Kids
U.S. judge blocks Florida ban on trans minor care in narrow ruling, says ‘gender identity is real’
Judge Robert Hinkle has temporarily blocked portions of a new Florida law that bans transgender minors from receiving puberty blockers.
2 years ago
'Schooled' returns with a deep dive into funding and equity in public education
Public education in America is still divided between the haves and have-nots, and the problem doesn’t get much worse than in Pennsylvania. But change could be coming.
Air Date: June 6, 2023
Listen 1:59More than 150,000 at-home ID kits provided to Delaware families will help investigators locate the kids should they go missing.
2 years ago
Delaware legislation to provide kids health care regardless of immigration status stymied
A bill to offer health care to income eligible kids and those who are pregnant regardless of immigration status is not moving forward.
2 years ago
How and when to remove children from their homes? A federal lawsuit raises thorny questions
If they win, the case could set a precedent for state welfare agencies across the country, especially when they remove a child from a home without a court order.
2 years ago
Worried about your kids’ video gaming? Explore their online worlds yourself
Games probably won't rot your kid's brain. But kids do need guidance in using them wisely.
2 years ago
Family of Aderrien Murry, 11-year-old shot by police, files federal lawsuit
The family of Aderrien Murry is seeking at least $5 million in damages.
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The six-week Léemelo program has seen success in a school where the majority of students speak Spanish.
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Arden Theatre opens ‘Spelling Bee’ musical as the real bee buzzes in Washington
The Arden Theatre opens “25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” at the same time two Philly kids are competing in the national bee.
2 years ago
Rain-activated poetry appears underfoot in Philly parks
Rain Poetry features haikus written by schoolchildren painted on sidewalks with invisible ink.
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Despite significant progress in foster care in Delaware, better support and transition programs are needed.
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FDA advisers support approval of RSV vaccine to protect infants
At least 58,000 childern younger than 5 years old are hospitalized each year with RSV infections.
2 years ago
Civic engagement, young voters, and teaching the next generation of Philadelphia’s leaders
Ahead of the primary, youth engagement has taken many forms, even including those not yet old enough to cast a ballot.
2 years ago
Listen 1:39Philly police plan to fan out to pools, recreation centers in high-violence areas this summer
Some Philly police officers stationed at schools during the school year will move to community centers as part of the city’s efforts to curb a spike in violence this summer.
2 years ago
Gun recovered from Philadelphia middle school, two juveniles in custody
A teacher at Grover Washington Middle School alerted authorities that a student was in possession of a firearm, according to the Philadelphia Police.
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