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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.
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.
While it's been in Pittsburgh since the 70s, the Pittsburgh Toy Lending Library feels like the best-kept secret.
More than 800,000 people attended the NFL draft in Pittsburgh over three days.
While the sunshine is back in Pittsburgh on Sunday, temperatures will be noticeably cooler.
The Allegheny County Police Department was called to the scene of a deadly shooting in Duquesne.
The Penguins won game four against the Flyers, but the odds of winning the series remain unlikely.
A record-breaking number of fans explored Pittsburgh during the 2026 NFL draft.
While it's been in Pittsburgh since the 70s, the Pittsburgh Toy Lending Library feels like the best-kept secret.
More than 800,000 people attended the NFL draft in Pittsburgh over three days.
Here are the Pittsburgh Steelers' pick results from each round of the 2026 NFL draft.
While the sunshine is back in Pittsburgh on Sunday, temperatures will be noticeably cooler.
President Trump was evacuated from the White House Correspondents' Dinner after shots rang out at the hotel where the event was taking place.
President Trump was safely evacuated from the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner Saturday night after shots were fired outside the ballroom of the Washington Hilton Hotel.
Josh Shapiro may be heavily favored to win reelection as Pennsylvania governor, but that doesn't mean there isn't a lot on the line for him this year.
In a one-on-one interview with KDKA, Gov. Josh Shapiro talked about the NFL draft, the state's economy and public transit.
U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro said that the Federal Reserve's inspector general will investigate cost overruns in project to renovate the central bank's headquarters.
Some Trader Joe's shoppers will get a payout after a lawsuit alleged that the retailer's customer receipts put shoppers at risk of ID theft.
The rising price of tomatoes is impacting some restaurants around Pittsburgh.
Music lovers tired of paying hundreds of dollars to see big-name acts may be getting some relief.
Pennsylvania Attorney General Dave Sunday is warning sports fans to watch for scams as they buy tickets and merchandise tied to the NBA and NHL playoffs.
A new consumer safety warning is raising concerns about carbon monoxide detectors sold online.
The Lincoln Park Performing Arts Center is bring the famous Broadway musical, Hairspray, to life in Pittsburgh! Our very own Daisy Jade got a sneak peek!
For those who may want to experience the NFL draft in Pittsburgh, but worry it might not be the most family-friendly event, two organizations are teaming up to make sure there is plenty of family fun!
For the first time in 50 years, legendary music producer Rich Engler is opening up his vault that has guitars from some of the biggest musicians in history, and is auctioning them off! Boaz Frankel spoke with him about why he's doing this now.
Team PTL's Daisy Jade caught up with Pittsburgh's own DJ Bonics who is playing a big role in all the draft festivities at Point State Park!
Heather and David are closing out the week from Market Square and they're taking a look back on what was a historic night in Pittsburgh as the NFL draft officially began!
After suffering roof damage from this year's brutal winter, a Pittsburgh family says their insurance company has left them with even bigger problems.
The Downtown Neighbors Alliance's board voted Thursday to dissolve the organization.
The federal government will begin the long-awaited cleanup of a nuclear waste dump outside Apollo in Armstrong County.
Short-term rental owners in Washington County could soon face new scrutiny.
Allegheny County Common Pleas Judge Edward Borkowski refused to drop an attempted homicide charge against Jasper Hilliard.
Shaler Township has installed new AEDs in 10 of its parks.
Health care workers are preparing to care for anyone who will need treatment.
UPMC and AHN say they've been collaborating about getting ready for an event of this magnitude.
When doctors found out Ainsley Flynn had viral myocarditis, they leaped into action to save her. Now, Flynn is giving back.
UPMC Hillman Cancer Center is exploring everything radiation treatment can treat, and the success has been life-changing for people.
More than 800,000 people attended the NFL draft in Pittsburgh over three days.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
The Penguins won game four against the Flyers, but the odds of winning the series remain unlikely.
The Pittsburgh Penguins force Game 5 after defeating the Philadelphia Flyers Saturday Night.
The Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Milwaukee Brewers 6-3 on Saturday night.
Some Trader Joe's shoppers will get a payout after a lawsuit alleged that the retailer's customer receipts put shoppers at risk of ID theft.
North Side business owners were left frustrated after unauthorized NFL draft no-parking signs appeared on Western Avenue.
Music lovers tired of paying hundreds of dollars to see big-name acts may be getting some relief.
The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette will stay open after it was sold to a nonprofit.
West Virginia resident Rebecca Michalski struggles with soaring electricity bills that exceed her income.
Jake was at the funeral for one of his closest friends when he learned of his parents' deaths, he said.
Gaffigan announced a continuation of his "Everything Is Wonderful!" Tour and he'll stop in Pittsburgh in November.
Western Pennsylvania natives Bret Michaels and KELS talked about their upcoming free performances at the NFL draft.
Music lovers tired of paying hundreds of dollars to see big-name acts may be getting some relief.
The trailer is out for the Pittsburgh-filmed "Hershey" biopic.
KDKA-TV Sports' Rich Walsh is joined by Pirates insider Robby Incmikoski to talk about the sports headlines of the day.
In Pittsburgh's Shadyside neighborhood, a non-profit has been around since the 1970s, and it gives local children a place to learn and grow. Megan Shinn shares the work of the Pittsburgh Toy Lending Library.
Watch as teams from North Catholic, Quaker Valley, and Trinity Christian high schools compete on this edition of KD Quiz!
Watch as teams from North Catholic, Quaker Valley, and Trinity Christian high schools compete on this edition of KD Quiz!
Watch as teams from North Catholic, Quaker Valley, and Trinity Christian high schools compete on this edition of KD Quiz!
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.
