TEMPO InDepth:
June 25, 2009
Illiteracy

TEMPO InDepth:
June 18, 2009
A Salute to Our Servicemen and Women
We salute the brave men and women who put their lives on the line for our freedom. We'll learn more about the new GI Bill providing education opportunities to those brave enough to defend our country.
P lus we'll learn about programs available to help returning service members dealing with post traumatic stress. And we'll meet families coping with the challenges of life at home while their loved ones protect all that we stand for half a world away.

TEMPO InDepth:
May 28, 2009
Parental Advice
We'll offer a little advice for parents of teenagers. Sometimes our seemingly perfect children become very different teens. We'll talk to parents and counselors who have communication tips to share. Plus, we'll look at the dangers lurking for these young people when it comes to drugs and alcohol. And we'll show you programs making a difference in the lives of area young people.

Tempo InDepth
May 21, 2009
Drug Abuse
Nearly half of all Americans, 45 percent of the population report using a drug at least once in their life. Tonight we'll look at the many faces of drug abuse. Many times an addiction leads to a conviction. We'll go to prison to hear how programs are helping to change behaviors. And we'll check in on drug treatment centers.

Tempo InDepth
May 14, 2009
Foster Care
According to the latest numbers, about half a million kids across the nation are in the foster care system. Tonight we learn more about the issue. We'll meet some amazing foster parents who have opened their homes and their hearts to children in need. Plus, we'll meet some very special kids who are looking for a family they can call their own.

Tempo InDepth
May 7, 2009
School Mergers
We explore the issue of school mergers. We'll take you back to 1964 and hear from former students who were the first to graduate from Whitehall-Coplay School District. Some were thrilled about the two schools combining... others still have harsh memories 45 years later. Plus, I'll sit down with Pennsylvania's Secretary of Education to take an in-depth look at the issue. We'll also hear from disctrict officials at Jim Thorpe and Weatherly to learn their concerns over a possible merger.

Tempo InDepth
April 30, 2009
Identity Theft
It's been called the fastest growing white collar crime of the century. We'll share important news you can use to protect yourself from becoming a victim. Plus, I'll sit down with the Northampton County District Attorney to learn how difficult it is to find these cyber-crooks. We'll also hear from state police to learn what they're doing to track down these bad guys.

Tempo InDepth
April 24, 2009
CyberSafety
How much do you know about what your kids do on the internet? A National study states 64% of teens do things online they wouldn't tell their parents. Tonight's Tempo InDepth offers adults tips on cybersafety for their kids.

Tempo InDepth
April 9, 2009
Organ Donation
My driver's license shows I'm an organ donor, does yours? While 85% of people across the country say they support organ donation, only 42% of Pennsylvanians actually have a card to prove that they do. This month celebrates organ donations. Join us as we learn more about this life-saving process.

Tempo InDepth
April 2, 2009
Unemployment
Tempo InDepth examines our state's unemployment rate. Nearly 500,000 Pennsylvanians have lost their jobs and many rely on state unemployment compensation. But the state's fund is dry. We'll talk to the deputy secretary for unemployment programs to find our how people will continue to receive benefits. Plus we'll tell you about resources to help you get free education to prepare for your next job.

Tempo InDepth
March 26, 2009
Teenage Pregnancy
Tempo InDepth looks at children having children. Statistics show nearly half of all high school students have had sex and 40 percent of those report not using protection. The cost of teen pregnancy is high... costing taxpayers a bundle and often costs these teen mom's their high school diplomas.