Penguins: DeSmith Out For Remainder Of Playoffs, Jarry 'Day To Day'

Penguins goalie Casey DeSmith is out​ for the remainder of the playoffs, Coach Mike Sullivan said. All-Star Tristan Jarry is 'day to day.'

No Phones At This Pittsburgh-Area High School Next Year: Reports

Students will store their phones and electronic devices in a special pouch​ that the school board will buy for each student, a report said.

These Are Pittsburgh Area's Best High Schools: Niche

Pittsburgh-based data analysis company Niche has released its list of the best high schools in the country and the state.

Duquesne University Adds Three New Women's Varsity Sports Teams

The university is hoping to launch the women's triathlon team by the fall of 2023.

Mars Area High School Hires Eric Kasperowicz As School's Next Football Coach

Former Pine-Richland football coach Eric Kasperowicz will be back on the sidelines in the WPIAL this coming fall.

University Of Pittsburgh Chancellor Patrick Gallagher To Exit

Gallagher, 59, a former federal official, has headed Pitt since 2014.

Pittsburgh-Area Students Treated After Eating Drug-Laced Food

Several middle school students in a Pittsburgh-area school district had to be rushed to the hospital after ingesting "drug-laced edibles."

Amazon CEO's Ex-Wife Gives $10 Million To Pittsburgh Nonprofit

MacKenzie Scott, the ex-wife of Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos, has given Pittsburgh-based Pressley Ridge $10 million.

These Are PA's Best Value Colleges: Study

A new SmartAsset analysis lists the colleges and universities in Pennsylvania that provide students the most value for their money.

Parents Blast Gateway School Board After Man Gets Into Girls' Bathroom

Brian Mintmier allegedly lied his way into Ramsey Elementary in Monroeville, went to a girls’ bathroom, and recorded a 10-year -old student.

Pittsburgh-Area School Principal Gets No Confidence Vote

Teachers have sent school directors in a Pittsburgh-area district a letter indicating no confidence in the school principal.

Duquesne University Breaks Ground On New Medical College

Leaders at Duquesne University gathered on Tuesday morning to break ground on a new medical college on Forbes Avenue.

PA's Bloomsburg, Mansfield, Lock Haven Universities Renamed

State education officials insist that the three universities, which are being combined, will retain their respective identities.

PA College Student Expelled For Offensive Sign At Basketball Game

A Washington & Jefferson College student displayed a sign noting the date a Westminster College player's father died.

Pittsburgh-Area Schools Get Bomb Threat, On Lockdown

A Pittsburgh-area school district is on modified lockdown following the threat that was issued Thursday.

School Van Rolls Over On Pittsburgh Road

A school van is on its side in a city neighborhood, police said.

Steelers Co-Owner's Foundation Gives Sewickley Academy $20M

A foundation run by Steelers minority owner Thomas Tull has given a $20 million grant to the prestigious Pittsburgh school.

Community College Of Allegheny County: Community College Of Allegheny County's COVID Mitigation Effort Makes Strides To Modernize ...

PITTSBURGH, Feb. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Community College of Allegheny County (CCAC) announced it is modernizing buildings across its f ...

Pitt Instructor Apologizes After Comparing Mask-Wearing To The Holocaust

A University of Pittsburgh lecturer is saying sorry after reportedly making controversial comments in the classroom.

Pittsburgh-Area College To Reduce Faculty, Majors

A western Pennsylvania college is downsizing its academic employees and its majors.

Community College Of Allegheny County And Kane Community Living Centers Collaborate On Program To Help Fill Need For CNAs

All Allegheny County residents who would like to become nurse aides are encouraged to apply.

Community College Of Allegheny County Students Interested In A Technology Career Can Apply For A TechWise Scholarship

TechWise will review applications, conduct interviews and make the selections during February.

Pittsburgh Principal Placed On Leave After Violent School Fight

A Pittsburgh Public Schools principal is on leave after a violent fight at her school last week.

Pittsburgh Public Schools Student Writes, Releases Book

Malajsha Mollett is an honor roll student at Pittsburgh Dilworth.

Judge Reinstates Mandatory Masks In Pgh.-Area School District

A federal judge has temporarily halted the Upper St. School District's plan to go a mask-optional policy.

Another Western PA School Mask Policy Challenged In Court

A federal lawsuit has been filed in an attempt to halt the Upper St. Clair School District's plan to go to a mask-optional policy next week.

Gun Found In Pittsburgh High School, Student In Custody

A weapon was discovered in a Pittsburgh high school Tuesday.

Colleges, Universities Welcome Back Students With Mixed COVID-19 Protocols

The University of Pittsburgh is just one of many schools welcoming back students, but their plans to have in-person learning are on pause.

20 Pittsburgh Schools Now Closed Due To COVID-19 Staffing Issues

The number of Pittsburgh schools that have moved to virtual learning because of COVID-19 issues has risen considerably.

COVID-19 Forces A Dozen Pittsburgh Schools To Close

Learning will be virtual Monday for 12 Pittsburgh Public Schools because of staffing shortages.

Pittsburgh-Area School District Bans Spectators From Events

A southwestern Pennsylvania school district won't permit the public to attend district events because of a spike in COVID-19 cases.

TikTok Shooting Threat Impacts Pittsburgh-Area Schools

Heightened security and a move to virtual learning are occurring in many districts because of the TikTok shooting concerns.

TikTok School Shooting Threats Monitored By Pittsburgh Schools

At least one local district has modified its instruction schedule on Friday because of a social media threat.

5 Seneca Valley Students In Line For National Merit Scholarships

The five students are competing for a National Merit special scholarship.

Threats Cause Disruptions To Dozens Of Pittsburgh Schools

The rash of online threats that has prompted an FBI investigation continues to plague southwestern Pennsylvania school districts.

3 Merged Western PA Universities Get New Logos

Get your first look here at the new logos for the California, Clairon and Edinboro branches of Pennsylvania Western University.

PA Supreme Court Restores Statewide School Mask Mandate

The move means the edict will not expire on Dec. 4, as had been planned.

Threat Forces Students Out Of Pittsburgh-Area High School

The students will switch to virtual learning through Wednesday.

Pittsburgh Is Nation's 4th-Best Large City For College: Study

A new report underscores the quality of higher education options in Pittsburgh

2021 College Aid: How Pittsburgh Area Compares In Application Rates

See how FAFSA applications changed for Pittsburgh area high schools.