“I just can’t do this.” Harried parents forgo home school

Frustration is mounting as more families across the U.S. enter their second or even third week of distance learning — and some overwhelmed parents say it will be their last.

COVID-19 is mostly mild and rarely fatal for US kids, data show

While the illness usually isn’t severe in kids, some do get sick enough to require hospital treatment, data suggest.

Sanford neighborhood organizes "bear hunt" for families to get outside

Neighbors in the Lake Forest neighborhood in Sanford are hiding teddy bears in their front windows for children to spot on walks and bike rides.

Kids and coronavirus: What are the dangers?

Like many parents, Kerry McKenna didn’t think her 4-year-old son was in danger of contracting coronavirus.

Kids can still transmit COVID-19, should stay home while school is out

Although elderly people and people with compromised immune systems are more likely to fall severely ill from COVID-19, children can still catch the virus and transmit it.

Home school teacher offers parents tips amid closings due to coronavirus

Schools across the country will be closing beginning Monday as fears of the spread of the coronavirus continue. This will create a unique situation where students will be expected to begin distance learning or online courses during that time despite not actually being at school.

Krispy Kreme to deliver doughnuts from almost all locations starting Feb. 29

Krispy Kreme will begin nationwide delivery services on Feb. 29, and to commemorate Leap Day, the doughnut company will surprise hospital staff and parents with goodies for any Leap Babies.

Alabama cop shows off dance moves at Mardi Gras parade

A cop marching behind a group of dancers in a Mardi Gras parade couldn’t resist but join in the festivities.

Think your baby is a star? Gerber is looking for its next spokesbaby

Gerber, the baby nutrition and food brand, is looking for its 2020 Gerber baby. Could your little love be the next spokesbaby?

‘Baby Shark’ toy saves Wisconsin toddler's life after stray bullet pierces bedroom wall, police say

A “Baby Shark” doll narrowly saved the life of a toddler after absorbing a stray bullet that ripped through the walls of her family’s Madison home on Sunday, according to police.