Teachers keep lessons of 9/11 alive for a new generation
Teachers from across the U.S. this summer took part in a program for educators at the 9/11 Memorial and Museum.
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Teachers from across the U.S. this summer took part in a program for educators at the 9/11 Memorial and Museum.
A U.S. district judge said a 2023 Florida law restricting pronouns that transgender teachers can use to identify themselves violates a federal civil-rights law — but the outcome of the issue might ultimately hinge on an appeals-court ruling in a Georgia case.
A witness told police she saw the teacher throw the shoe "hard" with one hand over her head, hitting the victim in the ear.
Craig Rogers' arrest Tuesday at an extended-stay motel has left neighbors and educators grappling with disbelief.
The pronoun restrictions were part of a series of controversial measures that Gov. Ron DeSantis and Republican lawmakers have approved in recent years that focus on transgender people — and have drawn legal challenges.
Traci Young-Byron says seeing her students accomplish their dreams keeps her motivated.
Sen. Corey Simon argues that while standardized tests serve a purpose, they should not be the sole factor determining a student's ability to graduate.
According to the arrest documents, the man was a staff member of Pinecrest Cove Preparatory Academy.
According to BCPS, the man has been working as a social sciences teacher at J.P. Taravella High since March 2022.
Jeffrey Vergara, 23, was arrested following an investigation.
Karlton Odell Johnson allegedly claimed he was "a reserve deputy and that he was Shaquille O'Neal's cousin."
Jim talks to Karla Hernandez-Mats, the President of the United Teachers of Dade, about the special election vote held among teachers which soundly defeated efforts of The Freedom Foundation, a right-wing think tank, to decertify the county's teachers union.
Jim talks to Karla Hernandez-Mats, the President of the United Teachers of Dade, about the special election vote held among teachers which soundly defeated efforts of The Freedom Foundation, a right-wing think tank, to decertify the county's teachers union.
Members of the United Teachers of Dade (UTD) overwhelmingly ratified a new contract Thursday night, with 82.88% voting in favor.
United Teachers of Dade reached a tentative agreement with Miami-Dade County Public Schools after months of negotiations.
A federal judge this week refused to toss out a lawsuit challenging a controversial Florida law, saying plaintiffs "plausibly" alleged the law violates protections against workplace discrimination.
The case alleges the restrictions violate the teachers' First Amendment rights and run afoul of a federal civil-rights law.
Jim DeFede talks to Karla Hernandez-Mats, President of the United Teachers of Dade, and Alicia Gant, a teacher at Barbara Goleman Senior High, who is soon leaving the district to become a teacher in Washington DC.
Fifty-seven South Florida teachers were chosen as teacher of the year at their respective schools. Speakers were invited to talk about the special teachers in their lives. The teachers were treated to raffle prizes including a $5,000 check won by Carla Prado. Congratulations to her.
A new report from the National Education Association shows Florida ranks 50th for teacher pay
A new report from the National Education Association shows Florida ranks 50th for teacher pay
Board member Torey Alston is expected to make his case during Tuesday's board meeting
Boris Bastidas was named the school's educator of the year in 2023, according to a Chaminade-Madonna Instagram post.
Police stated that the relationship started out in a "maternal" fashion before the teacher began kissing the student on school grounds.
Jim DeFede goes one-on-one with the president of the Miami-Dade Education Coalition, a group trying to replace the teachers union in Miami-Dade County.
Nathan Chasing Horse's defense attorney said prosecutors would present no evidence of the allegations, including no DNA evidence or eyewitnesses.
The Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office says it's investigating a fatal shooting that took place in Brownsville early Wednesday morning.
President Trump will address the gathering of world leaders, CEOs and policymakers as America's allies balk at his efforts to acquire Greenland.
At least one federal lawsuit and two bills in Congress aim to strip President Trump's name from the exterior sign at the Kennedy Center.
Republicans escalated the standoff with Bill and Hillary Clinton after they refused to appear in person before the committee.
The Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office says it's investigating a fatal shooting that took place in Brownsville early Wednesday morning.
President Trump will address the gathering of world leaders, CEOs and policymakers as America's allies balk at his efforts to acquire Greenland.
Nathan Chasing Horse's defense attorney said prosecutors would present no evidence of the allegations, including no DNA evidence or eyewitnesses.
At least one federal lawsuit and two bills in Congress aim to strip President Trump's name from the exterior sign at the Kennedy Center.
Republicans escalated the standoff with Bill and Hillary Clinton after they refused to appear in person before the committee.
A former prison guard trainee has been sentenced to death for the 2019 execution-style killings of five women inside a Florida bank.
Florida coach Billy Napier is getting a fourth season to try to get the Gators back to their winning ways.
A Florida man has filed a federal lawsuit against Jacksonville sheriff's officers who severely beat him last year after he ran from a traffic stop.
The Marion County Sheriff's deputy told authorities that he accidentally shot and killed his girlfriend while cleaning his gun.
The American Automobile Association said this is a dangerous time of year for young drivers.
President Trump will address the gathering of world leaders, CEOs and policymakers as America's allies balk at his efforts to acquire Greenland.
At least one federal lawsuit and two bills in Congress aim to strip President Trump's name from the exterior sign at the Kennedy Center.
Republicans escalated the standoff with Bill and Hillary Clinton after they refused to appear in person before the committee.
After returning to Joint Base Andrews, President Trump departed for Davos about one hour later aboard a second aircraft.
Vice President JD Vance and second lady Usha Vance announced they are expecting their fourth child.
Jim DeFede discusses Governor Ron DeSantis' eighth and final State of the State address with House Speaker Danny Perez.
On Facing South Florida, Jim DeFede spoke with Miami Herald Latin America reporter Antonio Maria Delgado about Delcy Rodríguez's growing control in Venezuela.
On Facing South Florida, Jim DeFede speaks with former interim Venezuelan president Juan Guaidó about Nicolas Maduro's capture.
In a special live episode, Jim DeFede brings us the latest developments and the fallout following the Saturday morning strikes.
Jim Defede's guest this week on Facing South Florida is James Fishback, a Republican candidate for the Florida governor's office.
Roughly 1.4 million fewer Americans have signed up for an Affordable Care Act plan as expiring tax breaks drive up premiums.
The largest nurses strike ever in New York City is underway as thousands of NYSNA members walk off their jobs at major hospitals.
After the ACA tax credit lapsed in December, enrollees are opting for less robust health plans or dropping coverage altogether.
New research recommends against drinking coffee or tea served by airlines, urging travelers to stick to bottled water.
In his new wellness book, "Eat Your Ice Cream," Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel goes beyond the basics of eating, exercise and sleep, to the importance of being happy, social engagement, and recommended behaviors (like "don't be a schmuck") that can benefit longevity.
These gifts from Stanley, Apple, AllTrails and more won't bust your budget.
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Just in time for the holiday season, Nintendo has released Nintendo Switch bundles and special editions.
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Discover the best tech gifts during the 2024 holiday season that your friends and loved ones will absolutely adore.
A lawsuit filed late last month took Chicago-based McDonald's to task over the McRib sandwich, calling its name a form of false advertising.
Florida insurance policyholders could be seeing some form of relief in their wallets thanks to market reforms made statewide, Gov. Ron DeSantis said.
The company said Tuesday that 85% of its retail products and "nearly all" of its school offerings are already made without "certified colors."
Less than two days after Delta Air Lines offered $30,000 to each passenger on board the flight that crashed and flipped in Toronto on Monday afternoon, the company is facing its first two lawsuits in the incident — and they likely won't be the last.
Activists are calling for a nationwide boycott of Target stores following the company's decision to roll back its diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
A judge has ordered that actor Timothy Busfield be released from jail during a detention hearing on child sex abuse charges.
An assistant for "Queer Eye" star Karamo Brown told "CBS Mornings" he would not be joining Tuesday's interview with the cast ahead of the release of the series' 10th and final season.
The publisher of the Daily Mail tabloid denies claims by Prince Harry and other celebrities of "unlawful information gathering."
Another allegation against Busfield was reported to law enforcement the same day he turned himself in, according to a court filing.
In a video provided to TMZ on Tuesday, Timothy Busfield said the allegations "are all lies."