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Pittsburgh wants more families, but state insurance laws make that harder

Half of states mandate some form of insurance coverage for fertility treatment. Why doesn’t Pennsylvania, with its stagnant population, join them? “Pittsburgh's Public Source is...

Should you swim in Pittsburgh’s rivers?

by Daniel Bain, University of Pittsburgh In May, newly drafted Pittsburgh Steelers offensive guard Gennings Dunker amused Pittsburgh residents during a news segment, asking whether...

In this circle, Black fathers don’t have to carry it alone

At a Kingsley Association meetup, men gather to talk about fatherhood, stress, relationships and the burdens they often face in silence. “Pittsburgh's Public Source is...

The Kingsley Association’s Sneakerball 2026!

MONIQUE HAMLETT, KRISTA WILLIAMSON. (PHOTOS BY BRENDAN TODD) The Kingsley Association held its annual “Sneakerball” fundraiser on May 29, 2026, at Helltown Brewery in the...

Why many older Americans are losing ground even with an 80‑year‑old president

by Nina A. Kohn, Syracuse University and Naomi Cahn, University of Virginia American political leadership skews decidedly older than the population as a whole. President...

New data shows vaccinations uneven at Allegheny County’s public and parochial schools

A long slide in overall school vaccination rates reversed last year, but erosion continued in the youngest grades and some schools are well below...

Parents say paid leave would be a savior, but employers say costs could shut them down

The Allegheny County Board of Health held a hearing on a proposed paid parental leave mandate for all employers, and heard both support and...

The 2026 Pittsburgh Power and Fitness Festival

ERIE’S OWN TOM TAYLOR, left, competes in arm wrestling at the 2026 Pittsburgh Power and Fitness Festival, held at the David L. Lawrence Convention...

The quiet impact hearing loss has on independence – and what helps

(BPT) - For many older adults, independent aging isn't about doing more — it's about continuing to do the things that matter. Talking with...

For Black Trans Women, a Chosen Mother Means Love — and a Vital Line of Defense

Black trans women, in particular, face disproportionate levels of violence in the United States, where over half the country has at least one restrictive...

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