and markell was struck in the stomach.ed the obstructions anyway, but then he died within a few hours. schoumacher: sioux city was isolated. on the road, trucks by the hundreds were turned back and rivers of milk ran down roadway ditches while in the city, strikers distributed gallons of confiscated milk free to the inhabitants. although the iowa strikers were few in numb their actions were merely the first ripple in an ever-widening sea of protest. roads were picketed in south dakota and nebraska. strikers were beaten and tear-gassed, but they held firm. north dakota organized and the georgia dairymen dumped their milk. six weeks after the sioux city strike began, it was all over. although scattered protests continued throughout the nation, they were faint echoes of the anger that spilled over at sioux city. why was the strike unsuccessful? the milk dealers could find enough milk supply somewhere to thwart the desires of the dairy farmer. so there didn't seem to be much that farmers could do to improve their general lot.

governor jack markell commemorated the 6 million jews killed by nazis during world war ii. >>> the fbi has issued an urge warning about a serial bank robbing duo. rick williams is here with more. >> reporter: that is right the fbi is more concerned about these robbers because the suspects are more violent out on the streets, in the most recent robbery one man pointed a gun at an employee's head. three banks in all have been hit by the same two men since january, why they believe the suspects are former police officers. >>> and also tonight, it wasn't a usual day on this beach in california find out why this marine helicopter had to make an emergency landing next to the surf. >> more within we come back in a little bit at 5:00. back to the studio with monica. >>> the pan am association in philadelphia celebrated their anniversary. emanuel gonzales rivera gave his remarks to the senior union league and they got the pan american award for excellence in latin american studies. >>> three visitors are touring the site of an autism playground to be built here in montgomery county. upper darby

governor markell spoke at this holocaust remembrance day event in wilmington.arkell is delaware's first ever jewish governor and only sitting jewish governor in the country. >> every year it's important for us to "a" remember what happened and "b" commit that it will never happen again. >> holocaust remembrance day coincides with the anniversary of the warsaw upghetto uprising. >>> new information on the florida doctor linked to corruption charges against new jersey senator robert menendez. today dr. melgin pled not guilty to alleged medicare fraud. however, he was denied bail based on recommendations from prosecutors who call the doctor a flight risk. the 60-year-old eye surgeon is accused of medicare fraud and allegedly bribing senator menendez for help with his medicare dispute. >>> meanwhile, senator menendez raised more than $1 million for his defense. that's up about $430,000 since january. the democrat is accused of bribery and corruption for allegedly helping melgin in exchange for campaign donations and other favors. menendez denies wrongdoing and vows

>> president crow of asu met howard through a markel initiative, markel foundation initiative.er going into a conference room in president crow's office and we had a phone discussion with the vice president of strategy for starbucks and vice president of public affairs. and, about five days later i was on my way to seattle. liz: wow. >> we sat down with leadership at starbucks. and it was clear that what they were doing at that time to is reviewing schools. they had the idea that education was a 21st century benefit in the same way health care had been important benefit in the 1980s. they were trying to figure out how they could provide that benefit to their employees. i think we had, both organizations, both arizona state and starbucks are committed to a certain vision, on the partf their partners at starbucks. for us, it is about providing access to the maximum number of people we can to begin reversing a trend around adult degree completion in the u.s. david: phil, comes at an interesting time though for for-profit institutions like yours because there are these new federal

the event expands on the weekend of service that governor jack markel and his wife carla founded in 2009 in place of the traditional ball. there are a number of ways you can help out. you can get more information on volunteering on our "nbc 10" app. >> heads up. heads up. heads up. >> not an unidentified flying object it's a manhole cover. the explosion caught on camera that sent the cover soaring into the sky. >>> plus late flights and lost bags. we'll tell you about a new report due out today that will break down the most common customer complaints for airlines. >>> we waited for the children. >> heads up. heads up. heads up. heads up. heads up. >> what a scene in buffalo, new york yesterday. an underground electrical fire caused three explosions. one of those sent that manhole flying in the air. what a great job of that photographer following that falling manhole cover. thankfully no one was injured. >>> 5:45 now. you may find this next story disturbing. an undercover sting went wrong and ended with the death of suspect. the sheriff's office said the deputy can be heard saying taser,

governor jack markel will discuss downtown development grants. it will be used for downtown improvements. the governor will outline the awards when he visits both cities. wilmington previously qualified for one of those grants. >>> it looks like atlantic city's former revel casino will not reopen by memorial day. that's according to the casino's new owner, glen straub. he has many roadblocks with the former casino. we've highlighted them including no power and fights over emergency generators. the developer bought revel for $82 million earlier this month. >>> also in south jersey the search for an interim president of stockton university begins today. herman satcamp is taking an immediate medical leave. he made the announcement yesterday. >>> now your "nbc 10" first alert weather. >> quiet start weather wise. 56 degrees at 4:27. we'll see bright sunny skies today and a beautiful day today, but before we get to the weekend, we put in for some wet weather. heading out the door jessica boyington in the first alert traffic center jesse. >> good morni

. >>> delaware governor jack markell will announce new campaigns to prevent underage and binge drink. this is an extension of an already existing campaign. this is aimed at young people ages 12 to 25. >>> it was fashion for a good cause in philadelphia. nbc10 at the american heart association go red for women fashion show last night, meteorologist bill henley served as the emcee. go red for women provides them with tools they need to reduce their risk of heart disease which is the leading killer of women in the u.s. i'm sure there was talk that information that people need to know? >> absolutely. in addition to the runway show with all of those great dresses three cardiologists, the three women there, gave advice. it was a great event and so nice to raise awareness for a disease that kills so many women. >>> and had you nice weather for that after the storms cleared out yesterday evening. this morning, we're just cooler right? >> chilly. it is chilly this morning. temperatures have been falling overnight. you see clouds over the ballpark. an afternoon game today, you have to bundle up

governor jack markel will talk about downtown development grants. the governor will outline the awards when he visits both cities later this morning. wilmington previously qualified for that same type of grant. >>> well it's not his usual tight rope act. this morning we're counting down to nicaraguak wallenda's latest daredevil attempt. we'll tell you what he's attempting this time around. so >>> breaking news in the northeast section of philadelphia. actually in the bustleton neighborhood. this is a philadelphia police cruiser obviously that was involved in a crash. reports say that the officer was hurt. we don't know how badly the officer was hurt. we also don't know yet what the officer was responding to when this crash occurred. "nbc 10's" katy zachry though is getting on scene and we'll have more details soon. stay tuned for that. >>> and i should have mentioned that that is on krewstown road. you may encounter traffic trouble there in that area. >>> let's talk draft now. the eagles are gathering up for the big nfl draft tomorrow night. the bir

democratic governor jack markell has not said where he stands. legislation removes execution as a possible punishment for first degree murder leaving live in prison without the possibility of parole as the only sentence. >>> low wages and unfair labor practices that's what hundreds of philadelphia international airport workers are protesting today. baggage handlers, air main cleaners and other non-union workers joined the picket line at the airport this morning. took their protests to see hall this afternoon. some say they make as little as $7 and 25 cents an hour and want airline contractors to comply with a living wage law that would pay workers at city owned facilities 10.88 or more an hour and demanding sick days and affordable health benefits. airport officials say today's strike did not affect operations operations. >>> penn state officials say it will take a little longer than they expected to set up a task force to look into the school's fraternityies and sororities. the school saying today that a lot of people are interested in serving o

governor jack markel and his wife carla founded. there are a number of ways you can help.you can get more information on volunteering on our website or "nbc 10" app. >>> fill up for less. the average price of a gallon of regular gas continues to fall. industry analyst says the national average dropped 5 cents over the past couple of weeks to $2.45 a gallon. retailers and refiners tried to kick up demand. $2.45 on city avenue. aaa is tracking prices. the average in philadelphia is now $2.53. drivers in delaware can expect to pay $2.36. the lowest prices are in south jersey where the price is $2.14. >> the average cost for a private room is $91 a year. over the last five years nursing home bills have risen at twice the rate of inflation. one year in a nursing home costs three years of tuition. >>> fewer people are buying fewer computers. researchers say consumers continue to shift to smart phones tablets and other smart devices and fewer businesses are buying desk tops. >>> a new study shows vaccinating boys of hpv could help men from certain cancers. it's becoming more comm

last night a commission created by jack markel approved legislations for changing the way wilmington fights gun violence. the report found police do have ample resources but use outdated methods to patrol the neighborhoods and need to be more proactive. >>> 5:35. from the jersey shore bureau we're learning more on a possible new buyer for atlantic city. the billionaire developer plan to bid $88 million for the casino to top the bid from the developer developer. they will not cancel leases with those businesses that operate inside revel. >>> and billionaire investor carl icahn said the union is trying to disembowel the seaside resort. he doesn't own the trump taj mahal yet but is lending the hotel money to stay open. >> reporter: a controversial ad appearing on the side of the septa buses. this morning, how a coldthis will affect your morning commute. >>> and grab the winter coat on this april 1st. right now, 35 degrees at 5:36. people of the coffee drinking world, dunkin' has a dark roast coffee that's deliciously roasted just right for a bold start and smooth finish that's never bit

jack markel signed a bill yesterday to remove the $10 fee for gold star license plates. drivers can now apply for the plates free. >>> and new jersey transit riders could find out if fares will be increased. the agency says it expects to make a decision by the end of the month. the new jersey transit is working to close a $60 million budget gap but officials say fare hikes and service cuts would be a last resort. >>> it sounds like something out of a "terminator" movie. we'll tell you what shape-shifting metal could be used for, but not gaining control of the planet. >>> and it will cost you more to take your family to a phillies game this year. we'll tell you how much extra you'll spend on a trip to the ballpark. the answer to treating your dog's fleas and ticks is staring you right in the face. nexgard, from the makers of frontline® plus. it's the only soft beef-flavored chew that kills both fleas and ticks. vets recommend it. and dogs, well they're begging for it. nexgard is for dogs only. and hasn't been evaluated for use in pregnant, breeding or lactating dogs. repo

last night a commission created by jack markel approved recommendations for changing the way wilmington fights gun violence. police have ample resources that use outdated methods to patrol the neighborhoods and need to be more proactive. >>> the woman accused of murdering her boyfriend who was a police officer in delaware county is behind bars without bail. tyaina finch was arrested yesterday on murder charges. she shot and killed darby borough police officer mark hudson with his service gun. he was off-duty at the time. finch told them two different stories about saturday's shooting. first, she claimed hudson's gun went off when she tried to get it out of the dog's mouth. later she said she acted in self-defense after a fight with hudson. the couple had a history of domestic problems. >>> this surveillance video could be the key to helping philadelphia police track down the teen who slugged a guy on a septa bus platform. the video shows the punch that knocked the 50-year-old man unconscious and broke his jaw. the attack happened monday at the 15th street station in center city. the pol

jack markel ordered a statewide review of all public schools. >> the legal arguments are now over.now the same-sex marriage debate is in the hands of the u.s. supreme court justices. "nbc 10" has learned there is a local connection to this case. david michener is part of the lawsuit that went before the supreme court. he was married in delaware but living in ohio when his husband died. since ohio does not recognize same-sex marriage they refused to put michener's name on the death certificate. yesterday all eyes were on justice anthony kennedy. kennedy's vote could swing the court for or against making marriage equality legal nationwide. the high court discussed how this case could impact children. >> i don't think it matters if you have two moms two dads or if you have a mom and a dad. what's the difference i guess? >> that's the job of the federal court, nine people to step in and decide for the whole country what something as important as marriage is. >> supreme court decision is expected to come in late june. now some local same-sex couples say it's time that the supreme court

. >>> delaware governor jack markell is on hand as they open the doors on the new technology facility ribbon in newark, they offer solar energy for homes and businesses and the company is expanding in delaware and now employees 100 people. now "action news" is standing by with these stories next at 6:00. a tragic outcome in the hit and run case in kensington, a little 2-year-old victim has died. and police are stepping up their efforts to fine the driver. >>> and a good samaritan who helped a man that fell off the septa platform. >> now for the entire "action news" team, i'm rick williams have a nice evening. good night. >>> "action news" delaware valley's leading news program. >>> with ducis rogers cecily tynan and jim gardner. >>> thursday night and a worker dies after an electrical accident at the king of prussia mall. and they catch dozens of fugitives in camden as part of a tragic development in the west kensington section of philadelphia. a 2-year-old died at saint christophers hospital. he and his mother were hit at lehigh and masher on monday. that is the vehicle and police ar

governor jack markel and his wife carla founded it in 2009 in place of the traditional inaugural ball. there are a number of ways to help out. for more information on volunteering come to our website at nbc10.com or check out the "nbc 10" app. >>> and good monday morning. i'm katy zachry with a live look outside. this is 295 right at route 70 in cherry hill where volume is picking up. fortunately no issues to report along the stretch 295. unfortunately for drivers on route 30 there is an accident and i'll have more details about that coming up after the break. but first let's go outside and take a live look. this is cape may. going to be a nice one today, bill, warm right? >> yeah it will warm up nicely once the clouds get out of here. they're moving through right now. the winds will be picking up this afternoon. that's going to help along with sunshine to warm temperatures up. 44 degrees at "nbc 10." the wind is calm for atlantic city, millville, pottstown, reading. those winds will be turning gusty this afternoon. >>> we have new information this morning on the mother accused of aba

governor jack markel recently ordered a statewide review of all public schools. >>> we're counting down to the day philadelphia runners have been waiting for. the blue cross broad street run. later this morning a pep rally will be held at city hall to get everybody pumped up. the ten mile course runs through philadelphia and along broad street. runner's world has named it one of the fastest ten mile courses in the country. before the race watch our race special friday night at 10:00 p.m. it's called ready, set, run. the blue cross broad street run. watch the race live sunday, may 3rd here on "nbc 10" and in spanish on telemundo 62. live coverage begins at 8:00 a.m. on sunday. >>> and good morning, everyone. i'm jessica boyington with your first alert traffic. as we take a look at 95 right around aramingo avenue starting to slow down. the jam up is headed southbound. that's about a 25 minute trip in total. 32 miles an hour for the average speed from woodhaven road up towards the vine street expressway. that's one of our first big jams of the morning. also we're dealing with a building fi

last night a commission created by governor jack markel approved recommendations in how wilmington changesheir gun violence. apparently they use outdated methods and need to be more proactive. >>> today officials could make a decision over the verizon cell phone tower. the william penn fire company would make $21,000 a year for the proposed tower behind the firehouse. firefighters also say it will improve their communications and response times. but some neighbors say it's an eyesore. >>> skyforce 10 is over what was a fire on south springfield road in clifton heights. the fire was reported inside this apartment building. we do not have any word on injuries at this time. we're working to get you more information about this. >>> seven minutes after 6:00 on april 1st. ands the cold outside. feels like we are back in winter. in fact, you may run into icy spots. so the areas that haven't dried out from yesterday's rain we'll see lots of sunshine but a chilly breeze already blowing. the warm up happens tomorrow when we see temperatures in the 60s. but we're a long way from it right now, 31 in a

jack markell and congressional delegation were in wilmington to detail the program they're calling wonder train people on food stamps to find a job or a better job in hopes of moving them off government assistance. about 5300 people will be trained in construction, culinary arts manufacturing or broad based job placement. the program is paid for with an $18.8 million grant from u.s. department of agriculture. >> it is time now for your accuweather forecast and i have to admit i was one of those people who had my winter coat on, went downstairs. it was beautiful outstares and had to go right back upstairs and change. >> adam is very upset with you for not listening to his forecast. >> i wasn't here over the weekend so i'll let it slide a little bit but my counterpart may be listening to you. absolutely beautiful start to the work week. we're looking at sky six live in wilmington. the christina river you can see the sun glistening off of the water. we're going to lose the sun for your tuesday but it will be back by midweek. as we look at the numbers most of us are on the warm side this afte

what we are we are saying is that environment's markell to bargaining agreement similar to the ones they have in germany that they want to hammer out in unison together will help reregulate markets not in an efficient way but a way that brings the labor market into the labor market. at the same time to deal with the pension fund. one of the things that is impeding a conclusion is quite well-known and i'm not preaching preaching -- breaching confidences by saying this is that demand that we do not stop an automatic clause voted in by the previous government that would have pensions cut by almost 9%. that can mean somebody on a 600 era among the pension will have to lose 180 euros and the middle of this recession. we want a freeze on this. we are accused of rolling back reforms. why reduce low low pensions? i don't see any serious reform. we want to reform prices. of course when i asked us, how do you envisage the pension system to function within the next 20 years i have to admit to you i don't have an answer that goes beyond a general description of principle but when france germany and