Battling the summer learning slide while bringing in the fun
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.
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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.
Summer might scream pool parties and sleeping in, but it's also the perfect time for students to get one leg up on their future. Whether your kid is prepping for the college life or crushing a standardized test like the SAT, Barron Whited has some summer tips to keep them cool, confident and one step ahead.
A West Virginia woman has filed a lawsuit seeking a religious exemption from required school vaccinations for her young child.
A Pittsburgh-made coding program just hit 500,000 students and it all started in local schools. We learned more about how Carnegie Mellon University's computer science academy is preparing kids for the future.
There are so many fun ways to keep your kids engaged and learning at the same time this summer. Caitlin Lucas, a teacher and literary specialist, joined us to help us learn how.
You've probably grabbed a candy bar from a vending machine, but what about a book? It may seem like a novel idea, but this new machine is opening doors to learning, literacy and opportunity. This segment was sponsored by the Allegheny County Library Association.
A federal judge in Massachusetts had blocked the Trump administration from laying off more than 1,300 employees at the Department of Education.
In today's Teach Me Tuesday, we spoke to Emily Parker, a teacher at Belle Vernon Area High School, about the impact she's made and about the teaching profession as a whole.
Worried about a summer reading slump? Don't sweat it. Bookstores and libraries have fun rewards to keep kids turning pages all summer long. We had the inside scoop on how to keep those pages turning.
Some local teens are taking their Wall Street level skills down south. Three siblings won Junior Achievement's Stock Market challenge and they'll be heading to Atlanta for a national competition called Future Bound.
Barron Whited, from Agora Cyber Charter School, was here to explain that your child may need some extra class time during the summer, and that's not a bad thing.
We love our teachers and we're showing them our appreciation with some last-minute, easy-to-make gifts.
The kids at Ave Marie Academy's Bethel Park campus have a bright future ahead, thanks to their teacher, Katie Billick and teacher's aide, Erin Tomley. They were featured on today's Teach Me Tuesday.
Congrats to the students from Keystone Oaks School District for their big wins at the Odyssey of the Mind competition!
Mary Denison took her non-profit Reading Ready Pittsburgh to the next level with a free bookstore that helps kids and parents alike.
Two groups have filed a lawsuit over an executive order by West Virginia's governor granting religious exemptions from required school vaccinations.
A Pittsburgh-based music ed-tech company is helping to turn songs written by students into performances on stage.
Some local students are getting ready to travel to Michigan for a one-of-a-kind competition that's all about problem solving. It's called Odyssey of the Mind and we got to see some of the inventions the students created.
12 campuses had been previously been considered for closure, but five of those are no longer on the chopping block.
After years at the Thomas Dance School and Lincoln Park Performing Arts Center, Ashlinn Berger is on her way to Juilliard, a world-class performing arts school. Heather sat down with her before she packed her bags for the Big Apple.
Graduation season is in full swing and the biggest trend isn't just walking across the stage, it's the design on your graduation cap.
All week long, Team PTL is honoring their favorite teachers. This is Daisy Jade's pick!
Ashlie Crosson, the 2025 National Teacher of the Year, has been in the classroom for 14 years and told "CBS Mornings" authenticity is a big factor in her teaching.
During Financial Literacy Month, we want to highlight the work that Junior Achievement of Western Pennsylvania is doing to help kids spend and save wisely.
A Pennsylvania man was arrested after the National Park Service said he vandalized monuments in Gettysburg, causing thousands of dollars in damage.
The Oakland County Sheriff's Office says law enforcement is responding to an "active shooter situation" at Temple Israel in West Bloomfield, Michigan.
The district attorney's office charged Rajon Wilson in a shooting that left another man dead.
A shooter was killed after opening fire in a building on the campus of Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia, the university said.
Two cars caught fire in a crash on Route 8 in Allison Park
A Pennsylvania man was arrested after the National Park Service said he vandalized monuments in Gettysburg, causing thousands of dollars in damage.
The Oakland County Sheriff's Office says law enforcement is responding to an "active shooter situation" at Temple Israel in West Bloomfield, Michigan.
The district attorney's office charged Rajon Wilson in a shooting that left another man dead.
The annual KDKA Fish Fry Guide is back for Lent! Check our listings for a 2026 fish fry near you in Pittsburgh.
A shooter was killed after opening fire in a building on the campus of Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia, the university said.
"The president is constantly critical on mail-in voting, and that's ridiculous," Democratic Sen. John Fetterman said Wednesday.
"I think, overall, what's accomplished is remarkable," Sen. John Fetterman told CBS News chief White House correspondent Major Garrett in an interview Wednesday.
About 30 U.S. service members remained hospitalized Tuesday after an Iranian drone strike in Kuwait.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Tuesday that it would be the "most intense day" of strikes against Iran so far.
President Trump told CBS News the U.S. war with Iran is "very complete," and said the U.S. "could do a lot" about the Strait of Hormuz.
The gas price spikes are real and apparent. Here's how Pittsburgh drivers can save money.
The Pennsylvania Treasury will hold a public auction for unclaimed goods on Wednesday, March 25.
Pittsburgh gas prices have spiked in the last week, but how high exactly will they rise in the coming weeks?
A Pittsburgh-area man is not just giving people living with ALS a voice, he's giving them their own voice.
An investigation into fraudulent vehicle inspections has led to dozens of charges against a Pittsburgh-area auto shop owner and his mechanic, police said.
Pittsburgh Magazine's Sean Collier is back like he is every Thursday and he's giving you a rundown of the best events in the 'Burgh this weekend!
Buying a house is one of the biggest milestones in a person's life, but figuring out how to is a massive challenge. That's why Dollar Bank's "The Way Home" workshop is so important. Susan Kelly and a first-time homebuyer join Heather and Daisy with all the information new homebuyers need!
Morgan Freeman has played several iconic roles throughout his storied career, now, he's bringing his symphonic blues experience tour to Pittsburgh. Heather Abraham talked to the legendary actor about why he chose this project.
Spring break is nearly here and there's no doubt the kids will say the phrase, "I'm bored!" So, Yuhling Behr from Kidsburgh joins Heather and Daisy for some fun, at-home spring break ideas!
College hoops is taking up residence at PPG Paints Arena this weekend when the Atlantic 10 Men's Basketball Tournament will tip off! The A10 Commissioner, Bernadette V. McGlade, joined PTL to talk about the tournament!
More homeowners than ever in Allegheny County are filing appeals to try to lower their property taxes.
A cancer once rare in young people has become the number one cause of cancer-related deaths for Americans under age 50.
There is cautious optimism on the North Shore that the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette may continue to publish under new ownership.
From freshly washed cars to air conditioning units to entire porches, dust is blanketing one Westmoreland County neighborhood.
Former patients of Dr. Carl Medgaus are running out of time to try to recover money for unfinished dental work.
A Pittsburgh-area man is not just giving people living with ALS a voice, he's giving them their own voice.
A cancer once rare in young people has become the number one cause of cancer-related deaths for Americans under age 50.
Fish fries can be a quandary for people with heart and other medical issues.
With a measles outbreak in Pennsylvania, local health experts want to send a message to families.
Cracking down on the price of prescription drugs is a hefty task.
North Allegheny finished the first day of the state championships in first place and are the defending champions.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Ohio's plan to use unclaimed funds to help fund construction of a new domed stadium for the Cleveland Browns has been temporarily blocked in court.
Here is a Pittsburgh Steelers free agency tracker for the 2026 offseason.
Heyward's new contract is said to be worth more than $32 million over two years with the first year of the deal guaranteed.
Forbes' latest ranking of the world's richest people has been released, and the list features billionaires with ties to Pittsburgh.
A fire chief says a fire at an Ohio hog farm complex has killed about 6,000 pigs and unleashed a large plume of smoke that could be seen for miles.
Lawmakers in Harrisburg are looking at bills to tackle dynamic pricing.
The budget airline Breeze is launching a new nonstop route from Pittsburgh to Myrtle Beach this summer.
The lawsuit accuses Nippon of prioritizing revenue over worker safety.
A woman was arrested on Sunday for firing multiple shots at the Beverly Hills home of Rihanna, Los Angeles Police Department officials say.
The countdown is on, as the NFL Draft comes to Pittsburgh and America turns 250 years old.
Hillary Knight, Megan Keller and Jack and Quinn Hughes made a surprise appearance during "Heated Rivalry" star Connor Storrie's opening monologue on "SNL."
The medical drama "The Pitt" has certainly put a lot of eyes on Pittsburgh, and while the stories are fiction, the show highlights some very real things about the city.
Streaming giant Netflix declined to match Paramount Skydance's $31 per share offer for Warner Bros. Discovery.
Stay on top of local weather with meteorologist Trey Fulbright’s forecast!
Commuting in Pittsburgh has been a headache for years, but a new study found that the Parkway East is one of the "angriest" commutes in the commonwealth. KDKA's Chilekasi Adele has more.
Police said that Lagomau Malu, 23, was responsible for abusing her 3-year-old son who died Wednesday. KDKA's Jessica Riley spoke with neighbors about the case.
Pittsburgh Magazine's Sean Collier is back like he is every Thursday and he's giving you a rundown of the best events in the 'Burgh this weekend!
Buying a house is one of the biggest milestones in a person's life, but figuring out how to is a massive challenge. That's why Dollar Bank's "The Way Home" workshop is so important. Susan Kelly and a first-time homebuyer join Heather and Daisy with all the information new homebuyers need!
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.
