What to do with the kids? Kristen Freeman has a special edition of "The Mother" to keep you jolly at home with your children this holiday.

A 13-year-old girl from Fort Worth, Texas, Alena Analeigh Wicker, has become the youngest black person ever admitted to Medical School.

The acclaimed movie director and screenwriter Ava DuVernay has become the first Black woman to have her image on a pint of Ben & Jerry’s.

Here in mid-Michigan, there will be an effort today to try and ensure that every senior citizen has a Merry Christmas.

This night was different or, perhaps, I was just more aware. I heard whimpering from upstairs. Instead of a baby’s shrieks and squeals......

We have a special "Giving Tuesday" campaign going for The Lansing Catalyst.

Here's the origin story of one of the Christmas season's classic tales -- Rudolph the Red-nosed reindeer.

Just for laughs....

This marks the 68th birthday of the Humane Society of the U.S. An organization devoted to the proper care and treatment of all animals.

Thought for today....

Here are some keys to happiness according to Pope Francis, the head of the Catholic Church.

A British woman has lived in the same home for 104 years.

Thought for Today....

Thought for Today....

Thought for Today....

Kristen talks about being asked "What do you do?" and life as a stay at home mom in this issue of The Mother

Lansing's homegrown superstar, Earvin "Magic" Johnson, was back in Michigan to help provide some "holiday hope" to thousands of families.

Just Because....

Thought for Today....

Did You Know? Adults who say they're mentally healthy are more apt to have played around the water as kids.