
Kids
NASCAR champion Kyle Larson visits Philly nonprofit after tumultuous year
Larson, alongside Anthony and Michelle Martin of UYRS, sat down with WHYY host Cherri Gregg to discuss the journey from “canceled” to the championship circle.
3 years ago
Listen 7:59What N.J. ‘s newly signed child care tax credit law means for families
New Jersey families making up to $150,000 will be eligible for child care tax credits when they file their 2021 taxes next year.
3 years ago
Councilmember Kenyatta Johnson to host one week of giving
Given all of the challenges this holiday season, Councilmember Kenyatta Johnson says he "wanted to do even more this year to bring smiles to the faces of children."
3 years ago
Bond set at combined $1M after Michigan parents enter pleas
James and Jennifer Crumbley entered not guilty pleas to each of the four involuntary manslaughter counts against them during a hearing Saturday held on Zoom.
3 years ago
Biggest Delaware school district looks to protect and support transgender students
The Red Clay School District could vote this month on a plan to protect the privacy of transgender students, allowing them the experience of all school activities.
3 years ago
What you can expect when vaccines become available for kids under 5
Health officials and pediatricians say the slow uptake among hesitant parents for the 5-11 age group could extend to the youngest children too.
3 years ago
Death of bullied Utah girl draws anger over suicides, racism
“No parent should have to bury their 10-year old,” said the girl's mother. “I’m still in shock."
3 years ago
Kid vaccinations for COVID nearly doubled in Philly over the past two weeks
The city’s rate for 5- to 11-year-olds is still below the national average.
3 years ago
Demand is strong for kids’ COVID-19 vaccines, pediatricians say
Doctors in the Delaware Valley are pleasantly surprised. An October survey had shown many parents against or hesitant about vaccination.
3 years ago
Listen 3:42The shortages, caused by low wages and razor-thin profit margins, have ripple effects that reach far beyond the classroom and affect everyone.
3 years ago
How COVID shots for kids help prevent dangerous new variants
When the virus spreads unseen and unabated, health experts say, more people contract it and variants may arise.
3 years ago
What COVID-19 precautions should I take over the holidays?
Thursday will be our second pandemic Thanksgiving. The vaccines have helped, but there are still steps we can take to keep everyone safe.
3 years ago
Listen 4:17Philadelphia lags behind nationwide average in vaccination rate for children
Even as some parents may hesitate, the evidence indicates that the doses for children — which are lower than those for adults — are safe and effective.
3 years ago
Pandemic or no, kids are still getting — and spreading — head lice
With kids back in school, business is picking back up for professional delousers. But how are kids getting head lice if they're physically distancing in the classroom?
3 years ago
From day care to avoiding debt: Child tax credits quietly underwrite family expenses
The monthly cash has helped parents cover basics such as child care costs and plan for the future. Will the program be extended in D.C.?
3 years ago
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