Children
911 Calls Released In Slaying Of S.C. Children
A South Carolina woman who authorities say killed her two young children and seriously injured her husband crashed her pickup into a tree so hard the roots came out of the ground, according to 911 calls released Thursday.
NC House OKs Insurance Mandate To Cover Autism
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — The state House wants to require North Carolina health insurance providers — including the plan for state employees and teachers — to cover the diagnosis and treatment of autism for children […]
Not All Stay-At-Home Moms “Choose” To Stay Home
(CBS Charlotte) — For decades, the number of women entering the workforce has increased, however, more and more women are now opting to stay home after they have children. Originally, it was believed that stay-at-home […]
FDA Evaluates Caffeinated Products, Wrigley Withdraws Gum From Market
(CBS Charlotte) — Less than two weeks after Wrigley’s announced the launch of their new product, “Alert Energy Caffeine Gum,“ the company announced yesterday that it was temporarily withdrawing the caffeinated gum from the market […]
Pediatricians: Children In Danger When Sliding Down Slides In Parents’ Laps
As playgrounds grow crowded with children and parents enjoying spring temperatures, pediatricians are advising caretakers against the practice of sliding down slides with children in their laps.
Does Your Child Have ADHD Or Are They “Just Being A Kid?”
(CBS Charlotte) — Is it just me, or does it seem like an alarming number of children are being diagnosed with ADHD lately? ADHD, stands for Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, and it is the most frequently diagnosed […]
Do Kids Really Need To Clean Their Plate?
(CBS Charlotte) — Growing up, you probably heard your parents tell you that you couldn’t leave the table or have dessert until you “clean your plate.” And now, over 35 percent of adults in the […]
Trial To Begin For Woman Who Killed Newborn Twins
Jury selection is under way in Gallatin for the murder trial of a Hendersonville woman charged with smothering her newborn twin boys.
South Carolina Bill Would Ban Kids Buying Electronic Cigarettes
A House panel has advanced a bill designed to keep electronic cigarettes out of juvenile’s hands.
North Carolina School Board Considers Opposing Paddling Kids
North Carolina’s state school board is considering a stand against using physical pain to enforce discipline even as the number of children paddled in public schools falls fast.
