How much does it cost to raise a child in Arizona?
The cost of raising a child is going up across the country, and that includes raising one in Arizona. Here's how much it costs to raise one child in the state until the age of 18.
Former President Obama photobombs family taking cherry blossom pics at Tidal Basin
A northern Virginia family that went to the Tidal Basin to enjoy the cherry blossoms got an unexpected cameo in their pictures — a former president!
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.
Should kids have chores and should they get paid for them?
Chores can teach kids life skills and responsibility—but should parents pay for them? A Cleveland Clinic psychologist offers guidance as families navigate finances and expectations.
Kids with smartphones reported higher well-being than kids without, study finds
Despite kids who reported having overall better well-being compared to kids who did not own smartphones, they also admitted that using social media had negative impacts on their health.
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.
Forever my Valentine: Mesa couple celebrates 70 years of marriage
John and Edie Thiess have been married for 70 years and on Valentine's Day, they're reminiscing on their life together and how their love for each other continues to grow.
Playing classical music to unborn babies can stimulate development, study suggests
New research suggests that playing classical music to unborn babies can influence heart rate patterns, potentially stimulating fetal development.
'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.
Royal baby names: The top boy, girl names in US fit for a prince or princess
For those looking for royal-inspired baby names, a new report lists the top 10 for boys and girls in the U.S.
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.
Firefighters from Arizona fire department welcomed 19 babies in 2024
This is a story that will melt your heart. Nineteen Chandler Firefighters welcomed new additions to their families last year.
Baby named after Josh Okogie of Phoenix Suns after neat experience at a game
A Phoenix couple had some trouble when it came to naming their new baby boy, but that all changed after one Phoenix Suns game.
TikTok video inspires Bay Area woman to become surrogate
Leanna Ortega was scrolling on TikTok one night on her phone when she came across a video of a woman who was eight months pregnant talking about her journey.
Gilbert Police surprise a girl after her bike was stolen at a park
A Gilbert family received a little Christmas miracle from the Gilbert Police Department after their daughter's bike was stolen at a park.