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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.
Wednesday in the Philadelphia region will be another brutally cold morning with lows in the teens.
The Recording Academy's Philadelphia Chapter honored several nominees before the 2026 Grammy Awards.
The Philadelphia region has experienced quite a dose of winter weather over the last few weeks — from sleet to snow to a deep freeze.
After returning to Joint Base Andrews, President Trump departed for Davos about one hour later aboard a second aircraft.
Devin Booker scored 27 points as the Suns beat the 76ers 116-110 on Tuesday night in a matchup of teams playing the second game of a back-to-back.
Philadelphia could see the heaviest snow of the season this weekend, but it all depends on the storm's track. Here's what we know.
Wednesday in the Philadelphia region will be another brutally cold morning with lows in the teens.
Lehigh County Controller Mark Pinsley says the Department of Homeland Security owes over $100,000 in rent to the county.
The Recording Academy's Philadelphia Chapter honored several nominees before the 2026 Grammy Awards.
The Philadelphia region has experienced quite a dose of winter weather over the last few weeks — from sleet to snow to a deep freeze.
The Recording Academy's Philadelphia Chapter honored several nominees before the 2026 Grammy Awards.
The Philadelphia region has experienced quite a dose of winter weather over the last few weeks — from sleet to snow to a deep freeze.
After a dramatic growth spurt and work at Ascent Athlete, St. Joe's Prep pitcher Cole Kuhn is throwing the baseball world a major curveball.
Lehigh County Controller Mark Pinsley says the Department of Homeland Security owes over $100,000 in rent to the county.
Police say a teenage driver turned himself in for the Dec. 20, 2025, hit-and-run that killed June Rodriguez, a DJ at Bob and Barbara's Lounge.
A new law in New Jersey requires people to have licenses, registration and insurance to operate e-bikes.
Philadelphia could see the heaviest snow of the season this weekend, but it all depends on the storm's track. Here's what we know.
Mikie Sherrill was inaugurated on Tuesday morning in Newark, becoming the first Democratic woman to hold New Jersey's highest office.
Students in New Jersey will soon learn cursive in school, thanks to a law signed by Gov. Phil Murphy.
New Jersey will soon have its first female Democratic governor. Mikie Sherrill will be sworn into office Tuesday, succeeding Gov. Phil Murphy.
Philadelphia could see the heaviest snow of the season this weekend, but it all depends on the storm's track. Here's what we know.
Delaware State Corp. Matthew Snook was shot and killed inside a Wilmington DMV in late December 2025.
New Castle County Police are searching for Richard Kirchner, of Elkton, Maryland, after he allegedly ripped off several homeowners.
U.S. Army Lt. Col. Louis E. Roemer, who died as a POW during World War II, has been officially accounted for.
A flock in Kent County, Delaware, tested presumptive positive for avian influenza, officials say.
A Philadelphia doctor said some chatbots can be dangerous for children.
A special art show at Bryn Mawr Rehab Hospital aims to raise community awareness about cognitive and physical disabilities.
A special group of students in West Philadelphia received a surprise celebration on Friday before heading to college Monday.
New Jersey has confirmed its first pediatric flu death of the 2025-26 season, which health leaders warn has been seeing cases spread at alarming rates.
Whether you have COVID or the common cold, doctors say it's important to know what you have so you get the right kind of treatment.
Former Sheetz president and CEO Steve Sheetz has died at age 77, the Altoona-based company announced on Monday.
The post-Christmas return rush was underway at shops and malls across the Philadelphia area.
With product return fraud on the rise, an emerging company is using AI to help spot issues.
Here are mall opening and closing hours for the Christmas and Christmas Eve holidays around the Philly region.
Through Amazon Now, customers can get household items, cosmetics, electronics, groceries and more delivered in about 30 minutes or less.
A multi-vehicle crash on Lincoln Drive in Philadelphia left one person dead and four other people injured Thursday night.
Officials in Philadelphia say they're working to reopen the Center City bus terminal in time for celebrations of America's 250th birthday.
Morning express trains on SEPTA's Regional Rail will resume Monday, Jan. 12, after months of delays and commuter frustrations.
A crash on Chester Pike knocked out power in Norwood and Prospect Park early Thursday morning.
Motorists running the red light at the intersection of Kelly Drive and Eakins Oval in Philadelphia will start getting $100 fines on Jan. 8.
Devin Booker scored 27 points as the Suns beat the 76ers 116-110 on Tuesday night in a matchup of teams playing the second game of a back-to-back.
Phillies legends Chase Utley, Cole Hamels and Jimmy Rollins each fell short of making the Hall of Fame.
After a dramatic growth spurt and work at Ascent Athlete, St. Joe's Prep pitcher Cole Kuhn is throwing the baseball world a major curveball.
J.T. Realmuto is back with the Phillies on a three-year contract, but he said negotiations to reach the deal "got a little hairy there at the end."
Phillies president Dave Dombrowski said losing prized free-agent Bo Bichette to rival New York Mets was a "gut punch."
Jake Dillon, the musician behind Delco Donny, is using his virality to share his original songs while teaching music to others.
Scott Adams, the cartoonist who created the "Dilbert" comic strip, has died at the age of 68, his first ex-wife revealed on Tuesday.
The 2026 Golden Globes honored the standouts in both film and television from last year. See the full list of winners and nominees.
Here is everything you need to know about how to watch and stream the 2026 Golden Globes.
Bob Weir wrote or co-wrote and sang lead vocals on Grateful Dead classics including "Sugar Magnolia," "One More Saturday Night" and "Mexicali Blues."
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.
Bill Kelly has the latest NEXT Weather forecast for a brutally cold Wednesday in the Philadelphia region.
With less than two weeks until the 2026 Grammy Awards, the Recording Academy's Philadelphia Chapter honored several nominees with hometown roots during a celebration Tuesday night at South Restaurant and Jazz Club.
Winter essentials are selling fast at Fisher's Ace Hardware in Lansdale.
Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, is terminating a lease agreement with the Department of Homeland Security, which had been renting office space from the county, an official said Tuesday. Officials allege the agency has not been paying rent.
Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, is terminating a lease agreement with the Department of Homeland Security, which had been renting office space from the county, an official said Tuesday. Officials allege the agency has not been paying rent.