Kids
Bullying on the Rise, Disappearing Pay Phones, Why We Love (or Hate) Spicy Foods
Incidents of bullying and harassment are at an all-time high at schools across New Jersey. Also, where have all the pay phones gone? And, our differing tolerance for spice.
Air Date: January 24, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 49:30Justice Department report finds ‘critical failures’ in response to Uvalde attack
The Justice Department's critical incident review comes more than a year and a half after the gunman killed 19 children and two teachers at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde.
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N.J. congressman wants the FDA to inspect baby food and infant formula
N.J. Congressman Frank Pallone unveils a plan to have mandatory testing and inspections of all baby food and formula.
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Listen 1:03A Philadelphia museum is turning toddlers into art lovers by encouraging their artistic expression
Philly toddlers are looking at art, hearing stories about artworks and then creating their own unique art projects at Woodmere Art Museum.
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Ready to ring in 2024? A family-friendly New Year’s Eve celebration is planned for Philly
Crafts, a “square” drop to ring in the New Year, and fireworks are part of the family-friendly New Year’s Eve celebration.
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The Delaware Children’s Museum is gearing up to host 1,500 guests at its annual "Confetti Countdown" celebration, featuring a live band and three rounds of confetti cannons.
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This initiative comes in response to a growing recognition of the importance of addressing mental health issues, including grief, among students.
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Listen 1:22FDA finds ‘extremely high’ lead levels in cinnamon at Ecuador plant that made tainted fruit pouches
The recalled pouches have been linked to dozens of illnesses in U.S. kids.
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‘It makes a difference’: Delaware family’s heartfelt toy drive follows life-saving hospital stay
This Wilmington family rushed to Nemours Children’s Hospital during a life-threatening emergency. Now, they’re returning to give toys and hope to young patients.
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Listen 1:17A Bucks County attraction is decked out for the holidays — and helping local families in need
Peddler’s Village is teaming up with the United Way of Bucks County for a special toy drive.
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The program at Milton Elementary in Sussex County aims to improve literacy and the connection between parents and students.
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Listen 1:03Camden train transforms to ‘Polar Express’ for kids battling illnesses
NJ Transit and the Ronald McDonald House teamed up to give the holiday makeover to one of its River Line trains, delighting about 25 children currently staying at the house.
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How teaching in Philly district schools differs from charters: Three teachers share their stories
They each have their pros and cons, on issues ranging from resources to oversight. Three teachers share their stories.
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The Gaza war’s youngest evacuees reach safety in Egypt — many without their parents
On Monday, 28 newborns were evacuated from Gaza to Egypt, after being transported from Al-Shifa Hospital. Four mothers accompanied the babies. It's not known how many of the o
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Pink gives away 2,000 banned books at Florida concerts
The pop music icon is taking a stand against the libraries and classrooms around the U.S. that have removed books due to claims of inappropriate content.
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