Meet the 2026 National Teacher of the Year
"CBS Mornings" exclusively revealed Leon Smith, who teaches at Haverford High School in Pennsylvania, as the 2026 National Teacher of the Year.
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"CBS Mornings" exclusively revealed Leon Smith, who teaches at Haverford High School in Pennsylvania, as the 2026 National Teacher of the Year.
A new initiative at Saint Vincent College looks to combat the nationwide teacher shortage by fast-tracking students who wish to become educators.
On this Teach Me Tuesday, we're catching up with Ryan Warner, an innovative math teacher at Keystone Oaks Middle School.
Last year, nearly 9,000 teachers left the profession in Pennsylvania.
Duquesne University student Zoe Brunick joined us to talk about her pursuit of a career in education and why it's so important to her.
Western Pennsylvania is facing a growing teacher shortage, as thousands have left the profession, while fewer enter it. KDKA investigative producer Tory Wegerski joined us with more information on this story.
All week long, Team PTL is honoring their favorite teachers. This is Ron Smiley and David Highfield's pick!
All week long, Team PTL is honoring their favorite teachers. This is Mikey Hood's pick!
All week long, Team PTL is honoring their favorite teachers. This is Daisy Jade's pick!
Ashlie Crosson, the 2025 National Teacher of the Year, has been in the classroom for 14 years and told "CBS Mornings" authenticity is a big factor in her teaching.
A local educator is in the running for America's Favorite Teacher by Reader's Digest, and she needs your vote.
Over the last year, the number of school districts in Ohio that allow staff to be armed quadrupled, with 14% of the state's districts now participating.
As students return to the classroom, more schools are banning phones or otherwise restricting their use.
Pennsylvania's teacher shortage is in the spotlight again as teacher turnover is now at an all-time high.
The new program to support student-teachers was flooded with applications on the first day it was open.
The Beaver County Community College is letting high school students take college credits to become teachers.
The state Department of Education said the number of teachers getting certified is about a quarter of what it used to be.
With another school year just around the corner, school districts are focused on how to handle student behavior. Many schools are changing their approach when it comes to discipline.
A new report finds schools are beginning to hire inexperienced and underqualified teachers to fill positions due to an ongoing teacher shortage.
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.
The sudden death of a teacher prompted early dismissal Tuesday in the Albert Gallatin Area School District.
One lucky nurse and teacher will be treated to a day of pampering at the Tuscan Sun Spa in Canonsburg!
Host Heather Abraham is chatting with Maggie Burke, who will be graduating from Duquesne University, to become an educator. She has overcome dyslexia and wants to give back to young people.
We're treating teachers and nurses!
Just over a week after a deadly crash on the Fort Duquesne Bridge, community members gathered Friday to remember one of the victims.
Kyle Schwarber hit his majors-leading 19th and 20th home runs of the season and Philadelphia rallied past Pittsburgh 11-9 in 10 innings.
The Pittsburgh Steelers have signed 2026 first-round draft pick Max Iheanachor to a four-year contract.
A western Pennsylvania dad went from wondering what a spot on his leg was to learning he has an extremely rare skin cancer.
The historic Lincoln Highway, America's first coast-to-coast road, still runs through Pennsylvania.
Just over a week after a deadly crash on the Fort Duquesne Bridge, community members gathered Friday to remember one of the victims.
Kyle Schwarber hit his majors-leading 19th and 20th home runs of the season and Philadelphia rallied past Pittsburgh 11-9 in 10 innings.
The Pittsburgh Steelers have signed 2026 first-round draft pick Max Iheanachor to a four-year contract.
A western Pennsylvania dad went from wondering what a spot on his leg was to learning he has an extremely rare skin cancer.
The historic Lincoln Highway, America's first coast-to-coast road, still runs through Pennsylvania.
Gambling addiction is impacting more young people, so much so that state lawmakers are calling it an epidemic.
President Trump is in Beijing meeting with China's President Xi Jinping, with the two leaders aiming to stabilize their trading relationship after last year's trade war.
The Allegheny County Health Department wants to require all employers in the county to give their employees paid parental leave.
Live updating West Virginia primary election results for May 12, 2026.
Residents heading to the polls in West Virginia's primary election now must present a valid photo ID in order to vote.
The Allegheny County Health Department has issued a consumer alert for Prantl's Bakery in Shadyside, saying an inspection found pest droppings.
A Bethel Park homeowner says he's out thousands of dollars after hiring a contractor to replace his front porch.
A popular Washington County farm won't be offering pick-your-own peaches this year.
Gas across the country continues to climb.
Two food items sold at Giant Eagle have been voluntarily recalled due to separate contamination risks.
If your current security system is just a dog and a basic lock, it might be time for an upgrade. East End Handyman Company's Patrick McLaren is back on PTL to show us how you can install a security camera.
Team PTL's Daisy Jade is at the CCAC West campus and she's learning more about their annual car show!
Shari Zatman is back for another segment, this time, she's giving us the instructions on how to make a floral graduation cap!
Our friend, Shari Zatman of Perfectly Planned by Shari is here to help you get through graduation season by showing you how to plan the perfect party!
In a world of viral trends, Corrine has been proving that the old Hollywood glamour hasn't gone anyway, it just needed a refresh.
A Bethel Park homeowner says he's out thousands of dollars after hiring a contractor to replace his front porch.
It's been nearly eight years since Rachael DelTondo was shot and killed in the driveway of her parents' home in Aliquippa.
An artist in Pittsburgh said the Steel City clothing company used his artwork without his permission.
Alcosan's multi-billion-dollar construction project to clean up the rivers in southwestern Pennsylvania is already over budget.
Pennsylvania prisons now give suboxone to thousands of inmates, with thousands more on the waiting list.
A western Pennsylvania dad went from wondering what a spot on his leg was to learning he has an extremely rare skin cancer.
The Allegheny County Health Department wants to require all employers in the county to give their employees paid parental leave.
Allegheny Health Network is putting out a warning about a new social media trend.
Workers at Butler Memorial Hospital say they're ready to walk off the job if hospital management doesn't come to terms with them.
An American on the repatriation flight began showing symptoms of hantavirus and another "tested mildly PCR positive for the Andes virus," the Department of Health and Human Services says.
Kyle Schwarber hit his majors-leading 19th and 20th home runs of the season and Philadelphia rallied past Pittsburgh 11-9 in 10 innings.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
The Pittsburgh Steelers have signed 2026 first-round draft pick Max Iheanachor to a four-year contract.
The Pittsburgh Steelers have released their 2026 schedule.
Sidney Crosby is heading to Switzerland to represent his native Canada at the men's world hockey championships.
A popular Washington County farm won't be offering pick-your-own peaches this year.
If you're about to throw out all of those old documents while spring cleaning, there are some you should hold onto.
The hole left behind by Spirit will hit businesses and rental companies within Arnold Palmer Regional Airport.
The bar served its final pints Sunday night after 43 years in Oakland, near the heart of Pitt's campus.
Arnold Palmer Regional Airport officials are confident they'll be able to replace Spirit Airlines after the airline shut down early Saturday morning.
The exhibit transforms historic industrial and historical paintings into a multi-projection animated experience.
Country music star Lainey Wilson and former Steelers quarterback Devlin "Duck" Hodges tied the knot in a lavish Tennessee wedding.
Riverlife will reopen its free-to-access barge platform, Shore Thing, later this month.
Ten Carnegie Mellon University alumni have snagged nominations for Tony Awards.
A converted church in rural central Pennsylvania has become a place where musicians with Amish roots are coming to record music and make videos.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast.
Just over a week after a deadly crash on Pittsburgh's Fort Duquesne Bridge, community members gathered together Friday to remember one of the victims. KDKA-TV's Erika Stanish reports.
Getting kids excited about reading can be hard, but across the Pittsburgh area, teachers are increasingly finding a way with help from the Pittsburgh Penguins and U.S. Steel. KDKA-TV’s Ricky Sayer explains how.
The Ladies of Laughter's Funny and Fabulous Tour has helped launch and spotlight some of comedy's biggest names. And now it's bringing a lineup of powerhouse women to the Steel City.
It's the newest venture from a pastry chef who’s gone from Michelin-starred kitchens to building her own sweet empire right here in Pittsburgh.
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.
