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Dr. Erica Smithwick, of Science Moms, joined us on Take Your Child to Work Day to lead us through a cool science experiment.
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Dr. Erica Smithwick, of Science Moms, joined us on Take Your Child to Work Day to lead us through a cool science experiment.
Amelia Ford and Julia Cody from Mad Science of Pittsburgh were here to teach us STEM science experiments for kids.
The U.S. Department of Education says that starting May 5, it'll begin collecting payments for student loans that are in default.
In this KDKA In Your Neighborhood, we visit Pittsburgh Liberty K-5.
We spoke to Nahid Khajazada, a mechatronics student at CCAC, who was the inspiration behind the 2025 film "Rule Breakers," where a young girl in Afghanistan who wanted to learn robotics defied the Taliban and joined the country's first all-girls robotics team.
Katie was live at Moniteau School District where the creepy crawlies have taken over! It's their Creepers and Crawlers Community Day and we got a first look at the event.
The League of Innovative Schools brought more than 350 educators together in Pittsburgh to learn more about the future of teaching.
An eighth grader at Hampton Middle School is representing the Pittsburgh area at the Scripps National Spelling Bee.
President Trump has taken aim at the Department of Education, but shutting down the department entirely would require an act of Congress.
The robots could be first on the scene to help assess injuries and other risks that humans might not be able to.
The annual PSSA tests will be given statewide on the same day as Take Your Child to Work Day.
It's Teach Me Tuesday and we highlighted an educator who's getting her class up and moving. It's Mrs. Rachel Lint from Ringgold Elementary School.
Barron Whited, from Agora Cyber Charter School, joined us to offer tips for high schoolers who got their college acceptance letter and are starting to prepare for college, so it's as seamless as possible.
A technical issue impacted thousands of students taking the SAT last weekend, the College Board, which administers the test, said.
National Pi Day is recognized today in the U.S. and around the world. Here's what to know about the quirky holiday, and how to celebrate.
The USDA said it is promoting wiser government spending, but schools say it will make it tougher to serve healthy meals.
While you may think of in-service days for teachers as a prep day, at Bethel Park, it's something more.
A local educator is in the running for America's Favorite Teacher by Reader's Digest, and she needs your vote.
The Sarah Heinz House is a cornerstone of Pittsburgh's North Side community. Mikey recently had the opportunity to see first-hand how this community center, with the help of UPMC, shaping young minds in the area of STEAM. This segment was sponsored by UPMC.
West Virginia senators have voted to dismantle one of the nation's strictest school vaccination policies.
Coastal Carolina University's Michael Benson has been extended an offer to become president at West Virginia University.
The school asked her to provide them with documentation that they live in the district and despite providing it, they still kicked her kids out.
The Plum restaurant is taking inspiration from the classic "Book It" program to encourage reading for children.
Gov. Josh Shapiro will seek more money for underfunded public schools and public transit in his budget proposal unveiled Tuesday
The warmer weather means kids are back in class after spending much of last week learning from home because of the cold.
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.
