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Shapiro talks veepstakes process, supporting Harris-Walz and more
WARRINGTON, Pa. (CBS) – Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro has seen his national profile skyrocket after being seen as a finalist to become Vice President Kamala Harris' running mate in November's election. The job ultimately went to Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, but Tuesday marked the first real opportunity for CBS News Philadelphia to discuss the process with Shapiro. In a TV broadcast exclusive interview, Shapiro, who was visiting the Warrington Police Department in Bucks County on Tuesday, said he was "honored and humbled" by being part of the process. He reiterated an often-stated claim that Harris had a "deeply personal" decision to...
Why some Minnesota schools are restricting cellphone usage for students
ST. PAUL, Minn. — If you have a child, you know the dilemma: Should your child have a cellphone and should they have it while in school?For many districts, a new year means new rules."What we are asking for is that kids have their phones out of sight during classroom instructional time, they can have them out during passing time or lunch," said Laura Ramsborg, an assistant principal at Highland Park High School. After ten years in corporate America, Ramsborg decided to go into education. She has a big heart for teens. "I think people don't know how amazing there are a...
Minnesota's lieutenant governor greets Twin Cities students on first day of school
ST. ANTHONY, Minn. — Back-to-school photos flooded everyone's social media feed on Tuesday as students across Minnesota headed back into classrooms.It was all smiles Tuesday morning at St. Anthony Middle School, as lawmakers eagerly greeted students walking in for the first day. Among those greeters at the door was Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan.She took a moment to talk about the excitement of the new year, but also how the state is addressing some challenges. Recently released test results show less than half of Minnesota students are meeting the minimum standards in math and reading. Flanagan tells WCCO that while test scores...
Water Levels To Be Lowered At Popular Minnesota Wildlife Management Area
Minnesota is known as the Land of 10,000 Lakes, but lakes are far from being the only attraction for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy. For example, Minnesota is also home to 1,506 public wildlife areas, which are divided into more than 1,800 subunits, providing 1.37 million acres of habitat across the state.
Making back-to-school checkups available for all children and teens
The National Institutes of Health reports that keeping up with annual visits reduces hospitalizations and emergency department visits. Despite that, 30% to 50% of children and teens miss these crucial appointments.
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