Children with additional needs wait an average of 11 months longer in care than their peers and voluntary adoption agencies (VAAs) are urgently looking for people who can offer them a permanent and loving home. Local adoption charity and voluntary adoption agency, Adoption Matters, is among 21 VAAs from all over the UK who have together created a guide for people considering adoption containing helpful information and advice from parents who have already adopted children with additional needs....
The KOCO 5 First Alert Weather Team is tracking severe storms with a
For next week's Watch & Wonder Highlight, we're thrilled to feature the film "Understanding Autism." After watching, dive deeper with resources about the challenges and successes of individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder, and how the social model of disability can change how society views Autism, on PBS LearningMedia.
Tyndall Air Force Base, Fla. -- According to the Department of Defense, there are more than 1.6 million military-connected children who ultimately face many unique experiences because of their parent’s or parents’ service. To honor these individuals, the DoD designates the month of April as Month of the Military Child. For Team Tyndall and across the DoD, this time highlights the important role that children play within the armed forces community while recognizing their experiences and...
The National Weather Service issued a tornado watch Saturday until 12 a.m. on Sunday. The watch includes eastern Iowa, parts of Illinois, Missouri and Wisconsin. According to the National Weather Service, tornadoes are possible with southerly wind gusts ranging from 35 to 45 miles per hour. The Storm Prediction Center has placed eastern Iowa in
To get the most out of your Apple Watch, fine-tuning various settings can significantly improve its functionality, privacy, and overall user experience. Whether you aim to boost battery life, enhance privacy, or customize your display and connectivity options, these adjustments can make your device more personal and efficient. By taking the time to explore and […]
Trending story in player above HARMONY TOWNSHIP, Ohio (WDTN) -- A child was sent to the hospital after reportedly being injured in Clark County. According to Clark County Communications, authorities were called to the 900 block of S. Urbana Lisbon Road Monday afternoon. First responders discovered a 15-year-old child was believed to be []
BUFFALO TOWNSHIP, UNION COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) announced Wednesday a Union County man was charged with possessing child pornography. Investigators say the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) provided troopers with a social media account of 39-year-old, Gregory Eugene Thomas, who was allegedly in possession of child sexual abuse material []
Last week, 49,000 professional watch nerds descended upon Geneva, Switzerland to attend Watches and Wonders, the world’s largest annual watch trade show. Here,
Shafaqna English- Children in the State of Palestine have been caught in a tragic and vicious cycle of violence for too long, and the killing of children needs to stop, UNICEF Regional Director Adele Khodr said. Children in the State of Palestine have been caught in a tragic and vicious
The Child Advocacy Center of Sedgwick County and the Wichita Area Sexual Assault Center hosted a Child Safety Fair.
Watch the best of the incredible action from Hampden as Celtic beat Aberdeen on penalties after a 3-3 draw to reach the Scottish Cup final. (Available to UK users only)