These are the best states to have a baby, new study finds
Here’s which state topped the list as the best state to have a baby, thanks to top-tier health care, low infant mortality and strong family support policies.
Here’s which state topped the list as the best state to have a baby, thanks to top-tier health care, low infant mortality and strong family support policies.
'Trump accounts' for newborns could grow to $1.9M, Treasury says
Even without additional contributions beyond the initial $1K deposit, the Treasury estimates the account could grow to $13,800 in 18 years.
Even without additional contributions beyond the initial $1K deposit, the Treasury estimates the account could grow to $13,800 in 18 years.
Nearly two-thirds of parents say they’ve gone into debt for summer camp or activities
Summer child care is breaking the bank. A new survey reveals how much parents are spending to keep their kids busy during the break.
Summer child care is breaking the bank. A new survey reveals how much parents are spending to keep their kids busy during the break.
Poll shows most Americans feel child care costs are a 'major problem'
Most Americans agree child care costs are a major issue in the U.S., but they don’t agree on how to fix it.
Most Americans agree child care costs are a major issue in the U.S., but they don’t agree on how to fix it.
Child care costs are highest in these states, study finds
The steep cost of child care in America is weighing on parents all over the country, but those in these particular states were found to feel the pinch the most.
The steep cost of child care in America is weighing on parents all over the country, but those in these particular states were found to feel the pinch the most.
Tampa police, community gather to honor history of Juneteenth
Five years ago, the nation recognized the first Juneteenth. It marks the day in 1965 when Union soldiers went to Galveston, Texas and told enslaved people they were free. It happened two years after President Abraham Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation.
Five years ago, the nation recognized the first Juneteenth. It marks the day in 1965 when Union soldiers went to Galveston, Texas and told enslaved people they were free. It happened two years after President Abraham Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation.
These are the best cities to raise a family in 2025, study finds
A new study has listed the best cities for raising a family based on metrics including cost of housing, quality of local schools and opportunities for fun.
A new study has listed the best cities for raising a family based on metrics including cost of housing, quality of local schools and opportunities for fun.
It now costs nearly 300K to raise a child; here’s where it’s most expensive
A new study finds that the cost of raising a child has surged 25% since 2023.
A new study finds that the cost of raising a child has surged 25% since 2023.
Ceremony shines light on need for teen adoptions
To celebrate Teen Adoption Day (March 14) and National Teenager Day (March 21), 10 teens were legally adopted at a ceremony held by Family Support Services (FSS) of Pasco & Pinellas Counties.
To celebrate Teen Adoption Day (March 14) and National Teenager Day (March 21), 10 teens were legally adopted at a ceremony held by Family Support Services (FSS) of Pasco & Pinellas Counties.
Father, son meet for first time after 48 years thanks to genealogy
There are all kinds of reunions at airports for short trips and longer journeys.
There are all kinds of reunions at airports for short trips and longer journeys.
Family of Bradenton “peacewalker" outraged over potential plea deal in fatal hit-and-run
In a Bradenton neighborhood, Joseph Dralus, Sr. was known as the "Peace Walker" – a beloved figure who greeted passersby with a smile and a peace sign during his daily walks.
In a Bradenton neighborhood, Joseph Dralus, Sr. was known as the "Peace Walker" – a beloved figure who greeted passersby with a smile and a peace sign during his daily walks.
These are the worst cities for families, report says
A new study ranked the 50 largest U.S. metros for families, based on factors including household incomes, poverty rates and child care costs.
A new study ranked the 50 largest U.S. metros for families, based on factors including household incomes, poverty rates and child care costs.
As Valentine's Day approaches, here are the best US cities to get married in 2025
See which cities will give you the most bang for your buck.
See which cities will give you the most bang for your buck.
'She just lit up': Baby born deaf hears parents for 1st time after cochlear implants
A Massachusetts couple is celebrating after their 10-month-old daughter, Charlie, who was born deaf due to Usher syndrome, heard for the first time thanks to cochlear implants.
A Massachusetts couple is celebrating after their 10-month-old daughter, Charlie, who was born deaf due to Usher syndrome, heard for the first time thanks to cochlear implants.
Father keeping a promise to son to 'never miss a baseball game' despite entering hospice
A father diagnosed with cancer left hospice Thursday to spend the evening making final memories with his family on a baseball diamond in Tampa.
A father diagnosed with cancer left hospice Thursday to spend the evening making final memories with his family on a baseball diamond in Tampa.
USF's Alison Harbaugh brings leadership qualities to Bulls' lacrosse team
Alison Harbaugh is no stranger to competition.
Alison Harbaugh is no stranger to competition.
These baby names are at risk of going extinct in 2025
BabyCenter's new report shows a large decline in certain names. The list includes royal names, along with ‘80s and ‘90s names.
BabyCenter's new report shows a large decline in certain names. The list includes royal names, along with ‘80s and ‘90s names.
St. Pete mother reunites with son put up for adoption after nearly 30 years
A Pinellas County mother recently reunited with her son nearly 30 years after he was put up for adoption.
A Pinellas County mother recently reunited with her son nearly 30 years after he was put up for adoption.
Family of Tampa mother killed by alleged speeding driver shares emotional message
A Tampa mother of four was killed in a crash after police say a Pasco County man was driving 100 miles per hour.
A Tampa mother of four was killed in a crash after police say a Pasco County man was driving 100 miles per hour.
Israeli man to be released by Hamas as his family in Sarasota waits with mixed emotions
Sagui Dekel-Chen has been in captivity since Hamas took him hostage as part of their October 7, 2023, terrorist attack on Israel. That is expected to end soon, however.
Sagui Dekel-Chen has been in captivity since Hamas took him hostage as part of their October 7, 2023, terrorist attack on Israel. That is expected to end soon, however.














