Dreamers Face Crucial Test as Trump Urges Court to Undo Policy

The future of kids brought into the U.S. by their undocumented parents faces a crucial test in a federal appeals court in California. The Trump administration seeks to knock down one of a trio of lower-court decisions that have barred the government from ending the program for so-called Dreamers that allowed the children to stay in the country.

White House defends Melania Trump’s ‘Be Best’ plan in copying Obama-era booklet

White House swings back at critics who say her Be Best campaign to promote kids' well-being copied a booklet by the Obama administration. White House defends Melania Trump's 'Be Best' plan in copying Obama-era booklet White House swings back at critics who say her Be Best campaign to promote kids' well-being copied a booklet by the Obama administration.

Military eyes child sex-assault solution without Congress

U.S. military officials have sought to ward off congressional efforts to address child-on-child sexual assaults on bases, even as they disclose that the problem is larger than previously acknowledged. Members of Congress expressed alarm and demanded answers after an Associated Press investigation revealed that reports of sexual violence among kids on U.S. military bases and at Pentagon-run schools are getting lost in a dead zone of justice that often leaves both victim and offender without help.

Mormon church to end 105-year ties to Boy Scouts

Although the church did not address it, the announcement comes less than a week after the BSA announced it will drop the word "boy" from its name. Mormon church to sever its 105-year-old ties to the Boy Scouts at end of 2019 Although the church did not address it, the announcement comes less than a week after the BSA announced it will drop the word "boy" from its name.

Trump proposing billions in spending cuts to Congress

The Trump administration is unveiling a multibillion-dollar roster of proposed spending cuts but is leaving this year's $1.3 trillion catchall spending bill alone. The White House said it is sending the so-called rescissions package to lawmakers Tuesday.

Melania Trump Announces Official Work in Rare Public Remarks

First Lady Melania Trump announced a campaign Monday to raise awareness of children's issues including social media use and opioid abuse, making a rare solo public appearance in the Rose Garden of the White House to formally launch her official work. "As a mother and as First Lady, it concerns me that in today's fast-paced and ever-connected world, children can be less prepared to express or manage their emotions and oftentimes turn to forms of destructive or addictive behavior such as bullying, drug addiction, or even suicide," the First Lady said.

Your family movie guide to what’s new in theaters from now through June

Grab some popcorn, because the summer movie season is here! When school's out, movie theaters are packed with people ready to see the biggest blockbusters of the year. But with so many to choose from, how can you tell what's worth your time ? We've gathered up the most anticipated movies of May and June for kids, tweens, and teens to help you figure it out.

Your Views: Funding childhood initiatives is a bipartisan issue

As a soon-to-be graduate with a degree in social work, the importance of advocacy and being politically involved, both locally and nationally, is becoming abundantly clear to me. I was given an opportunity to let my voice be heard, and it was an experience I'll always be thankful for.

Company owned by Carolyn Maloney once discriminated against kids

A company that Rep. Carolyn Maloney and her siblings owned was once found to have discriminated against children over age 5 at its Virginia Beach property, according to court records. Maloney and her siblings jointly owned the land through Sea Bay Development Corp. Her sister Virginia Bosher and brother-in-law Phil Upton owned Holiday Trav-L-Park, a company that leased the Sea Bay property to run a campground and rent space to RVs and trailers.

Pro-Family? The GOP kneecapped itself with latest abortion push | John L. Micek

On Wednesday, Republicans who control the state House efficiently batted aside family-friendly amendments to a bill they fraudulently claimed was an attempt to help disabled kids and their families -- but was really just another sham attempt by culture warriors to restrict a woman's right to choose. "Republicans are pro-life until birth, then you're on your own," fumed Rep. Peter Schweyer, D-Lehigh, who saw his attempt to amend a bill banning abortion because of a diagnosis of Down syndrome, frustrated by the GOP majority.

Thousands of Kentucky teachers rally for education funding

Thousands of Kentucky teachers hoisted signs and chanted "we love our children" on Friday as they called on legislators to reject the Republican governor's vetoes and restore increases in education spending. Classes were canceled around Kentucky as teachers descended on the Capitol, wearing red T-shirts and carrying signs that said "I love my public school."