Judge pleased with Jackson’s kids’ progress

LOS ANGELES -- Michael Jackson's three children are adjusting well to being raised by their grandmother, a judge said Friday.

Superior Court Judge Mitchell Beckloff said he was "very pleased" with the contents of a report detailing how the children are adjusting three months after their father's death.

Prince Michael, 12, Paris, 11, and Prince II, 7, have been in Katherine Jackson's care since their father died. Beckloff appointed Katherine Jackson as guardian in August and asked for an update on their conditions.

Jackson's estate is paying $60,000 per month to care for and protect the youngsters.

Beckloff also increased the powers of men administering Michael Jackson's estate, a move made in part because of the singer's substantial debts.

Beckloff gave attorney John Branca and music executive John McClain general powers over Jackson's estate, which allow them to consider creditors' claims. They can also enter into business deals that aren't opposed by Katherine Jackson without Beckloff's approval.