"For all the talk on social media, on cable news and at summer cookouts about 'kids these days' not wanting to work, the picture on the ground is more complicated," writes Dan Higgins.

Teens with summer jobs are earning more, but spending temptations grow. Dr. Khadijah Booth Watkins shares tips for parents on teaching financial responsibility.

Updated: 6:00 AM MDT May 28, 2025 Editorial Standards ⓘ By Colin Bock ... ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — The city of Albuquerque is rolling out free and low-cost summer programs for kids.