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Teens' summer job prospects improve

Jun 5, 2015
Unemployment has fallen, but they still face competition for seasonal work.

PODCAST: From bailout to IPO

Apr 10, 2014
Will China interfere with efforts to isolate Russia? And, teens are now spending as much on food as clothes

Why Facebook wants teens to go public

Oct 17, 2013
Facebook is easing up on teens, giving them the ability to have their posts seen by anyone, not just friends.

For California minors, Internet regrets may be a thing of the past

Sep 24, 2013
A new bill passed in California aims to protect minors from having a permanent record of photos and phrases they might regret.

Teen summer jobs: Whose money is it, anyway?

Jun 8, 2012
It's summertime and many teens are making the most of it by getting a job. They worked for that money, so they should have full control over it. Or should they?
Summer is a good time for your kids to earn money -- and also learn financial responsibility.
Chris Nystrom