Can a pregnant woman spread the coronavirus to her fetus?

Can a pregnant woman spread the coronavirus to her fetus? Probably, but it seems to happen rarely and there’s a good explanation for why that is.

'Magic School Bus' author Joanna Cole dies at age 75

Author Joanna Cole, whose “Magic School Bus” books transported millions of young people on extraordinary and educational adventures, has died at age 75.

Programs that bring summer camp to your home

Officially summer day camps are back open, but throughout the Tri-State area many camps decided to close for the season due to COVID-19, and many parents chose not to send their kids to camp out of an abundance of caution.

Social distancing hits the road as RV rentals increase nationwide

As families look to get out of the house while still safely obeying social distancing guidelines this summer, RV rentals are on the rise across the nation.

RV rentals rise nationwide
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As families look to get out of the house while still safely obeying social distancing guidelines this summer, RV rentals are on the rise across the nation.

Texas couple married 53 years dies minutes apart while holding hands

An elderly couple in Texas reportedly died last week only 50 minutes apart from one other, while holding hands at a Fort Worth hospital, as each of them succumbed to complications from the novel coronavirus.

Frozen foods are having a culinary moment thanks to the pandemic

Frozen foods have proven to be no-fuss items that are quick to get on the table. They're affordable options that last a long time. And they can be healthy alternatives, especially when other options don't exist. That might be why at the beginning of the pandemic, some frozen foods were so tough to get.

Supreme Court strikes down Louisiana abortion clinic law

The Supreme Court has struck down a Louisiana law regulating abortion clinics, reasserting a commitment to abortion rights over fierce opposition from dissenting conservative justices in the first big abortion case of the Trump era.

Census shows white decline, nonwhite majority among youngest

New figures released by the U.S. Census Bureau on Thursday show that for the first time nonwhites and Hispanics were a majority of people under age 16 in 2019.

When and why you should wear a mask around family

Unless you live together, you should be wearing masks and social distancing when visiting other family and friends.

White parents of Black children navigate a changing nation

The Associated Press discussed race with six white couples who have adopted or have custody of Black children. These parents are trying to help their children understand race in America while getting an accelerated course themselves.

Send your dad a virtual Father’s Day message

Can’t get your dad a Father’s Day card this year? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered.

How to help your kids fight unhealthy weight gain during the COVID-19 lockdown

A new study says that during the COVID-19 lockdown, children gained an average of 7 pounds and doctors and health experts are advising parents to make sure their children stay active and healthy.

Study: Children gained 8 to 10 pounds during coronavirus lockdown
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A new study says that during the COVID-19 lockdown, children gained an average of 7 pounds and doctors and health experts are advising parents to make sure their children stay active and healthy.

Are playdates OK? Letting your children socialize safely

Kids can start to socialize and get together with their friends, as long as parents reinforce the importance of safety measures, experts say.