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Surgeon General reports elevated stress levels among Metro Detroit parents
Read full article: Surgeon General reports elevated stress levels among Metro Detroit parentsOver the last decade, parents have been consistently more likely to report experiencing high levels of stress compared to other adults, according to a new U.S. Surgeon Generalโs Advisory.
Why parents should say no to their adult children; and a Delta scam that targeted our own Rhonda Walker
Read full article: Why parents should say no to their adult children; and a Delta scam that targeted our own Rhonda WalkerSaying no to your adult children, and a Delta high-tech Delta scam that targeted Local 4's Rhonda Walker.
Morning 4: Charges against Oxford shooterโs parents scrutinized by judges in appeal hearing -- and other news
Read full article: Morning 4: Charges against Oxford shooterโs parents scrutinized by judges in appeal hearing -- and other newsMorning 4 is a quick roundup of stories we think you should know about to start your day.
When is fever reducing medication needed in children? Hereโs what experts say
Read full article: When is fever reducing medication needed in children? Hereโs what experts sayWhen a child feels sick, parents want to make them feel better, but a new poll from the University of Michiganโs C.S. Mott Childrenโs Hospital found some parents may be giving their children fever-reducing medication unnecessarily.
What is pickleball, and why is everyone obsessed with it?
Read full article: What is pickleball, and why is everyone obsessed with it?My parents celebrated their wedding anniversary last year with their first vacation since the COVID-19 pandemic began, and not only did they come home refreshed and tan, they came home obsessed with a game called pickleball that I could not understand.
University of Michigan expert explains how to address school shootings with kids, teens
Read full article: University of Michigan expert explains how to address school shootings with kids, teensA child psychiatrist at the University of Michigan explains the best methods to help young children and teens process traumatic events.
Have you ever started learning something new with your kid? We want to hear your story!
Read full article: Have you ever started learning something new with your kid? We want to hear your story!If you need some inspiration, here are three of our stories about parent-child bonding through learning an activity together.
Jason Colthorp: How car seats protected my girls when our SUV slid on black ice, rolled 3 times
Read full article: Jason Colthorp: How car seats protected my girls when our SUV slid on black ice, rolled 3 timesAnyone whoโs lost control while driving in wintry weather in Michigan knows that feeling. That stomach-drop feeling that usually accompanies most rides at Cedar Point.
Macomb County to consider holding parents accountable for school threats made by their children
Read full article: Macomb County to consider holding parents accountable for school threats made by their childrenMacomb 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.
These are the 6 library books being reviewed by Dearborn Public Schools
Read full article: These are the 6 library books being reviewed by Dearborn Public SchoolsIn line with growing scrutiny across the U.S. over school library books and their appropriateness, Dearborn Public Schools has developed a committee that will review existing and potential literary additions that are of concern to parents.
Wayne County school district claims โno bus serviceโ notices was mistake
Read full article: Wayne County school district claims โno bus serviceโ notices was mistakeSome 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.
Oxford High School students returning to class amid much uncertainty
Read full article: Oxford High School students returning to class amid much uncertaintyOxford High School students are returning to class this Thursday amid much uncertainty. The Oxford School District started reaching out to parents this week with updated safety plans which are getting mixed reviews.
Oxford parents demand answers amid new allegations about what took place during high school shooting in November
Read full article: Oxford parents demand answers amid new allegations about what took place during high school shooting in NovemberThe Oxford school board meeting Tuesday night for the first time since a new lawsuit alleged an armed school security guard had the opportunity to stop the shooter but dismissed what was happening as a drill.
FDA warns caregivers not to use neck floats after baby dies, another hospitalized
Read full article: FDA warns caregivers not to use neck floats after baby dies, another hospitalizedThe FDA is warning parents, caregivers and healthcare providers not to use neck floats with babies for water therapy because they can lead to injury or death.
Live stream: Crumbley parents in court for change of venue motion hearing
Read full article: Live stream: Crumbley parents in court for change of venue motion hearingJennifer and James Crumbley, the parents of the suspected Oxford High School shooter, have requested their trial be moved, arguing that they wonโt receive fair treatment in Oakland County.
Crumbleys say they feel bullied by Oakland County prosecutor, fear tainted jury
Read full article: Crumbleys say they feel bullied by Oakland County prosecutor, fear tainted juryThe Crumbley parents have requested a new court filing as their lawyers say Oakland County Prosecutor Karen McDonald has crossed the line.
University of Michigan study: Young children exposed to sneaky ads, profit tactics in apps
Read full article: University of Michigan study: Young children exposed to sneaky ads, profit tactics in appsResearchers from U-M found a majority of apps contain tricks to keep children playing longer or make purchases.
What to do if your child is missing; National Missing Childrenโs Day shines light on child safety
Read full article: What to do if your child is missing; National Missing Childrenโs Day shines light on child safetyToday is National Missing Childrenโs Day, a day dedicated to encouraging parents, guardians and caregivers to make child safety a priority.
Parents of suspected Oxford school shooter claim they canโt get fair trial in Oakland County, request move
Read full article: Parents of suspected Oxford school shooter claim they canโt get fair trial in Oakland County, request moveThe parents of the suspected Oxford High School shooter claim they wonโt get a fair trial in Oakland County, and theyโre requesting the trial be moved elsewhere.
Safe Sleep for Babies Act makes it illegal to sell padded bumper pads, inclined sleepers for infants
Read full article: Safe Sleep for Babies Act makes it illegal to sell padded bumper pads, inclined sleepers for infantsThe Safe Sleep for Babies Act became law last week and is meant to improve efforts to make sure infants sleep in a safe environment.
Baby formula shortage: Resources for mothers, caretakers struggling to find product
Read full article: Baby formula shortage: Resources for mothers, caretakers struggling to find productMany parents and caregivers across the U.S. are struggling to feed their infants due to a limited supply of baby formula on store shelves in what has become one of the latest consumer crises amid the pandemic.
A program helping busy adults get a degree for only 7K per year
Read full article: A program helping busy adults get a degree for only 7K per yearItโs hardly breaking news to say that the price of a college education has gone sky high. Well thereโs a local program you may have never heard of that is helping Metro Detroiters of every age bring that tuition bill down to only $7,000 per year.
Elementary school student brings alcohol to class in Livonia, shares drink with four students
Read full article: Elementary school student brings alcohol to class in Livonia, shares drink with four studentsParents were outraged after an elementary school student brought alcohol to class and had other students drink it.Local 4 News is told that the student shared the drink with four other students.
Family of Hana St. Juliana files lawsuit against oxford schools
Read full article: Family of Hana St. Juliana files lawsuit against oxford schoolsA new civil suit against Oxford Schools and some administrators was filed in federal court Thursday (April 14) on behalf of the family of Hana St. Juliana, the 14-year-old who was killed the day of the Oxford High School shooting.
Students and parents push for better safety plan at Oxford High School
Read full article: Students and parents push for better safety plan at Oxford High SchoolEven after five months since the tragic shooting, some students still donโt feel safe being back in the school. Parents of the students are pressuring the Oxford School District to change that.
Feedback sought for compensation plan for Oxford High School victims
Read full article: Feedback sought for compensation plan for Oxford High School victimsParents and students finished giving feedback on plans to compensate families at Oxford High School impacted by the tragic shooting last November. They spoke at a town hall hosted by the National Compassion Fund, which is managing the nearly $2 million in funds donated.
DEI: Helping parents explain diversity, equity, inclusion to their children
Read full article: DEI: Helping parents explain diversity, equity, inclusion to their childrenPracticing diversity, equity and inclusion -- or DEI -- has become commonplace for many people and industries across the U.S. as society responds to increasingly public outcries against racism.
How birth of daughter helped Clarkson woman heal from delivery of twins early in COVID pandemic
Read full article: How birth of daughter helped Clarkson woman heal from delivery of twins early in COVID pandemicA growing family from Clarkston has really been through the wringer during the COVID pandemic.
Research: 1 in 3 new mothers during early COVID experienced postpartum depression
Read full article: Research: 1 in 3 new mothers during early COVID experienced postpartum depressionOne in three new mothers during early COVID had postpartum depression, according to University of Michigan researchers.
Mother at center of Rochester Community Schools social media scandal speaks out
Read full article: Mother at center of Rochester Community Schools social media scandal speaks outElena Dinverno was a mom worried about how her son was doing with online learning. Never did she imagine it would cost her her job.
Lawsuit: Texas investigating parents of transgender youth
Read full article: Lawsuit: Texas investigating parents of transgender youthThe parents of a transgender teenager in Texas say in a lawsuit that the state is investigating them after Republican Gov. Greg Abbott ordered officials to look into reports of gender-confirming care for kids as abuse.
School district making mask optional for Northville Public Schools
Read full article: School district making mask optional for Northville Public SchoolsNorthville Public Schools held a special board meeting Monday (Feb. 21) night about its mask mandate, voting to make masks optional for students and staff.
Metro Detroit child care centers getting extra help from Michigan Works! offices
Read full article: Metro Detroit child care centers getting extra help from Michigan Works! officesChild care centers across Southeast Michigan are getting some extra help from their local Michigan Works! offices amid ongoing staffing shortages.
Siri Daly shares her best advice for cooking with kids, dealing with picky eaters
Read full article: Siri Daly shares her best advice for cooking with kids, dealing with picky eatersSiri Daly has her own cookbook, a food blog, and regularly appears on the Today Show to share her recipes, often with husband Carson Daly by her side. But sheโs also a mom who has dealt with her fair share of picky eaters.
Michigan parents have concerns as students return to in-person learning after holiday break
Read full article: Michigan parents have concerns as students return to in-person learning after holiday breakU.S. education secretary Miguel Cardinal insists that students should have in-person learning despite another COVID surge caused largely by the omicron variant.
Parents of suspected Oxford High School shooter in custody after manhunt on Detroitโs east side
Read full article: Parents of suspected Oxford High School shooter in custody after manhunt on Detroitโs east sideParents of the suspected Oxford High School shooter are in custody and expected to face involuntary manslaughter charges in connection with the attack their son is accused of committing, according to sources.
How to talk to your children about the Oxford High School shooting, other threats
Read full article: How to talk to your children about the Oxford High School shooting, other threatsItโs a question being asked by many parents: What are we supposed to tell our kids about the Oxford High School shooting?
Ann Arbor high schools addressing โconcerning social media posts,โ allowing students to go home
Read full article: Ann Arbor high schools addressing โconcerning social media posts,โ allowing students to go homeAAPS is allowing high school students to go home for the day after threatening posts emerged online.
Ann Arbor Public Schools superintendent responds to building closures amid staff shortage
Read full article: Ann Arbor Public Schools superintendent responds to building closures amid staff shortageSwift said the district is looking into the factors that made several schools shift to remote learning recently.
Royal Oak Schools launch โParent Universityโ to educate community on diversity, equity and inclusion topics
Read full article: Royal Oak Schools launch โParent Universityโ to educate community on diversity, equity and inclusion topicsThereโs a new program at Royal Oak Schools where the parents are the students.
Manchester schools superintendent meets with parents over mask mandate
Read full article: Manchester schools superintendent meets with parents over mask mandateOn Wednesday, Manchester Community Schools parents, staff members and some students met at the Manchester High School football stadium with superintendent Bradley Bezeau. They were there to discuss the division caused by the mask mandate issued by the Washtenaw County Health Department.
DEA creates mock bedroom to show Metro Detroit parents potential drug hiding spots
Read full article: DEA creates mock bedroom to show Metro Detroit parents potential drug hiding spotsA nonprofit organization has partnered with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) to make parents aware of how easy it is for teens to store drugs in plain sight.
Parents, elected officials to hold town hall on state of childcare in Washtenaw County
Read full article: Parents, elected officials to hold town hall on state of childcare in Washtenaw CountyLocal parents and elected officials will hold a discussion about the state of childcare in Washtenaw County on Oct. 29.
Royal Oak School District apologizes after mass email mistake exposes some personal information
Read full article: Royal Oak School District apologizes after mass email mistake exposes some personal informationA file containing Mistar Parent connect pins and passwords, students names and grades, and addresses was sent out to Royal Oak High School seniors and their parents.
Eastpointe Middle School shifts to remote learning due to staff shortage
Read full article: Eastpointe Middle School shifts to remote learning due to staff shortageThere has been talk about shortages with secretaries, custodians and school bus drivers; however, when teacher vacancies in Eastpointe topped more than 20%, the district went back to remote learning for middle school students.
Group of Michigan parents launch petition supporting statewide mask mandate in schools
Read full article: Group of Michigan parents launch petition supporting statewide mask mandate in schoolsA debate over if masks should be required in schools or not is dividing school districts, communities and even families.
Viral video shows maskless students protesting mandate outside Washtenaw County high school
Read full article: Viral video shows maskless students protesting mandate outside Washtenaw County high schoolA video shows parents in Washtenaw County urging their kids to ignore their high schoolโs mask mandate and enter the school.
Parents divided over mask policy in Macomb County
Read full article: Parents divided over mask policy in Macomb CountyTuesday marks the return to school for thousands of children in Macomb County. Unlike neighboring Oakland and Wayne counties, there is no countywide mask mandate. Most districts have decided to make masks optional.
Parents spar over masks at Utica Community Schools
Read full article: Parents spar over masks at Utica Community SchoolsUtica Community Schools is the largest school district in Macomb County and it is opting to start mask optional for fall semester. Superintendent Robert Monroe said it depends on parents and the choices they and their students make as to whether that can continue.
U-M: Families worried about more pandemic disruptions heading into new school year
Read full article: U-M: Families worried about more pandemic disruptions heading into new school yearA new poll by the University of Michigan reveals what parents around the country are worried about heading into the 2021-2022 school year.
U-M survey finds most Detroit parents likely to take precautions against COVID, sans vaccine
Read full article: U-M survey finds most Detroit parents likely to take precautions against COVID, sans vaccineโThey are not coronavirus deniers by any means," said Dr. Jeffrey Morenoff "Theyโre actually concerned about their safety and taking steps to mitigate that risk by mask wearing and social distancing."
Parents demand action after Grosse Pointe Public Schools decides to not require masks
Read full article: Parents demand action after Grosse Pointe Public Schools decides to not require masksโWeโre teaching them something that honestly just breaks my heart, that we donโt have responsibility to care for and about one another,โ Eisenberg said.
Parents demand action after Grosse Pointe Public Schools decides not to require masks
Read full article: Parents demand action after Grosse Pointe Public Schools decides not to require masksโWeโre teaching them something that honestly just breaks my heart, that we donโt have responsibility to care for and about one another,โ Eisenberg said.
U-M poll: Parents split on COVID vaccine for young children
Read full article: U-M poll: Parents split on COVID vaccine for young childrenA new national poll by U-M's C.S. Mott Children's Hospital reveals that parents of young children are split down the middle on whether to vaccinate them against COVID-19.
Psychologist weighs in on how to make the most out of watching the Olympics with your child
Read full article: Psychologist weighs in on how to make the most out of watching the Olympics with your childThe Olympics are a chance for families to spend some time together as they watch the sports and events.