Children's
Friday, October 4, 2024
On 10/4, raising awareness of TEN-4 Rule to spot signs of child abuse
A screening tool developed by medical providers is an effective way to spot signs of child abuse, and experts are raising awareness about it today…
Thursday, October 3, 2024
East TX city receives federal grant money to improve park
The City of Longview, in east Texas, will use a $1.3 million federal grant to make upgrades to one of its largest parks. Teague Park sits in the …
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
MN after-school programs learn how to work around parent burnout
On the heels of warnings from federal health officials about parent burnout, school-linked programs in Minnesota are overhauling their approach so …
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
TX postpartum expert: 'reach out for help'
About 20% of new mothers experience postpartum depression after giving birth. What's typically known as the "baby blues" usually lasts around three …
State Fair of TX hosts Sensory Sensitive Mornings
Big Tex is up and the Ferris wheel is spinning at the 138th State Fair of Texas. And again, this year the Fair is making special accommodations for …
Survey: Kentucky kinship caregivers need help with basic needs
September has been National Kinship Care Month, and more than 80% of Kentucky kinship families say they need help with groceries, followed by …
Almost 30,000 TX children remain in foster care system
It's a week to celebrate kids, with National Daughters Day today and National Sons Day on Saturday. The Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption is …
New Mexico tribal representatives in D.C. to support radiation exposure compensation
A 2,000-mile bus trip has not deterred representatives from Southwest tribes from traveling to Washington, D.C., this week to support expansion of …
WY lawmakers consider concealed weapons in public schools, state facilities
Wyoming lawmakers are discussing gun legislation, after Gov. Mark Gordon vetoed a bill which would have repealed "gun free zones" this spring…
Addressing postpartum depression in rural Ohio
A new report sheds light on the state of women's health in Ohio, with growing concerns about maternal care and postpartum mental health. As …
NY, U.S. libraries celebrate Banned Books Week
Libraries in New York and nationwide are celebrating Banned Books Week. Across the state, libraries are hosting various programs this week about …
Parents, teachers voice concerns over rejecting federal funds for NC schools
From gubernatorial candidate Mark Robinson to Superintendent of Public Instruction hopeful Michele Morrow, some Republicans running for office have …