SUMMARY: Blair’s Social Second discusses how school today differs significantly from the past, especially with the rise of technology. Kids are online younger, with 13 now being the new 16, increasing the need to educate them about online safety. Unlike before, schools now use Chromebooks, AI, tablets, and digital tools instead of chalkboards, overhead projectors, and textbooks. Nostalgic comments recall walking to school barefoot and watching film strips or movies like Indiana Jones in class. The segment invites viewers to share how schooling has changed on Fox 2’s Facebook page and promises to share responses in the next broadcast.

How does school today differ from when you were in school?

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SUMMARY: This weekend in Kansas City, from August 15-17, there are numerous events including the 46th Annual Ethnic Enrichment Festival celebrating multiculturalism with food, music, and dancing. Jazz fans can enjoy the J Love Band at The Blue Room Friday night. Celebrate 816 Day on August 16 with scavenger hunts and local events. Music lovers can see the Liverpool Project and attend the Independence Roots Music Festival. Sports enthusiasts have Royals vs. White Sox games and KC Current vs. Orlando Pride soccer. Family-friendly events include the KC Sunflower Festival, Back to School Bash, and Green Street’s grand opening. KC Pet Project hosts a benefit concert with the band HEMBREE on Sunday.

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SUMMARY: Liberty N. Figueroa, 24, was found guilty in Leavenworth County court of two counts of aggravated endangerment of a child after her 1-year-old daughter, Saraphina Avarose Sanchez, died from head injuries in 2023. Figueroa was acquitted of involuntary manslaughter. On October 18, 2023, Saraphina was found unresponsive and later died at a hospital. Figueroa had left her boyfriend to watch the children while she worked and engaged in marijuana use. Prosecutors argued she acted recklessly by endangering her child’s health. She was also convicted of a prior aggravated endangerment charge for burn injuries Saraphina suffered in September 2023. Sentencing is set for September 19.

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