Sesame Street Recognized for Essential Global Impact, Receives $250,000 from Elevate Prize Foundation

Elevate Prize Foundation recognizes the characters of Sesame Street for their legacy of teaching generations of children to prioritize compassion, kindness, and well-being, spotlighting the need to ensure their future. Past recipients include Dwyane Wade, …

Sesame Workshop receives Elevate Prize Catalyst Award as it charts a new path for 'Sesame Street'

MIAMI BEACH, Fla. — (AP) — Elmo, Abby Cadabby and the rest of the “Sesame Street” gang will get some high-profile help as they travel down a new road. The Sesame Workshop – founded in 1969 and currently working on its 56th season, but its first that will …

'Elmo & Friends Say Hello' | 'Sesame Street Live!' show coming to Old National Centre

An all-new production of "Sesame Street Live! Elmo & Friends Say Hello!" is set for a matinee show on Sunday, Nov. 2, 2025. The interactive event features Cookie Monster, Abby Cadabby and, of course, Elmo, with all their friends. Guests are …

Sesame Workshop receives Elevate Prize Catalyst Award as it charts a new path for ‘Sesame Street’

Do Federal Funding Cuts Spell the End for ‘Sesame Street’?

On May 1, President Donald Trump issued an executive order targeting what the White House called “biased media” that benefits from federal funding, directing the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB)—an independent nonprofit created through the Public …

Unpacking claims that 'Sesame Street' characters parodying Trump caused him to target PBS' federal funding

A rumor that circulated online in May 2025 claimed mean-spirited "Sesame Street" characters parodying Donald Trump in past decades were what prompted the U.S. president to eliminate federal funding for the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS), which …

J Ram’s Thai street food becomes Sunday staple in North Dallas

Sunday mornings begin with the aroma of freshly grilled lemongrass skewers. As the day unfolds, the scent of Pad Thai drifts through the Sunday Thai market, mingling with the sounds of children and families browsing the stalls for the best treats—from …

Elmo Understands: The Mental Health Power of "Sesame Street"

In a world full of upheaval and anxiety, comfort can come from unexpected places. For generations, it’s come from a little red Muppet with a big heart and emotional intelligence. Elmo has been a beloved fixture on "Sesame Street" dating back to …

From 'Sesame Street' to 'Inside Out': Children's films that address mental health awareness

Disney Pixar's Inside Out explores the colourful realm of emotions of a young girl named Riley. Joy, Sadness, Anger, Fear, and Disgust rule her life, showing how all the emotions contribute to our mental health. A warm reminder that …

G is for Greens: Gotham Greens and Sesame Workshop Collaborate to Inspire Families to Eat More Plants

NEW YORK, May 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gotham Greens, one of the fastest-growing fresh produce brands in the country, is partnering with Sesame Workshop, the nonprofit educational organization behind Sesame Street, to encourage families to eat more …