Children
Coverage of Children in the Nexus archive.
- Why experts say now is the time to reset sleep schedules for kids ahead of the school year
As children prepare for a new school year, sleeping has received increased state-level attention. Michigan lawmakers are taking steps to raise awareness regarding teen sleep deprivation. Experts advise that families should reset kids' sleep schedules now rather than waiting until the night before the first day of school.
- 1 killed, 4 injured in shooting at park in Kentucky
A shooting occurred at Charles Young Park in Lexington, Kentucky, killing one person and injuring four others. Lexington police responded on Saturday evening and found five victims of the incident. Police Chief Lawrence Weathers confirmed that two children were among those shot and urged the public to report any information about the event.
- Children among 5 shot at park in Lexington, Kentucky
Children among five individuals were shot at a park located in Lexington, Kentucky.
- Hope After the Gunfire Foundation hosts inaugural Hope & Hygiene Community Day
The Hope After the Gunfire Foundation will host its inaugural Hope & Hygiene Community Day. This event is scheduled for this Saturday in Portsmouth from 4 to 7 p.m. The day aims to provide support to children and families affected by gun violence.
- 4 children involved in vehicle rollover in Troy
Four children were involved in a vehicle rollover that occurred in Troy on Thursday. The incident reportedly took place on Oakwood Avenue.
- Teen's family collects over 5K toys to donate to Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Hospital
A family collected over 5,000 toys to donate to Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Hospital. This donation was inspired by a teenager whose own hospital experience motivated him to give back. The items are intended for other children.
- Shelter-in-place ordered as police respond to armed barricade situation on Detroit’s west side
Police ordered residents in Detroit's Pembroke neighborhood to shelter in place following an armed barricade situation. The incident began Saturday evening after police received reports that someone was pointing a gun at children near Asbury Park. Officers surrounded the home but have not been able to get the person inside to come out.
- Woman in Detroit allegedly points gun at children, police on scene
A woman was allegedly involved in an incident in Detroit where she pointed a gun at children. Additionally, police were on scene responding to a barricaded gunman in a neighborhood within Detroit Saturday evening.
- Lindsay Clancy murder trial continues as mental state examined | WATCH LIVE
The second week of testimony in Lindsay Clancy's murder trial has resumed, with a focus on her mental state at the time of the 2023 killings of her three children.
- Equine therapy program on Long Island helps children cope with loss through horses
An equine therapy program on Long Island uses horses to help children cope with loss. Reporter Stacey Sager highlights the therapeutic initiative in her coverage.
- Lindsay Clancy's diary chronicled desperation and 'brain fog' before she killed her 3 kids
The second week of testimony in Lindsay Clancy's trial has focused on her mental state at the time she killed her three children in 2023. Her diary entries described feelings of desperation and 'brain fog' prior to the incident.
- Free haircuts open door to conversations about youth violence in Baton Rouge
A Baton Rouge barbershop provided free haircuts and school supplies to children while community leaders promoted positive choices to avoid violence. The initiative aimed to foster conversations about youth violence prevention through community engagement.
- Lindsay Clancy's diary excerpts read at trial: "I feel like I'm drowning"
The Lindsay Clancy trial resumed with excerpts from her diary and testimony from doctors who treated Clancy and her children on the night of the murders. The diary included the line 'I feel like I'm drowning.'
- PCSO: Man arrested for suspected child abuse
A man was arrested on suspicion of child abuse after a deputy discovered two children in a Pueblo West home had been subjected to abuse. The incident led to an arrest on July 29, following a July 27 report of a runaway child.
- Human remains exhumed at WWII massacre site in Ukraine
Human remains were exhumed at a WWII massacre site in Ukraine. Of the 50 remains discovered, 30 to 40% are believed to be children.
- Lindsay Clancy weeps as doctors who treated her kids recount desperate efforts to save them at 'America's saddest murder trial': Live updates
Lindsay Clancy is emotional as doctors describe their desperate efforts to save her children during a murder trial labeled 'America's saddest murder trial.' Live updates are being provided from the trial.
- Illinois Solar for All is, at last, taking off
The Crisis Nursery in Urbana, Illinois, provides care for children of parents facing emergencies such as homelessness or domestic violence. The 45-year-old nonprofit struggles with funding but has managed to create a solution despite these challenges.
- Asylum-seekers and kids in court are Trump’s next deportation target
The article highlights Trump's focus on deporting asylum-seekers and children in court, urging politicians to advocate for asylum and implement humane border arrival policies.
- Senior minister says Israel not halting attacks in Gaza as 9 said killed in IDF strikes
Senior minister Eli Cohen stated Israel is not halting attacks in Gaza as nine were reportedly killed in IDF strikes. The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) confirmed hitting Hamas targets, with children among the dead in Gaza. Hamas agreed to a disarmament plan last week, but the cabinet has yet to discuss it.
- Phil Collins, 75, reveals his kids were summoned to say final goodbyes after alcohol battle left him near death - yet says he 'didn't know he had a problem' despite 'drinking wine for breakfast'
Phil Collins, 75, revealed his children were summoned to say final goodbyes after an alcohol battle left him near death. He stated he did not realize he had a problem despite drinking wine for breakfast.
- Three children among nine killed since dawn in Gaza
Three children are among nine Palestinians killed in Israeli strikes on Gaza since dawn, as reported by Al Jazeera Arabic. The attacks occurred in Gaza City, Deir el-Balah, and Khan Younis.
- Getting frequent colds and fevers increases children's chance of developing eczema, study reveals
A study reveals that children who frequently experience colds and fevers have an increased risk of developing eczema.
- Nearly 100K toddler step stools recalled after reports of children injured
Federal regulators are recalling nearly 100,000 toddler kitchen step stools after reports of the stools tipping over and injuring children.
- Telangana rescues over 6,300 children in month-long Operation Muskaan
Telangana rescued over 6,300 children during a month-long operation named Muskaan. The initiative focused on recovering children from vulnerable situations.
- Operation Muskan rescues 664 children across Cyberabad in July
Operation Muskan rescued 664 children in Cyberabad during July. The operation focused on child rescue efforts in the region.
- Children run marathon to spotlight Gaza’s growing orphan crises
Children in Gaza are participating in a marathon to draw attention to the region's increasing number of orphans. The event aims to highlight the growing orphan crisis in the area.
- Texas AMBER Alert: Missing Manor children found safe
An AMBER Alert for two missing Manor children in Texas has been canceled after both children were found safe.
- Inside Lindsay Clancy's home: Disturbing photos show scene of unimaginable horror... as new family is forced to unlock basement doors to show jury where mom killed children
Lindsay Clancy's home contains disturbing photos linked to a crime scene where she killed her children. A new family was forced to unlock basement doors for a jury to view the location.
- Children face higher threat of US deportation as legal support deal expires
An expiring legal support deal could leave 24,000 children without legal representation, increasing their risk of deportation. Advocates warn that the expiration of this contract heightens the threat of expulsion for these children.
- Drunk man leads Nashville police on high-speed chase with kids in backseat, abandons them and car, affidavit says
A 25-year-old man allegedly led Nashville police on a high-speed chase while two children were in the backseat of his vehicle. He abandoned the car and fled into the woods, and police later found the children unharmed but scared and unrestrained. The man was arrested and has multiple warrants for evading arrest and reckless driving.
- Harrowing details emerge of pets killed in Michigan murder-suicide home where family of 8 was found dead
A Michigan father shot his wife and six children, set their home on fire, and killed himself. Three dogs and a cat were also killed in the incident.
- Malaysia’s baby bust accelerates shift towards greying society
Malaysia is experiencing a demographic shift as children under 14 account for 21.2% of the population in 2026, down from 21.6% in 2025, while the proportion of people aged 65 and above rises. This trend raises concerns about future workforce sustainability, tax contributions, and caregiving challenges.
- YMCA A+ program in need of staff to support long waitlist
The YMCA is actively recruiting staff and offering referral credits to address its growing waitlist of over 400 children seeking placement in its A+ after-school program. The program is seeking to expand its capacity to accommodate the growing demand.
- Cheating father slaughtered all his family's pets while burning down house after murdering wife and six kids
A cheating father murdered his wife and six children, then killed all his family's pets and set their house on fire. The incident involved a violent act of arson following the murders.
- Lindsay Clancy’s husband told police children were dead, court hears
In a murder trial, police officers testified about arriving at a Massachusetts home after Patrick Clancy called 911, reporting that all three children were dead. Lindsay Clancy was found unconscious in the snow after jumping from a second-floor window.
- Joe Wicks says he exercises so he doesn't 'shout and scream' at his four children because 'they stress him out so much' - and admits he fears being 'aggressive' like his own mum and dad
Joe Wicks exercises to avoid shouting at his four children, citing that they stress him out. He fears becoming aggressive like his own parents.
- Mystery sharks mauling children just feet from US shores are exposed by disturbing new evidence
Mystery sharks are reported to have mauled children near US shores, with new evidence shedding light on the incidents. The article highlights disturbing findings related to these attacks.
- Human trafficking in Mexico: the dark side of tourism
Mexico saw 20 million tourists by May 2026, raising concerns about human trafficking and sexual exploitation. Women and children are identified as the most vulnerable groups.
- Melania's FIFTH rescue: More children lost in Russia-Ukraine war delivered home as First Lady's quiet channel to Moscow holds firm
Melania has facilitated the return of more children affected by the Russia-Ukraine war, marking her fifth such rescue. Her quiet channel to Moscow remains effective in delivering these children home.
- Senior Civil Judge calls for collective vigilance against trafficking of women, children
Senior Civil Judge M.S. Bharati inaugurated an awareness campaign and expressed concern that human trafficking remains a serious social challenge despite advances in technology and law enforcement.