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Is ‘Wicked' for kids? What parents should know
At what age can kids see “Wicked”? Here’s what parents need to know about the film’s PG rating.
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When kids said this 6-year-old shouldn't wear pink, his dad ‘pinkified' his own wardrobe
“His peers started saying that he shouldn’t wear pink and that unicorns were for girls.”
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What is a rainbow baby? And why do some parents dislike the term?
A child born after loss is commonly referred to as a “rainbow baby,” but this term can sometimes be problematic.
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Meta unveils features to combat teen ‘sextortion'
Meta’s head of global safety said “sextortion” has become more common across social media platforms, including Instagram.
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BOO yard sign challenge in October benefits Children's Health
The BOO Yard Sign Challenge takes place in October and it raises money for programs at Children’s Health.
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Experts say AI is the new social media — and parents are not prepared
“Parents and teachers are pretty much out of the loop, so that young people are using AI platforms with virtually no guidance,” says Jim Steyer of Common Sense Media.
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Kindergarten teacher begs parents: ‘Please don't bring cupcakes' on birthdays
Ann Brackemyer, a kindergarten teacher in Illinois, is sharing an “unpopular opinion” about birthday cupcakes at school.
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Celebrating differences with ‘Smudges'
Author of Smudges, Lauren Emerson, shares how her new book is helping children embrace their uniqueness.
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Police seek missing Southern California teen last seen riding bike to family member's home
Authorities are asking for help to find a missing 15-year-old who was last seen Tuesday evening in Monterey Park.
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Helping children thrive with Gift of Dignity
Learn how you can support Gift of Dignity as they help inspire underprivileged children to break the cycle of poverty.
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Free medical exams and vaccinations
NBC 5 and Telemundo 39 are Supporting Our Schools to make a difference in our amazing community by impacting the lives of learners in the DFW area. Together, we can improve the lives of students and their families by helping reduce the financial burdens faced at the start of the school year. This year, we are once again partnering with…
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‘Miracle baby' found crawling by Louisiana highway after brother, 4, found dead, mom arrested
A Louisiana sheriff says a 1-year-old boy survived two days of sometimes stormy weather before a truck driver spotted him crawling along a roadside.
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Paris Hilton pushes for child welfare improvements: ‘Families need resources and support'
Paris Hilton testified before the U.S. House Ways and Means Committee on Wednesday to share her own experience at a youth residential treatment facility, urging lawmakers to reauthorize a federal fund for child welfare programs.
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155 ancient baby names for babies with old souls
From Aphra to Zephyr, there’s an ancient baby name on this list you’ll love.
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Stock Up for Summer Campaign kicks off for 2024
Now through August 31 NBC 5, Telemundo 39, and Wilkinson Center hope you’ll help fight hunger this summer with the annual Stock Up for Summer Campaign. The campaign seeks to alleviate this food insecurity through donations and food drives of kid-friendly food and supplies at their food pantry, as well as expanded volunteer hours by partnering with the community.
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US sues Hyundai, alleging company employed 13-year-old in Alabama plant
The U.S. Department of Labor wants a federal judge to prevent Hyundai and two other Alabama companies from what the government contends is the illegal employment of children.
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The internet can't get enough of this baby's grumpy faces: See all the pics
Trent Mundy’s scowl has people howling with laughter.
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For decades, states have taken foster children's federal benefits. That's starting to change
States have for decades been using foster children’s federal Social Security benefits to help cover the costs of state services. The practice has saved states millions of dollars. But that’s beginning to change in some states under pressure from child advocates who contend it is immoral and detrimental to kids. Since 2018, at least a dozen states have taken some...
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The most popular baby names for 2023 revealed
The official list of America’s most popular baby names for 2023 has been revealed. The Social Security Administration annually tracks the names given to girls and boys in each state.