a new study found it creates financial stressors for all involved.
The store will be located at the North Hills Village shopping center along McKnight Road.
Tech Expert & Entrepreneur Cami Nwokedi showed Heather & David a "smart notebook" that's designed to do less so your kids can learn more.
Fitness & Nutrition Expert Lisa Stugart showed Heather & David how to make a Snack Station for all the hungry kids out there who will soon be heading back to school.
Daisy Jade takes a trip to the Pitt Shop to see how the University of Pittsburgh is upping its game when it comes to Back to School swag.
Heather & David got to hold some iconic Pirates history, like an original signed Roberto Clemente and Dave Parker bat. They had to put on their white gloves for this one!
Robby Incmikoski, who's probably been seen a few times on KDKA Sports, did his first-ever PTL live shot at the Washington County Agricultural Fair. He got to see why this fair is the oldest-running agricultural fair in Western PA. He went for the rides, but stayed for the food.
Going to college was once considered a very safe investment, but with tuition soaring, is it still worth the price tag?
The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection and the Sherwin-Williams Manufacturing Company entered into a consent order and agreement.
A community in Butler County said repeated boil water advisories have them uneasy about their water quality.
An investigation into alleged theft at the North Versailles tax collector's office is underway.
Nearly five months into a major road construction project in Beaver County, several small business owners say they are struggling to keep customers coming through the door.
Several waterways across Pennsylvania tested high for E. coli, environmental groups said.
The Pennsylvania measles outbreak isn't slowing down, and one local doctor said Pittsburgh is not immune.
The countdown to the first day of school is on, and now is the time to start making some adjustments.
In a wide-ranging interview with the CBS News partner BBC News, Hunter Biden grew emotional as he discussed his father's condition, describing it as very sad to watch.
Doctors are finding they are faced with questions about health advice from social media, but they caution that you can't always trust what you find.
Bryan Reynolds, Brandon Lowe, and Nick Yorke each had two RBIs to lift the Pittsburgh Pirates over the Boston Red Sox 8-3 after a 2 1/2-hour rain delay.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
One of Tommy John's biggest legacies to MLB was his comeback elbow reconstruction surgery that now bears his name.
Mark Kulbis is also facing misdemeanor counts of involuntary manslaughter and reckless endangerment in the death of Calvin "CJ" Dickey Jr.
Sonny Gray worked seven innings for his career-best 15th win of the season, Wilyer Abreu hit a home run, and the Boston Red Sox beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 4-0 on Saturday night.
Some Bloomfield business owners paint a nuanced picture of how the annual Little Italy Days festival impacts them, saying that while they don't dislike the festival, they do make less money than they normally would.
The store is expected to open sometime next year.
On Tuesday, Pennsylvania took a major step in the fight against the negative impacts of social media, particularly on children.
Part of the state budget calls for $20 million to go to main street development in communities.
Amtrak is adding a second trip from Pittsburgh to New York later this year, officials said during a public board meeting.
Hayden Panettiere, who starred in "Remember the Titans" as a child actor and rose to fame in the sci-fi series "Heroes," has died at the age of 36.
The tour will be coming to Acrisure Stadium on May 8, 2027.
The popular vocal quintet Pentatonix is returning to Pittsburgh this holiday season.
Joe Manganiello says even when he spent 25 years living in Los Angeles, he always considered Pittsburgh home.
Paramount Skydance on Friday said it would delay the deal until as late as June 2027.
KDKA's Bob Pompeani discusses the sports topics of the day.
Watch as Will Graves, Ray Fittipaldo, and Mike DeCourcy join KDKA-TV's Bob Pompeani for another round of sound on this edition of the #1 Cochran Sports Showdown!
Robbi Incmikoski and Brian Batko discuss the sports topics of the day.
As PennDOT continues its major projects on the Parkway East and the Wexford interchange of I-79, another is kicking into high gear.
Get the latest weather forecast from KDKA-TV First Alert Meteorologist Ron Smiley!
Mike Tomlin stepped down as head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers after 19 seasons with the team.
Pitt's regular season has ended with an 8-4 record.
Pitt's five-game winning streak came to an end with a 37-15 loss to Notre Dame.
Mason Heintschel set a new Pitt freshman single-game passing record in the Pitt win at Acrisure Stadium.
The 44th annual KDKA-TV Turkey Fund will help our neighbors in need have a nice meal for Thanksgiving.
