During holiday breaks, parents must determine where their children will be for several days. Are they old enough to stay home ...

Can you leave your kids home alone in Illinois? Illinois law doesn't have black-and-white answers, but there are some key things parents should know.

Here's what Oregon law says about leaving children home alone. Under Oregon law, it is illegal to leave a child under the age ...

In Michigan, there is no minimum age at which children may be left alone without supervision, but parents need to consider ...

It might be for a quick trip to the grocery store or because of an 8-hour work day, but all parents eventually ask themselves: "Can I leave my kid home alone?" For that matter, is it legal in Kentucky ...

While Colorado law doesn't specify an age, 12 is generally considered the guideline for leaving children home alone. Maturity levels vary, so some guides suggest children as young as 10 may be ready ...

Here’s what to know about Illinois state law regulating leaving children home alone, as well as some best practices and safety tips. Kohei Hara Getty Images As Illinois schools are out for the summer ...

Summer is a time for block parties, daytrips to the waterpark and lots of family fun. But what if parents want to get away from the house for a few hours to unwind away from the kids? Is that legal in ...