Child in Will County who tested positive for measles linked to Chicago migrant center – Chicago Tribune

A child testing positive for measles in Will County has been linked to migrant outbreak of the disease in Chicago but no details on who they are, where they live or how they contracted the disease have been released by the Will County Health Department. “Due to privacy concerns, the only information we can release… Continue reading Child in Will County who tested positive for measles linked to Chicago migrant center – Chicago Tribune

Chicago-area vet, dog show judge arrested on child porn charges – Chicago Tribune

Good afternoon, Chicago. A Chicago-area veterinarian who is a well-known judge on the national dog show circuit has been arrested on child pornography charges alleging he chatted online about a plan to sexually assault his newborn son, posting ultrasound images and photos of baby outfits as proof of the child’s pending arrival. Here’s what else… Continue reading Chicago-area vet, dog show judge arrested on child porn charges – Chicago Tribune

What vaccines does my child need by age 6?

Have you ever wondered why babies get vaccines starting from the day they’re born? One big reason: The youngest are most at risk of diseases. It’s also the time in your child’s development that their immune system learns the most from vaccines. August is National Immunization Awareness Month, a good time to check whether your… Continue reading What vaccines does my child need by age 6?

How to talk with your child about the Israel-Gaza war

The Israel-Gaza war is distressing, and children and teens may be wondering why this violence is occurring and what else will happen in the future. Like adults, they are better able to cope with upsetting news and images when they understand more about the situation. Here are some suggestions to help parents and caregivers support… Continue reading How to talk with your child about the Israel-Gaza war

Ruby Franke, Jodi Hildebrandt Plead Guilty to Child Abuse

Update December 27: Ruby Franke and Jodi Hildebrandt taken an as-yet undisclosed plea deal, according to Rolling Stone. Franke pleaded guilty last week to four counts of second-degree felony child abuse and agreed to testify against her business partner, Hildebrandt. As part of her deal, two of her counts were dropped. This week, Hildebrandt took… Continue reading Ruby Franke, Jodi Hildebrandt Plead Guilty to Child Abuse

YouTuber Ruby Franke Charged With Aggravated Child Abuse

Ruby Franke — who ran the “8 Passengers” parenting YouTube channel — has been charged with six counts of aggravated child abuse, alongside her business partner Jodi Hildebrandt. According to CBS News, Franke and Hildebrandt are accused of “ a combination of multiple physical injuries or torture; starvation or malnutrition that jeopardizes life; and causing severe… Continue reading YouTuber Ruby Franke Charged With Aggravated Child Abuse

Rihanna and A$AP Rocky Welcome Second Child

That’s mother (left). Photo: Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic Rihanna has covertly given birth to her second child with A$AP Rocky. The Super Bowl halftime show alum and her boyfriend reportedly welcomed the baby to the world earlier this month, People reported on August 21. Sources with direct knowledge of the news told tabloid outlet TMZ little bits… Continue reading Rihanna and A$AP Rocky Welcome Second Child

Joakim Noah’s mom offers art therapy to mothers who lost child

Tangela Jones sketched a sun with many rays, an image to lift her spirits in the morning. Lori Tucker brushed black and red on a canvas, debating whether to paint a mountain. Maria Pike painted a shape transitioning from darkness to light. On a recent Sunday at Pilsen’s Vault Gallerie, Cecilia Rodhe — a sculptor… Continue reading Joakim Noah’s mom offers art therapy to mothers who lost child