The Woodward Dream Cruise wants to remind the general public of the weight restrictions for commercial trucks and trailers for August 20.

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

Obesity rates in America are on the rise and the problem is spreading across the country -- including here in Michigan.

The following is a reminder from the Michigan Department of Transportation about vehicle weight restrictions during the Woodward Dream Cruise

The pandemic disrupted children’s lives in so many ways: from the loss of organized sports and gym class, to suddenly being home and having access to food all day.

Now pediatricians are concerned it could make the ongoing problem of childhood obesity even worse. Tonight they are offering parents a formula to get kids back on track. We know that weight in kids is affected by everything from diet and activity to also sleep and stress, said Hernandez. Dr. Hernandez says parents can use the 9-5-2-1-almost none formula to help reestablish a healthy routine. A new survey finds 41 percent of parents say theyre snacking more often.