SisTers PGH works to change the experience of transitioning in Pittsburgh
A spot on a statewide commission and a new grant "gave me the hope to keep going,” says Ciora Thomas.
11 Oct 2018
How Friendship Community Church serves its growing and diverse community
“I wouldn't know what to do without it,” says Kelly Brookings, who uses programs ranging from tutoring to continuing education.
24 Sep 2018
15 of the best coworking spaces in Pittsburgh
How to choose among the many coworking spaces in Pittsburgh? We're here to help, from cost to amenities such as free beer on tap.
22 Aug 2018
The ever-cool Andre Perry on growing up in Wilkinsburg, gentrification in Pittsburgh and his work in DC
Education expert Andre Perry brings his research and powerful ideas to his native Pittsburgh on July 28, offering promising paths forward for many neighborhoods.
25 Jun 2018
International Free Expression Project launches to make Pittsburgh a global center of free speech
As our country and others around the world grapple with attacks on free speech, the IFEP launches to spark discussion and protect this cornerstone of democracy.
25 Jun 2018
Pittsburgh Connector aims to help foreign-born professionals build solid networks in Pittsburgh
One conversation leads to another and another: That's how the Pittsburgh Connector plans to help skilled immigrants thrive in their new home of Pittsburgh.
25 Jun 2018
How Summer Lee won the primary and what she’s going to do next
“Summer said things that were so profound I had to write them down,” says Daniel Moraff, who encouraged Lee to run for office.
18 Jun 2018
Reconstruction planned for East Liberty apartments with rents expected to remain affordable
Current residents will get help finding temporary homes, then be welcomed back into the new complex of affordable and market-rate units.
10 Jun 2018
Remake Learning grants $400,000 to groups throughout the Pittsburgh region
The nonprofit organization hopes to create new learning paradigms with micro-grants funded by The Grable Foundation.
25 May 2018
Capital investment in Western PA reached $5.5 billion, IT most active segment
Spearheaded by the technology boom in Pittsburgh, the region continues to attract businesses despite Pennsylvania’s corporate tax rate.
24 May 2018