The main pro of kids having cell phones, at least from a parent’s perspective, is that it provides them with a way to communicate with their caretaker(s) once they start gaining more independence.

"Open, honest communication. That is the most important thing," she said. She advises setting an example with your own cell phone, and how much time you're glued to the phone over your kids. "We need ...

Governor Kathy Hochul announced today that cell phones will be banned in all classrooms in New York State. New York will be ...