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!
The city of Pittsburgh has temporarily suspended its Fourth of July celebrations due to the threat of inclement weather.
Braxton Ashcraft won his fourth consecutive start and the Pittsburgh Pirates defeated the Washington Nationals 7-1.
A Pittsburgh Police cruiser could be seen on its side early on Saturday morning on Wilkins Avenue.
Security cameras sometimes pick up interesting things that might look like rain, but it's not rain!
A man was found shot in the stomach on North Vernon Street.
The Pittsburgh area faced a fourth consecutive day of extreme heat on Friday.
Pittsburgh's Fourth of July celebration, which was recently voted the best in the country by USA Today readers, will span Downtown and the North Shore.
When are fireworks near me this weekend? Here's the Pittsburgh area's July 4th fireworks schedule.
The city of Pittsburgh has temporarily suspended its Fourth of July celebrations due to the threat of inclement weather.
Braxton Ashcraft won his fourth consecutive start and the Pittsburgh Pirates defeated the Washington Nationals 7-1.
Rep. Eric Davanzo later said he "will never apologize for putting patriotism before politics."
Some lawmakers say the Pennsylvania State Senate is stalling on a bill to increase the state's minimum wage.
The Supreme Court on Tuesday struck down President Trump's executive order seeking to end birthright citizenship.
The Supreme Court upheld state laws from West Virginia and Idaho that restricted participation by transgender athletes in girls' and women's sports.
The Supreme Court on Monday ruled that states can count mail ballots that are cast by Election Day but arrive later, rejecting a GOP challenge to a Mississippi law.
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.
A major healthcare merger is now official.
Imagine finding out the home you own is no longer yours, even though you weren't behind on your mortgage or selling it.
Schewbel's is closing after 120 years, meaning Giant Eagle will have to find a new bakery to make its branded bread.
Schwebel's, which sells bread at grocery stores across western Pennsylvania, is closing after 120 years.
Are we dreaming? Or are these beds *actually* flying? That's right...Daisy takes us to the 5th Annual Zelienople Bed Derby, where the beds are less for sleeping, and more for speed.
Grab your calendars because Kidsburgh Ambassador Yuling Behr is sharing all the family-friendly events happening around the 'burgh this month.
Fine Wine and Good Spirits are bringing out the bubbly...here are some American-made wines that are perfect for your holiday celebration.
Daisy Jade is live from the Big Butler Fair! Take a look at all the fun things these fairgrounds have to offer.
The first week of July doesn't just bring fireworks...it also brings one of the biggest conventions in Pittsburgh...Anthrocon!
Allegheny County is facing a major financial crisis that leaders are unsure how to address.
Rising Tide Partners began acquiring depressed properties five years ago with the promise of transforming struggling neighborhoods.
A Westmoreland County woman is demanding answers after she said a broken pipe flooded her apartment in Rostraver Township.
The school board in McKeesport has called a special meeting on Wednesday to decide the future of its football coaching staff.
Delta-8 is unregulated and untested, and more and more users are paying the price.
A major healthcare merger is now official.
Representatives from UPMC and Allegheny County Public Safety held a demonstration to encourage firework safety in Pittsburgh.
When you hear you're diagnosed with cancer, it can be overwhelming. It can leave questions, anger and a feeling of seclusion.
Allegheny County health officials said babies who have died from sudden unexpected infant death have more than doubled since 2000.
Lone star ticks have been found in Franklin and Erie counties in Pennsylvania.
Braxton Ashcraft won his fourth consecutive start and the Pittsburgh Pirates defeated the Washington Nationals 7-1.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Luis García Jr. and Daylen Lile each homered twice, and José Tena also went deep for Washington as the Nationals beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 9-5.
Green Oaks Country Club is one of the few courses in the Pittsburgh area that were designed by famed golf architect Donald Ross.
Esmerlyn Valdez tripled, singled and knocked in two runs, Endy Rodriguez and Nick Gonzales homered and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Philadelphia Phillies 6-1 on Thursday.
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.
A major healthcare merger is now official.
The Kroger Company announced the acquisition of Giant Eagle on Wednesday morning.
Schewbel's is closing after 120 years, meaning Giant Eagle will have to find a new bakery to make its branded bread.
A federal judge has extended his block on enforcement of an Ohio law that would require children under 16 to get parental consent to use social media apps while a legal challenge proceeds.
It's shaping up to be a busy holiday weekend across western Pennsylvania, which includes the Westmoreland Arts and Heritage Festival.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were married as they celebrated their wedding with hundreds of guests Friday at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
When are the fireworks tonight in Pittsburgh? Here's what to know about the city's Fourth of July celebration.
Anthrocon 2026, dubbed "Critters, Cryptids and Curses," will return to the David L. Lawrence Convention Center.
Road closures will be in place ahead of the America250PA concert at Point State Park on Saturday, June 27.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Trey Fulbright's forecast!
The city of Pittsburgh temporarily suspended its Fourth of July celebrations on Saturday evening due to the threat of severe weather.
Security cameras can pick up some interesting things, and there is one thing that shows up on cameras that Meteorologist Ray Petelin gets asked about a lot, and today he has the answer.
Stay on top of local weather with meteorologist Mary Ours’s forecast!
KDKA-TV's Cassidy Wood and the Tribune's Chris Adamski discuss the sports topics of the day.
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.
