WA: Youth
Pediatricians: Watch for rise of eating disorders in young athletes
Pediatricians are warning about a rise in eating disorders among young athletes. Common eating disorders like bulimia and anorexia nervosa are …
WA lawmakers move to electrify school bus fleet
School buses are getting cleaner in Washington state after this year's legislative session. Lawmakers in Olympia passed House Bill 1368, which will …
Report: WA, other states expand diversion of youth from incarceration
A new report found states are making progress in diverting more youth from incarceration, including in Washington state. However, The Sentencing …
WA grant program ensures 'No Child Left Inside'
A program in Washington state is helping kids get out and enjoy nature. The No Child Left Inside program funds grants for organizations to ensure …
WA lawmakers again consider erasing statute of limitations on sex abuse cases
Washington state lawmakers are considering eliminating the statute of limitations for child sexual abuse cases again this session. House Bill 1618 …
FBI warns of tragic results from 'sextortion' targeting teens
January is Human Trafficking Prevention Month, and the FBI says financially motivated sextortion - often targeting teen boys - went up 20 percent …
Cervical Cancer Awareness Month: HPV vaccine crucial in prevention
January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month and a vaccine for young people can reduce the risk of developing this disease. Cervical cancer typically …
Vacuna contra el VPH es crucial para su prevención
Enero es el mes de concientización sobre el cáncer de cuello uterino y una vacuna para los jóvenes puede reducir el riesgo de desarroll…
Report: Room to improve for WA's rural students
Washington does well in a new report on how states are supporting rural schools, but it still shows there's room for improvement. The National …
Mental health concerns grow over social media impact on youth
Health professionals have raised alarms about social media and its impact on young people's mental health. Concern has grown so great that earlier …
AFT grants to WA help communities find local education solutions
The American Federation of Teachers is partnering with organizations around the country to promote community solutions to the issues education is faci…
Vocational, training programs provide bright spots for colleges
While some college programs struggle to bring students back to the classroom, vocational and training programs are becoming a more important part of …