An upstate New York father has allegedly killed his young son and girlfriend in a horrific attack . David M. Huff, 43, reportedly shot 11-year-old Jeremiah Huff and 32-year-old Yeraldith Tschudy multiple times inside a home on Roney Road in Syracuse. Tragically, young Jeremiah called his mom, Samantha Gallup-Peltier, after the shooting , but she did not get to him in time, and he succumbed to his wounds a short time later....
Winter means building snow men and snow forts … only if you (or your kids) are feeling really ambitious or creative this winter and want to raise the bar, look no further than these photos of outrageous, hilarious things people have made out of snow . From rainbow igloos to snowmen murders, these creations prove that the sky’s the limit when it comes to what you can create with snow. Consider them an inspiration (or a challenge!...
Jerilynn Brown was on the road to recovery following a long and hard fight with bone cancer . The 13-year-old rang the bell at Children’s Mercy Hospital in Kansas City, Missouri, in late June 2025, and headed back a short distance to her home in Independence. However, on July 4, tragedy struck the Brown family in a way they never could have anticipated. Fireworks smoldered and caused a tremendous house fire that killed Jerilynn....
When it comes to seasons of reading, sometimes it feels like summer gets all the love. Of course we all adore a good beach read , but there is something to be said for curling up on the couch on a blustery fall or snowy winter day with a sultry romance novel to keep us warm! A good book combined with a mug of something warm on a cold day is basically our idea of heaven, especially if that book is the kind of well-written romance that totally sucks us in while also making our toes curl!...
We’re in the thick of summer, and although the first day of school is definitely in our sights, most people around the country still have a few weeks to go. And if you’re a parent, we definitely won’t blame you for being ready for the kids to go back to school. It can be exhausting trying to figure out how to entertain them every day, especially when it’s so hot outside....
A family has been rocked after their teenage daughter became injured in an incident that was the result of teenage fun gone horribly wrong. After their daughter and her friends were unable to attend their high school’s Homecoming festivities, the teens decided to go car surfing , which ended in tragedy. Now, the mom is speaking out about the kind of trauma such an activity can cause as her daughter remains hospitalized and fighting for her life....
Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, and although we typically think of gift-giving on this day in terms of romantic relationships, we should also think of it as a day to show people we love them – even if they’re our own dads or the father of our children . With this in mind, we have compiled a useful V-Day gifts list that all kinds of dads will love ....
An Ohio high school lacrosse player is dead after a freak accident during a varsity match. Dylan Veselic, a 16-year-old sophomore at Bay High School, was critically injured during a game against Olmsted Falls High School on May 6, 2025. He was reportedly attempting to block an opponent’s shot when the ball hit him in the back of the head near the base of his neck, below his helmet ....
A couple from North Carolina was found in their home after reportedly being stabbed to death. According to police, the couple was killed by their teenage foster child . Authorities weren’t able to establish the teen’s motive for the killings because the teen was not in the home when they arrived. After police located the teen, the foster child took their own life . So now, there are two related incidents that need to be investigated, but police haven’t offered any additional information....
What’s a better way to come up with the perfect gift for a child with autism than to ask moms who know the score? We’re all about learning from other parents — especially when it comes to making a kid’s face light up at the holidays this year. We checked in with moms across the country who have a lot of experience finding the right gifts for kids on the spectrum....
Two young girls in Louisiana thought they were going to their local carnival to have fun. Sadly, their day ended with trips to the hospital. Things came crashing down, literally, when they were riding the ferris wheel. It’s still unknown exactly what happened, but something caused the car they were riding in to send them crashing to the ground . Spectators were shocked to hear the screams as first responders rushed to the scene....
A New Jersey community suffered a tragic loss when a 2-year-old fell to his death on November 15, 2025. The unidentified child reportedly dropped from a window on the 20th floor at the Elizabeth Towers in Newark. Residents are now calling for action to make the building safer and hopefully prevent this type of tragedy from occurring again. It seems the run-down facility lacks support, however, and those who live there aren’t sure what to do next....
A 2-year-old child was reportedly wandering alone in Palm Coast, Florida, on March 16, 2025, prompting multiple calls to 911. The Flagler County sheriff’s office responded and reportedly found the child outside in pajamas and a heavily soiled diaper. Deputies located the child’s home and allegedly found his father, 44-year-old Ross Judy, who had passed out drunk in bed. According to a statement from the sheriff’s department, the home was in deplorable condition both inside and out....
Christmas is often hailed as the most magical time of the year, and it can be hard to argue with that assessment. After all, the world gets coated in a sea of twinkling lights, we’re showered with feel-good flicks, and of course, practically drown in gifts. But for some, Christmas is the sad recognition that their favorite time of the year (fall, and consequently, Halloween) is officially over. All the gorgeous leaves are gone, Hocus Pocus officially isn’t on loop, and all the creative costumes have to be put away....
Just because most of the country is in isolation doesn’t mean that Father’s Day will be cancelled. After all, like the good moms on Mother’s Day , the good dads out there deserve a day to feel special and loved, too. Every year there are lots of gift ideas that speak to different types of dads, but this year we thought we’d help round up gifts for the hipster dads out there....
President’ Day 2021, which falls on Monday, February 15, is almost here! And it weirdly, but coolly, lines up with Valentine’s Day . That means there’s lots of deals to be had, and while we’re tempted to treat others this time of year, it’s also a good excuse for mamas to treat themselves . No matter what, we found 21 retailers and brands that are having holiday sales, and many already have items marked down....
Since joining the royal family in 2011, Kate Middleton has become a fashion icon for all of us non-royals. The Princess of Wales has perfected just about every look there is: coats, gowns, casual dresses, pants. You name it, she’s owned it. But every once in a while, a princess is entitled to a slipup. We love our Kate , but she can’t get it right every single time. It’s just not in human nature!...
The choice to stop drinking can be a difficult one, but for many people, it’s the right one to make. While some are able to cut themselves off once they’ve reached their personal alcohol limit, others struggle with addiction, and some of those people happen to be famous. There aren’t many totally sober celebrities out there, but they do exist — and most of them are happy to be part of that club....
Our society has become much more open-minded and inclusive over the last few years on many things when it comes to how we raise children, from giving kids names that are gender neutral , to allowing kids to be able to express themselves with clothes they want to as well as to the toys they play with. For example, Target has made concerted efforts to not assign genders to its toy sections (e....
They’re gorgeous, rich, famous, and … children’s book authors? So many celebrities have tried (and succeeded!) at penning books geared toward young kids. From the President to the United States to one of the most famous comedians on Earth to a member of the royal family, these 25 celebrities who wrote children’s books will surely surprise you . Can you believe #20?! Image via David Shankbone /Flickr Julie Andrews, ‘The Very Fairy Princess’ Frank Trapper/Corbis...
