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Former Priest Pleads No Contest to Child-Sex Charges
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Former Madison-area priest Andrew Showers, 38, pleaded no contest and was found guilty in Waupaca County of attempted child enticement, attempted second-degree sexual assault of a child, and possession of child sexual abuse material.
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Dana Whitfield
No contest plea on the assault counts means he should face the maximum prison time possible.
Reports Detail Chao Visits To Shanghai Kindergarten With UFWD And Military Ties
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A child soldier lies dead in a marsh from starvation.
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Jessica Springsteen Expecting First Child With Nicola Philippaerts
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Jessica Springsteen and Nicola Philippaerts announced their first child Oct. 10, 2026, via Instagram vacation photos captioned "New adventures," Bruce Springsteen's second grandchild.
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Book argues naming child's feeling first reduces resistance
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A coat standoff often ends when a parent says 'You really don't want to wear a coat today' instead of insisting—because being heard dissolves the fight before any order lands.
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DOJ Issues Nearly A Dozen Subpoenas In Immigration Probe Against Ilhan Omar; Includes Members Of Her Family
Nicole Silverio · 3 min · 1h
Teachers Arrested in Florida, Colorado Child Cases
Health
— Oct 7, 2026
A Jacksonville preschool teacher was arrested on a felony child-abuse charge after investigators said surveillance video showed her dragging a child by the ear; the child appeared hurt but suffered no lasting injury. In a separate case, former Littleton teacher and coach Adam Williams was arrested on charges including online child exploitation and luring, and police are seeking information from potential additional victims; he was released on bond and the allegations have not been proven in court.
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AP Top 25 College Football Teams
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College football fans argue endlessly over which programs deserve the top spots in the AP Poll based on wins, schedule strength, and legacy.
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Parents charged after San Jose girl’s asthma death
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The mother and stepfather of 8-year-old Aurora Williams have been charged with child neglect/endangerment after prosecutors said they waited about eight hours to seek help during her fatal asthma attack. The medical examiner ruled her death a homicide, with medical neglect a significant factor; authorities described a home infested with cockroaches and other hazards, and the six other children were placed in protective custody.
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Horry County aide arrested after alleged punch of nonverbal autistic student
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A Horry County special education aide was arrested after witnesses accused her of punching a 6-year-old nonverbal autistic student at Pee Dee Elementary School, causing the child to stumble. The aide, who has been on administrative leave since Sept. 28, was released on bond; reports said no injuries were visible.
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Priya Raman
It's disturbing that no injuries showed up but the witness accounts still led to an arrest here.
Tucson Father Arrested After 4-Year-Old Shoots Himself
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A Tucson father, Tyler Lake, was arrested on child abuse and endangerment charges after his 4-year-old son shot himself in the foot with a handgun left unsecured at home. The child’s injuries were not life-threatening, and authorities urged gun owners to keep firearms locked and inaccessible to children.
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Child-Material Arrests Reported in Two Lincolns
Politics
— Oct 7, 2026
Timothy Topil, 60, of Lincoln, Nebraska, was charged with possessing child sexual abuse material after a search of thumb drives and a tablet found dozens of images and videos.
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Goliath death puts Georgia’s ride inspectors to the test
A teacher’s fatal ejection from Six Flags’ Goliath forces a hard look at state inspection duty, park accountability, and the safety ordinary families expect before they board.
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Druski Parodies Former Child Stars in Skit
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Druski’s viral “That’s So Zion” sketch satirizes the unpredictable public personas of former child stars, with fictional scenes that viewers interpret as nods to Raven-Symoné, Orlando Brown and JoJo Siwa. DJ Vlad said Druski used AI to recreate his voice for the mock interview rather than contacting him.
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Eight arrested, seven children removed in Richmond
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Eight people were arrested in Richmond, Kentucky, in an ongoing child abuse investigation involving multiple family members in one home; authorities removed seven children, ages 1 to 17, and placed them with social services. The defendants face charges including child abuse and neglect, rape, human trafficking and other sexual offenses, and police say additional charges may follow.
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Most Influential Women in World History
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From ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.
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Stepfather Sentenced to Eight Years in Boy's Death
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Robert McCoy was sentenced to eight years in prison and six years of probation after pleading guilty to manslaughter and child endangerment in the 2025 death of his 4-year-old stepson, Jasper Smith, who fatally shot himself after finding a loaded handgun in the family’s home. Relatives say they repeatedly alerted Maine child welfare officials to concerns about the household, prompting calls for an accounting of how those reports were handled.
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Burlington Man Pleads Not Guilty to Wife’s Murder
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Bal Khadka, 44, is charged with second-degree murder and child cruelty after allegedly beating his wife with a flashlight in their Burlington home in front of children; she later died of her injuries. He pleaded not guilty and was held without bail.
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Child Critically Injured in Georgia Shopping-Center Crash
Auto
— Oct 7, 2026
A vehicle struck a pedestrian and a building at Gainesville’s Limestone Marketplace, prompting a large emergency response as police investigate. A child was reported critically injured and hospitalized; officials have not released further details about other injuries or what caused the crash.
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EXCLUSIVE: Trump DOJ Launches Probe Into New Jersey City Over ‘Egregious’ Firearm Permit Process
Harold Hutchison · 3 min · 1h
Women plead guilty, convicted in separate child deaths
World
— Oct 5, 2026
In separate child homicide cases, a Missouri woman pleaded guilty to second-degree murder and assault for the 2020 death of a 4-year-old girl, while a Colorado jury convicted Samantha Kimberly of first-degree murder and child abuse in the death of her 3-year-old son and abuse of another child. In an unrelated Illinois case, Laura Acree pleaded guilty to obstructing justice in connection with a 2020 murder.
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Toy Story vs Shrek
Yourlist
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The toy box vs the swamp: two animation revolutions, one inevitable playground argument.
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Arcadia Couple Arrested in 21-Child Abuse Probe
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— Oct 6, 2026
Silvia Zhang and Guojun Xuan were arrested October 6, 2026; prosecutors seek $100 million bail in an Arcadia child-abuse case involving 21 children.
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“As a mother comforts her child, so will I comfort you; and you will be comforted over Jerusalem.”” — Isaiah 66:13, New International Version Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV® Copyright ©
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Former Boulder Supervisor Arrested in Stalking, Peeping Case
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Former Boulder Valley School District childcare supervisor David Wise was arrested on charges including stalking, burglary, invasion of privacy and sexual exploitation of a child after police linked him to alleged peeping incidents across downtown Boulder from 2024 to 2026. Investigators say evidence from his devices revealed additional victims and suspected child sexual abuse material; police have not identified any student victims, and the investigation is ongoing.
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Mother Charged in DUI Cliff Crash With Children
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A Chattanooga mother faces DUI, child neglect and vehicular assault charges after investigators say she drove her SUV over a 20- to 25-foot cliff with her two young children inside. Both children survived; one suffered a fractured forearm and lung bruising, and the crash temporarily disrupted nearby rail operations.
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Four agreements can replace the rules you never chose
Most human suffering comes from childhood beliefs absorbed without consent, and freedom comes from four daily commitments about speech, reaction, interpretation, and effort.
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Nine killed in Erie home after gunman shoots women at door
The Conservative Desk
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A father kills seven relatives and a family friend, including two small children and an unborn child, on Perry Street. Officers reach the house in minutes. Everyone is already dead.
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Former Duncan pastor arrested on child abuse charges
Health
— Oct 7, 2026
Andrew Benton, a former Duncan, Oklahoma, youth pastor, was arrested and faces two child sexual abuse charges involving allegations that he abused two teens in his care. Investigators allege the incidents occurred in multiple settings and that messages recovered from his phone showed inappropriate, pressuring communications with one teen.
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Mother’s Boyfriend Convicted in Wichita Toddler Murder
World
— Oct 7, 2026
A Wichita jury convicted Bernardo Gonzalez-Mejia of first-degree murder, child abuse and aggravated child endangerment in the 2019 death of 2-year-old Jacob Aviles, who was in his care. Jacob’s mother was also convicted in the case; Gonzalez-Mejia remains in custody pending sentencing.
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Kinston Woman Charged in 4.5-Mile Boyfriend Hood Drive
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A 23-year-old Kinston woman was arrested after allegedly driving about 4.5 miles at speeds up to 60 mph with her boyfriend clinging to the car’s hood and her 3-year-old child inside. She faces a felony assault charge and several other charges; the man was assessed and released without injury.
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Kansas students modify 21 mobility cars for children
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High school robotics teams in Leawood, Kansas, modified ride-on toy cars for children with mobility disabilities, tailoring supports and controls to each child. Organizers say the cars promote independence, play and inclusion while giving students a chance to apply their skills to community needs.
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EXCLUSIVE: Asst. Commerce Secretary Roth Reveals The Issues Facing Classrooms That Rely Too Much On Screens
Sean Moran · 6 min · 2h
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