Pfizer to seek FDA approval for vaccine use in children 5 and up
Pfizer announced that it plans to get approval from the Food and Drug Administration to start administering its COVID-19 vaccine to children between the ages of 5 and 11 years-old.
Anti-mask adults heckle student discussing grandmother’s COVID-19 death
"This time last year, my grandmother, who was a former teacher at the Rutherford County school system, died of COVID because someone wasn't wearing a mask," Knox said during his speech. Behind him, women could be seen laughing and shaking their heads.
Chicago judge reverses decision, will allow unvaccinated mom to see her son after all
Cook County Judge James Shapiro told Rebecca Firlit in early August she would not be allowed to see her 11-year-old son because she refuses to get vaccinated against COVID-19.
Mom warns against fireworks after one explodes and 'blew' her hand in half
Kristi Anema suffered a terrifying firework injury and is speaking out in hopes to promote safety ahead of the holiday weekend.
Six boys orphaned after losing both parents in three years
Two tragedies in three years have left six boys without their parents.
Florida woman hospitalized with COVID-19 comes home to find husband dead of COVID-19
A Central Florida woman fought for her life in the hospital, survived, and thought she'd seen the worst of COVID -- until she went home and made a shocking discovery.
Florida mother dies from COVID-19 days after giving birth
A West Melbourne family is going through unimaginable heartbreak after a woman gave birth and then died shortly after due to COVID-19.
'This virus doesn't care': Mother mourns death of daughter who refused to get COVID-19 vaccine
31-year-old Danielle Stevens's death has prompted her loved ones to get the shot, especially her mother, who has doubts about the COVID-19 vaccine.
Simone Biles reveals she was dealing with family tragedy while at Tokyo Olympics
Simone Biles revealed Tuesday she was dealing with the death of her aunt while trying to get her mental health in order at the Tokyo Olympics.
Bill and Melinda Gates are officially divorced
The Microsoft co-founder announced his and his wife's divorce in May of 2021.
Disney issues vaccine mandate for all salary, non-union hourly employees in the U.S.
Disney has informed its employees and Cast Members that the company will require all salaried and non-union hourly employees in the U.S. working at any of the company's sites to be fully vaccinated.
Man rents movie theater, surprises wife with lost wedding footage
The wedding footage, which was thought to have been deleted, was discovered 14 years after the couple got married.
Mom urges vaccination after loss of ‘healthy’ 28-year-old son to COVID-19
After losing her son to COVID-19, Christy Carpenter and her family are encouraging hesitant people to get the vaccine — if not for themselves, then for the people around them.
Danville family raising awareness about FH disease through motorcycle racing in Sonoma
A motorcycle family from Danville is raising awareness about a genetic disorder that causes early heart disease. If not treated, it could lead to heart attacks, and even death.
Newsom signs $2.6 billion child care and early education bill
Governor Gavin Newsom signed a $2.6 billion Child Care and Early Education bill that would provide new and better resources for children and child care providers.
More than 1.5M children lost at least 1 caregiver from a death related to COVID-19 last year
A recent study funded by the National Institutes of Health estimated that 1.5 million around the globe lost at least one caregiver to a death related to COVID-19 in the first 14 months of the pandemic.
Dad with lightning-fast reflexes catches toddler on slip ‘n slide
Footage by Rachel Nicole Ohl shows her husband and kids having a blast on the beloved outdoor children’s toy, with even the tiniest member of the family getting in on the action.
ICE to avoid detaining most pregnant, postpartum women in new policy
ICE will avoid detaining most undocumented people who are pregnant, postpartum or nursing under a new policy announced Friday.
Disneyland offering California residents discounted tickets, as low as $83 per day
For a limited time, California residents can visit the Disneyland Resort theme parks for as low as $83 per person, per day as part of a new special ticket offer for in-state residents.
Elmo adopts a new puppy on ‘Sesame Street’
Elmo is adopting a new puppy named Tango as Sesame Street explores children's unique relationship with pets.