Michelle Malkin: DeVos Support For Common Core Is Concerning
Conservative pundit Michelle Malkin says the nomination of Betsy DeVos for Education Secretary is concerning.
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Young Teachers Turned Off By Testing
Heavy testing in lower grades is causing young teachers to consider leaving the field.
Christie Backing Away From Common Core In New Jersey
New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie announced Thursday that he is ordering his state to back away from the Common Core school standards that he once championed.
Chris Stigall Talks To Erica Clemens From Americans For Prosperity
Chris Stigall talked with Erica Clemens from Americans For Prosperity about the tax burden faced by residents in New Jersey.
Education In The News In 2014
Looking back at the world of education in 2014, there was much activity. Some progress was made but there's still room for improvement.
Pennsylvania Invites Public Feedback On Soon-To-Be Mandatory High School Graduation Tests
Pennsylvania's new statewide curriculum and high school graduation exams have generated so much controversy, the state board of education has launched a website to take public comments.
NJ Senate Candidate Jeff Bell: 'The Federal Government Hasn't Handled A Single Thing Right'
Dom Giordano talked to New Jersey Senate Candidate Jeff Bell on Talk Radio 1210 WPHT. Bell, a Republican, is challenging incumbent Cory Booker in November's election.
The Importance Of STEM In Higher Education
Nearly a decade ago U.S. Congress, warned that America will fall behind in the global economy if its education system doesn't produce more workers with science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) skills.
Will Common Core Better Prepare Students For Careers In STEM Fields?
While many in education and STEM fields embrace the new Common Core standards, many strongly oppose them. Some hold the belief that the Common Core will lead to a national curriculum, others believe the standards are weaker than what states have already implemented.
Will The Next Generation Science Standards Be The Common Core For Science?
American students are falling behind students in other countries on international assessments of math and science. Statistics such as these are driving the call for education reforms to strengthen science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education in the country's schools.
Stigall Show Log 6.19.14
Chris covers the US Patent Office canceling the Washington Redskins trademarks, the latest in the Lois Lerner email scandal, and Louisiana Bobby Jindal ending the state's participation in Common Core. He also talks to comedian Bobby Lee, who will be performing at Helium Comedy Club this weekend.
Conservative Columnist Malkin: Little Recourse For Employees To Stand Up To 'Big Labor'
Chris Stigall talked to syndicated conservative columnist Michelle Malkin on Talk Radio 1210 WPHT about a rally Americans For Prosperity are holding in Harrisburg to support the Paycheck Protection Act.
Reading A Novel May Be Good For Your Brain
Is reading a good book one of your greatest pleasures? New research suggests that reading novels is more than entertainment; it seems to be good for the brain.
Educational Advancements In 2013
As the year ends, let's look at what priorities have emerged in education.
Soon-To-Be-Released Book On New York City Schools Echoes Situation In Philadelpia
A former New York City teacher is out with a no-holds-barred memoir/slash/manifesto about what ails public schools.
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Fans send off Eagles in style to Arizona for Super Bowl LVII
Just eight days left until kickoff between the Eagles and the Chiefs. The Birds are flying out Sunday.
Super Bowl-bound Eagles are built around QB Jalen Hurts
Hurts would win any Philly most-popular athlete poll these days —- well, it is football season — and the third-year quarterback has the Eagles just one win away from only their second Super Bowl victory in franchise history.
22 dead in Chile, as firefighters battle dozens of wildfires
Chile's government extended an emergency declaration to another region as wildfires continue to rage.
Suspect taken into custody after deadly Rite Aid stabbing in Fairhill
The suspect was taken to the Homicide Unit for questioning and police say a knife was recovered at the scene.
Girl dies, pregnant mom and baby injured in Delaware crash
Police said impairment appeared to be a factor and that criminal charges were pending for the 19-year-old driver.
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Fans send off Eagles in style to Arizona for Super Bowl LVII
Just eight days left until kickoff between the Eagles and the Chiefs. The Birds are flying out Sunday.
Super Bowl-bound Eagles are built around QB Jalen Hurts
Hurts would win any Philly most-popular athlete poll these days —- well, it is football season — and the third-year quarterback has the Eagles just one win away from only their second Super Bowl victory in franchise history.
22 dead in Chile, as firefighters battle dozens of wildfires
Chile's government extended an emergency declaration to another region as wildfires continue to rage.
Suspect taken into custody after deadly Rite Aid stabbing in Fairhill
The suspect was taken to the Homicide Unit for questioning and police say a knife was recovered at the scene.
Girl dies, pregnant mom and baby injured in Delaware crash
Police said impairment appeared to be a factor and that criminal charges were pending for the 19-year-old driver.
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Fans send off Eagles in style to Arizona for Super Bowl LVII
Just eight days left until kickoff between the Eagles and the Chiefs. The Birds are flying out Sunday.
Super Bowl-bound Eagles are built around QB Jalen Hurts
Hurts would win any Philly most-popular athlete poll these days —- well, it is football season — and the third-year quarterback has the Eagles just one win away from only their second Super Bowl victory in franchise history.
Suspect taken into custody after deadly Rite Aid stabbing in Fairhill
The suspect was taken to the Homicide Unit for questioning and police say a knife was recovered at the scene.
Powerball jackpot at $700 million for Saturday night drawing
No one has hit the lottery jackpot since November.
Man shot, killed in West Philadelphia, police say
Police arrived at the scene at 40th and Market Streets just before 9:30 p.m. Friday.
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Powerball jackpot at $700 million for Saturday night drawing
No one has hit the lottery jackpot since November.
NEXT Weather: Cold Saturday before the big warm-up
Don't forget your jacket! It's going to be a cold weekend before warmer air is on its way.
New Jersey man dies on mission in Ukraine
Global Response Medicine says its founder, 33-year-old Pete Reed from Bordentown, was killed Thursday while rendering aid in Bakhmut.
Off-duty Pemberton Township police patrolman dies following car crash
The crash happened along Jackson Road near the Atco Speedway in Waterford Township.
New Jersey man accused of paying hit man $20,000 to kill a 14-year-old
Musbach allegedly began searching for ways to have the teenager killed after he was charged with child pornography.
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Girl dies, pregnant mom and baby injured in Delaware crash
Police said impairment appeared to be a factor and that criminal charges were pending for the 19-year-old driver.
Gas prices climb amidst weather, demand, refinery maintenance
After hitting a record high last summer, gas prices dropped dramatically in the fall but are now marching higher again.
Cyberattack disrupts ChristianaCare's public website
A release on the company's website says the attack is consistent with other incidents that were reported by healthcare organizations around the world this week.
Delaware Gov. John Carney tests positive for COVID-19
Delaware Governor John Carney says he has tested positive for COVID-19. The governor says he had mild symptoms and tested positive using an at-home test Friday night.
Effort to legalize recreational weed in Delaware begins anew
A bill authorizing the creation of a state-licensed recreational marijuana industry in Delaware cleared a Democrat-led House committee on Tuesday.
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Philadelphia METAvivor gala fights stage 4 breast cancer
The gala raises funds specifically for research focused on stage 4 breast cancer.
Here is what to look out for as temperatures drop significantly
People are bundled up at Dilworth Plaza where this sudden burst of cold weather can potentially be dangerous. The risk for hypothermia increases significantly when your body gets too cold.
NJ woman shares battle with heart disease on "Wear Red Day"
Friday, the American Heart Association aims to raise awareness about the special issues women face with heart disease.
February is American Heart Month, and Friday is "Wear Red Day"
It's part of the American Heart Association's "Go Red for Women" campaign to raise awareness about cardiovascular disease and save lives.
CDC warns about eye drops linked to dangerous infections, death
The national public health agency is investigating dozens of eye infections linked to permanent vision loss and hospitalizations.
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3 South Jersey Bed Bath & Beyond stores closing, 87 nationwide
They are among 36 New Jersey stores closing and there's a large number of stores in New York.
Local restaurants prepare for NFC championship business boom
Bars, restaurants and taverns are ready to make some bucks off the big game.
N.R.S Boutique takes oversized vintage Eagles gear to makes them more fashion-forward
N.R.S Boutique takes oversized vintage Eagles gear and makes them more fashion-forward and feminine looking.
Eagles fans already stocking up on food for NFC championship parties, tailgates
Eagles fans are already stocking up on food from local gems for all those watch parties and tailgates.
Microsoft outage: Users have issues with Teams, Outlook, Xbox
There were thousands of reported outages with Microsoft Teams, Outlook, Azure and other services early Wednesday.
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SEPTA partnership to raise awareness on human trafficking
The National Human Trafficking Hotline will now be shared on all of SEPTA's digital screens and standard signage.
SEPTA's current bus system is broken, GM Leslie Richards says
SEPTA's CEO and GM attended a remote hearing with Philadelphia City Council and state lawmakers on Monday.
1 injured West Philadelphia crash involving SEPTA bus
The bus was not in service, so no passengers were on board.
SEPTA working to bring historic trolley rides back to Philly
The goal is to bring back the trolley cars that once ran all along Girard Avenue from Fishtown and Port Richmond to West Philadelphia.
Atlantic City Expressway reopens after crash in Winslow Township injured 3
The crash involving two vehicles happened just before 5 p.m. east of Exit 38.
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Super Bowl-bound Eagles are built around QB Jalen Hurts
Hurts would win any Philly most-popular athlete poll these days —- well, it is football season — and the third-year quarterback has the Eagles just one win away from only their second Super Bowl victory in franchise history.
Watch HBCU basketball: Grambling State at Alabama State
We're streaming two games between Alabama State and Grambling State
The 6 degrees of Kevin Bacon to Eagles' "It's a Philly thing" motto
Here's how you can connect Kevin Bacon – yes, the actor – to the Eagles' playoff motto.
Embiid's double-double keys 76ers as Spurs drop 8th straight
Tyrese Maxey had 25 points and James Harden added 16 for Philadelphia, which has the third-best record in the Eastern Conference.
Sisters of Saint Francis of Philadelphia updates Eagles prayer
The sisters recited an Eagles prayer they wrote in 2018, but updated some of the words to reflect this thrilling season.
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How Gina Zo found her dress for 65th Annual Grammy Awards
Zo reached out to the students in the fashion design program at Thomas Jefferson University.
2023 Grammys: How to watch Beyoncé vs. Adele, Bad Bunny and more
Beyoncé and Adele will once again contend for top honors, while Lizzo and Harry Styles return and Bad Bunny makes history.
M. Night Shyamalan on his new movie Knock at the Cabin
Local director M. Night Shyamalan spoke with us about his new movie, "Knock at the Cabin."
Miles, Keleigh Teller star in Super Bowl Bud Light commercial
The Super Bowl commercial "Hold" debuted Thursday.
These Super Bowl LVII toy figures are for winners only
Mattel is making "Little People" figures to commemorate Super Bowl LVII, but only for the winner of the Eagles-Chiefs matchup.
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Local nonprofit delivers early Christmas gift to man battling congenital heart disease
Ukee Washington reports.
Camden woman made it her life's mission to help her community after losing husband to gun violence
Natasha Brown reports.
Brotherly Love: Saving Grace Ministry helps children and their families coping with trauma
Natasha Brown reports.
Fairhill nonprofit's youth artist program "empowers" teens
Natasha Brown reports.
Sinister Mopar to host car show with a cause at Clementon Lake Park in South Jersey
Ukee Washington reports.
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2 local high school students create nationally recognized non-partisan organization for polling
Patriot Polling is a non-partisan organization that uses a third-party cold-calling system to survey voters across the nation.
Philly high school sophomore has his own sweatshirt line
Anthony Caple says he'd rather wear his own "5 Star" sweatshirt line than something from Gucci.
Focusing on the Future: Deptford Middle School transforms old library into classroom cafe
While you wait to be served, you might just get to hear a tune by Mr. A.
Focusing on the Future: Using body language to teach art
Erica Mandell is an award-winning Philadelphia art teacher. Here's more on the interesting way she communicates with her students.
Local farmer hopes to inspire younger generation to explore non-traditional career opportunities
In this week's Focusing on the Future, we're learning about students who are looking at non-traditional career opportunities.
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NEXT Weather: Next chance rain
Tammie Souza reports.
BHM: Honoring leaders & legends in Fairmount Park
Philadelphia leaders are sharing an interactive exhibit for families at the Smith Memorial Playground.
Prom dress giveaway in Delaware County
A Delaware County community came together Saturday to help those in need of prom essentials.
Warning of counterfeit merchandise ahead of Super Bowl LVII
Homeland security investigators are warning of counterfeit merchandise.
Meet and greet with Eagles' Brandon Graham in Northeast Philadelphia
Fans got a chance to meet Eagles' Brandon Graham at Bill's Sports Cards in Northeast Philadelphia.