Wide-ranging cuts coming to academic programs and faculty at West Virginia University
West Virginia University has given final approval to wide-ranging cuts in academic programs and faculty positions.
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West Virginia University has given final approval to wide-ranging cuts in academic programs and faculty positions.
A recent court ruling revealed Pennsylvania's public schools are underfunded by more than $4 billion, and the lawsuit demands the state legislature fix the funding crisis in our schools.
A recent court ruling revealed Pennsylvania’s public schools are underfunded by more than $4 billion, and the lawsuit demands the state legislature fix the funding crisis in our schools. KDKA's Meghan Schiller shares more.
An alternative gym class at Deer Lakes is strengthening the mind. This is part of an effort to transform learning in the Pittsburgh region. We were joined by the instructor, Lauren Hedderman, and superintendent Dr. Janell Logue-Belden, as well as the director of Remake Learning, Tyler Samstag.
We continued our conversation about the reading crisis and how educators are making critical changes to get students back on track. Penn Hills Elementary School principal Kristin Brown and reading specialist Kristen Marino joined Heather to talk about this very subject.
Heather had on KDKA lead investigator Andy Sheehan who is digging into the issue of students across the country who are struggling to read at grade level.
PTL's Heather Abraham and her daughter, Lila, introduce us to the book of the month. Then, Boaz Frankel heads to South Park Township Library to learn more about Love Your Library Month.
Hosts Heather Abraham and David Highfield are joined by Indiana University of Pennsylvania President Michael Driscoll and Dean Steven Hoven to talk about STEAM education.
Students with disabilities in Pennsylvania will now receive free support through the public education system for an additional year than current policy dictates.
A small, private university in West Virginia has declared bankruptcy.
Pennsylvania's Republican-controlled Senate returned for an unusual August session mired in a two-month budget stalemate with the Democratic-controlled House.
Artificial intelligence is finding its way into the classroom, raising concerns for educators. However, one non-profit is embracing the technology.
West Virginia University students are staging a walkout to protest the proposed elimination of academic programs while showing support for faculty and staff whose jobs are being targeted.
PTL's Katie O'Malley heads over to the Carnegie Science Center to find out more about their Preschool Adventures program, which offers lessons in STEM to little ones.
West Virginia University has recommended the elimination of 9% of the majors offered on its Morgantown campus.
A new report finds schools are beginning to hire inexperienced and underqualified teachers to fill positions due to an ongoing teacher shortage.
A new report finds schools are beginning to hire inexperienced and underqualified teachers in order to fill positions due to an ongoing teacher shortage. KDKA's Erika Stanish shares the details.
E. Gordon Gee reportedly announced his plan to the university's Faculty Senate on Monday.
PTL's Boaz Frankel is going on a field trip to the Carnegie Museum of Natural History for Back to School Week on KDKA! He takes us behind the scenes in the "bug room," with associate curator Ainsley Seago.
Now, the 625 students on the Baptist university's Philippi campus are looking elsewhere — and fast.
West Virginia University President E.
The judge's February decision will not be appealed after the deadline to file came and went over the weekend.
Penn State announced tuition increases for both in-state and out-of-state students.
A recent report shows teachers in Pennsylvania are leaving the classroom and field of education faster than ever before. Host Heather Abraham is taking a closer look at The Genius Joy and Love Academy, which is a local program aimed at getting more students of color into the teaching profession.
Young people are turning away from teaching as a job, citing the low pay and uncertainty over education. "People feel demotivated," one student said.
Fred Rogers Productions and Little Dot Studios teamed up to bring the beloved children's show to YouTube.
Two men, a woman, and a juvenile were taken into custody after a drug bust in Braddock earlier this week.
Pittsburgh could see high temperatures into the 80s on Saturday, but overnight, storms will move in.
Anglers are making last minute preparations ahead of Saturday's start of trout fishing season in Pennsylvania.
A 6-year-old girl from Pennsylvania is making it her mission to help childhood patients those patients through art.
Fred Rogers Productions and Little Dot Studios teamed up to bring the beloved children's show to YouTube.
Two men, a woman, and a juvenile were taken into custody after a drug bust in Braddock earlier this week.
Pittsburgh could see high temperatures into the 80s on Saturday, but overnight, storms will move in.
Anglers are making last minute preparations ahead of Saturday's start of trout fishing season in Pennsylvania.
A 6-year-old girl from Pennsylvania is making it her mission to help childhood patients those patients through art.
President Trump has ousted Pam Bondi as attorney general, saying she will be taking a job in the private sector.
According to a top Shapiro campaign official, the total more than doubles the previous benchmark for a Pennsylvania gubernatorial race at this stage.
President Trump said in a speech that the U.S. will complete its military mission in Iran "very shortly," and that U.S. forces have achieved "overwhelming victories."
President Trump is planning to deliver a prime-time address Wednesday night to "provide an important update on Iran," the White House said, as the president faces critical decisions in the monthlong war.
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.
The Pirates' home schedule starts on Friday, so how can fans save money on tickets, food, and other deals at PNC Park?
Fat Head's Saloon on Pittsburgh's South Side is closing next month after more than 30 years in business.
Studies show nearly 25% of Pennsylvanians can't pay their power bills at least once a year.
After a rat raised questions about health and safety at The Urban Tap, the owner says the South Side business is ready to gain back the public's trust.
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To close out the show, we're making sure you're prepared for the Pirates Home Opener on the North Shore!
Neighborhood Ford Store is giving away a Pirates-wrapped F-150 and Daisy learned how you can win it!
Team PTL's Daisy Jade is joined by Pirates Executive Vice President of Sales David Burke to learn about the giveaways, theme nights, and so much more!
Mikey and David are joined by Aramark Chef Gabor to show off some of the newest eats at PNC Park this season!
We check in with KDKA-TV Meteorologist Trey Fulbright for the latest forecast ahead of the Pirates Home Opener!
A new homeless encampment has popped up on Pittsburgh's North Side.
A Sewickley Hills man said he's left without a usable driveway because PennDOT cannot get it right.
Steven Eason, 15, was shot and killed while trying to break up a fight at the Haunted Hills Hayride in North Versailles in 2021. No arrest has been made.
People in the Pittsburgh area formed "Families for Justice," a support group for parents who lost children to gun violence.
An inspection sheds light on why dust is blanketing a neighborhood in Westmoreland County.
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.
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.
Konnor Griffin made his MLB debut for the Pittsburgh Pirates on Friday, and a photo captured his family's heartwarming reaction to his first hit.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Teenager Konnor Griffin made a splash in his major league debut for the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Fans are flocking to the North Shore to welcome home their Pittsburgh Pirates for a new season.
Baseball's top prospect answered questions about being promoted to the Pittsburgh Pirates, expectations, and his MLB debut.
Fat Head's Saloon on Pittsburgh's South Side is closing next month after more than 30 years in business.
Pittsburgh's newest music venue released a lineup of its first concerts on Monday, giving a taste of what's to come at Citizens Live at the Wylie.
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.
Fred Rogers Productions and Little Dot Studios teamed up to bring the beloved children's show to YouTube.
The first stop on Boone's new tour will be at PPG Paints Arena on July 7.
The price hike raises the cost of the standard plan with ads by $1 per month and the cost of the standard and premium plans by $2.
Newborns at a Pittsburgh-area hospital dressed up to celebrate the 20th anniversary of "Hannah Montana."
11 shows will be coming to Pittsburgh, including six winners of the Best Musical at the Tony Awards.
KDKA-TV Sports' Cassidy Wood and the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette's Brian Batko talk about the sports topics of the day.
Three adults and one juvenile were charged after a drug bust in Braddock earlier this week.
Stay on top of local weather with meteorologist Mary Ours’s forecast!
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast.
Anglers are making last minute preparations ahead of Saturday's start of trout fishing season in Pennsylvania. Ricky Sayer reports.
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.
