For months, questions surrounding Pennsylvania's state budget have been looming. Now, the impacts are starting to hit home, especially for public organizations that depend heavily on state funding.

Pittsburgh Public Schools is among those feeling the pressure. The district is enacting emergency financial measures as the state budget impasse drags on for over 100 days.

In response to the lack of a finalized state budget, the district announced a freeze on new contracts, non-essential purchases, travel, and hiring outside of direct classroom needs.

"When adults don't do their jobs, kids get harmed, and right now, kids are being harmed," said Gene Walker, School Board Director for District 9.

According to Walker, the district is acting to protect essential services, especially since a lar

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