3 Pittsburgh organizations working to increase access to mental health services
From providing therapy to training providers, three local organizations are working to close the gap in services.
08 Jul 2021
Inclusionary zoning is bringing affordable housing to Lawrenceville. Is the rest of Pittsburgh next?
State Rep. Ed Gainey, who will likely be Pittsburgh’s next mayor, says he supports expanding inclusionary zoning throughout the city.
21 Jun 2021
Local psychiatrist shares 8 tips to cope during the aftermath of Covid
After a year of treating patients via screens and phones, a psychiatrist urges self-care, mutual aid and basic generosity.
15 Jun 2021
Pittsburgh environmental groups are prioritizing underserved communities
UpstreamPgh’s effort is part of a new trend among local environmental nonprofits and city agencies to map out where the area’s environmental problems intersect with the human needs that environmental solutions could address.
01 Jun 2021
Peduto and Gainey reflect on a historic election and the transition of power
As Pittsburgh faces decisions about policing, federal funds and affordable housing, Pittsburgh's mayor and his likely replacement mull a coming transition amid a volatile political climate.
25 May 2021
Ed Gainey poised to make history as Pittsburgh’s first Black mayor
State Rep. Ed Gainey defeated Mayor Bill Peduto in Tuesday’s Democratic primary, clearing a path to become Pittsburgh’s first Black mayor and signaling a shift in the city’s politics.
19 May 2021
How local foundations are changing to address racial inequities
As industries grapple with racial inequities highlighted by the pandemic and protests for racial justice, recent promises by philanthropic organizations suggest positive steps.
13 May 2021
4 Pittsburgh stories about anti-Asian racism and healing
“Then the next thing I knew when I was looking forward, he aimed his pistol at me, and he was about to shoot me."
26 Apr 2021
3 local artists who are drawing attention to Pittsburgh’s pollution problems
On April 13, the Office of Public Art is convening a panel of three Pittsburgh artists who undertook projects in conjunction with area nonprofits.
12 Apr 2021
A Pittsburgh high school teacher looks back at one year of teaching online
"I imagine that every student, educator and partner will return to our buildings with a renewed sense of purpose, appreciation and perspective as we come closer to the end of this chapter in our lives."
29 Mar 2021