Kids + Family

Tom Wainwright is media editor for the Economist and, in a recent article, he explores the ways in which technology is transforming old age — for the worse and, maybe surprisingly, for the better.

Homeschooling is gaining traction in Arizona. With the rise of school choice, a global pandemic that closed schools, and the availability of state-funded school vouchers for any kid in the state – it’s becoming more mainstream.

A whole lot of young people share their locations on their phones pretty much all the time.

Cases of flu are on the rise across the country, and in Arizona. The most recent data shows a 35% increase in cases from the prior week. That’s more than 2,200 cases in a week.

Arizona could soon have a state law to mandate the kind of advice your mother would give you: Wash your hands after petting farm animals.

On Monday, federal health officials dropped several vaccines from the list that’s broadly recommended for all kids. Vaccine rates in Arizona are already falling, but it’s unlikely these updates will change how doctors approach vaccinations.

A few years ago, Gov. Katie Hobbs decided to make the state government more “family friendly.” That included a paid parental leave pilot program, so employees who have or adopt a child can take paid time off.

We have been watching the number of deportations ramp up under the Trump administration — but, it’s still unclear just how it will impact our economy — or how it already has.

Don’t call it a comeback: Noah overtook Liam as the most popular baby name for Arizona boys

As families unwrap and begin to use some of their new gifts, one political advocacy group says be wary of AI-powered toys, especially ones promising children to be their friend.