First-Year Pitt Students Required To Take Anti-Black Racism Course
First-year Pitt students will be required to take an anti-racism course starting this fall.
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First-year Pitt students will be required to take an anti-racism course starting this fall.
University of Pittsburgh students are taking action against racism.
A local law firm is answering the call for systemic change in the black community.
A crowd of over 100 people are moving through the streets of Wilkinsburg on Juneteenth.
PNC is committing more than $1 billion to help end systemic racism and support black communities.
One of the newly prominent voices in the local civil rights movement says she grew up among routine racism.
Racial injustice was the theme of a prayer vigil hosted by local church leaders in the town of Mars on Wednesday.
When it comes to state economies with the most racial equality, a study ranks Pennsylvania near the bottom of the list.
Many people are protesting in the Pittsburgh area and around the country to end racism, but not everyone who wants to protest can join because of work, childcare or health and safety concerns.
Protests and demonstrations calling for change have been a part of the American landscape for weeks now.
It may be hard for children not to see or hear about what's happening around the country with the protests and conversation about race. KDKA's Kristine Sorensen spoke with an expert about how to talk with kids about it.
Democratic lawmakers in Ohio have proposed legislation to declare racism a public health issue.
Business was reportedly down 40 percent for Asian restaurants in Pittsburgh before Gov. Tom Wolf asked restaurants to move to take-out only.
Bed, Bath & Beyond says it has removed black jack-o-lanterns from its website after receiving complaints the pumpkins resembled blackface.
A Penn State football player shared a controversial letter his teammate received from alumni following a game against Idaho.
Maryland's Highway Administration has removed several road signs for "Negro Mountain" over concerns about racial insensitivity in the name.
Neighbors living in the Perry Hilltop neighborhood say they are fearful after seeing derogatory slurs spray-painted on a parked car.
A Western Pennsylvania man is going viral for wearing "Make Racism Wrong Again" to a local Walmart store.
An Ohio high school student's prom proposal sign referencing black people picking cotton has been condemned by school officials.
Police are still trying to find who was responsible for hanging a black baby doll by a noose from a streetlight in Homewood earlier this year.
Facebook is extending its ban on hate speech to prohibit the promotion and support of white nationalism and white separatism.
UPS workers at a distribution hub in Ohio are suing the company over what they say has been a series of racist acts and discriminatory hiring decisions.
State Rep. Ed Gainey says an apparent racial incident in Pittsburgh's Homewood-Brushton neighborhood is under investigation.
Many students at Slippery Rock University are sad and outraged after finding Black History Month fliers on campus defaced with messages of racism and hate.
A woman from West Mifflin stormed out of a bar in Forward Township on Wednesday night, claiming to be offended by a display that the owner says was meant as a Halloween decoration.
A scheme to smuggle contraband into the Allegheny County Jail was busted after police said they found a Dorito bag containing drugs in the bathroom of a magistrate's office.
A man is facing multiple charges after a viral video showed him using racial slurs at a woman in a Westmoreland County Walmart.
Ryan Routh, the man convicted in a 2024 assassination attempt of President Trump at his Florida golf course, has been sentenced to life in prison.
The Mars Area Public Library has been dealing with significant water damage caused by ice dams.
Smithfield Street is about to undergo a transformation that will include rebuilding, landscaping, signage, and so much more.
A scheme to smuggle contraband into the Allegheny County Jail was busted after police said they found a Dorito bag containing drugs in the bathroom of a magistrate's office.
A man is facing multiple charges after a viral video showed him using racial slurs at a woman in a Westmoreland County Walmart.
Ryan Routh, the man convicted in a 2024 assassination attempt of President Trump at his Florida golf course, has been sentenced to life in prison.
The Mars Area Public Library has been dealing with significant water damage caused by ice dams.
Smithfield Street is about to undergo a transformation that will include rebuilding, landscaping, signage, and so much more.
Pennsylvania Gov. Shapiro delivered his fourth budget address at the State Capitol in Harrisburg, three months after last year's budget was passed by state lawmakers.
A federal judge on Monday blocked the Trump administration from revoking Temporary Protected Status for Haitians, granting a last-minute reprieve to 350,000 immigrants who were set to lose protections on Tuesday.
Five-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos and his father were released from ICE custody on Sunday, a day after a federal court ordered their release.
The U.S. House Judiciary Committee's inquiry said the panel has questions about why the Department of Justice released only half of the estimated pages of the Jeffrey Epstein files.
The federal agents who were involved in Saturday's deadly shooting of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis have been placed on administrative leave, a federal law enforcement official confirmed to CBS News.
A woman and her husband are fighting for a $400 refund after they bought furniture from a Value City Furniture store.
It's the end of an era for a grocery store in Carrick.
A Pennsylvania couple says Kia wrongly denied a warranty claim after their car's engine failed at 80,000 miles.
Scams targeting utility customers are on the rise in Pennsylvania, the attorney general says.
A handful of Pittsburgh-area Value City Furniture stores are going out of business after their parent company filed for bankruptcy.
We're keeping the romance alive on PTL as we're joined by Carrie Nardini from the I Made It Market to get some unique ideas for Valentine's Day gifts!
With Valentine's Day around the corner, it's the perfect time to see if your relationship could use a little updating. Certified life coach Marlene Boas is back with Heather and David and has some romance tips!
During a Friday Free For All a few weeks ago, Nina Lyons wrote in asking if we ever would feature a viewer in a cooking segment. Now, she joins Heather and David in the PTL Kitchen to whip up a little pastina with egg!
Moms have a busy lifestyle, so finding the trendiest outfits often isn't a priority. We're joined by Joanna Heyman who shows Heather and David some fashionable fits for those busy moms!
PTL hosts Heather Abraham and David Highfield discuss Pittsburgh culture, trending news and social media, food, sports, and more. Plus, a preview of what's to come on today's show.
Residents of Millvale are trying to get back to normal after last weekend's major snowstorm.
Tracing the past of Shane Hennen and how his troubled life in Pittsburgh pointed to his future downfall.
People in Avella, Washington County, say they have no phone coverage.
Residents and leaders in Charleroi are concerned about the integrity of roads after a trench collapse last year and ongoing construction.
Patrick Vereb is accused of taking money from pet owners who believed their animals would receive dignified cremations.
Southwestern Pennsylvania's cold and snowy winter is taking its toll on more than just our roadways and walkways.
The Liberty-Clairton area is under a code orange air quality action day, according to the Pa. Dept. of Environmental Protection.
The cold weather and lingering snow affect more than just the roads and our cars, it affects our brains.
After the historic snowfall, dangerously low temperatures crept into the Pittsburgh region, bringing a hidden danger that can turn painful in seconds.
The yearly tradition marks the start of months of training for Pittsburgh Marathon participants.
As the hype builds before the NFL Draft, a brand-new documentary will showcase Western Pennsylvania's football history.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Bo Horvat scored his second goal of the game 52 seconds into overtime and the Islanders beat the Penguins 5-4 on Tuesday night.
A Detroit Lions fan who was involved in an altercation with Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver DK Metcalf has filed a lawsuit, claiming that he was not only physically harmed but was also falsely accused of making racial remarks.
The NFL has released the first official renderings for the 2026 NFL Draft in Pittsburgh.
More than 140 employees at Nemacolin were informed they were being let go.
It's been about six years since the pandemic, and a lot of people working from home, but now companies are slowly calling them back to the office.
Pittsburgh Mayor Corey O'Connor on Tuesday announced a new initiative aimed at revitalizing neighborhood business districts across the city.
A handful of Pittsburgh-area Value City Furniture stores are going out of business after their parent company filed for bankruptcy.
It has been five years since the home improvement retailer Menards bought a large parcel of land off Route 30 in Westmoreland County.
Filming for the final season of "Mayor of Kingstown" is expected to take place between March and June.
Many Super Bowl 60 ads are already online, along with teasers for commercials that will be unveiled during the NFL championship on Feb. 8.
"Stick Season" singer Noah Kahan is coming to Pittsburgh this summer.
Music's biggest night returned Sunday with the 68th annual Grammy Awards. Here is how to watch and stream and what to know.
Catherine O'Hara was best known for her comic performances in projects including "Home Alone," "Beetlejuice," and "Schitt's Creek."
We're keeping the romance alive on PTL as we're joined by Carrie Nardini from the I Made It Market to get some unique ideas for Valentine's Day gifts!
With Valentine's Day around the corner, it's the perfect time to see if your relationship could use a little updating. Certified life coach Marlene Boas is back with Heather and David and has some romance tips!
During a Friday Free For All a few weeks ago, Nina Lyons wrote in asking if we ever would feature a viewer in a cooking segment. Now, she joins Heather and David in the PTL Kitchen to whip up a little pastina with egg!
Moms have a busy lifestyle, so finding the trendiest outfits often isn't a priority. We're joined by Joanna Heyman who shows Heather and David some fashionable fits for those busy moms!
PTL hosts Heather Abraham and David Highfield discuss Pittsburgh culture, trending news and social media, food, sports, and more. Plus, a preview of what's to come on today's show.
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.
