tim tooten has moreen the organization's milestone. >> the naacp calls baltimore home. it's now the site of its national headquarters. but the civil rights organization got its start in new york in 1-9d 09 -- 1909. the group says it has not changed its core mission to fight discrimination on all fronts. >> we'll always be naacp. we'll always be needed because there's always going to be a stepping stone to progress. >> the 1950's baltimore-born thurgood marshall argued and won, the segregation case brown v. board of education. clarence mitchell jr., another baltimoreian, helped lay the groundwork for a number of pieces of legislation for voting and civil rights legislation. >> naacp has been around for a number of years work for the betterment of black people everywhere. opened a lot of doors. >> thank you to my baltimore family. >> last year benjamin became the group's youngest president and c.e.o. at just 35. some supporters call in a strategic move aimed at helping the organization establish a younger member base. >> someone that young being at the helm it basically l

tim tooten travels to new york for the naacp where they celebrated a major milestone. we will have more on their century of service. >>> to not forget to e-mail your answer to the water cooler question of the day. should the board of pennsylvania's valley swim club resign? e-mail u >>> the morning. let us check on your morning rush. it is a good one so far. not very many delays. there is a traffic delay at warren roared. -- road. there are some road closures in advance for the event this weekend. here is a live view of traffic on pulaski highway. back over to you. >>> thank you. nothing happening on the doppler over the mid-atlantic. we did not get any showers or storms yesterday. we are looking at a dry air mass in control. the high pressure is now to our west. it will continue to build in today. 83 degrees-86 degrees. the sun is setting tonight at 8:33. we will see a clear sky conditions. about 56 degrees tonight. more about sunday coming up later. >>> the nation's largest civil rights organization is celebrating 100 years of service. >> the naacp returned to new yor

tim tooten will here and he will bring you the latest on the rally tonight on 11 news at 5:00. >> somecary moments for passengers on a southwest airlines flight just seconds after leaving the ground at b. b.w.i. as a flock of birds forced an emergency landing. witnesses say about 40 birds struck the flight bound for rhode island just after 5:00 p.m. after circling the runway officials were able to clear one for an emergency landing. while bird strikes are not that uncommon they have become a cause for concern after the incident in new york that force add jumbo jet to splash land in the hudson river. >> the airport works hard with airlines and f.a.a. and others to help minimize the risk and the potential impact between aircraft and birds. >> we were right up front and you could hear them hit the engine, then all of a sudden there is a tremendous smell. >> fortunately nun of the 137 passengers or crew on board were injured. all were able to board a later flight. >> city police are looking for whoever is responsible for a tire slashing spree in a northeast baltimore neighborhood. resident

tim tooten has details on this. >> good afternoon. >welcome to this elementary school what excellence is the expectation. -- where excellence is the expectation. >> disco is located in northeast baltimore. almost 100% of the student body -- the school is located in northeast baltimore. almost one of the present one of the student body has received certain things. >> we are committed to everything each day which has paid off. >> the school the not improved by accident but by commitment. >> in our principal -- our prints of all told us we needed to come to school every day in uniform with a positive attitude to learn. >> governor o'malley should be hearing footsteps. we have a future governor here. >> we are proud of our school and our community. at this time, we say welcome. >> tim tooten, wbal tv 11 news. >> elementary students got top scores on the state's math test. you can log onto our website at wbaltv.com and click on education to find out more. >> good morning. let's see what is going on the roads. we have an accident clearing a

tim tooten is live with a preview. >> they will have more than a few hot button issues to confront with next week, among them -- the economy, education, and crime. naacp calls baltimore home. the civil rights organization got its start in new york in 1909. >> we will always need naacp because it will always be a stepping stone to progress. >> by the 1950's, thurgood marshall argued and won. brown vs. the board of education. the groundwork was laid for voting and civil-rights legislation. >> it has been around for a number of years, working for the betterment of black people everywhere. i think it is important. >> last year, benjamin became the group's youngest president and ceo at just 35. some supporters call this a strategic move helping the organization established a younger member base. >> it lets other young people know that you can get to this level. it gives them something to fight for, something to look forward to. >> president barack obama has been invited to address the group on thursday. the baltimore branch is the second oldest in their history. >> continuing coverage of the

tim tooten has more. >> the naacp calls baltimore home. it's now the site of its national headquarters but the civil rights organization got its start in new york in 1909 the group says it's not changed its core mission to fight discrimination on all fronts. >> oh, we'll always need the naacp because it's always going to be a stepping stone to progress and progress. >> by the 1950's thurgood marshall argued and won the historic school segregation case brown versus the board of education. and another helped lay the ground work for a number of pieces of voting and other legislation. >> naacp has been around for years working for the betterment of black people everywhere and it's opened a lot of doors in relation to that. >> thank you to my baltimore family. >> last year benjamin jealous became the youngest president and ceo at 35. some call this a strategic move aimed at helping the organization establish a younger member base. >> with someone that young being at the helm let's people know you can get to this level and it just gives them som

tim tooten has more on that story. >> anne arundel county, baltimore city, baltimore county, carol, harford, and howard. >> there are no excuses. if one school can do it, all the schools can do it. >> since he took the top job in baltimore city, student test scores have continued to go up. that is why the district offered the employees a cookout. there is a good chance of baltimore city's school board will do a bit more for the ceo. according to his employment contract, he is entitled to a performance bonus. >> i can't talk about that. that is for the board to decide. i have a contract. for me, it is about the kids doing better. that is the bottom line. if the kids don't improve, i am out of a job. >> the school board can go even further. i can give him an annual performance bonus up to $12,000 for demonstrated efficiencies within the school system. the appreciation does not have to stop there. the board can give its ceo and annual performance bonus of up to $6,000 for creative programs that enhance statewide reform within the school system. when you do the math, he could receive as much as

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tim tooten says there may be a different set of school challenges outside of the baltimore region. he has the story. >> baltimore's population has declined almost 30% over the past 30 years, and it is reflected in part of a number of catholic schools that have been shut down. there is a different story outside of the beltway. st. mary's school of annapolis has made a commitment to pour more money into its aging buildings, all in response to a growing student body. the principal says he is close to 1000 students. with that growth has come a steady show of support. >> we are we doing our cafeteria and doing some work in our gym. >> the archdiocese says it is not surprised that schools are expanding. >> it begs for another look at what do you need, where do you need them, really just a matter of seeing how best you can continue to deliver the same product but maybe in a different way. that is what we are doing. >> catholic schools outside of baltimore city say they are feeling the financial squeeze, but it does not force them to cut services, at least for now. >> with the economy, cho

tim tooten is in the newsroom with more on how this might affect maryland's community colleges. >> the president says there is a connection between going to college and job of the future. jobs he believes will come by way of community colleges. there are more than six million students attending community colleges. the two-year schools are considered a bargain and now key to landing a job in these tough economic times. >> we'll fund programs that connect students looking for jobs with businesses that are looking to hire. >> the president launched the plan in michigan. the president of baltimore city colleges will back the plan. >> it's more than just rhetoric. it was actual putting some initiatives in place that are going to benefit community colleges and the students that we serve. >> it will reform and strengthen community colleges like this one. >> the obama administration wants to make a $12 billion investment in community colleges over 10 years setting asaid some money for challenge grants and perform-based scholarships and to develop more online courses for students. those already

. >> tim tooten will be in new york for the national convention, and his reports start on monday. >>he white house has turned its attention to a segment who say they can't afford to offer health care to their workers -- small businesses. business owners and workers called the obama administration out of control costs are forcing families to make risky choices. they pay 18% more than larger firms. premiums for employers sponsored insurance have doubled in the last decade, going up three times faster than wages. >> our profit cannot keep up with the pace that the health care costs are increasing. >> small businesses are not to blame. health-care costs are way too high. >> analysts say small business provide coverage for nearly 68 million americans every year. new information concerning the cookie dough recall. the two strains of e.coli found the do not match the strain that has sickened at least 72 people across the country. 34 people had to be hospitalized. nestle has found new suppliers for some of its raw ingredients, and has begun producing a cookie dough once again. >> state offic

tim tooten has the story. >> it all came down to the numbers. the school was losing too many students, too fast. students came back to protest. it began as a sort of a vigil on the grounds of the school but later turned into a rally in support of keeping the school opened. >> i can't believe it is happening. this is a family. >> a family shattered by the news that its beloved school was now on the chopping block. >> this place has been my home for the past three years and now it is all gone. i have worked so hard to be here and now is all gone. everything is done. >> the archdiocese said there were no easy answers. then came word that more than 80 students cannot afford to come back. >> this is the first time that we have heard that we are $650,000 in debt. we could have raised money. >> i was not expecting it. i thought it was a joke or something. >> in may not be that easy for students to pick up and move out, which is why the archdiocese has promised to help out. >> they are working with a number of schools to get the students placed as well

tim tooten will be there and we will bring you the latest at 5:00. >> in 24 hours baltimore could lose another historic site to auction. the ambassador theatre on liberty heights avenue is expected to be auctioned off. it last operated in 1968 as a theatre. it has housed self businesses. it is now empty. it is sort of a sister theatre to senator which is set to be auctioned off july 22. one we can after fire destroyed a steeple. the leaders of bethel a.m.e. church will have a press conference. they plan to discuss details regarding future plans on how to better the baltimore region. it will begin at 10:00. >> some 20,000 people gathered to honor the king of pop michael jackson. a collection of hollywood's biggest stars shared their personal stories, condolences and heart-warming musical performances. near the conclusion his daughter paris took the stage speaking publicly for the first time. >> ever since i was born, daddy has been the best father you could ever imagine, and i just want to say i love him so much. >> if that didn't move you, you don't have a heart. it was the defining mo

tim tooten has the story from new york city. >> the naacp says in order to train future leaders they have to reach out to a new generation of its youngest members. >> stand to your feet and help me welcome benjamin todd -- [applause] >> the organization's youngest members have taken center stage, claiming their place among the more seasoned civil rights leaders. >> there's a lot of youth coming together now through different organizations, you know, trying to voice their opinions for a different civil rights or whatever and it's actually, like, you know, a good thing. >> for everyone to have their own rights, not -- >> the new c.e.o., who is just 36, says the naacp must focus on orgsing and changing the position of young people within the movement, many of whom face challenges both in the classroom and on the street corners. >> the generation from the baby boomers on down need to come together and figure out how we are truly going to put young people out front. >> and the naacp says it has proof thaff its on its way. there are now 24,000 paid youth members under 25 and 600 active jun

the convention lasts through thursday. 11 news reporter tim tooten is in new york for the convention. his live reports begin at 6:00 p.m. right here on tv 11. new details to want in the expanding cemetery plot, hear why some are calling for law makers to get involved. >> tonight who police arrested and why they say more arrests will follow in the shooting death of a couple who adopted many special needs children. >> for the fourth time in a month's time the shuttle endeavor's launch scrubbed. tonight more on the urgent push to get the shuttle in space. >> beautiful sunday outside. we have a bit of a trend setting up. a big change is on the way. seven-day forecast, right now it's gorgeous. 78 at b.w.i. and humidity is low. >> investigators in new york say an autopsy is being performed on a body found stuffed in an air-conditioning unit stuffed in an office tower. denise was last seen on her shift days ago as a cleaning woman. suspects have not been named. >> and a high-profile double murder. bird and melanie billings were killed in their pensacola home as eight of their children slept.

tim tooten has that story. >> the msa is a very important test. tonight, there is word that baltimore city is among the majority of schools with passing grades. test scores are being kept under wraps by the state board of education. scores are on the rise, especially in baltimore city. baltimore mayor sheila dixon is giving a good bit of credit to the school ceo and his team of administrators. >> i think people know the objective, the goals. kids have been put first. i think that is playing a big role. >> governor martin o'malley was among those praising baltimore city for increased test scores last summer. >> i have heard that the test scores have gone up into the double digits. >> the district continues to make progress even though classroom educators have limited resources. >> it has been difficult working with materials you don't have. overcrowded classrooms, large numbers, and worrying about whether or not i will have a job with this deficit. >> last year, a little credit was taken for the test scores but that might be changing this time arou

tim tooten is live in the newsroom with that story. >> local school systems are reviewing records toout where students stand. health officials and educators are joining forces to persuade more parents to take time to update records. students who show up for school without current shot records could be turned away that first day of class. monica has some first hand experience, which is why she brought her daughter to the clinic on caroline street to get the rest of her shots. >> she does not have her shots yet. i brought her down about a month and a half ago and i thought i had them all done. >> local school systems will be the first to tell you that they are making progress. in light of changes, there is still more to be done. >> 12th graders are required to be fully up-to-date on hepatitis b in the chicken pox. on prior years, we have pulled it in compliance with all of the rest of the kids. >> the reason h1n1 scare has put officials on alert, all the more reason for parents to act now. >> we want to make the public aware cannot educate and communicate the importance of getting -- m

tim tooten has more. >> it did not take long for word to get out about the closing or for parents and alumni to show up to help out. there was a show of support on the grounds of the school, but it did not take long for cheers to turn into tears. >> this place has been my home for the past three years and now it is all gone. i have worked so hard to be here and it is all gone. >> the news was downright painful for seniors who will have to transfer before graduation. >> everyone is just so close. i have a great relationship with all of my teachers. >> what went wrong? the school lost too many students too fast. on top of that, the budget was already in the red. >> the drop of enrollment was attributed will to the economy. it does not look like there is any hope. >> officials said the handwriting was on the wall. >> this is the first time we have heard that we are $650,000 in debt. we could have raised money. >> we did not know any of this. why weren't we told in january? >> for most to dance, it is hard to believe. >> -- for most students, it is hard to believe. >> i thought it was a j

tim tooten is here with that story. this kid is really special. >> the rising fifth grader, 100% students in his class passed the reading test. he helped to put a face on the test scores. he shared the spotlight with the u.s. secretary of education, the governor, the mayor, superintendent, and the school ceo. his school is located in northeast baltimore, a school where almost 100% of the student body receives free and reduced price meals. >> it is evident that hard work, dedication, and commitment to which we do every day in terms of teaching and learning have paid off. >> he says the test scores have gone up by a commitment. >> our principal reminds us all the time that we need to come to school every day in uniform and with a positive attitude. >> the secretary of education was quickly to take note. >> governor o'malley should watch out, we have a future governor here. >> we are proud of our school and our community. at this time, we say wellcome. [applause] >> elementary students also got [unintelligible] to see the

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>> 11 news reporter tim tooten will be in new york for the naacp's national convention.is live report will begin monday. stay with us. much more. >> including a warning for local swimmers, the beach health officials say you should avoid and why. >> could buying back crabber licenses help save the bay? i'm melissa carlson. i'll have that story, coming up. >> and faffers the weather is concerned, a cold front coming. all coming up in our inst living with foot pain? get gold bond pain relieving foot cream. maximum strength medicine stops pain fast. gold bond pain relieving foot cream. finally fast relief for painful feet. when morning comes in the middle of the night... rooster crow. ...it affects your entire day. to get a good night's sleep, try 2-layer ambien cr. the first layer dissolves quickly to help you fall asleep. and unlike other sleep aids, a second dissolves slowly to help you stay asleep. when taking ambien cr, don't drive or operate machinery. sleepwalking, and eating or driving while not fully awake with memory loss for the event as well as abnormal behaviors

tim tooten explains how the principals academy helps them stay on the cutting edge. >> they are close to 1,000 principals patrolling the hallways of maryland schools. they work some 80 to 90 hours a week. that is why this is in place to help reconnect with their purpose and peers. >> we take this seriously. this is an opportunity for you as principals to learn. we all can grow. >> dr. ira thomas is a first-year at kent county high school on the eastern shore. a job he started to just a few weeks ago. >> i have been out in the community trying to connect with students and faculty. of course, you know, any first-time principal coming into a high school you are going to talk with everybody to get a lay of the land of what has been happening. so, i have been in a listening mode. >> he will have an ear and mentor had help guide him. his name is joe freed a former principal and now top state department of education administrator. >> i'm not an evaluator. i'm a colleague, i'm a coach. we can talk about issues that he has, talk about it honestly that he is not worried that something will show

tim tooten is here to explain more about angel. >> as in angel mccord, a first player picked in thiss wnba draft. her roots are right here in baltimore city. today she had courtside advice for the youth. >> now, this key, you can open the city and all the doors of the city. so what i'm going to ask her to do, when she opens the door to the city and when she comes back to visit, that she remembers to give back to her community. >> her maim is angel mccautery. now she's in the national spotlight with the atlanta dream. but she's not too far removed from what it means to climb to the top both in the classroom and on the basketball court. >> when i was in school, i played around. i didn't want to focus. i didn't want to study. i didn't want to do none of that. but i remember my dad saying -- that's my dad right there. he said if you don't get your grades together, you're not going to be able to play basketball. >> a word of advice from the former st. francis academy star whose message was part motivation, part testimony. >> some of you are going to take extra. everybody is not gifted to

the convention lasts through thursday. 11 news's toot stoot in new york for the -- tim tooten is in new york for the national convention. his live reports begin at 6:00 p.m. here on tv 11. >> good morning. sarah caldwell here with your morning commute. let's see what's going on out there. anne arundel county, there's a vehicle fire at jeffrey drive and route 424. use extra caution there. as far as other problem spots, we're still dealing with this water main break. water main break repairs happening there. as far as this closure, col fin remains shut down between mount royal and howard in advance of artscape. around 7:00 a.m. there's more roads that will close in that area of mount royal, cathedral, preston and oliver. all will shut down at 7:00 a.m. looking pretty good as far as delays. not a whole lot happening yet. a live view, not seeing a delay yet. hopefully it will last for a little while. as far as the north side, an easy ride so far at harford. sandra, over to you. >> thanks. for your forecast today it looks like mid 80's, right where we should be. 87 our normal high for july 1

tim tooten has more. >> thank you, mr.rman. >> the vote came during an emergency telephone conference call with maryland university presidents. >> basically we've been asked to return $20 million from our tax reserves or fund balance. >> it didn't stop there. colleges are also being told to cut $18 million more from this year's budget. >> i'm in favor of this motion. >> and when it comes to raising tuition, which has been frozen since 2006, it is no longer a question of if, but when. >> we have to wait and see what the impact of that is on the system. so we have to leave open the possibility that there would be a tuition increase in the spring. >> the president is already forced to make tough budget choices and appear to be on board. >> if it gets so bad it destroys the quality i don't know if we can embrace frozen tuition. jo now they will have to tighten belts even more. for starters, that means freezing part-time positions. members of the board of regents warn it would be more than likely around two deep budget cuts. >>