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From left, Julie Silverbook of the National Constitution Center moderated a discussion with Janie Nitze and U.S. Supreme Court Justice Neil Gorsuch about their children's book,
Community

U.S. Supreme Court Justice Gorsuch brings his vision of Revolutionary heroism to Philadelphia ahead of America’s 250th

Gorsuch and co-author Janie Nitze discussed their new children's book, “Heroes of 1776,” and the lessons the country’s founding era still offers today.

5 days ago

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Studio 2
Health

The Big Fix: getting kids off screens

Can we make technology safer and healthier for kids and teens? Do social media and phone bans actually work? And who should be responsible for setting the boundaries?

Air Date: May 27, 2026 12:00 pm

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Kara McPeak holds her nearly 4-week-old son
Health

New Jersey is on track to become the first state to provide free universal postpartum home visits to all families

Family Connects NJ offers at least one free home health visit to all families with newborns. Services will be offered in all 21 counties by January 2027.

3 weeks ago

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Bryan poses for a photo outdoors.
Health

A Swedesboro family turned to weight-loss surgery for their 15-year-old son. As childhood obesity rises, it can be a viable option

Bariatric and metabolic surgery has proven safe and effective in treating teens for obesity, but less than 1% of eligible patients get the procedure.

1 month ago

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a child reading a book
Community

N.J. doctors say immigration enforcement is raising anxiety in young children. Here’s how parents can help

Experts recommend parents and caregivers read out loud to babies and young children.

3 months ago

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File: The ChatGPT app icon is seen on a smartphone screen
Science

How does AI affect child development? CHOP researchers say safeguards are needed

Researchers found AI could help with creativity and education, but that it can confuse young children and generate harmful misinformation.

3 months ago

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Jayden Jiang, a sixth grader at Girard Academic Music Program, holds up a sign showing he won the WHYY-Billy Penn Philadelphia Regional Spelling Bee
Community

Sixth grader wins Philadelphia regional spelling bee, heads to Scripps national competition

For the third year in a row, Jayden Jiang, a sixth grader at Girard Academic Music Program, took home the regional title.

3 months ago

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Yona Yurwit acts as judge in the trial
Community

Philly teens get hands-on civics experience with a ‘Demon Slayer’ mock trial

Philadelphia students participated in the manga-inspired mock trial and learned the inner workings of the legal process at Parkway Central Library.

3 months ago

President Donald Trump delivers the State of the Union address to a joint session of Congress in the House chamber at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2026.
Money

Trump child savings accounts: What they are, who they can help and their impact on wealth inequality

Trump Accounts — or 530A investment accounts — stem from a concept called “baby bonds,” which the creators hoped would reduce the racial wealth gap.

3 months ago

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The Connection with Marty Moss-Coane

How American children became picky eaters

American children used to be adventurous eaters. Why has kids’ food become so bland? And why are so many fussy about what’s on their plates?

Air Date: February 27, 2026 12:00 pm

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A phone with social media apps
Politics & Policy

New Jersey lawmakers move bills to address online safety for children

Legislation is being fast-tracked to better protect children’s online privacy and force black box social media warnings to be posted on platforms.

4 months ago

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A person looking at their cell phone home screen
Studio 2
Courts & Law

Social media on trial

Should tech giants be held accountable for the teen mental health crisis? And what could regulation look like in practice?

Air Date: February 10, 2026 1:00 pm

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Philadelphia City Hall
Politics & Policy

Philly moves forward with plan to make youth ombudsperson office permanent

The office helps improve safety and quality of services to ensure young people in residential placements are being taken care of properly.

4 months ago

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El edificio del Departamento de Educación de Estados Unidos en Washington
Education

Delaware recibe una subvención de 8.7 millones de dólares para ayudar a los profesores a integrar la alfabetización con las clases de educación cívica e historia.

Delaware fue uno de los 24 beneficiarios de la subvención federal. El dinero se destinará a apoyar la educación de niños con dificultades académicas de grados 4 a 12.

4 months ago

outside Penrose Elementary School
Community
6abc

Missing 10-year-old from Philadelphia found safe in Upper Chichester, Pa.

Police earlier said the child went missing after being dropped off at Penrose Elementary School and was last seen in the cafeteria.

4 months ago

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