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State Bar investigating law firm at center of L.A. County's $4-billion sex abuse settlement

The State Bar of California has opened an investigation into a prominent Los Angeles law firm that represents thousands of sex abuse victims in a record $4-billion settlement, according to court filings made public Wednesday. The investigation into …

Source: The Daily Pilot - Calfornia - Pending
Published on 11:22 GMT

Opinion: A California diversion program saved her from prison and dying young

When I was younger, I couldn’t imagine a future for myself beyond going to prison or dying young. But today, I am a college graduate and a senior policy advocate for the Vera Institute of Justice’s California team, where we promote the end of mass …

Source: The Mercury News - California - Center-left
Published on Jan 21, 2026

Civil trial alleging sex abuse at Laurel Oaks avoided with settlement

DOTHAN, Ala. (WTVY) - A lawsuit containing disturbing allegations that a youth treatment center in Dothan mishandled an incident involving an 8-year-old patient was settled just before it would have gone to trial. The child, identified only as JGP in the …

Source: WTVY - Alabama - Pending
Published on Jan 21, 2026

Harvard man accused of sharing images of child sex abuse and following girls into Crystal Lake store

A Harvard man once accused of stalking a 14-year-old girl, and who was charged in October of following two teen girls in a Crystal Lake shopping center, is now accused of possessing images of child sex abuse, court records show. Travis James Klemann, 37, …

Source: The Mid Week - Illinois - Pending
Published on Jan 21, 2026

Baton Rouge man found with at least 120 images, videos of child sexual abuse material in his phone

BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - According to police, a Baton Rouge man was found with at least 120 images and videos of child sexual abuse material on his phone during a search. The Baton Rouge Police Department says Timothy Dykes, 35, was arrested on 120 counts …

Source: WAFB 9 - Louisiana - Neutral
Published on Jan 21, 2026

Juvenile lifer was sexually abused for 45 days during prison intake in 1972, lawsuit says

JACKSON COUNTY, MI – A man who was sentenced to life in prison for murder when he was 17 and later released is now suing the prison system claiming he was sexually abused. Former juvenile lifer Leon Douglas and his wife, Gloria, filed a lawsuit Jan. 16 in …

Source: MLive - Michigan - Neutral
Published on Jan 21, 2026

Cambridge Man Arrested Following Child Sexual Abuse Investigation

The Talbot County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a 33-year-old Cambridge man following a rape and sexual child abuse investigation. Detectives say Everardo Rodas Juan Diego is accused of several criminal offenses against the juvenile girl in the Trappe area …

Source: WGMD - Delaware - Right-wing
Published on Jan 21, 2026

Nebraska planning to move boys from troubled Kearney youth center to Omaha

State leaders plan to move all boys out of Kearney’s state-run youth treatment center months after multiple allegations of sexual abuse there. The teens would go to what’s currently a youth prison in Omaha, as part of a wider plan to shuffle in-custody …

Source: Associated Press - Neutral
Published on Jan 21, 2026

Already arrested on drug charges, Morgan City man accused of sex crimes

(Editor’s note: The charges listed here and the narratives that go with them are provided by the police agencies that made the arrests. Guilt or innocence has not been determined in court.) An investigation that began with a drug arrest has resulted in …

Source: St. Mary Now - Louisiana - Neutral
Published on Jan 21, 2026

Missouri lawmakers signal bipartisan support for bills to curb child sexual abuse

Missouri lawmakers are considering a package of bills they hope will curb child sex trafficking, train first responders to recognize signs of sex trafficking and shift punishment away from survivors. The bills would also establish the crime of “grooming a …

Source: KBIA - Missouri - Public Broadcaster
Published on Jan 21, 2026

Blakely police charge man with sexual assault of 12-year-old

A 29-year-old East Stroudsburg man faces charges after police said he had sex with a 12-year-old girl, after texting her inappropriately. Moises Robles faces felony charges of statutory sexual assault, involuntary deviate sexual intercourse and corruption …

Source: The Times-Tribune - Pennsylvania - Pending
Published on Jan 21, 2026

A California diversion program saved her from prison and dying young

Welcome to CalMatters, the only nonprofit newsroom devoted solely to covering statewide issues that affect all Californians. Sign up for WeeklyMatters for a Saturday morning digest of the latest news and commentary from the Golden State. This story is part …

Source: CalMatters - California - Center-left
Published on Jan 21, 2026

State planning to move boys from troubled Kearney youth center to Omaha

State leaders plan to move all boys out of Kearney’s state-run youth treatment center months after multiple allegations of sexual abuse there. The teens would go to what’s currently a youth prison in Omaha, as part of a wider plan to shuffle in-custody …

Source: Flatwater Free Press - Nebraska - Neutral
Published on Jan 21, 2026

Chandler man sentenced to prison in porn case

A Chandler man facing five felonies related to alleged crimes dealing with child pornography has been sentenced to prison and placed on probation aftrwards. Three charges were originally filed in early September of 2024 in Lincoln County District Court …

Source: The Lincoln County News - Oklahoma - Pending
Published on Jan 20, 2026

Bellows Falls man charged with sexual assault of a minor

BELLOWS FALLS-Former Friends of Music at Guilford (FOMAG) conductor, co-founder with his wife of Southern Vermont Lyric Theatre, and music minister at Grafton Community Church Kenneth J. Olsson, 54, is being held without bail after arraignment in Windham …

Source: The Commons - Vermont - Neutral
Published on Jan 20, 2026

Sarasota doctor sentenced to 15 years in prison for soliciting nude photos from 14-year-old girl

The U.S. Department of Justice said the doctor used Reddit to talk to the child and lied about his own age, claiming to be 19 years old. SARASOTA, Fla. — A Sarasota doctor was sentenced to 15 years in prison for coercing a child into sexual activity online …

Source: WTSP - Florida - Neutral
Published on Jan 20, 2026

East Windsor man convicted of sexually assaulting multiple children

A Hartford Superior Court jury found James Celesk, 45, guilty of sexually assaulting several children ages five to eight between 2015 and 2020. HARTFORD, Conn. — A Hartford Superior Court jury found an East Windsor man guilty on Tuesday of sexually …

Source: WTIC-TV - Connecticut - Indeterminate
Published on 10:20 GMT

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2025 YEAR IN REVIEW October 2nd Trinidad eyes $500K in upgrades across city buildings TRINIDAD — During a Sept. 22 work session, the Trinidad City Council got a guided tour—on paper, at least—of the city’s bricks, mortar, and maintenance needs. City …

Source: World Journal - Colorado - Pending
Published on 13:22 GMT

Vermont hires contractor with troubled record in $21.5 million deal for new youth residential program

Vermont has inked a five-year contract worth up to $21.5 million with a Pennsylvania company to run a new three-bed program for youth in state custody despite documented past allegations of negligence and mistreatment. Cornell Abraxas Group will run the …

Source: VTDigger - Vermont - Center-left

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Published on January 22, 2026 - 11:09 GMT

From an Eight-Hour Queue to a Rinse at her Shelter

A view over Hitsats in Tigray, where around 14,143 people displaced by conflict live in temporary shelters. With funding from the Ethiopia Humanitarian Fund (EHF), Oxfam supports water and sanitation services here. (Photo: Oxfam) The project gave families …

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Published on January 22, 2026 - 15:31 GMT

EU EXTERNAL PARTNERS: IOM signs agreement on voluntary returns with Algeria – NGO report highlights mass deportations ...

The International Organization for Migration has signed a partnership agreement with Algeria on voluntary returns. An NGO report has highlighted the mass deportation of people on the move by authorities in Algeria. The European Commission has disbursed €1 …

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Published on January 22, 2026 - 15:10 GMT

Filmmaker Todd J. Stein’s The Final Fight Exposes a Broken Legal System

The Final Fight, a true-story indie film, shines a harsh light on guardianship abuse, exposing a little-known legal system harming families nationwide. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, January 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Few Americans …

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Published on January 22, 2026 - 15:13 GMT

Say-on-Pay 2025 Proxy Voting Review of Large Asset Managers

New York City Comptroller Brad Lander[i] recently urged three of the city’s pension funds to drop BlackRock, Fidelity, and PanAgora because of “inadequate” climate plans. In September 2025, PFZW[ii], the 11th biggest pension fund in the world withdrew €14. …

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Published on January 22, 2026 - 15:31 GMT

Interview with Aleksejs Ivashuk from Apatride Network

How would you describe yourself and your organisation? Mostly composed of stateless or formerly stateless individuals. Apatride Network works on addressing the overlooked human rights issue of statelessness in the EU and beyond. It is one of the most …

Distribution channels: Politics
Published on January 22, 2026 - 15:31 GMT

MEDITERRANEAN: Fall in number of recorded crossings and deaths in 2025 ― Court in Greece acquits humanitarians in ‘...

There was an 11% decrease in the number of recorded irregular border crossings in the Mediterranean in 2025. There was a decrease in the number of people recorded as missing in the Mediterranean in 2025. A court on the Greek island of Lesvos has acquitted …

Distribution channels: Politics
Published on January 22, 2026 - 12:44 GMT

President Cyril Ramaphosa appoints Advocate Dinkie Portia Dube as Deputy Public Protector

President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed Adv Dinkie Portia Dube as Deputy Public Protector of the Republic of South Africa for a term of seven years, effective from 1 February 2026. The President has made this appointment in terms of section 2A(1) of the …

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Published on January 21, 2026 - 19:22 GMT

Miriam Putnam, Wellness Coach, Addresses Mental Well-Being: Bridging Stress Reduction and Holistic Living

Burnout isn’t the problem—it’s the outcome. Miriam Putnam helps individuals reduce stress at its source and restore mental balance LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, January 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a world where stress, burnout, and …

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Published on January 22, 2026 - 15:10 GMT

Filmmaker Todd J. Stein’s The Final Fight Exposes a Broken Legal System

The Final Fight, a true-story indie film, shines a harsh light on guardianship abuse, exposing a little-known legal system harming families nationwide. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, January 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Few Americans …

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Published on January 22, 2026 - 15:00 GMT

Mabee Foundation Awards Central Texas Table of Grace $2 Million Challenge Grant

Grant brings organization closer to building the most comprehensive village for foster youth in Central Texas. ROUND ROCK, TX, UNITED STATES, January 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Central Texas Table of Grace is honored to announce that it has received …

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Published on January 22, 2026 - 14:40 GMT

Watch Store Co Provides Curated Watch Discovery for United Kingdom Shoppers

LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, January 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Watch Store Co, an independent watch discovery website based in London, operates as a curated resource connecting all consumers with quality timepieces across multiple categories. The …

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Published on January 22, 2026 - 14:30 GMT

Grill Store Co Offers UK Consumers a Curated Resource for Home and Outdoor Cooking Grills

LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, January 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Grill Store Co, a UK-based online platform dedicated to cooking grills, serves as a centralised resource for consumers seeking reliable information on barbecue and outdoor cooking equipment. …

Distribution channels: Building & Construction Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on January 22, 2026 - 14:28 GMT

Kosmonaut.co Continues to Offer Premium Wine Storage Solutions

LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, January 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Kosmonaut.co, a reputable provider of high-quality wine storage solutions, remains committed to delivering exceptional products that cater to the needs of wine enthusiasts. With a …

Distribution channels: Business & Economy, Chemical Industry ...
Published on January 22, 2026 - 14:23 GMT

ANH-USA Sues FDA Over Censorship of Government-Backed Nutrition Science

Lawsuit challenges FDA’s rejection of lawful nutrient–disease claims as unconstitutional and in violation of the First Amendment ALEXANDRIA, VA, UNITED STATES, January 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Alliance for Natural Health USA (ANH-USA) …

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Published on January 22, 2026 - 14:15 GMT

New Book Empowers Mediation Participants as Use of Alternative Dispute Resolution Continues to Grow

Author and mediation expert Fred E. Jandt offers practical guidance for individuals navigating an increasingly common dispute-resolution process PALM SPRINGS, CA, UNITED STATES, January 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As courts, businesses and …

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Published on January 22, 2026 - 14:00 GMT

Federal IDEA Monitoring Report Highlights Due Process and Procedural Safeguards as a Compliance Priority

A federal IDEA monitoring report underscores that due process safeguards—notice, timelines, and evidence access—remain a top compliance priority. FARMINGTON HILLS, MI, UNITED STATES, January 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Primary source: You can …

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Published on January 22, 2026 - 13:00 GMT

Tether Expands Support for INHOPE’s Global Work to Combat Online Child Sexual Abuse Material

AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS, January 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Tether, the largest company in the digital asset ecosystem, today announced an expansion to its collaboration with INHOPE, to support global efforts aimed at stopping the spread of …

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Published on January 22, 2026 - 11:00 GMT

Fetch Pet Insurance’s 4th 101 Donations Campaign Raises $400K+ to Expand Free Veterinary Care with Project Street Vet

Campaign draws more than 2,200 individual gifts and eight corporate partners; enables expansion into three new communities in 2026 NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, January 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Fetch Pet Insurance (“Fetch”) today announced that its …

Distribution channels: Business & Economy, Companies ...
Published on January 22, 2026 - 01:04 GMT

Herman Law Expands New York Office, Enhancing Survivor-Focused Advocacy

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, January 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Herman Law, the nation’s leading law firm exclusively representing survivors of childhood sexual abuse, marked the opening of its New York office expansion with a gathering …

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Published on January 22, 2026 - 11:09 GMT

From an Eight-Hour Queue to a Rinse at her Shelter

A view over Hitsats in Tigray, where around 14,143 people displaced by conflict live in temporary shelters. With funding from the Ethiopia Humanitarian Fund (EHF), Oxfam supports water and sanitation services here. (Photo: Oxfam) The project gave families …

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Published on January 21, 2026 - 18:39 GMT

Angeles Psychology Group Expands LGBTQIA+ Mental Health Services to Nation's Highest-Concentration Queer Communities

West Hollywood, Silver Lake & DTLA Gain Better Access to LGBTQ+ Affirmative Therapy as Trevor Project Reports 45% of Youth Considered Suicide WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA, UNITED STATES, January 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- One week after launching …

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Published on January 21, 2026 - 18:25 GMT

David Hoy and Associates Offer Expanded Counseling Services to Support Twin Cities Residents Facing Trauma & Grief

Golden Valley and Chaska Offices Offer Evening and Weekend Counseling Appointments to Address Urgent Mental Health Needs Amid Local Unrest MINNEAPOLIS, MN, UNITED STATES, January 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- David Hoy and Associates, a long- …

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Published on January 21, 2026 - 18:08 GMT

School Feeding Helps Unlock the Promise of the World’s Youngest and Largest Generation

Reaching 3 million children with daily school meals, Mary’s Meals helps create a pathway to education and opportunity. BLOOMFIELD, NJ, UNITED STATES, January 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ahead of International Day of Education on January 24, …

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Published on January 21, 2026 - 18:00 GMT

For The Children Introduces Updated Brand Reflecting Growth and Expanded Church-Based Programs

Year-round trauma-informed programs now supported by more than 200 chapters in 45 states and 10 countries SANTA ANA, CA, UNITED STATES, January 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- For The Children (forthechildren.org), a national nonprofit that equips local …

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Published on January 21, 2026 - 16:39 GMT

Asana Recovery Expands Outpatient Mental Health and PPO Insurance Access in Orange County

Asana Recovery launches an integrated outpatient framework in Costa Mesa, providing flexible, insurance-friendly mental health care for working professionals. COSTA MESA, CA, UNITED STATES, January 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- New "Asana …

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Published on January 21, 2026 - 15:56 GMT

RTW Foundation Awards Over $850,000 to Strengthen Healthcare Access in NYC

RTW Foundation announced over $850,000 for 11 outstanding nonprofit organizations dedicated to expanding health access for underserved communities across NYC. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, January 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today, RTW …

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Published on January 21, 2026 - 15:00 GMT

The National Black Church Initiative Declares Ms. MacKenzie Scott’s Philanthropy to Be Fragments of Divine Giving

We thank God Almighty for Sister MacKenzie Scott, and may God continue to bless her on her pathway of giving. Praise be to God!! WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, January 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The National Black Church Initiative (NBCI), a …

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Published on January 21, 2026 - 14:41 GMT

Cambridge Online Tutors Highlights Sustained Demand for Specialist Online Tuition Across Core Academic Subjects

CAMBRIDGESHIRE, UNITED KINGDOM, January 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Cambridge Online Tutors continues to support students worldwide through structured, subject-specific online tuition, reflecting the sustained demand for flexible and …

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