
LA County Catholic Priest Charged with Child Sexual Abuse
Downey priest Jaime Arriaga faces six felony charges of child sexual abuse just months after the Archdiocese of Los Angeles announced a historic settlement with over 1,300 survivors.

Downey priest Jaime Arriaga faces six felony charges of child sexual abuse just months after the Archdiocese of Los Angeles announced a historic settlement with over 1,300 survivors.

A Philadelphia man was arrested after using Uber to transport a minor across Pennsylvania, highlighting growing concerns about child safety on rideshare platforms.

North Carolina’s HB 612 aims to reform the foster care system by streamlining processes and introducing technological solutions to improve child welfare outcomes.

Note: This article is adapted from a longer article produced by the Capitol News Alliance, a collaboration between KUNC News, Colorado Public Radio, Rocky Mountain

Maryland lawmakers are considering a cap on child sexual abuse settlements under the Child Victims Act, sparking backlash from attorneys and survivors.

Former Baltimore priest William Mannion Jr. has been indicted on 15 felony charges related to child sexual abuse allegations dating back to the 1990s.

The Arizona Court of Appeals has reinstated portions of a lawsuit against the LDS Church, highlighting the broader scope of mandated reporter responsibilities in child abuse cases.

Colorado lawmakers have advanced a bill that would impose stricter safety standards on Uber and Lyft, following allegations of sexual assault and industry-wide concerns about passenger safety.

A Dallas woman is suing Lyft after discovering doorbell footage of her driver engaging in inappropriate conduct during a 2022 ride.

Scott Owen, a Utah therapist and former LDS Church leader, was sentenced to 15 years to life in prison after admitting to sexually abusing multiple patients, including teens referred to him by bishops.