Kids

In the age of social media, generally you will see harmless challenges go viral. In New York, an ugly dangerous challenge is making itself known again called the "Eraser Challenge".

Have you been naughty or nice? Santa Claus always knows, especially when you're hooked up to a lie detector.

It's a tough time to be a police officer right now. Many citizens look at the police as a threat, or an enemy. The truth is a majority of law enforcement officers, with the exception of a few, chose this profession to serve and protect. This young boy reminded members of The New Hartford Police Department that they were appreciated.

Fort Rickey in Rome is a great place for your kids to learn about animals during their summer break. It's one of the rare zoos that let children interact with the animals.

Have you been naughty or nice? Santa Claus always knows, especially when you're hooked up to a lie detector.

This is one of the scariest looking clowns in existence. This guy would make 'Pennywise' run for the hills. Some parents are hiring this clown to scare their kids into behaving. Would you do the same?

One of the most exciting moments for a child is a trip to Build-A-Bear Workshop. They have the opportunity to create a stuffed companion that is 100% unique to them. Unfortunately, many of these creations have been recalled due to a choking hazard.

Lt. Steve Hauck, Public Information Officer for the Utica Police Department, says there were 72 sexually related crimes reported in Utica from September 2014-September 2015. There's now some new ways to protect yourself, your children and the elderly.

Kids can be clumsy and costly. One 12 year-old boy tripped at an exhibit in Taipei, falling into a 350 year-old painting, punching a hole in it. Luckily the parents won't have to cover costs to restore the $1.5 million piece of artwork.

The Environmental Working Group Action Fund is calling for a ban on asbestos in consumer products after it found traces of the carcinogen in children's crayons and toy crime lab kits.

Being a sick kid in the hospital has to be a scary and unpleasant experience. For the patients at The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, when things get tough they simply "Shake It Off."

It's not uncommon to see several Utica Comets players out and about around town. Most of the time, they are either participating in some sort of charity event or making a special appearance. It was no surprise that some awesome players would take the time out of their days to take some kids bowling!