Maryland Child Abuse News Monitoring

Maryland needs full transparency on child fatality cases | GUEST COMMENTARY

Last month, the Baltimore Banner reported on an alarming rise in the number of child fatalities due to maltreatment in Maryland, as shown by a federal report. The number of child abuse and neglect deaths reported by Maryland to the federal Children’s …

Other states have tackled youth gambling. Why hasn’t Maryland?

For two decades, William Hinman had been an addict — first to alcohol, then to gambling. But 10 years ago, he decided to get clean, and it worked. He’s now 52 and spending his days as a peer mentor at the Maryland Center of Excellence on Problem Gambling, …

Musk’s DOGE team gets access to sensitive child support database despite objections from officials

Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our …

Fewer Maryland children are dying from abuse or neglect than originally reported

The Department of Human Services last week released corrected data showing that far fewer Maryland children have died from abuse or neglect in recent years than the state previously reported. The number of such deaths in each of the past five years is …

DOJ: Former Catholic Priest Convicted of Child Sex Abuse Will Be Deported After Sentence

A former Catholic priest who was convicted of sexually abusing a minor will be deported back to his native country of Colombia after he serves his time in prison, according to a news release from the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ).  Jorge Antonio Velez- …

Former Priest and Convicted Child Molester Stripped of US Citizenship

A former Catholic priest who was convicted of child sexual abuse has been stripped of his United States citizenship and ordered back to his native Colombia. U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) said Thursday that Jorge Antonio Velez-Lopez, 69, …

Ex-Colombian priest, child molester sentenced for passport fraud, stripped of US citizenship

Antonio Velez-Lopez, a former priest with a child molestation conviction who was stripped of his American citizenship, has been sentenced to a year in prison. Fox News reports that US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) said that Velez-Lopez, a 69- …

Colombian national, convicted child molester, stripped of citizenship and arrested

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Former Maryland juvenile detention center employee sexually abused 69 boys, lawsuit claims

By CBS Baltimore Staff March 7, 2025 / 8:24 PM EST / The Baltimore Banner CBS News Baltimore Live Sixty-nine men have filed a lawsuit that alleges a staff member at a state-run juvenile detention facility in Baltimore County sexually abused them …

Former Priest-Convicted Child Molester Stripped of U.S. Citizenship, Ordered Deported

Jorge Antonio Velez-Lopez, a 69-year-old native of Colombia and former archdiocese priest, received a one-year federal prison sentence for passport fraud. Velez-Lopez, a convicted child molester, was naturalized by the court — losing his United States …

Former Colombian priest, child molester sentenced for passport fraud and stripped of US citizenship

Border czar Tom Homan discusses comments from former Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas on sanctuary cities and what he would have done differently in the Biden administration. A former priest with a child molestation conviction who was …

Baltimore Banner reports fewer children deaths from abuse in Maryland than initial data showed

Adult jails are no place for Maryland’s children | GUEST COMMENTARY

Twenty-six years have passed, but I still have nightmares. I was only 16 years old when I was placed in solitary confinement for six long days in a small, windowless cell containing only a metal bunk, a toilet and a desk. In some of these nightmares I’m …

SUN: Over 60 men accuse former DJS employee of abuse at Baltimore Co. youth detention

BALTIMORE COUNTY (WBFF) — A lawsuit filed Tuesday against the Maryland Department of Juvenile Services alleges that a former employee sexually abused scores of children at a facility in Baltimore County over three decades. A total of 69 men, now adults, …

Man charged with murder, child abuse in death of 7-month-old boy in Gaithersburg

MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Md. (7News) — A man was charged with murder and child abuse for the death of a 7-month-old boy he was babysitting in Gaithersburg, Maryland in 2024, according to the Montgomery County Police Department. Terron Christopher Matasaran, 36, …

This is what an ICE raid looks like, and why migrants fear to get caught in one

Venezuelan migrant Yessenia and her husband, Maikol, awoke last week to loud footsteps and knocks in their apartment building in Aurora, Colo. “Police, open the door. Policia, abra la puerta.” Rumours had swirled for days that U.S. Immigration and Customs …

Watch Your Wallet: The Legislature is Still in Session by By Clayton Mitchell

The great satirist P.J. O’Rourke once quipped that giving money and power to government is like giving whiskey and car keys to teenage boys. Were he alive to observe the ongoing legislative session in Annapolis, he might have found his analogy woefully …

House GOP Leaders Blast Democrats for Intent to Shut Government Down

At a press conference Tuesday morning, House Republican leaders criticized their Democrat counterparts as being irresponsible for not backing the continuing resolution to fund the federal government through the end of the current fiscal year. House …

Is this viral sunshine alarm clock worth your money?

Welcome to Retail Therapy by Prevention! In this series, our editors provide thoughtful, honest reviews of what we’ve been testing lately that we want you to know about—because we refuse to keep these game-changing finds all to ourselves. Whether you’re on …

Crumbl + Pi Day = A Tasty Equation: Crumbl to offer Pi Day themed dessert

LINDON, UT, UNITED STATES, March 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Pi Day is just around the corner, and Crumbl is ready with a fan-favorite dessert to celebrate the mathematical magic of 3.14. For the week of March 10-15 only, Key Lime Pie is on …

Black led footwear disruptor FCTRY LAb completes over-subscribed Series A Round; raising $15M+ in two financings

Raise validates equitable ownership business model with major collaborators while selling out multiple lines of radical footwear LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, March 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Since closing its first financing in early 2023 …

Industrial Food and Beverages Filtration System Market size Expected to Reach $1.9 Billion by 2031

Industrial Food and Beverages Filtration System Market size Expected to Reach $1.9 Billion by 2031 NEW CASTLE, DE, UNITED STATES, March 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Allied Market Research published a report, titled, 'Industrial Food and …

Skin Longevity Clinic Unveils Steps to Mitigate the Effects of Dangerous Toxic Chemicals from Synthetic Braiding Hair

Taking Steps to Mitigate the Effects of Dangerous Toxic Chemicals from Synthetic Braiding Hair NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, March 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With synthetic braiding hair being a billion-dollar industry, concerns over its …

Planting Beyond the Ordinary: Summer Bulbs in Container Gardens

A Versatile Approach to Enhancing Summer Gardens PHILADELPHIA, PA, UNITED STATES, March 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Gardeners seeking ways to enhance their outdoor spaces can explore the benefits of planting summer-flowering bulbs in …

Breggz Launches U.S. Sale of Zohn-1, the First Fully Wireless, Custom-Made Luxury Hearable, With Kickstarter Campaign

Custom-crafted to the user’s ears for a perfect fit, Zohn-1 provides unparalleled audio excellence – and is now available for orders in the U.S. AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS, March 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Breggz Hearables B.V., a technology …

Zino Zaccagnini Inc. Welcomes Jason Ray as Chief Marketing Officer

Zino Zaccagnini Inc., a renowned international luxury apparel brand, is thrilled to announce the appointment of Jason Ray as the Chief Marketing Officer. NEW YORK , NY, UNITED STATES, March 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Zino Zaccagnini Inc., a renowned …

Century HVAC Distributing Adds Thrive’s Thermostock® AI to Better Manage Slow-Moving Seasonal Items

Dallas-based wholesale distributor of HVAC equipment and supplies now leveraging Thermostock® AI to automatically identify and optimize low-volume SKUs. MARIETTA, GA, UNITED STATES, March 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Century HVAC Distributing …

CBD Dog Health Partners with 4-Legger to Launch Natural CBD-Infused Grooming Products for Dogs

Introducing Replenish Shampoo and Restore Spray: CBD-rich products designed to support and protect pets' skin with the power of Full Spectrum Hemp Extract. NIWOT, CO, UNITED STATES, March 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- CBD Dog Health is …

Incentive Travel Market to Reach USD 216.8 Billion By 2031, Top Impacting Factors

The incentive travel market was valued at $42 billion in 2021, and is estimated to reach $216.8 billion by 2031, growing at a CAGR of 12.1% from 2022 to 2031. WILMINGTON, DE, UNITED STATES, March 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As per the report …

Giftify, Inc. Unveils New Platform to Help Fans Save on Sports Tickets and Merchandise Amid Rising Costs

CardCash Platform Provides Cost-Reduction Strategy for High-Demand Sports Tickets and Merchandise Ahead of 2025 Major League Baseball (MLB) Season. SCHAUMBURG, FRANCE, March 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Giftify, Inc. (NASDAQ:GIFT) (the "Company…

Event Pro-Av Services Market Growing at 7.1% CAGR to Hit USD 56.9 Billion by 2031 | Growth, Company Profiles

The event pro-av services market was valued at $28.6 billion in 2021, and estimated to reach $56.9 billion by 2031, growing at a CAGR of 7.1% from 2022 to 2031 WILMINGTON, DE, UNITED STATES, March 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- According to the …

AAHA Accreditation Recognized as Key Quality Indicator in Newsweek's Inaugural America's Best Animal Hospitals

The inclusion of AAHA’s accreditation program reinforces decades of commitment to advancing excellence in veterinary care through its accreditation program. LAKEWOOD, CO, UNITED STATES, March 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The American Animal …

Chris Whitesell Promoted to Vice President of Rental Supply Inc.

Chris Whitesell, former Sales Manager, has been promoted to Vice President after 10 years at Rental Supply Inc. GREENSBORO, NC, UNITED STATES, March 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Rental Supply Inc. announces the promotion of Chris Whitesell to …

Drone Light Shows Market Set to $2.2 Billion by 2031, Fueled by Adoption of Latest Technologies such as Sensors and AI

The drone light shows market was valued at $1.3 billion in 2021, and is estimated to reach $2.2 billion by 2031, growing at a CAGR of 5.7% from 2022 to 2031. WILMINGTON, DE, UNITED STATES, March 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Allied Market …

Escape Room Industry Set to Reach $31 Billion by 2032; to Grow at 14.8% CAGR During 2023-2032

The escape room market size was valued at $7.9 billion in 2022, and is estimated to reach $31 billion by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 14.8% from 2023 to 2032. WILMINGTON, DE, UNITED STATES, March 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Allied Market …

Denim Fabric Market Rapidly Expanding Segments and Growth Outlook (2025-2030)

The raw denim segment led the market in 2020, but stretch denim is set to grow the fastest, with a CAGR of 5.2% from 2021 to 2030. WILMINGTON, DE, UNITED STATES, March 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The global denim fabric market is witnessing steady …

Lifted Lollies: A Sweet Twist on THC Lollipops, Now Available at The Hemp Doctor

The Hemp Doctor, an official distributor of Lifted Lollies, offers these 2:1 Delta 9 to CBD THC lollipops in 5 flavors. Available online & in NC stores. MOORESVILLE, NC, UNITED STATES, March 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Lifted Lollies, a 2:1 Delta …

GCC Sanitary Market to Receive Overwhelming Hike In Revenue That Will Boost Overall Industry Growth by 2032

GCC Sanitary Market - UAE is expected to grow with a highest CAGR of 7.0% during the forecast period. WILMINGTON, DE, UNITED STATES, March 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Allied Market Research published a report, titled, "GCC …

Budget Cars for Indiana Students: Indy Auto Man Reveals What Models Are Popular in 2025

Indianapolis dealer shares statistics on the most popular car models students prefer to buy and explain their advantages. INDIANAPOLIS, IN, UNITED STATES, March 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Indy Auto Man used car dealership is disclosing …