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Jill Schlesinger reports on a unique job opportunity if you love playing with toys.
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Jill Schlesinger reports on a unique job opportunity if you love playing with toys.
"It may take days or weeks to arrive at a finding, and it may not even be a consequential part of the broader case. But when you find the critical nugget that helps 'crack the case,' it's an awesome and rewarding 'high-five' moment," says Philip Hagen.
"Learning how to prioritize and how to self-direct also are incredibly important. There are so many things to do in a day, you need to determine what truly needs to be done and make sure it actually gets done," says Dr. Buskirk-Cohen.
"You have to be focused on making sure that everyone around the table feels that they are heard. Your job is to empower the team," says Noreen Beaman.
"Getting an additional education and certifications help us find the perfect fit for candidates," says Alex Griffin.
"The HR people like to see a degree because it shows that the applicant can set and achieve a long range goal," says Christopher Porter.
Jill Schlesinger reports.
Jill Scheslinger reports.
"Even for veteran teachers, taking advantage of continuing education opportunities is a great way to re-energize and refresh your praxis," says Lisa Shechtman.
18-year-old Eddie Tuckerman is hard at work, creating new designs for his family's wrapping paper business. Their parents started the business for Eddie and his twin brother Mike. The boys have autism but they've always loved drawing.
Jill Schlesinger reports.
Jill Schlesinger reports.
"Align yourself with superiors who have your best interest at heart—that they are focused on your development and not on their status," says Dr. Marilyn Benoit.
"It is so important to create a healthy environment for team members so that they can reach their full potential at work. Employers and managers need to nurture employees and offer as many health and wellness benefits as they possibly can," says Kelly Maack.
"In today's market it is important that we hire agents who will work at this career full time. The business is getting more and more complicated, and in order to make a great living at this profession, agents need to be experienced in all types of real estate transactions," says John Zeigler.
Jill Schlesinger reports.
Jill Schlesinger reports.
"I firmly believe that a multi-disciplinary, collaborative approach is best when it comes to assessing and treating children and adolescents," says Dr. Kate Altman.
"Our verse as educators is to fan that flame, not to extinguish it. If you love children, if you love to learn and if you have a growth mindset, you are ready to fan the flame of learning," encourages Nicolle Hutchinson.
Jill Schlesinger reports the job with the biggest increase is a business systems analyst.
Jill Schlesinger reports that in a survey by staffing firm Modis, more than 50 percent of those surveyed chose flexible work hours as the perk they most desire.
Jill Schlesinger reports college students can be more thankful than ever this year. Their chances of landing a job after graduation are looking up.
"My goal is to stay on top of changes in healthcare, as well as every industry I work in," says Ed Mamrak.
"It is always a great feeling when you see users find great value in the systems or IT infrastructure you and your team have helped to build," says Ken Lubiski.
After a devastating fire destroyed Mother African Union Church, the historic Wilmington congregation is leaning on its strong foundation as it begins to rebuild.
A 60-year-old man has died after he was hit by a vehicle in North Philadelphia early Monday morning.
Monday will be cooler and less humid in the Philadelphia area.
The Golden Knights had taken a two-games-to-one lead in the Stanley Cup Finals, but Carolina came roaring back, winning three straight to take home their first championship since the 2005-2006 season.
Amad Diallo scored in the 90th minute to lift Ivory Coast to a 1-0 victory over Ecuador in its first World Cup appearance in a dozen years.
After a devastating fire destroyed Mother African Union Church, the historic Wilmington congregation is leaning on its strong foundation as it begins to rebuild.
Three Philadelphia officers are expected to be okay after being shot in the Wynnefield neighborhood while responding to reports that a car "had been shot up."
A 60-year-old man has died after he was hit by a vehicle in North Philadelphia early Monday morning.
Philadelphia is ready for summer and is opening its first public pool of the season.
Monday will be cooler and less humid in the Philadelphia area.
A 60-year-old man has died after he was hit by a vehicle in North Philadelphia early Monday morning.
The Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation played a big role in helping a mother and daughter beat childhood cancer.
A 19-year-old man was shot and killed in Philadelphia's Frankford neighborhood Saturday night, police said.
Two women and a man were hurt in a shooting early Sunday morning in North Philadelphia, police say.
The 51st ODUNDE Festival, the nation's largest African American street festival, spans 16 city blocks and draws food vendors, artists and entertainers from around the country.
Collingswood's Pocket Park will fill with drag performances, local vendors, community speakers and live music for its fifth Annual Pride.
Ten of the 16 stadiums hosting Men's World Cup matches across North America are using Rutgers turfgrass, which is bred at a sprawling 300-acre research farm in Freehold.
Dameon Anderson allegedly murdered Savion Pollard-Poulson inside a grocery store in Philadelphia in April and fled on an electric scooter.
Crews have found the body of Davoris Carter, the 14-year-old who went missing while swimming in Wildwood earlier this month, police said Wednesday.
Cristian Custodio-Aquino faces 30 years in prison for killing Dr. Michael Anthony, who owned Haddon Vet.
After a devastating fire destroyed Mother African Union Church, the historic Wilmington congregation is leaning on its strong foundation as it begins to rebuild.
A driver was hospitalized after a tree service and landscaping truck drove off a bridge in New Castle County, Delaware, police said Friday.
Anticipation grows in Delaware's West African community as the Ivory Coast's national soccer team settles into its Wilmington hotel ahead of the World Cup.
A teenager was arrested after she allegedly stabbed her hairdresser and another person inside a Wilmington hair salon, Delaware State Police said.
Gordon Turner was convicted of murder and other charges after hitting and killing a University of Delaware student with a U-Haul van last year.
Dr. Peter Stafford was working with a missionary group in the Congo when he came down with the virus last month.
A star high school lacrosse player in Delaware is back on the field after a mysterious condition in his jaw turned out to be something much more serious.
Researchers at Penn Medicine say the revolutionary cancer treatment CAR-T therapy may also help patients with kidney failure.
Preliminary research out of Penn Medicine indicates that GLP-1 drugs could prevent breast cancer, but more study is needed.
ChristianaCare Hospital, Aston — Delaware County's first micro-hospital — is expected to treat 15,000 patients annually.
Target is voluntarily recalling two types of baby wipes due to concerns that the products may be contaminated with bacteria that may cause "serious and life-threatening infections," the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said on Friday.
The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board says it will begin approving the extended-hours permits for Philadelphia businesses within the next week.
Two top-rated and critically acclaimed restaurants in the Philadelphia area are receiving a new honor.
Sportswear brand Mitchell & Ness is opening a new three-story flagship store in Center City Philadelphia.
Caesars Entertainment is being acquired for almost $6 billion by Fertitta, the company that owns Las Vegas' Golden Nugget and chains like Rainforest Cafe and Morton's.
Organizers say they want the FIFA Fan Festival in Philadelphia to be "soccer Coachella" for fans from around the world.
SEPTA says it's making improvements to the train station in the South Philadelphia Sports Complex.
A new website helps visitors and residents check traffic conditions before heading to events in Philadelphia this summer.
PennDOT is replacing a bridge built in 1950 that carries State Road across the Darby Creek, linking Upper Darby and Springfield townships.
SEPTA's South Broad Concourse links 15th/City Hall and Walnut-Locust stations and reopened after being closed for six years.
The Golden Knights had taken a two-games-to-one lead in the Stanley Cup Finals, but Carolina came roaring back, winning three straight to take home their first championship since the 2005-2006 season.
Amad Diallo scored in the 90th minute to lift Ivory Coast to a 1-0 victory over Ecuador in its first World Cup appearance in a dozen years.
Jackson Chourio and Blake Perkins homered, Kyle Harrison pitched three-hit ball for six innings and the Brewers tagged Philadelphia Phillies ace Cristopher Sánchez for all their runs in a 4-0 victory.
Jalen Brunson is now an NBA champion and NBA Finals MVP.
The New York Knicks captured their first NBA championship since 1973 with a 94-90 win over the San Antonio Spurs in Game 5 of the NBA Finals on Saturday night.
Taylor Swift became the youngest woman ever inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame Thursday night, at the age of 36.
Taylor Swift attended Game 4 of the NBA Finals between the Knicks and Spurs at Madison Square Garden on Wednesday.
The Godmother of Soul — Philly's own Patti LaBelle — received a Lifetime Achievement Award during the college's Rhythm and RISE celebration.
"Schmigadoon!" — which was tied for the most nominations, with 12 — won Best Musical, and "Liberation" took home the honor of Best Play at the 2026 Tony Awards.
"LUZIA" showcases Mexican culture under the Big Top at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks through June 7.
Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Ukee Washington reports.
Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.
With her Girl Talk mentoring program, one Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
A number of Philadelphia restaurants and chefs are up for prestigious awards including Kalaya for outstanding restaurant.
The Columbia Park Training Facility features a weight room, pool and practice pitch.
The crash happened around three Monday morning West Hunting Park and Fox Street.
Andrew Kozak is tracking storms moving through the Philadelphia region. Here's the NEXT Weather forecast.
A descendant of Betsy Ross recently donated the seamstress's original sewing table to the museum in her former home in the Old City section of Philadelphia.