Kids’ birthday parties can get pricey fast, especially at places like a trampoline park or laser tag arcade. So many parents bring the celebration home to save money. But even in your own home, there are safety risks to watch out for.

Doctor: Simple is better when you’re young

They’re looking to fill 100 spots this season

It’s a place designed with your children in mind

You can help local kids get new athletic shoes with a donation to a Detroit nonprofit.

Here’s a great way to get kids involved in this easy and fun activity for pets

Destinations and activities to keep the kids entertained

Fathers share fatherly experiences

This happened last year and is a part of a series where we are looking back at viral videos.

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One of the best way to teach kids is to make it fun with toys

1 in 5 children will have a mental health concern

Developing KIDS has been serving more than 1,000 children out of two classrooms in a community center and other schools to accommodate certain events, but that’s no longer going to be the case.

Myth #3: If my child doesn’t go to college, my money disappears.

If you really want a scare, check out the Haunted Village!

This year’s event will be held on Sept. 22 and 23 at the Mike Ilitch School of Business, and it figures to be to once again be transformational for those in attendance.

Slides, swings, and fun things to climb on are all classic elements of a childhood favorite playgrounds.

STEM middle schooler training to pay students

We’re in the thick of summer and the excitement of being done with the school year may have worn off. Now kids are approaching the “boredom” phase of their time off, so what can we do to keep them entertained at home and beyond? We spoke with Kerry Doman, the Founder of Little Guide Detroit to get her tips for a fun summer break.

The new effort brings together local child care providers, families, policymakers and businesses to develop and implement a regional action plan over the next year.

Your child’s mental health is very important, so we spoke to Dr. Kristyn Gregory, a Psychiatrist and the Medical Director of Behavioral Health at Blue Cross Blue Sheild to get their advice on how to help your kids this summer.

Watch Thursday morning on Local 4 NEws or streaming on Local 4+ from 4:30-8 a.m.

Saying no to your adult children, and a Delta high-tech Delta scam that targeted Local 4's Rhonda Walker.

Did you know you can get your garden started using toilet paper rolls?

A family unit formed by challenging circumstances is getting some much-needed help expanding its home.

To date, Beans to Bags has raised over $85,000, which has all been given away to families in the Avondale School District.

A real police response to fake intruders at a kids hospital.

The full story can be seen in the video above, which is part of a series where we are looking back at most-watched viral videos.

Before you dive in, you might want to make sure everyone in your family is water ready.

Wednesday is officially recognized as the iconic doll’s birthday, and it appears Barbie is aging like fine wine.

At 8 years old, George Latham IV has published 2 books.

A child psychiatrist at the University of Michigan explains the best methods to help young children and teens process traumatic events.

Attend a free event and learn about all things dinosaurs at U-M's Museum of Natural History this weekend.

The Just Between Friends resale returns April 19-23.

School is all about learning and so much more. It’s where friendships are made, and a place to discover new interests and experiences. Every school day counts, and that is why we spoke with Detroit Public Schools Community District about the importance of good attendance.

If you need some inspiration, here are three of our stories about parent-child bonding through learning an activity together.

Give the gift of cozy nights

It looks like candy. It tastes like candy. But more kids are getting sick from it.

The Ann Arbor Art Center has all kinds of workshops and classes for all ages and skill sets to help you get started, or get back into this fun hobby.

Christmas came early in Eastpointe, as police officers spent the afternoon delivering gifts for its annual Cops for Kids holiday event.

Facing an ongoing shortage of teachers, dozens of school districts across the state are launching a new program that would make it easier to be an educator in Michigan.

As we prepare to gather with our family and friends for Thanksgiving, many are understandably nervous about all the viruses that are circulating.

Jason: “We either have to leave right this second or we have to call an ambulance.”

Books can be magical - they can take you to far-off places, back in time, to fantasy lands, or even into the future. They can teach you something about yourself, or the world, and one thing that can make books even more powerful is if you can see yourself reflected in the pages. That’s what one local book lover wanted to see more of - African Americans in literature, so she started her own bookstore.

Local 4 has obtained a video that shows what happened on a Chippewa Valley Schools bus where students were injured.

Local 4 obtained footage allegedly showing a Chippewa Valley school bus driver slamming on the brakes out of frustration last month. The sudden motion jolted the kids.

On a blustery cold night, dozens of community leaders and business executives spent the night sleeping outside on the grounds of Covenant House.

Macomb County Prosecutor Peter Lucido and Oakland County Sheriff Michael Bouchard are among the leaders who say something needs to be done as another problem surfaced Wednesday.

Correctly installing car seats is a life and death decision for parents. So, it’s always good to double check everything and even have a professional check it.

When I was in my 20s, I saw those “soccer moms” at the park and I heard their (in my opinion) horrific stories about travel soccer.

The Underwater Pond Dome is one of the biggest attractions at Indian Springs Metropark

Local 4′s Karen Drew explains why most parents are completely unaware, until it’s too late.

Halloween in the D returned with trunk-or-treat events at police and fire stations across Metro Detroit.

There’s something for every child on your list

Halloween is just around the corner and what better way to get the kids excited than to do some crafts! Whether it’s spooky decorations or something fun to play with, the whole family will enjoy these three Halloween-inspired crafts.

Are you looking for some fun and simple Halloween activities to do with your kids? Kerry Doman, founder of Little Guide Detroit, joined Tati Amare on “Live In The D” to discuss how to make this season spooky for the whole family.

Even though restrictions have pretty much been lifted or lessened, the end of the pandemic hasn’t ended online learning as a good option for parents and kids.

A Chippewa Valley school bus driver is on administrative leave after a scary bus ride that sent multiple kids to the hospital.

It has been touted as the safest ride outside the yellow bus, and several area school districts are partnering with a service called HopSkipDrive.

The Detroit Public School Community District is preparing for a crucial day for Michigan Public Schools.

A small business providing buses for tours, weddings, and even rides for school kids to field trips is trying to uplift its west side location on the city’s west side, but it also keeps becoming a target for break-ins.

Sip fine wine, and try local restaurants... all while helping to make kids’ dreams come true, at Detroit Uncorked.

Bus stop safety in Ypsilanti Township has left some people in high-traffic areas and lower visibility. New bus routes at Lincoln Consolidated Schools have parents concerned for their children’s safety.

Celebrate the magic of Disney

Children’s Hospital of Michigan in Detroit said they’ve already seen more children with gun injuries than last year.

It’s the deadliest drug threat in America, and it only took days for rainbow fentanyl to appear in Michigan after the DEA warned it was coming.

As families struggle to make ends meet, one big hit to the bottom line just happened: checking off those long school supplies lists is far from cheap.

The Detroit Bus Company is working on repairs Friday after thieves stole catalytic converters from the buses.

Some families in the Plymouth-Canton school district were surprised to learn within the past few days that bus services would not be available for their neighborhood for the upcoming school year.

It’s a little earlier start to the school year for the state’s largest school district, but Detroit schools will start the year fully staffed for the first time in a long time.

A Garden City man will stay behind bars for allegedly producing child pornography, police say.

The Belle Isle Giant Slide is closed as crews make adjustments to speed.

Officials say that a 19-year-old man is in custody and charged for allegedly using the “Truth or Dare” game to trick children into sending nude photos and videos through Snapchat.

Going back to school can be exciting, and yet it can also be the cause of a case of the jitters. Students may feel stress and anxiety for many reasons, and we want to help families with the transition so we spoke to the experts at Mind Wellness Counseling.

The experts at Great Lakes Learning Academy, an entirely online public charter school, offer advice on how to create a positive study environment at home where the students in your life can learn at their own pace.

’s that time of the year again when the kiddos are sent a list of items they will need for the upcoming school year. Between backpacks, folders, notebooks, calculators, and more, things can really add up quickly. We spoke to Desiree Atkins with Forman Mills, about ways to save big on back-to-school shopping.

Traditional Western ideals often equate adulthood with parenthood, but a new study out of Michigan has found that’s not necessarily the case anymore.

We are already in the first week of August, July has come and gone, so does that mean summer is coming to an end? That’s what we talked about today on What’s the Buzz. Joining host Tati Amare to talk about it are Mary Liz Curtin, the owner of Leon and Lulu and the Three Cats Cafe, and Blaine Fowler, Host of the Blaine Fowler Morning Show on 96.3 WDVD.

Some of America’s favorite cartoon characters are back in a new T.V. show for pre-school children. The show is called “Bugs Bunny Builders”, and features all of the beloved Looney Tunes characters to educate children on a number of age appropriate problem solving issues.

Behind all technology screens, including your phone, computer, tablets, and gaming consoles, there is a code. Coding is the process or activity of writing computer programs. The language electronics uses to understand and execute functions of computer devices. Kids are excited about the idea of coding but not all children have the right access to learn how to code. CODE(313) is here to bring change for all children who are interested in coding.

It was announced by Matell, Inc. that the Barbie brand in partnership with the Jane Goodall Institute is introducing a Dr. Jane Goodall Inspiring Women Doll. The doll is made of 90% recycled ocean-bound plastic.

You can make sleepovers for kids even more memorable by throwing a dreamy party. Julie McInerney, owner of Sweet Mitten Dreams, joined “Live in the D” Co-host Tati Amare to share ideas you can create yourself or have them do it all for you.

A new interactive exhibit has opened up in metro Detroit and it will have you digging for gold. The Cranbrook Institute of Science has family’s on the hunt for buried treasure this summer. Today on “Live In The D”, host Jason Carr was joined by the Anthropology Coordinator and Museum Educator, Cameron Wood, to talk about what to expect at a new exhibit.

With all this hot weather we’ve been having, you’re probably looking for a way to cool off. Well, there’s no better way than to dive on in and enjoy the water! Luckily, there are several local pools, splash pads, and water slides that are perfect for some fun in the sun. We check out the many options at our local Metroparks.

New research shows that children actually grow taller when school is in session compared to the summer months.

Summer officially begins next week Tuesday, and Royal Oak is gearing up to kick off the start of the season!

Summer break is approaching and what better way to encourage the kids to stay creative and occupied than with an art day camp.

The higher temperatures have more kids out and about in their neighborhoods, leaving many parents to worry about their children wandering into the street.

With Memorial Day Weekend marking the unofficial start of summer, family’s can’t wait to get the summer activities started. Today on “Live In The D”, Tati spoke with James Zahn, senior editor at The Toy Insider, to give us a sneak peak at some of the toys your kids will get hours of fun time with.

The Safe Sleep for Babies Act became law last week and is meant to improve efforts to make sure infants sleep in a safe environment.

There will be plenty to do at Canterbury Village in Lake Orion this summer.

It’s never too early to start teaching your children about money and how it is used every day.

Moms are always looking for something to keep the kids active and take a break from screen time, and there is one place in Metro Detroit that can help with that. The kids will be bouncing off the walls - in a good way- and the best part is mom can jump in on the fun too. Michelle Oliver takes us to Defy Detroit in Commerce Township.

The mission, besides having a bunch of animals for the public to enjoy, is education.

The World Health Organization says at least one death has been reported in connection with a mysterious liver disease outbreak affecting children in Europe and the United States.

Hope House Detroit has helped the younger generation for more than decade.

Believe it or not, it’s already time to start planning for summer camps for the kids. So, how do you choose one that’s the right fit for the child in your life? We spoke to the experts at the YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit for some helpful guidelines.

The popular car seat trade-in program is returning to Target this month.

Running out of ideas of what to do with the kids? Do you want to do something active, but can't count on Mother Nature to play nice? Well, there is one place where kids can jump, play, scream, and even defy gravity. Michelle Oliver is taking us to bounce around at Defy Detroit in Commerce Township.

One way to cope with any extra stress or anxiety is to have the kids engage in play time to help develop motor skills, social skills and language development, according to Dr. Jen Harstein, a children’s developmental psychologist who works with autistic children daily.