Children

Florida fared poorly in a recent analysis and ranking of U.S. states when it comes to social and economic conditions for children. The 2015’s Best & Worst…

The head of Florida’s child welfare agency says he’s renewing his commitment to making his agency better.

Researchers say they have positively identified the remains of a 15-year-old boy who died at a Florida reform school where guards were accused of...

Students who are considered homeless by Florida schools can be living in hotels, trailer parks, in campgrounds or doubled up with friends or relatives....

Besides bringing presidential candidates to South Florida, this week’s National Urban League Conference in Fort Lauderdale is also bringing a variety of...

The Children’s Home Society of Florida has a plan to help underprivileged kids gain technology success. Thanks to a $7.3 million dollar grant from...

The Miami Rescue Mission and Broward Outreach Centers held their annual Christmas in July celebration in Miami, Hollywood, and Pompano Beach Friday....

The Department of Children and Families licensed nearly 1,400 new foster care homes last year. There are now more than 4,800 providers statewide, caring...

Florida is faring poorly on economic factors that influence child poverty, but key health indicators -- from low-birthweight babies to child health...

The latest "Kids Count" report from the Annie E. Casey Foundation shows Florida ranks 37th in the country for overall "child well-being." That's up one…