School is back in session, bringing new routines — and new milestones for students. For some, this is the year they are allowed to go home to an empty house instead of an after-school program or day ...

While California has no specific age requirement, parents are legally responsible for ensuring their child's safety.

Need to run a few errands and can’t find a babysitter? You might be wondering if your child is old enough to stay home alone. It might be for a quick trip to the grocery store or because of an 8-hour ...

Children in the Fayetteville area still have a couple of weeks before they have to return to school. But at what age can parents feel comfortable leaving their children at home while they are at work?

Most schools have let out for the summer and your child is another year older. You may be wondering if your children are old enough to be left alone? Or are they old enough to babysit their siblings?

FILE - Kids from Ossie Wera Mitchell Middle School exit the bus in Birmingham, Ala. on Jan 20, 2009. School is back in session, bringing new routines — and new milestones for students. For some, this ...