TEEN

Apr 11 2026CRIME

Black Car Sought in Chicago Teen’s Fatal Scooter Crash

On a quiet March evening near 77th Street and South Shore, a life changed in seconds when a dark Ford Fusion struck a group of teens on an electric scooter. The collision left 15-year-old Violet Harris dead and another 13-year-old seriously hurt. Police now believe the hit-and-run driver fled the sc

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Apr 07 2026CRIME

Teen Gatherings Spark Police Alarm in Baltimore

Baltimore’s streets are feeling the heat of spring, and with it comes a new worry: big teen crowds that can turn violent. Police say these meet‑ups, often called “teen link-ups” on social media, are happening more and getting tougher to manage. Last month a video from the White Marsh Mall showed h

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Apr 06 2026TECHNOLOGY

Teens and Their Digital Playgrounds with AI Friends

Some teens today treat AI chatbots like toys—poking them with virtual lawnmowers, inventing wild fights, or even flirting. Others use them as sounding boards, sharing secrets they might not tell real friends. These aren’t just big-name bots like ChatGPT, but niche ones where users can role-play as a

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Apr 05 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Teens are really into this Aussie school show for a reason

A new Australian series has quietly become a hit with young audiences. It’s not just another teen drama—it actually talks about real problems kids face today. The story follows Amerie, a sharp-witted student who teams up with her best friend Harper to uncover the chaos at their Sydney school. What s

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Mar 25 2026POLITICS

Navy Yard Teens: Community Calls for Tougher Rules

In Washington, the Navy Yard neighborhood has seen several gatherings of teenagers that have raised alarm among residents and shop owners. These events, sometimes called “takeovers, ” have been linked to thefts, fights and even gunfire. The latest cluster of teens happened over a recent weekend.

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Mar 16 2026HEALTH

Heart Care Starts at 30, Not 40

New rules from top health groups say that people as young as thirty should think about ways to keep their heart safe. They suggest checking cholesterol levels early, changing diets, and even taking medicine called statins if needed. The change cuts the usual start age from forty to thirty, making

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Mar 12 2026ENTERTAINMENT

A New Kid on the Block: A Teen’s Fight with Anxiety

Will Ropp, who has acted in shows like “The Way Back” and “Love, Victor, ” decided to step behind the camera. He wanted a script that felt real. Ropp tried to sign up for The Black List, but the site said he had no film credits. He then used a friend’s login and looked through about one hundred scri

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Feb 26 2026EDUCATION

Teen Minds on AI: Cheating, Support and Future Hopes

The latest survey shows that most American teens think their classmates are turning to AI tools for cheating, while a smaller share use them for emotional help. Researchers gathered responses from 1, 458 teens and their parents to explore how the new technology is woven into daily life. Two‑thirds o

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Feb 18 2026EDUCATION

Teen Stress Today Can Leave Long‑Term Mental Wounds

The pressure students feel at fifteen can stick around and hurt their mental health well into their twenties. Researchers from a London university followed 4, 714 kids born in the early ’90s for many years. They looked at how feeling squeezed by school work, especially during big exams, affect

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Feb 15 2026HEALTH

Gaming Gone Wild: Is Your Teen Losing Control?

Teens today are glued to their screens, and video games are a big part of that. While gaming can be fun and even relaxing, it's easy for it to become a problem. The issue isn't just about the time spent playing, but also about how gaming affects a teen's life. Modern video games are designed to kee

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