Gov. Wolf Signs Bill Expanding Eligibility For Substitute Teachers To Fix Staffing Issues
A bill, amending legislation from 1949, now allows for more options for substitute teachers in the state.
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A bill, amending legislation from 1949, now allows for more options for substitute teachers in the state.
Pennsylvania's unemployment rate is steadily decreasing.
The Republican-controlled state House of Representatives voted Wednesday to block the centerpiece of Gov. Tom Wolf's plan to fight climate change, a cap-and-trade program to clamp down on carbon dioxide emissions from power plants, although the chamber for now lacks the votes to stop it.
A man convicted of the random slaying of a stranger while he was under the influence of drugs in Pennsylvania last year has been sentenced.
State police are reminding Pennsylvanians to be vigilant about scams involving peer-to-peer payment applications.
The Pennsylvania Senate approved legislation to prevent school children from being required to get a COVID-19 vaccination to attend school.
A man whose wife fought UPMC in court to have his COVID-19 infection treated with ivermectin has died.
A preliminary map from the commission could surface at any time.
It's getting more expensive than ever to retire.
U.S. Senate candidate Mehmet Oz will end his "Dr. Oz" syndicated talk show next month, and producers will replace it with a cooking show featuring his daughter.
A grand jury indicted a man on murder charges after police say he killed a Pennsylvania woman and dumped her dismembered body into a bay.
Pennsylvania's high court may soon decide whether state law on police use of deadly force during arrests gives officers too much leeway.
America's shopping malls took a real hit during the pandemic, and holiday sales are not enough to save some of them.
Recent events locally show the tragic consequences of children getting their hands on firearms not secured by their parents.
Pennsylvania Senate Republicans and Democrats are preparing arguments regarding an audit of the 2020 general election and 2021 primary election.
The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board's annual report shows not just how much its stores earned, but also what Pennsylvanians drank.
Stacy Smith and a group of experts go Around The Table.
Dr. Mehmet Oz, the celebrity heart surgeon best known as the host of TV's Dr. Oz Show, is planning to run for Pennsylvania's open U.S. Senate seat as a Republican, according to two people familiar with his plans.
There's a shortage of home health aides in our area, leaving local families desperate for care.
A 10-year-old boy was shot and killed on Thanksgiving Day while he was with someone who was target shooting.
The slate of GOP candidates in Pennsylvania reportedly could expand in the coming weeks to include daytime TV personality Dr. Mehmet Oz.
The Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General is investigating the allegation.
A Pennsylvania man has been sentenced to at least five years in prison after pleading guilty in the 2018 death of his 5-month-old son.
More than a week after two dogs killed a family's pet emu in McKeesport, the owner of the dogs was cited.
Local photographers are heartbroken after a young eagle was hit and killed by a train in Beaver County earlier this month.
The mayor of McKeesport is calling a public housing high-rise a public safety emergency.
After the Pennsylvania Insurance Department released proposals for healthcare rate increases, workers were in Harrisburg advocating for themselves and their patients.
Pittsburgh International Airport opened the first of four outside terraces on Wednesday, continuing its trendsetting reputation.
A woman is accused of driving 117 mph on Route 28 while high on marijuana with two kids in the back seat.
A "violent" gang was dealt a "major blow" after 10 people were arrested in Ohio as part of an eight-month investigation, officials said.
About 24 hours after the Commercial Street Bridge was imploded, crews hit dynamite that had unknowingly failed to detonate, causing another explosion that sent workers running.
Sarosh Sheth, an Ohio State University student, was killed after a driver allegedly ran a red light and crashed onto a sidewalk.
A man and woman were found shot to death in a vehicle on West Barivista Drive in Penn Hills, authorities said.
Dr. Anthony Fauci appeared before the Senate to testify on the origins of the COVID-19 pandemic but invoked his Fifth Amendment rights in answering all questions.
Republican Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine told CBS News the Trump administration's plan to ramp up deportations of Haitian migrants is a "mistake," arguing the move could bruise Ohio's economy.
The plans include arresting migrants in Ohio and quickly putting them on deportation flights to crisis-stricken Haiti, the internal documents indicate.
With one day left, there are still no constitutional sentencing guidelines for the Pennsylvania judicial system when it comes to felony murder.
The lawsuit claims the Trump administration is withholding hundreds of millions of dollars in disaster-preparedness and homeland security grants to pressure states to change policies on elections and immigration.
A Westmoreland County family said having a secret room is not as cool as it sounds, after finding a large void under their garage built by Ryan Homes
Last year, Americans received nearly 30 billion scam robocalls and text messages.
The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission approved a 3.5% toll increase that goes into effect on January 3, 2027.
After about three dozen Allegheny County home deeds were fraudulently put into an LLC's name, experts are sharing tips for protecting yourself.
Giant Eagle has remained the dominant grocer in southwestern Pennsylvania for more than 40 years, and one of those reasons was the exit of Kroger.
Summertime activities can be physically demanding... luckily, fitness and health contributor Dr. Natalie has some simple stretches and tips to share to keep us on the move, pain-free!
Now it's time for Heather and David to reveal some of the stories they've never shared.
'Stories From A Stranger' is more than just a podcast...it's a collection of some of the most honest, heartfelt, and raw answers to simple questions. But today, PTL is listening to HIS story.
It's that season! The team has started arriving at Saint Vincent College...and so have we! Rich Walsh is live from the action.
Previewing Steeler's Training Camp! Plus...Whatcha Think Wednesday: Do you struggle with saying 'no' ?
Opposition to a data center at the back end of an industrial park is growing among residents of Hanover Township, Washington County.
A small community in Fayette County is pushing for answers after finding what appears to be raw sewage spilling into the woods.
Developers want to fill the former Vincentian Marion Manor facility in Banksville with new townhomes.
A Westmoreland County family said having a secret room is not as cool as it sounds, after finding a large void under their garage built by Ryan Homes
Allegheny County is facing a major financial crisis.
Allegheny County has nearly three dozen cases of cyclosporiasis resulting in two hospitalizations.
People who buy their healthcare coverage in Pennsylvania through the Affordable Care Act are expected to see their premiums skyrocket.
An investigation is underway in Uniontown, Fayette County, after police said a man was found dead in his car with a can of Galaxy Gas on the floor.
A public hearing was held on Friday for input on the pending Independence Health and West Virginia University Health System merger.
Pennsylvania is one of four more states now part of a cyclospora outbreak linked to shredded iceberg lettuce from central Mexico.
Eduardo Rodríguez pitched eight shutout innings, Gabriel Moreno hit a two-run homer and the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 3-0 on Wednesday, clinching the three-game series.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Wednesday morning marked the beginning of the Steelers training camp for fans.
Mark Kulbis is also facing misdemeanor counts of involuntary manslaughter and reckless endangerment in the death of Calvin "CJ" Dickey Jr.
Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers says there's "zero debate" that this season will be his last.
Data center projects are on municipal drawing boards across the Pittsburgh region, and public opposition is growing.
Businesses in Latrobe and Unity Township are getting ready for the annual influx of players, coaches and fans for Steelers training camp.
A petition is now circulating to put an end to Pittsburgh's South Side Street Fest.
A world-renowned Pittsburgh technical school and a major airline have signed an agreement to work hand in hand.
The former glass plant in Charleroi has been listed for sale.
Paramount Skydance on Friday said it would delay the deal until as late as June 2027.
Dave Matthews stopped by a Pittsburgh restaurant before his show at Star Lake on Friday night.
The ruling comes after a coalition of 12 states sued to block the deal, arguing it would harm consumers and the entertainment industry.
New Zealand actor Sam Neill, known for "Jurassic Park" and "The Piano," died Monday at 78, his family says.
The new movie "Young Washington" opened over the Fourth of July weekend, earning more than $20 million at the box office and becoming the nation's top live-action film.
The Westinghouse Atom Smasher is to be disassembled and moved.
More than a week after two dogs killed a family's pet emu in McKeesport, the owner of the dogs was cited.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast.
Local photographers are heartbroken after a young eagle was hit and killed by a train in Beaver County, Pennsylvania, earlier this month.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast.
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.
