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ARIZONA NEWS | Mar 16, 2016Arizona Department of Child Safety works to decrease backlog of cases, wait times
The Arizona Department of Child Safety has reported a decreased number of backlogs in an attempt to showcase its efforts of tackling the excessive amount of inactive cases.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Mar 14, 2016Report: Educational gaps put Arizona’s economic future at risk
A recent study shows that educational gaps between white and minority students could affect Arizona's future economy.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Mar 14, 2016Lead poisoning prevention is important for children in Arizona
Lead poisoning in young children escalated in 2015 in Arizona. It's recommended that parents consult their pediatricians for a blood lead screening test.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Mar 11, 201646th Scottsdale Art Festival has more than just art
The Scottsdale Art Festival is known for amazing art and great food but also live music.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Mar 11, 2016Survey: Millennials are increasingly buying homes in the suburbs
Millennials are buying more homes in the suburbs, according to a survey released this week by the National Association of Realtors.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Mar 10, 2016Governor’s office: Arizona deadbeat dad social media campaign working
It’s been two months since Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey announced his deadbeat dad social media shaming campaign, and according to his office, it’s working.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Mar 10, 2016Raises a welcome sight for 31,000 Walmart employees in Arizona
Thousands of Walmart employees across Arizona received a raise on Thursday as part of the chain's $2.7 billion nationwide investment in its own workforce.
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UNCATEGORIZED | Mar 10, 2016More than 31,000 Arizona Wal-Mart employees get pay raise
Thousands of Wal-Mart associates in Arizona will get raises Thursday, as part of what Arizona’s largest retail employer calls its $2.7 billion, 2-year ‘investment’ in its workforce.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Mar 10, 2016VA announces steps to combat veteran suicides
New steps to reduce veteran suicides were released Tuesday by the US Department of Veterans Affairs.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Mar 9, 2016Fathers need to be proactive when facing child support, visitation issues
Many fathers face child support and visitation issues that can be complicated, overwhelming and emotionally frustrating.
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UNCATEGORIZED | Mar 4, 2016Setting a culture of high expectations for kids
Parents who create a culture of high expectations and engage in their kids’ education have children that are a lot more likely to be successful.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Mar 4, 2016
Valley law enforcement urged to adopt domestic violence protocols
New best practice protocols for Valley officers responding to domestic violence calls have been approved.
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ARIZONA HEALTH NEWS | Mar 2, 2016Study: Empathizing with your child can have negative health implications
A new study from Northwestern University and University of British Columbia found a link between parental empathy and health problems.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 29, 2016Tips to consider before renting out your place
The first spring training game of 2016 is Tuesday, but before you decide to rent out your place, there are a couple of things to remember.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 29, 2016Sen. John McCain: Community should be consulted before flight path changes
Sen. John McCain is pushing new legislation that would force the FAA to meet with Arizona communities before making changes to flight patterns.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 26, 2016Parents need to instill academic responsibility in their children
Learning is important and it's up to parents to instill a sense of academic responsibility in their children, an education specialist said.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 26, 2016Federal lawmakers seek to increase workforce diversity in Arizona
Just days ahead of the 88th Academy Awards, which has recently garnered controversy over its lack of diversity with Oscar nominees, lawmakers in Washington are working to increase workforce diversity in Arizona.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 25, 2016Ariz. Sen. Jeff Flake advocates against wildlife poaching in South Africa
Arizona Sen. Jeff Flake traveled to South Africa to advocate against the multi-billion dollar industry of wildlife poaching and trafficking throughout the continent.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 25, 2016Phoenix-area waterfront displays art projects from local, international artists
Art projects are on display at the Scottsdale Waterfront though this weekend.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 24, 2016Former adviser: Obama’s plan to close Guantanamo Bay is ‘good and workable’
An Arizona State University professor and former adviser to Barack Obama agrees with the president's plan to close Guantanamo Bay, calling it "good and workable."
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ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 22, 2016Leader not surprised by lack of voting among African-Americans, all Arizonans
One community leader in Arizona isn't surprised by low voter turnout among the state's black voter.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 17, 2016Arizona contact lens wearers could see eye doctors less
A new bill could make it so contact lens wearers do not have to see their eye doctor every year.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 17, 2016Mesa renames a street for the Oakland Athletics
The city of Mesa honored the Oakland Athletics as the Valley gets ready for spring training.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 12, 2016How to help children cope with school-related tragedies
Yet another tragedy occurred on a school campus on Friday, this time here in Arizona after two young female students were found dead from gunshot wounds. How should parents talk about school-related tragedies with their children?