Pennsylvania Senate passes bill critics say targets books about LGBTQ+ and marginalized people
A bill passed the Pennsylvania state Senate that would require parents to opt in to allow children to view books deemed sexually explicit.
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A bill passed the Pennsylvania state Senate that would require parents to opt in to allow children to view books deemed sexually explicit.
PTL's Daisy Jade has a closer look at the Homewood-Brushton Adult Learning Center by Verizon. The CCAC facility has learning opportunities for adults who want to further their education.
How Insight PA Cyber Charter School is now using the world of gaming as a learning tool.
Pennsylvania lacks federally recognized tribal nations, leaving it with an incomplete picture of its Indigenous culture.
Continuing STEAMfest on PTL, Katie O'Malley meets up with Commonwealth Charter Academy elementary principal Destiny Day to check out their cool Mobile Aquaponics Lab and meet Spot the Robotic Dog.
Four of Pennsylvania's universities are plugging budget gaps while they await hundreds of millions of dollars in aid.
Keeping the STEAMfest theme going, PTL's Daisy Jade visits Indiana University of Pennsylvania where they have a fascinating program about the world of dinosaurs. We're talking about it just in time for National Fossil Day!
The Fox Chapel Area High School junior scored a 5 on the AP World History: Modern exam this past spring.
Girls from across Washington and Beaver counties learned critical skills from Range Resources.
In just a couple of days, you can attend an exciting, out-of-this-world fundraiser at the Carnegie Science Center called the Geek Out Gala. Marcus Harshaw, the senior director of museum experiences at the Carnegie Science Center, joined us to talk about it.
Administrators are looking to restructure amid an increase in population.
PTL's Boaz Frankel heads to the Children's Museum of Pittsburgh to check out the new exhibit, Wobbleland, and what it's all about!
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.
A man who was shot four times in Pittsburgh's Homewood North neighborhood on Sunday evening is expected to survive.
A man has died after he was pinned between two pieces of machinery at a coke plant in Westmoreland County.
A man was critically injured after police said a woman intentionally struck him with a vehicle in Pittsburgh's Homewood North neighborhood.
Konnor Griffin homered and the Pittsburgh Pirates recorded their first winning season in eight years with a 4-2 win over the Detroit Tigers on Sunday in the final game for both teams.
Aaron Rodgers passed for 292 yards and three touchdowns to outduel Joe Burrow as the Pittsburgh Steelers beat the Cincinnati Bengals 30-27.
A man who was shot four times in Pittsburgh's Homewood North neighborhood on Sunday evening is expected to survive.
A man has died after he was pinned between two pieces of machinery at a coke plant in Westmoreland County.
A man was critically injured after police said a woman intentionally struck him with a vehicle in Pittsburgh's Homewood North neighborhood.
Konnor Griffin homered and the Pittsburgh Pirates recorded their first winning season in eight years with a 4-2 win over the Detroit Tigers on Sunday in the final game for both teams.
Aaron Rodgers passed for 292 yards and three touchdowns to outduel Joe Burrow as the Pittsburgh Steelers beat the Cincinnati Bengals 30-27.
Democratic Sen. John Fetterman of Pennsylvania said that it's "entirely possible" his party wins control of the Senate in the midterm elections, while leaving the door open on his own political future.
President Trump moved to cancel almost $1 billion in spending that was approved by Congress, marking the second time his administration has employed a rarely used tactic that some lawmakers in both parties have called illegal.
Some units would "possibly [be] needed in 90-120 days," according to an internal Army message reviewed by CBS News.
The Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh voted unanimously to approve the appointment of Ivory Mathews as the agency's new executive director.
The Pittsburgh Housing Authority board is set to name a woman who is under investigation by an ethics committee in Oregon as the new executive director.
Duquesne Light Company union workers have voted to authorize a strike that could begin in just days if an agreement is not reached.
The settlement followed allegations that generic drug manufacturers conspired to increase prices.
Wars in Iran, Ukraine, and Russia have raised the costs of just about everything, and with fall and winter coming, home heating will take a hit.
Chick-fil-A currently has 20 locations in western Pennsylvania.
The program will provide relief for customers who pay their bills on time for two years.
The "Spider-Man" star's 20-minute fitness challenge is taking over social media. Daniel Hill from House Call Personal Training puts us through the workout.
"Let it go" and join Daisy for a sneak peek at Disney's "Frozen" before it takes the stage at Lincoln Park Performing Arts Center.
What started in the kitchen is turning into a business for one young Pittsburgh entrepreneur. Meet the baker behind Conner's Cookies and learn how his passion for baking is helping him chase a big dream, one cookie at a time.
Two tiny kittens are getting a second chance after being found abandoned behind an apartment building in McKeesport.
Ron joins David for The Chat to talk about Taylor Swift's new music and answer your Friday Free For All questions!
The Pittsburgh Housing Authority board is set to name a woman who is under investigation by an ethics committee in Oregon as the new executive director.
Treatment for PANDAS isn't covered by insurance, so now a South Hills family is pushing for change.
A warrant unsealed on Monday alleges widespread awards of no-bid contracts to reward supporters of Ed Gainey while he was the mayor of Pittsburgh.
A Hempfield family's home has become known as the "crash house" because drivers leave the highway and come crashing into it.
The wait for medical imaging keeps getting longer, leaving some people fraught with anxiety.
Fall allergens are unavoidable, but after a particularly rainy summer in Pittsburgh, they're expected to be even worse this year.
Treatment for PANDAS isn't covered by insurance, so now a South Hills family is pushing for change.
With costs rising just about everywhere and in everything, Highmark Wholecare's free farmers' markets are providing relief.
The goal was to simulate an emergency situation that would push the limits of the hospital and health care network.
The push for paid parental leave continues in Allegheny County, but with some major changes.
Konnor Griffin homered and the Pittsburgh Pirates recorded their first winning season in eight years with a 4-2 win over the Detroit Tigers on Sunday in the final game for both teams.
Aaron Rodgers passed for 292 yards and three touchdowns to outduel Joe Burrow as the Pittsburgh Steelers beat the Cincinnati Bengals 30-27.
Kickoff is set for 1 p.m. at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh.
Drew Mestemaker threw for a season-high 389 yards and three touchdowns as Oklahoma State beat West Virginia 41-24 in their Big 12 opener.
Colton Joseph hit Jacob Harris on a 72-yard touchdown pass with 1:13 to play and Wisconsin scored twice in last four minutes to beat No. 13 Penn State 24-20.
Rural King is a family-owned retailer and a one-stop shop for everything from farm supplies, clothing, tools, lawn and garden equipment, pet supplies and more.
The top minds in AI and business are in Pittsburgh this week to discuss how cities can implement the technology.
Many small businesses are still feeling the impact of last week's severe weather.
Pittsburgh leaders and their partners are making a concerted effort to revitalize a North Side business district.
A federally funded Ohio manufacturing program faces potential shutdown after a new audit by the U.S. Department of Commerce's Office of Inspector General.
The park's ever-popular HallowBoo event returns just in time for spooky season.
Challenging documentaries and award-winning features are among the offerings of New York City's leading cinema event, starring such luminaries as Pedro Pascal, Adam Driver, Scarlett Johansson, Julianne Moore and Godzilla.
Taylor Swift announced her new single "Patient Zero" earlier this week, saying she has been "impatiently waiting" to announce that it will be out on Friday.
The show was called off last week due to muddy field conditions at 1846 Farms near Latrobe.
Duff's first tour in nearly two decades has been expanded, and she will stop at PPG Paints Arena on Oct. 16, 2027.
Get the latest weather forecast from KDKA-TV First Alert Meteorologist Ron Smiley!
Stay on top of local weather with meteorologist Mary Ours’s forecast!
The Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf held its annual block party on Saturday afternoon.
Stay on top of local weather with First Alert Meteorologist Trey Fulbright's forecast!
Allegheny County police have announced additional charges against Elijah Hemingway, the man charged in the double stabbing in Edgewood that left Dr. Idris Evans dead and put his wife in the hospital. KDKA-TV's Jessica Riley reports.
Mason Heintschel threw for 403 yards with six touchdown passes.
Saturday's game was delayed for more than one hour because of severe storms in the area.
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.
