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Pa. House Democrats float $5.1 billion plan to lift state’s poorest schools
Democratic lawmakers in Harrisburg took the first steps last week to provide $5.1 billion in new funding for Pennsylvania public schools to close a gap between the wealthiest and poorest districts that a court last year declared unconstitutional. The legislation in the state House, proposed by Rep. Mike Sturla, D-Lancaster,...
Did you recently graduate from a Pittsburgh college? Talk to us.
PublicSource wants to know about recent grads’ career paths and degree satisfaction. The post Did you recently graduate from a Pittsburgh college? Talk to us. appeared first on PublicSource. PublicSource is a nonprofit news organization serving the Pittsburgh region. Visit www.publicsource.org to read more.
‘Positive culture shock’ spells challenges and triumphs for Afghan teen students
Refugee families often depend on school-age children to navigate the unfamiliar language, customs and agencies of their adopted city. Pittsburgh area schools and nonprofits are working to bridge the gaps. The post ‘Positive culture shock’ spells challenges and triumphs for Afghan teen students appeared first on PublicSource. PublicSource is a nonprofit news organization serving the Pittsburgh region. Visit www.publicsource.org to read more.
The FAFSA crisis casts cloud of uncertainty over Pittsburgh high schoolers, universities
A revamped financial aid application process was supposed to smoothen the college enrollment process. A glitchy rollout this year has instead left many in the dark about their funding options. The post The FAFSA crisis casts cloud of uncertainty over Pittsburgh high schoolers, universities appeared first on PublicSource. PublicSource is a nonprofit news organization serving the Pittsburgh region. Visit www.publicsource.org to read more.
Shuman reopening delayed as operator countersues Allegheny County
Adelphoi said in the legal filing that council acted on “biased, discriminatory and improper motives” when it voted to sue the county administration to void a contract that former County Executive Rich Fitzgerald awarded to Adelphoi in 2023. The post Shuman reopening delayed as operator countersues Allegheny County appeared first on PublicSource. PublicSource is a nonprofit news organization serving the Pittsburgh region. Visit www.publicsource.org to read more.
A Berkeley-born spirit, I found the deepest healing in a McKees Rocks circle
Some of the women shared back their experiences with chronic disease. One pulled out of the circle, embraced me and prayed for me. The spirituality of the circle, which I had thought I understood, came alive and vibrant in a way I could not have seen before. The post A Berkeley-born spirit, I found the deepest healing in a McKees Rocks circle appeared first on PublicSource. PublicSource is a nonprofit news organization serving the Pittsburgh region. Visit www.publicsource.org to read more.
Marching to a new beat: Pittsburgh’s Perry High is a rare enrollment winner
Community organizations and school staff join forces to reimagine the district’s North Side high school by confronting issues of attendance and infractions — and creating opportunities. The post Marching to a new beat: Pittsburgh’s Perry High is a rare enrollment winner appeared first on PublicSource. PublicSource is a nonprofit news organization serving the Pittsburgh region. Visit www.publicsource.org to read more.
Unhealthy housing may be subject of new Allegheny County committee
In a reversal from past administrations, County Executive Sara Innamorato and the Board of Health plan to create a panel to look at housing health codes and enforcement. The post Unhealthy housing may be subject of new Allegheny County committee appeared first on PublicSource. PublicSource is a nonprofit news organization serving the Pittsburgh region. Visit www.publicsource.org to read more.
Bill to expand Medicaid maternity care to cover doula services passes in Pa. House
“Doulas can play a critical role in filling this gap in these deserts, and because of their close proximity to their clients they are able to track early warning signs of mental health concerns, as well as guiding them to proper resources to receive the care that they need.” — Rep. Morgan Cephas, D-Philadelphia The post Bill to expand Medicaid maternity care to cover doula services passes in Pa. House appeared first on PublicSource. PublicSource is a nonprofit news organization serving the Pittsburgh region. Visit www.publicsource.org to read more.
Will our weather worsen? What to do before, during and after the flood.
One of the wettest Aprils to date flooded much of Point State Park, rendered roads and bridges undrivable and left residents dealing with transportation problems, insurance questions and damage to their homes. When roads close and homes flood, it’s hard to find the information needed to move forward. In preparation for the next downpour, here are answers to questions that emerged from PublicSource’s outreach to readers affected by the rain. The post Will our weather worsen? What to do before, during and after the flood. appeared first on PublicSource. PublicSource is a nonprofit news organization serving the Pittsburgh region. Visit www.publicsource.org to read more.
Presidential pay soars above inflation at Pitt, CMU, while faculty wages lag behind
University leaders, much like company executives, have enjoyed soaring pay hikes during the past decade. Some question whether the corporate model aligns with the goals of higher ed. The post Presidential pay soars above inflation at Pitt, CMU, while faculty wages lag behind appeared first on PublicSource. PublicSource is a nonprofit news organization serving the Pittsburgh region. Visit www.publicsource.org to read more.
As autistic children in Allegheny County face perils, high needs and waiting lists, providers look for solutions
When Kelly Cain, the mother of an autistic child in Pittsburgh, founded the Autism Caring Center in 2017, her goal was to help parents and families with autistic children feel like they had a safe place to receive support. What started as a resource for people who understood the ins and outs of autism grew into a mission to educate those in her larger community who didn’t.
Innamorato focus on ‘new voices’ reaches into boards heavy with longtime hands
“If people are contributing in a meaningful way, have a passion for the work, bring great ideas and talent, we don’t want to push them away because of an arbitrary limit on the time they can serve.” — Allegheny County spokesperson Abigail Gardner The post Innamorato focus on ‘new voices’ reaches into boards heavy with longtime hands appeared first on PublicSource. PublicSource is a nonprofit news organization serving the Pittsburgh region. Visit www.publicsource.org to read more.
‘Good position’ or looming crisis? City Hall divide emerges over Pittsburgh finances
The City of Pittsburgh needs to further communicate with residents about coming challenges, City Controller Rachael Heisler said. “If they have a pothole or a rough street that they’re hoping to get fixed, it’s probably not going to happen until at least 2027.” The post ‘Good position’ or looming crisis? City Hall divide emerges over Pittsburgh finances appeared first on PublicSource. PublicSource is a nonprofit news organization serving the Pittsburgh region. Visit www.publicsource.org to read more.
Autism support in Pittsburgh: Where to go, what to ask, what’s available?
"Not everyone with autism has 'savant' characteristics or extraordinary skills, like in 'Rain Man.' Not everyone with autism is emotionally distant, like in 'The Good Doctor.' And not everyone with autism has an intellectual disability." The post Autism support in Pittsburgh: Where to go, what to ask, what’s available? appeared first on PublicSource. PublicSource is a nonprofit news organization serving the Pittsburgh region. Visit www.publicsource.org to read more.
More professors lack job security. How does that impact teaching, learning and working in Pittsburgh?
As tenured faculty positions dwindle, universities turn to cost-saving adjunct instructors. For some, these shaky contracts force frugal living and restrictive classroom messaging. The post More professors lack job security. How does that impact teaching, learning and working in Pittsburgh? appeared first on PublicSource. PublicSource is a nonprofit news organization serving the Pittsburgh region. Visit www.publicsource.org to read more.
My American Dream ended on a deflated air mattress in a run-down Squirrel Hill apartment
I wanted to be hopeful; I needed to be. It was not until we visited Downtown that I realized how bad the socioeconomic situation in Pittsburgh actually was. The post My American Dream ended on a deflated air mattress in a run-down Squirrel Hill apartment appeared first on PublicSource. PublicSource is a nonprofit news organization serving the Pittsburgh region. Visit www.publicsource.org to read more.
EQT says fracked gas is a climate solution, but scientists call that deceptive greenwashing
“We need to get to net zero by the middle of the century, and a large expansion of natural gas just is not consistent with that,” said Paulina Jaramillo, a professor of engineering and public policy at Carnegie Mellon University. The post EQT says fracked gas is a climate solution, but scientists call that deceptive greenwashing appeared first on PublicSource. PublicSource is a nonprofit news organization serving the Pittsburgh region. Visit www.publicsource.org to read more.
In no-suspense presidential primaries, Allegheny County map shows weaknesses for both Trump and Biden
Voters that showed up for low-turnout primaries Tuesday determined the course of several state legislative races and propelled U.S. Rep. Summer Lee toward a second term in Congress. They also may have sent a message to President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump, who had each already secured enough delegates to be nominated for president in the Nov. 5 General Election.
Live primary results: Summer Lee nominated to serve second term in Congress
Pennsylvania voters went to the polls today to choose party nominees for the 2024 General Election. The White House, congressional seats, seats in the Pennsylvania House and Senate and state row offices were on the ballot. The post Live primary results: Summer Lee nominated to serve second term in Congress appeared first on PublicSource. PublicSource is a nonprofit news organization serving the Pittsburgh region. Visit www.publicsource.org to read more.
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