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New survey finds Allegheny County is a bright spot for summer learning opportunities

WESA 6/3 12:11A Jillian Forstadt

Two in five Allegheny County kids whose parents want to enroll them in summer programs are missing out, according to new data from the national Afterschool Alliance.

While more Pennsylvania students are completing teacher prep programs, educator shortages persist

WESA 5/31 11:32P Jillian Forstadt

The number of students completing teacher preparation programs in Pennsylvania has modestly increased since 2019, but those gains aren’t spread equally across the state.

PPS Summer B.O.O.S.T. didn’t improve test scores. Experts say summer learning matters anyway.

WESA 5/25 11:31P Jillian Forstadt

An independent evaluation of the program found that, compared to students who did not attend B.O.O.S.T. at all, there was no significant impact on reading or math scores.

With teens' input, Pa. AG shares social media recommendations for families and lawmakers

WESA 5/21 11:34P Glynis Board

The state Attorney General's office held a series of conversations with teens over the course of the school year to get insight into their social media use.

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Dig in With Graver: Have a Drink, Bro

Pittsburgh Magazine 6/3 7:47A Kristy Graver

P eter Moore s life hasn t been the same since he ordered a Prosecco at brunch in 2024. His buddies teased him for selecting a fancy Italian sparkling white wine over a more workmanlike brewski. If it...

Dates Announced for the Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival

Pittsburgh Magazine 6/3 7:14A Ollie Gratzinger

PHOTO COURTESY OF PITTSBURGH JAZZ FEST A beloved annual festival is returning to Pittsburgh later this year. The 16th annual Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival, presented by the August Wilson...

10 Organizations Celebrating Black Excellence

Pittsburgh Magazine 6/3 5:34A Ollie Gratzinger

PHOTO COURTESY OF BARREL & FLOW FEST J uneteenth, the federal holiday that commemorates the official end of slavery in the U.S., takes place each year on June 19. The National Museum of African...

12+ things to do this weekend, from Three Rivers Arts Festival and Pittsburgh Pride to the Rockin’...

NEXTpittsburgh 6/3 5:04A Jennifer Baron

Outdoor concerts, amphibian education and boat racing are on tap this weekend.

Support These Queer-Owned Businesses This Month, and All Year

Pittsburgh Magazine 6/3 3:31A Ollie Gratzinger

KARDS UNLIMITED PRIDE DISPLAY | PHOTO BY AMANDA BLAIR F rom restaurants to resource centers, Pittsburgh boasts numerous businesses that are owned by and supportive of the LGBTQ+ community. If you,...

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2025-26 Season in Review: Sam Girard

PensBurgh 6/1 2:55A Adam Gretz

PITTSBURGH, PA - MARCH 22: Samuel Girard #49 of the Pittsburgh Penguins skates during the game against the Carolina Hurricanes at PPG PAINTS Arena on March 22, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo...

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The Penguins need to find their K’Andre Miller type of trade

PensBurgh 5/29 5:42A Jim Rixner

PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - DECEMBER 30: Justin Brazeau #16 of the Pittsburgh Penguins goes for the puck against K'Andre Miller #19 of the Carolina Hurricanes in the first period at PPG PAINTS Arena on...

What should Egor Chinakhov’s next contract look like?

PensBurgh 5/27 4:00A Adam Gretz

PITTSBURGH, PA - APRIL 04: Egor Chinakhov #59 of the Pittsburgh Penguins in action during the game against the Florida Panthers at PPG PAINTS Arena on April 4, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo...

Evgeni Malkin extended for 2026-27, $5.5 million base with incentives

PensBurgh 5/26 8:36A Jim Rixner

PITTSBURGH, PA - APRIL 05: Rickard Rakell #67 of the Pittsburgh Penguins celebrates his first period goal with Evgeni Malkin #71 against the Florida Panthers at PPG PAINTS Arena on April 5, 2026 in...

Malkin contract update: Sides in contact, negotiating money

PensBurgh 5/26 3:44A Jim Rixner

PITTSBURGH, PA - MARCH 31: Pittsburgh Penguins center Evgeni Malkin (71) skates during the second period in the NHL game between the Pittsburgh Penguins and the Detroit Red Wings on March 31, 2026, at...

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