Pennsylvania Senate Education Committee hears testimony about law mandating phone-free schools
The Pennsylvania Senate Education Committee heard testimony on Tuesday about a proposed law to mandate all schools in Pennsylvania be phone-free.
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The Pennsylvania Senate Education Committee heard testimony on Tuesday about a proposed law to mandate all schools in Pennsylvania be phone-free.
You just might notice more people playing in Pittsburgh thanks to $1.5 million in grants going to promote playing.
The Pittsburgh Zoo's Jack O'Lantern Extravaganza opens Thursday, Oct. 2.
Congressman Deluzio got responses from 48 school districts in the area he represents for District 17.
The foundation helps people with hemophilia, Von Willebrand disease and other conditions that cause their blood not to clot properly.
Many people have a bleeding disorder and don't know it, but the Western Pennsylvania Bleeding Disorders Foundation is working to help people recognize the signs and get support.
Doctors are seeing an increase in hand, foot and mouth disease among kids in western Pennsylvania, but there are ways to prevent it from infecting your family.
As kids go back to school, districts across our region are grappling with how to deal with kids having cell phones at school.
We are counting down the days until school starts and wanting to make the most of the last few weekends of summer!
Back to school can often mean back to screens, but that may be changing soon.
Riding a bike is a quintessential kid experience, but for Pittsburgh Youth Leadership, cycling is a means for mentorship.
Three state senators announced they will be introducing legislation to make all schools in Pennsylvania phone-free.
Many school districts are re-evaluating their technology policies, particularly with the increasing number of kids with cell phones.
Many school districts are re-evaluating their technology policies, particularly with the increasing number of kids with cell phones. Rep. Chris Deluzio of Fox Chapel, a Democrat representing District 17, cares about the issue, even sending letters to all 59 school districts in the area he represents, asking if they have a smartphone ban or are developing one.
The weather is starting to feel like summer, and we've got family fun for you and the kids!
Variety of Pittsburgh gave out its 4,000th communication device to kids with disabilities on Wednesday.
A recent study shows that rule changes in youth soccer that started in 2016 to reduce concussions are helping.
A unique, immersive theater and dance production at Point Park University combines STEM and art.
It's the country's oldest charitable walk, and on Sunday, it continued for another year in Pittsburgh.
Spring is here, and there are all kinds of things for families to do together to explore the area, the arts and sports.
How has the Sto-Rox Junior-Senior High School adopted and adapted to a phone-free policy?
A coalition of more than 75 groups and child experts signed a letter calling on all schools to implement a phone-free policy.
Lots of fun things to do with your kids on this first official weekend of spring!
If you’re looking for a deal on kids and baby clothes, toys and gear, a pop-up consignment sale is happening through March 22 at the AHN Montour Sports Complex in Coraopolis. For more information, go to Just between Friends Pittsburgh North's website: https://pittsburghnorth.jbfsale.com/
From big kids to littles, are you looking for the perfect way to keep everyone entertained? We learned about some new, exciting family-friendly events from our friends at Kidsburgh.
