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Photo by(Catherine Webster) A North Carolina teacher resigned days after an incident in which an 11-year-old student's Mouth was taped shut in a disciplinary measure. The incident occurred in a sixth-grade classroom at Smithfield Middle School. The student's mother, Catherine Webster, has spoken about the incident, calling for accountability and ensuring that the teacher cannot move to another jurisdiction.

The Dangers of Reckless Driving A Tale About Irresponsibility on the Road. On Tuesday morning in Palm Bay, Florida a man was arrested for exceeding 100 mph in a 40 mph zone and endangering the lives of three children in his car. Pierre Jackson, 22, was driving along DeGroodt Road near Falls Church Road when his black Mercedes recklessly weaved through traffic; even passing an unmarked police vehicle in a no-passing zone.

An affluent doctor's DCFS case highlights the corruption low-income families face in the child welfare system. Beverly Hills doctor Susan Spell filed a $750 million lawsuit against Los Angeles County to regain custody of her four children, who were wrongfully removed from her care without a warrant or court order.

It's only natural for older siblings to help out with younger siblings sometimes. But when it becomes overbearing, overwhelming, or burdensome, it turns into parentification. This can take a huge toll on a child from being given age-inappropriate or role-inappropriate responsibilities. One young teenage girl has taken to a Reddit post to explain her situation with being parentified by her mother against her will.

Heather Willard / NewsBreak Denver / March 13, 2023. (Aurora, Colo.) The 21-year-old suspect in an October 2022 quadruple homicide in Aurora was extradited from Mexico back to Colorado on March 12.

Corruption in DCFS has likely endangered thousands of children. Former Los Angeles County social worker Dennis Finn was fired May 22, 2019, in what he claims was an act of retaliation after he raised concerns of misconduct within DCFS (Dept. of Children & Family Services) and became a whistleblower for California state officials.

** This article is based on nonfiction by actual events that I have experienced firsthand; used with permission.**. For many years I worked as a youth advocate for our local church in a small town in Washington state. We had many youths involved in the youth program, and I knew them all by name. Over time, I came to know their families and who they mostly hung out with. I knew personal details about many of them that no one else knew because they just ‘needed someone to talk to.’

As a result of an increase in reported violations in the previous year, New York officials have decided to take action against child labor offenses in the state, the office of Governor Kathy Hochul declared on Thursday.

Child abuse is a devastating problem in our society, and the responsibility to protect vulnerable children often falls on the shoulders of caseworkers. However, a recent analysis of Alameda County caseworkers' responses to referrals of child abuse and neglect shows a concerning trend of systemic deficiencies.

Children are often referred to as a precious gift, and for good reason. They bring joy and happiness into our lives, and as adults, we have the responsibility to care for them and ensure their safety. Unfortunately, this wasn't the case for Anastasia, a mother who allegedly took extreme measures to punish her son, Andrey, after he didn't comply with her lies.

Report: Convicted child molester and accused murderer Hannah Tubbs, formerly known as James Tubbs, discussed a strategy with his lawyers and father to change genders from male to female, prior to a guilty plea in a Los Angeles court. According to police who have knowledge of the phone call, Tubbs allegedly only started to identify as a female after being arrested in a child rape cold case investigation.

According to reports, a 49-year-old man named Thomas, who was the stepfather of a 12-year-old girl, allegedly sold her in exchange for a pack of cigarettes. This horrific incident has raised many questions about the safety and well-being of minors and the importance of recognizing and reporting child abuse. It is a clear example of the severe consequences of neglect and abuse, and how they can have lasting impacts on a child's mental and physical health.

The tragic death of a 3-year-old girl, Kristina, who was left alone in her apartment for a week without food or water has caused outrage and heartbreak across the world. It is reported that the hungry child consumed detergent, which ultimately led to her death. Maria, Kristina's mother, reportedly left her daughter without any water and locked the door while she went on a partying spree. The incident has sparked a debate among parents on the appropriate age to leave children alone, but the majority of parents agree that a 3-year-old child should not be left unattended for such a long time.

***This is based on a true story, one known to the author. Names have been changed to protect individual identities. Retold with permission***. Sophia was 17 when I first met her. We, along with another girl, Tina, roomed together during our freshman year in college. Sophia was beautiful and lively but she also had a severe stuttering issue. It was especially bad when she was stressed.

A suspected murder took place in North Kern State Prison in Delano, California, where Ramon Escobar, a convicted serial killer, is suspected of killing his cellmate Juan Villanueva, who was serving a life sentence for aggravated sexual assault of a child under the age of 14. The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation announced that Villanueva was found unresponsive in his cell on Friday morning, and despite lifesaving efforts, he was pronounced dead shortly afterward.

A 3-year-old girl was tragically left alone without any water for a week, locked inside her apartment while her mother, Maria, went on a partying spree. The incident has sparked outrage and disbelief among parents and the wider community. It is unimaginable for any parent to leave their child alone at such a young age, and this has rightfully earned Maria the label of 'evil'.

Parenting is a complex responsibility, as children require guidance to navigate the world and prepare for future challenges. While it can be difficult to discipline and criticize children, it is crucial to their development. Unfortunately, some individuals are not suited to be parents, and their actions can cause harm to their children.

The tragic story of Rabiha, a 3-year-old child who lost her life due to the senseless actions of her father, is a heartbreaking reminder of the horrific effects of child abuse. Rabiha's father allegedly forced her to sit in a bathtub filled with boiling hot water because she was experiencing something beyond her control. Her father then proceeded to hit her with a rope before forcing her to sit in the water for over an hour. The little girl was left with severe burns all over her body, and instead of getting her medical attention, her father locked her inside a room until 9 pm.

Interacting with grandchildren can be a source of joy for many grandparents. They have the benefit of being able to engage with their grand kids without the day-to-day responsibilities that come with being a parent. It’s an opportunity for them to share stories, play games, and simply enjoy spending time together. However, this was not the case for one 11-year-old girl who was forced to deliver her baby prematurely despite requesting an abortion. The incident has sparked an outcry by women's rights campaigners, who are calling for an investigation into the barriers that unacceptably delayed her care.

The birth of a child should be the greatest moment of one's life. Yet at the same time, the death of a child is probably the worst thing a parent can go through. David Daud found himself in that nightmarish position, when he suffered the heartbreaking loss of his newborn twins in Southern Russia. However, his nightmare was about to get worse, if that was humanly possible.