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As the Trump administration pushes full steam ahead to force U.S. schools to resume in-person education, public health experts warn that a one-size-fits-all reopening could drive infection and death rates even higher

Hundreds of millions of students in other countries have resumed their schooling amid the coronavirus pandemic, with varying successes per country.

Educators, child experts and parents are debating the pros and cons of reopening schools in time for the fall semester, as the coronavirus shows no signs of stopping for certain regions of the country.

There are still plenty of questions surrounding how Illinois schools will return to the classroom in the fall, but one thing is clear: face coverings will be required for all.

Dr. Sandra Lee, aka Dr. Pimple Popper, has some helpful tips to help your tween or teen put their best face forward for back to school.

Mental health advocate and motivational Tedx speaker Megan Gallagher, shared strategies for parents and teens on how to manage anxiety going into a new school year.

Breakfast, as you may have heard, is the most important meal of the day. That’s especially true for kids returning to school, who need fuel for energy and learning. But serving a healthy breakfast can feel like one more challenge for parents trying to get themselves and their kids out the door on time. Never fear. With a bit of...

From now through Aug. 2, join NBC 5 and Telemundo Chicago’s “Supporting our Schools” giving campaign to help local teachers and students in need.

From now through Aug. 2, join NBC 5 and Telemundo Chicago’s “Supporting our Schools” giving campaign to help local teachers and students in need.

From now through Aug. 2, join NBC 5 and Telemundo Chicago’s “Supporting our Schools” giving campaign to help local teachers and students in need.

The promotion will last from July 13 through July 20.

Draping a bulletproof vest over the “Fearless Girl” statue in New York City Friday, a Parkland father sought to spread a bold message: “Fearless Girl” was suddenly #FearfulGirl, protected only by the bulletproof attire she donned. Manuel Oliver, whose 17-year-old son Joaquin Oliver was killed during the Parkland school shooting in February, placed the vest on the statue in the...

The summer weather may still be in full force, but fall is definitely in the air, at least when you consider one of the year’s biggest retail events: Back-to-school shopping. Here’s a list of expert tips on how to get the best savings — and navigate the chaos with as little stress as possible. Before heading out, be sure to...

Ever wondered how Crayola Crayons are made? We go through the entire process and share some surprising facts about how many crayons are made every year.

From bad school pictures to awkward first day wardrobes, Team USA members can now look back on some of their most embarrassing school moments and laugh.

If you’re expecting a baby, you know big changes are on the horizon. Every member of your family will be affected, and the family dog is no exception. Many expectant parents want to shelter their dogs from this reality and may even spend the pregnancy heaping lavish amounts of attention onto the dog. While it might seem logical to make...

For the “Supporting Our Schools” school supplies and donations drive, we asked Olympians to tell us about their favorite back-to-school items.

Hundreds of fathers and father figures across Chicago took their children to school for the first day of classes as part of the “Million Father March.”

Labor Day weekend is considered the symbolic end of the summer and the start of the back-to-school season. Here are a few facts about the holiday.