SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WAND) – Teenagers are connected like never before, through social media and messaging. But instant access online can also expose kids to severe cyberbullying, sextortion and exploitation. “When parents think my kid would never do that- that is when their kids are going to be victimized,” retired detective Richard Wistocki told WAND News....Read More
China’s market regulator has introduced stricter quality and safety requirements for pixel bead products to better protect consumers, particularly children. Pixel bead art is a form of handicraft using small plastic fuse beads. The hobby involves arranging the beads into patterns and fusing them with heat. Pixel bead products intended for children under 14 must...Read More
As Congress considers competing House and Senate proposals meant to protect kids online, lawmakers have only to look to their states to understand the challenges in seeking to regulate kids’ social media usage without running afoul of the First Amendment. States have already tried some of the same strategies Congress is considering, only to see those...Read More
The Wyoming Game and Fish Department, Hot Springs State Park and community organizations have announced a Kids Outdoor Day event on Saturday, Aug. 29 in Thermopolis. The event is free and open to the public and no pre-registration is required. “This is a wonderful opportunity for kids and families to explore the outdoors, have fun...Read More
The truth is far more encouraging. There are several promising trends that other countries are now building upon, reflecting the importance of Australia’s pioneering policies. It started with a relatively smooth rollout. All 10 platforms took steps to verify users’ ages and remove accounts of those under 16. Now, fewer kids in the land down...Read More
DAUPHIN COUNTY, Pa. (WHP) — Pennsylvania State Police is investigating a reported cyberbullying incident in Washington Township that saw two teens charged with harassing a 15-year-old Dauphin County girl. Just after 11:30 a.m. on May 23, troopers in Lykens responded to cyberbullying reports against a 14-year-old from Halifax and a 16-year-old girl from Myerstown. Investigators...Read More
CHEYENNE, Wyo. — The City of Cheyenne is preparing to accept over $200,000 in nonprofit funds to make safety improvements outside some area elementary schools. The city’s Finance Committee will meet today to discuss that project, among other city projects and initiatives. The committee is the Cheyenne City’s Council opportunity to workshop ordinances, resolutions and...Read More
Booking photo of Jonathan Lee Thomas, 50(Fannin County Dist. Attorney’s Office) BONHAM, Texas (KXII) — A Savoy man was sentenced to 25 years in prison on Wednesday after pleading guilty to possession of child pornography and failure to maintain a duty to register as a sex offender. Jonathan Lee Thomas, 50, entered the plea before...Read More
Research suggests link between social media content and real-world behavior By Christian TodayFriday, July 17, 2026 Getty Images Police figures have shown that children are being arrested in record numbers for sexual offenses. In 2024-25, the number of children arrested for sexual offenses rose from 3,225 the previous year to 3,809. Nearly all children arrested...Read More
India is debating whether children should be allowed on social media. Karnataka has proposed banning social media use for those under 16, while Andhra Pradesh is considering restrictions for children under 13. Countries like Australia have already introduced similar rules — requiring platforms to block under-age users. But how do such bans actually work? And...Read More
