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Mississippi Lawmakers Pass Sweeping Youth Court Overhaul in Special Session

The measure seeks to create a uniform full-time youth court, resolve an expired records law tied to lawsuits, fund new juvenile facilities.

Liberty County Pastor Arrested on Child Sex Charges

Jenelle Evans’ Son Jace Remains in Mental Health Facility as Accounts of Triggering Incident Diverge

Boston Man Arraigned on Child Exploitation and Trafficking Charges After Fenway Search

Long Beach Father, Stepmother Arrested on Suspicion of Torture and Murder in 14-Month-Old’s Death

Judge Orders Immediate Release of Bronx Teen Detained at ICE Check-In

Baltimore County Softball Coach Arrested on Child Sex Abuse Charges, Held Without Bond