One of the most important things a parent does is prepare their child for independence, and one of the scariest (and most rewarding) aspects of parenting is letting a child have that independence. We ...

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Traditionally, brides are accompanied down the aisle by their father, but each woman's circumstances are unique. For some, like Tori Williams, that may not be an option—so they choose to walk alone.

Locals in several major U.S. cities say the simple act of walking home alone after dark can carry real risk, especially in ...