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KARA compiles articles from WI media to give voice to the children living in abusive homes. These articles are only a sample of the violence done to children in our state. Most child abuse is never seen or reported. Share these articles and others on the site and become a voice for abused and neglected children.

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Brookfield doctors charged with child abuse, causing mental harm – FOX6 News Milwaukee

FOX6 News Milwaukee

Prosecutors charged both Iyad Azzam and Wiaam Taha with two counts of felony child abuse and three counts of causing mental harm to a child. Azzam is …

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Brookfield doctors charged with child abuse, causing mental harm – Yahoo

Yahoo

BROOKFIELD, Wis. – Two Brookfield doctors are charged with child abuse and causing mental harm to a child. A physician’s oath is “first, do no …

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11-year-old calls 911, says dad is ‘intoxicated’ and trying to fight him, WI cops say

Kansas City Star

The other children were evaluated at the scene and were reported to have no injuries. The suspect faces charges of child abuse and bail jumping, …

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Hudson elementary school teacher had inappropriate relationship with student, charges allege

CBS News

— A western Wisconsin elementary school teacher is accused of having an … Child Sex Abuse · Wisconsin · WCCO Staff · 512-appicon-minnesota.png. The …

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Wisconsin elementary school teacher, 24, busted for ‘making out’ with 5th-grader – New York Post

New York Post

Bergmann faces one count of first-degree child sexual assault. She was … child abuse · perverts · sexual assaults · teachers · wisconsin · 5/3/24.

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Fond du Lac man arrested after SWAT response charged with child abuse, bail jumping – WBAY

WBAY

Fond du Lac man …

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Brookfield doctors charged with child abuse – FOX6 News Milwaukee

FOX6 News Milwaukee

Brookfield doctors charged with child abuse · Hit-and-run kills girl; charges filed · Officers, civilian help rescue 2 from fire · Fatal crash at 27th …

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24-year-old teacher arrested after allegedly “making out” with fifth-grade student – WTRF

WTRF

A Wisconsin elementary school teacher was … The abuse allegations came to light after the … According to the New York Post, she allegedly told the …

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Jury finds Wisconsin man sane in sexual assault, killing of toddler – Telegraph Herald

Telegraph Herald

MADISON, Wis. — A Wisconsin man convicted in the sexual assault and killing of a 20-month-old girl and abuse of the child’s mother was not insane …

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Wisc. Teacher Allegedly Texted 11-Year-Old About ‘Making Out’ – People

People

Sexual Assault Hotline at 1-800-656-HOPE (4673) or go to rainn.org. If you suspect child abuse, call the Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline at …

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Jury finds Wisconsin man sane in sexual assault, killing of toddler – NY1

NY1

A jury has found a Wisconsin man convicted in the sexual assault and killing of a 20-month-old girl and abuse of the child’s mother was not insane …

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Wisconsin DOJ’s Clergy and Faith Leader Abuse Initiative reaches 3-year mark

Spectrum News

One survivor reported being abused by faith leader Remington Nystrom at a Wisconsin church camp. The survivor said they had never reported the abuse …

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Jury finds Wisconsin man sane in sexual assault, killing of toddler | News – WKOW

WKOW

A Wisconsin man convicted in the sexual assault and killing of a 20-month-old girl and abuse of the child’s mother was not insane at the time, …

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Former owner of Milwaukee day care sentenced to 3 years in prison for child abuse

CBS 58

Former owner of Milwaukee day care sentenced to 3 years in prison for child abuse … Telemundo Wisconsin Telemundo 63.1/58.4; StartTV Start 58.5/63.2 …

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Missing Elijah Vue mother ‘allowed him to suffer abuse and neglect‘, uncle says

The Independent

More about. Wisconsinmissing childchild neglect. 1/6Elijah Vue suffered ‘abuse and neglect’, uncle says: Mom back in court. Elijah Vue suffered …

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Milwaukee day care abuse; owner, operator sentenced to 3 years prison

FOX6 News Milwaukee

A Milwaukee County judge sentenced Danielle Jones to three years in prison. Jones was charged with multiple counts of abuse of a child.

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Jury finds Wisconsin man sane in sexual assault, killing of toddler

Wisconsin Law Journal

Dane Jury: Wisconsin man convicted in the sexual assault and killing of a 20-month-old girl and abuse of the child’s mother was not insane at the …

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Jury finds Madison man guilty of killing 20-month-old girl, 14 other charges

Wisconsin State Journal

In all, the jury found Giles guilty of the homicide and sexual assault charges, child abuse, second-degree reckless endangerment, substantial battery, …

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Former coach, MLB outfielder gets 9 years for child solicitation, seduction – WEAU

WEAU

… child sexual abuse …

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Madison man accused in toddler’s killing found guilty on 15 charges

WMTV 15 NEWS

She was allegedly …

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‘Hands Around the Courthouse’ raises awareness of child abuse – WSAW

WSAW

Wisconsin, formerly …

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Mother convicted of child abuse for hair-pulling incident caught on livestream

WPDE

MARINETTE, Wis. (WLUK) — A mother who pulled the hair of her 2-year-old son while livestreaming was convicted Tuesday of child abuse. Natasha Hunt …

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Mother convicted of child abuse for hair-pulling incident caught on livestream – Fox 11 News

Fox 11 News

A mother who pulled the hair of her 2-year-old son while live streaming was convicted of child abuseWisconsin Budget · FOX 11 Food Project · SKYFOX …

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Community members take stand against child abuse by joining hands | News – WKOW

WKOW

“Last year in the state of Wisconsin, there were more than 21,000 reports of child abuse and neglect that were investigated by child welfare agencies, …

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Wisconsin CASA urges people to wear blue Thursday to raise awareness for child abuse

WSAW

WAUSAU, Wis. (WSAW) – A …

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What to know about child sexual abuse of young children – The Post-Crescent

The Post-Crescent

How can I prevent child sexual abuse? There are ways to reduce the risk that young children will be sexually abused. Teach your child the correct …

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Wisconsin Sex Offender Convicted Of Enticing And Coercing A Minor To Engage In Sexual

Department of Justice

Wisconsin Sex Offender Convicted Of Enticing And Coercing A Minor To Engage In Sexual Activity And Producing Child Sexual Abuse Material. Monday …

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Village of Pewaukee officers solve disturbing crime; honored for action – FOX6 News Milwaukee

FOX6 News Milwaukee

More than 300 people from across the nation gathered for training to stop online child abuse. The task force awarded Village of Pewaukee Officers …

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Event at Phoenix park raises awareness about child abuse – WEAU

WEAU

EAU CLAIRE, Wis. (WEAU …

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Newsmaker Sunday: Child abuse prevention and sexual assault awareness – WFRV

WFRV

Although child abuse and sexual assault are touchy and uncomfortable subjects, it is important to have those conversations to learn about prevention …

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Wisconsin’s ICAC conference shines spotlight on online child exploitation – Fox 11 News

Fox 11 News

APPLETON (WLUK) — An annual conference aims to aid in the advancement against child abuse online. The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) …

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Wisconsin man pleads not guilty to neglect in disappearance of boy

Wisconsin State Journal

A man who was caring for a 3-year-old Wisconsin boy when he vanished in late February has pleaded not guilty to a charge of chronic child neglect.

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Wisconsin man pleads not guilty to neglect in disappearance of boy – AOL.com

AOL.com

A man who was caring for a 3-year-old Wisconsin boy when he vanished in late Februar y pleaded not guilty on Tuesday to a charge of chronic child …

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Oshkosh Sex Offender Indicted on Federal Child Pornography Charges.

Department of Justice

DeGroot (age: 27) of Oshkosh, Wisconsin, for possessing childabuse launched in May 2006, by the U.S. Department of Justice. … Milwaukee, WI 53202.

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Wisconsin man pleads not guilty to neglect in disappearance of boy – Toronto Star

Toronto Star

Wisconsin boy when he vanished in late Februar y pleaded not guilty on Tuesday to a charge of chronic child neglect. Updated 10 hrs ago. April 16 …

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Asst. principal charged with child abuse in case of 6-year-old shooter – TMJ4

TMJ4

Former Richneck Elementary School Assistant Principal Ebony Parker has been charged with eight counts of felony child abuse and disregard for life …

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Woman and her teen child found dead; 2 suspects in woman’s death found dead after …

WTAP

This campaign raises …

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Trempealeau County Man Sentenced To 18 Years For Receiving Child Pornography

Department of Justice

MADISON, WIS. – Timothy M. O’Shea, United States Attorney for the Western District of Wisconsin, announced that Seth W. Fagan, 33, La Crosse, …

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Wisconsin man pleads not guilty to neglect of Elijah Vue

Wisconsin Law Journal

A man who was caring for a 3-year-old Wisconsin boy when he vanished in late February pleaded not guilty on Tuesday to a charge of chronic child …

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Cops say ‘no evidence’ missing tot Elijah Vue was abducted after searching yard from Netflix series

New York Post

child neglect and also filed a misdemeanor charge of neglecting a child. … child abuse · making a murderer · missing children · wisconsin · 4/11/24.

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PSN promotes Child Abuse Prevention Month – Spectrum News

Spectrum News

PSN Family Resource Center goes blue to promote strengthening families during National Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Month … KENOSHA, Wis. — The …

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Wisconsin man ordered to stand trial on neglect charge in February disappearance of boy, 3

Times Union

Vang is the boyfriend of Elijah’s mother, Katrina Baur of Wisconsin Dells, who was charged in February with one felony count of party-to-a-crime child …

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Wisconsin man ordered to stand trial on neglect charge in February disappearance of … – Newsday

Newsday

child neglect charge in the child’s disappearance. Credit: AP/Gary C. Klein. By The Associated Press Updated April 4, 2024 4:00 pm. MANITOWOC, Wis.

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Madison police arrest man for having child sexual abuse material after search of downtown home

Channel 3000

MADISON, Wis. — Madison police arrested a man Thursday morning for possessing child sexual abuse material.

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Vernon County Department of Human Services: April is Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Month

La Crosse Tribune

child abuse and neglect prevention efforts in Wisconsin. We believe that every child deserves to grow up in a safe, stable, and nurturing environment.

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Parties in Lawrence School case appear headed for split | Waukesha Co. News

GMToday.com

State Bar of Wisconsin agrees to change … child abuse related to the alleged incidents with the other children. … Children’s Hospital (Victims C and …

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Wisc. Mom Allegedly Left Elijah Vue, 3, with Boyfriend to ‘Be a Man’ – People

People

… child disappeared. Elijah remains missing … On Thursday, April 4, a Wisconsin judge found … If you suspect child abuse, call the Childhelp National …

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Editorial Roundup: Wisconsin – USNews.com

USNews.com

Most people would agree without hesitation that child pornography is inherently problematic. The sexualization and abuse of children is …

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Previously Convicted Sex Offender Indicted for Attempted Sexual Exploitation of a Minor

Department of Justice

Gregory J. Haanstad, United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Wisconsin, announced that on April 9, 2024, a federal grand jury returned …

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Wisconsin man ordered to stand trial on neglect charge in February disappearance of boy, 3

LocalNews8.com

Vang is the boyfriend of Elijah’s mother, Katrina Baur of Wisconsin Dells, who faces charges that include party-to-a-crime chronic child neglect.

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New Horizons puts up ribbons in La Crosse in awareness of sexual assault and child abuse – WEAU

WEAU

LA CROSSE, Wis. (WEAU) …

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Gov. Tony Evers signs child protection laws aimed at curbing trafficking and abuse

Milwaukee Journal Sentinel

The laws include measures designed to combat human trafficking and further prevent child sexual abuse.

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Pinwheels for Prevention raise awareness during Child Abuse Prevention Month – WBAY

WBAY

GREEN BAY, Wis. (WBAY) …

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‘Longstanding abuse:’ Milwaukee girl dead, man sentenced to prison

FOX6 News Milwaukee

Princess Arredondo pleaded guilty in June 2023 to child abuse and child neglect. She was previously sentenced to 10 years behind bars and five …

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CASA: Get dressed in blue! “I am for the Child Day” is April 18 – WisPolitics

WisPolitics

(Green Bay, Wis.) Child abuse and neglect is an issue that often goes unnoticed because children can’t speak up for themselves.

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Investigation after Wisconsin man’s arrest culminates with raid in Philippines, 3 human … – Yahoo

Yahoo

(WFRV) – After the 2023 arrest of a southeastern Wisconsin man on multiple charges relating to child sexual abuse material (CSAM), …

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Pinwheel garden represents Child Abuse Prevention Month in Northeast Wisconsin

Fox 11 News

Organizers tell FOX 11 each one represents a child in Northeast Wisconsin who has undergone a maltreatment medical exam or forensic interview with …

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La Crosse recognizes, both, Child Abuse Prevention and Sexual Assault Awareness Month

FOX2548 & WIProud

La Crosse recognizes, both, Child Abuse Prevention and Sexual Assault Awareness Month … LA CROSSE, Wis. (WLAX/WEUX) – Throughout April, advocates …

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Rep. Goeben: Wisconsin bans child sex dolls – WisPolitics

WisPolitics

Wisconsin should have zero tolerance for child grooming, molestation, or abuse.” Print Friendly, PDF & Email. Facebook.

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Child victims of trafficking will be able to testify in court differently with signing of bill – WEAU

WEAU

Without the testimony …

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