American Academy of Pediatrics shares how to treat childhood obesity
The American Academy of Pediatrics' new guidelines focus on behavioral treatment, medications and potential surgery.
| Scripps News Staff
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What income is considered middle class in 20 US cities
As the cost of living continues to rise, the American middle class is slowly shrinking, leading to an increasing gap between the wealthy and the poor.
Recall of Fisher-Price Rock 'n Play sleeper reissued after more deaths
The sleeper was taken off shelves in 2019 after 30 infant deaths, but 70 more deaths have been reported since then.
| Scripps News Staff
California deluge forces mass evacuations, boy swept away
Tens of thousands of people remained without power, and some schools closed for the day.
| AP
Police: Child who shot Virginia teacher brought handgun from home
Police determined the handgun the 6-year-old suspect allegedly used was in the residence where he lived and legally purchased by the suspect's mother.
| Scripps News Staff and Leondra Head
Climate change is already forcing communities to relocate
Environmental changes due to climate change are pushing residents out of their neighborhoods, though many are ignoring the signs.
| Scripps News Staff
California Hit By More Storms, Braces For Potential Floods
A flood watch was in effect for a large swath of Northern and Central California, with 6 to 12 inches of rain expected through Wednesday.
| AP
Tuesday's Mega Millions jackpot tops $1 billion
The multi-state lottery has failed to produce a winner in nearly three months.
| Scripps News Staff
Why you can expect a smaller IRS tax refund this year
Changes to tax rules for charitable contributions and the end of pandemic-related stimulus and credits could mean less money for you.
| John Matarese
6-Year-Old Boy In Custody After Shooting Virginia School Teacher
The teacher, who officials say is in her 30s, was rushed to the hospital with life-threatening injuries.
| Rodney Young and Jay Strubberg
Resurgence of a Vermont ski area brings hope to rural communities
Ascutney Mountain first started welcoming skiers in the winter of 1935. Seventy-five years later it went into foreclosure.
From Marijuana To Minimum Wage, New Laws Going Into Effect In 2023
Among the changes: 27 states will see a minimum wage increase this year.
| Chloe Nordquist
Holiday Travel Disruptions Could Cost Southwest Up To $825 Million
Southwest said it canceled 16,700 flights from December 21, 2022, through December 31, 2022.
| Scripps News Staff
McCarthy Elected House Speaker In Vote 15 After Chaotic Week
The House was finally able to swear in newly elected lawmakers who had been waiting all week for the chamber to formally open.
| AP and Nathaniel Reed
First on Scripps News: Ana Montes, 'Queen of Cuba' Spy, Now Free
Ana Montes had been in prison since 2001, after 17 years of spying for Cuba. She was released Jan. 6, 2023, Scripps News first reported.
Buffalo Residents Show Community Support Amid Tragedies
The Buffalo community is coping in the wake of a series of traumatic events — including snowstorm deaths and Damar Hamlin's football injury.
Teacher Injured In Virginia Elementary School Shooting
Police say a suspect was taken into custody after tactical teams responded to a shooting at an elementary school in Newport News, Virginia.
| Scripps News Staff
California Investigating Assault Against Female Truck Driver
The case was one of several sexual assaults against women in trucking covered last month in our Scripps News documentary series “In Real Life.”
| Scripps News Staff
Former Capitol Police Chief: 'Intelligence Was Botched' On Jan. 6
In a newly released book, former Capitol Police Chief Steven Sund details the "agonizing" memories and experiences he faced on Jan. 6, 2021.
| Scripps News Staff and AP
Hawaii's Kilauea Volcano Erupts Again As Summit Crater Glows
Kilauea summit is inside Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and away from residential communities.
| AP
'Bomb Cyclone' Brings Damaging Winds, Drenching California
Hurricane-strength winds and heavy rain toppled trees, flooded roads and knocked out power to more than 180,000 homes and businesses.
| AP
8 Dead In Utah Murder-Suicide After Wife Sought Divorce
Officials said they believe Michael Haight killed his wife, 40-year-old Tausha Haight; his mother-in-law; and the couple's five children.
| AP
Specific Violent Details Revealed In Video Of Jan. 6 Attackers
One video made public was the body-worn camera footage captured by Michael Fanone, a former MPD officer, who was beaten and tased by attackers.
Jet fuel, forever chemicals are still leaking into Honolulu's water
The Red Hill fueling station at Pearl Harbor is leaking chemicals into the O'ahu water supply, causing damage that could last generations.
| Scripps News Staff
Threats From Northern California Storm Remain Even As Rain Moves Out
Thousands were without power across northern California, with officials working to restore it amid remaining flood warnings across the coast.
Why some schools are rethinking standardized tests
Scores have typically been used as key factors not only in college admissions, but scholarship opportunities, too. But COVID shutdowns made it harder.
| Emily Grossberg
How To Spot Common Social Security Scams — And Keep Your Money Safe
Knowing a few key things about how scammers operate will help you protect yourself.
Best Of CES 2023: Wireless TV, Delivery Robots And In-Car VR
CES 2023 is unveiling the future of technology as companies of all sizes come together to showcase their newest innovations.
| AP
Police: Idaho Slaying Suspect's DNA Found At Crime Scene
A 28-year-old criminal justice doctoral student has been charged with four counts of first-degree murder and felony burglary in the Nov. 13 attack.
| AP
Buffalo Bills Safety Damar Hamlin Showing 'Remarkable Improvement'
"While still critically ill, he has demonstrated that he appears to be neurologically intact," the team said in a statement.
| AP
