Pennsylvania's Chautauqua is a summertime haven for lifelong learners
The central Pennsylvania town of Mount Gretna is a throwback to the period more than a century ago when the summertime get-togethers known as Chautauquas were practically a craze.
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The central Pennsylvania town of Mount Gretna is a throwback to the period more than a century ago when the summertime get-togethers known as Chautauquas were practically a craze.
On this Teach Me Tuesday, we're catching up with Ryan Warner, an innovative math teacher at Keystone Oaks Middle School.
A Delaware County nonprofit is helping educators stock up on teaching supplies in the midst of economic uncertainty across the country.
Yu-Ling Behr, Kidsburgh ambassador, joins Heather and David for a list of family-friendly fun in Pittsburgh's neighborhoods!
When a child is homeless, they're left behind both figuratively and literally, but the Homeless Children's Education Fund helps get them where they need to be.
Most agree that consolidation is an idea worth looking into, but others think costs can be cut elsewhere.
If you have a child heading into kindergarten, then you know social skills matter. Educator Caitlin Lucas was here to get your little one ready for the classroom.
A ranking of Pennsylvania's best high schools includes several in the Pittsburgh area.
Our summer STEAMfest turned up the volume with a brilliant duo that showed us a steam-power experiment.
After only three years, Midland Innovation and Technology Charter School is closing its doors.
More and more sleep experts say the early start to the school day is hurting teenagers' grades, bodies and mental health.
Last year, nearly 9,000 teachers left the profession in Pennsylvania.
Western Pennsylvania is facing a growing teacher shortage, as thousands have left the profession, while fewer enter it. KDKA investigative producer Tory Wegerski joined us with more information on this story.
Now that the pencils are purchased and the bags are packed, a local bookstore is helping kids gear up in a different way, through stories that build confidence.
West Virginia is banning seven artificial dyes from school meals before the start of class.
State-supported universities, libraries, early-childhood education programs and county health departments also will see delays in payments.
Students at CCBC aren't just hitting the books; they're getting their hands dirty and unlocking futures they never imagined. We took you to a one-of-a-kind STEAMFest at CCBC. The Community College of Beaver County sponsored this segment.
Three state senators announced they will be introducing legislation to make all schools in Pennsylvania phone-free.
Cursive writing could be making a comeback in schools. So, we're testing out our own skills!
"Shark Week" is an annual summertime tradition. So, we called on the experts at Mad Science Pittsburgh to teach us more about these fascinating fish! It's a lesson we really sank our teeth into!
A West Virginia judge has allowed children from three families to attend school without required vaccinations.
A lawyer for the maker of the video game Call of Duty is arguing that a judge should dismiss a lawsuit brought by families of the victims of the Uvalde, Texas, school shooting.
Americans are starting back-to-school shopping earlier this year out of concern over tariffs, according to a new study.
Summer break is in full swing, but that doesn't mean learning has to take a vacation. We welcomed back teacher Caitlin Lucas to share creative ways to battle the dreaded summer slide.
A federal judge is blocking Georgia's law requiring age verification for social media accounts.
Butler County Emergency Services has a new emergency alert system.
Four Massachusetts residents are accused of using stolen identities in a SNAP and unemployment benefits fraud scheme worth over $1 million.
Investigators are combing through the house of "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy, in search of clues to the 84-year-old's disappearance.
Pennsylvania Gov. Shapiro delivered his fourth budget address at the State Capitol in Harrisburg, three months after last year's budget was passed by state lawmakers.
If you are traveling south today into West Virginia, a narrow band of snow is expected to impact the area this afternoon into the evening.
Butler County Emergency Services has a new emergency alert system.
Four Massachusetts residents are accused of using stolen identities in a SNAP and unemployment benefits fraud scheme worth over $1 million.
Investigators are combing through the house of "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy, in search of clues to the 84-year-old's disappearance.
Pennsylvania Gov. Shapiro delivered his fourth budget address at the State Capitol in Harrisburg, three months after last year's budget was passed by state lawmakers.
If you are traveling south today into West Virginia, a narrow band of snow is expected to impact the area this afternoon into the evening.
Pennsylvania Gov. Shapiro delivered his fourth budget address at the State Capitol in Harrisburg, three months after last year's budget was passed by state lawmakers.
A federal judge on Monday blocked the Trump administration from revoking Temporary Protected Status for Haitians, granting a last-minute reprieve to 350,000 immigrants who were set to lose protections on Tuesday.
Five-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos and his father were released from ICE custody on Sunday, a day after a federal court ordered their release.
The U.S. House Judiciary Committee's inquiry said the panel has questions about why the Department of Justice released only half of the estimated pages of the Jeffrey Epstein files.
The federal agents who were involved in Saturday's deadly shooting of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis have been placed on administrative leave, a federal law enforcement official confirmed to CBS News.
It's the end of an era for a grocery store in Carrick.
A Pennsylvania couple says Kia wrongly denied a warranty claim after their car's engine failed at 80,000 miles.
Scams targeting utility customers are on the rise in Pennsylvania, the attorney general says.
A handful of Pittsburgh-area Value City Furniture stores are going out of business after their parent company filed for bankruptcy.
It has been five years since the home improvement retailer Menards bought a large parcel of land off Route 30 in Westmoreland County.
Garden expert Doug Oster shows us how to turn your windowsill into a greenhouse!
Daisy visits Market District and Chef Crystal Baldwin to learn how to cook up some sticky and spicy “chamoy” chicken wings.
Fashion influencer Chloe Xandria and her mom, Brenda Johnson, are showing how to dress for any age.
Antiques appraiser Dr. Lori is examining more of your family treasures and heirlooms.
Makeup artist Antonette Medved is walking us through the steps to create the lip look that will have people talking.
Residents of Millvale are trying to get back to normal after last weekend's major snowstorm.
Tracing the past of Shane Hennen and how his troubled life in Pittsburgh pointed to his future downfall.
People in Avella, Washington County, say they have no phone coverage.
Residents and leaders in Charleroi are concerned about the integrity of roads after a trench collapse last year and ongoing construction.
Patrick Vereb is accused of taking money from pet owners who believed their animals would receive dignified cremations.
The Liberty-Clairton area is under a code orange air quality action day, according to the Pa. Dept. of Environmental Protection.
The cold weather and lingering snow affect more than just the roads and our cars, it affects our brains.
After the historic snowfall, dangerously low temperatures crept into the Pittsburgh region, bringing a hidden danger that can turn painful in seconds.
The yearly tradition marks the start of months of training for Pittsburgh Marathon participants.
Firefighters have a 62% higher risk of cancer, and this week, the New Castle Central Fire Station hosted pre-screenings.
Spell had previously committed to Penn State and is the No. 1 running back recruit in the country.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Claude Giroux scored with just over five minutes remaining in the third period and the Ottawa Senators beat the Pittsburgh Penguins 3-2 on Monday night.
The 2026 Winter Olympics in Cortina, Italy, begin Friday, Feb. 6.
Pittsburgh is the best city in the country for football fans, according to a new ranking from WalletHub.
More than 140 employees at Nemacolin were informed they were being let go.
It's been about six years since the pandemic, and a lot of people working from home, but now companies are slowly calling them back to the office.
Pittsburgh Mayor Corey O'Connor on Tuesday announced a new initiative aimed at revitalizing neighborhood business districts across the city.
A handful of Pittsburgh-area Value City Furniture stores are going out of business after their parent company filed for bankruptcy.
It has been five years since the home improvement retailer Menards bought a large parcel of land off Route 30 in Westmoreland County.
"Stick Season" singer Noah Kahan is coming to Pittsburgh this summer.
Music's biggest night returned Sunday with the 68th annual Grammy Awards. Here is how to watch and stream and what to know.
Catherine O'Hara was best known for her comic performances in projects including "Home Alone," "Beetlejuice," and "Schitt's Creek."
Old-school gamers and ex-pinball players have a new place to play some classic arcade games.
The country music superstar will headline an invite-only concert at the Rivers Casino the night before the NFL Draft in Pittsburgh.
Stay on top of local weather with First Alert Meteorologist Mary Ours' forecast!
Cell phones go off all day, but now Butler County Emergency Services has a new emergency alert system. And it comes with a “no-nuisance” promise. KDKA-TV's Megan Shinn reports.
The barn at the historic Ross Farm in Washington County has been destroyed, and an unknown number of sheep are believed to be dead after a fire broke out late Monday night. KDKA-TV's Chilekasi Adele has the latest details.
Garden expert Doug Oster shows us how to turn your windowsill into a greenhouse!
Daisy visits Market District and Chef Crystal Baldwin to learn how to cook up some sticky and spicy “chamoy” chicken wings.
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.
