child abuse

Pammy Maye, 50, is charged in the death of 5-year-old Darnell Taylor.

Pammy Maye is charged with the aggravated murder of 5-year-old Darnell Taylor. The state prosecutors’ plea deal carries a sentence between 21 years and life in prison.

Sen. Bill Blessing (R-Colerain Twp.) said he wants to explore what more can be done to ensure there are guidelines that ensure the well-being of kids who are home-schooled.

The lawmakers said their bill would fix gaps in the system by improving communication and coordination between Ohio courts, law enforcement and children services.

Pammy Maye faces several charges, including aggravated murder, in the death of Darnell Taylor.

Yarenci Hernandez reported her birth father's abuse 13 years ago. His conviction only happened last month.

Johnna Lowe, 34, pleaded guilty to murder and gross abuse of a corpse on Thursday. The body of 8-year-old Martonio Wilder was found in a trash bag in the attic of a Columbus home last year.

Two Ohio cases illustrate the complexities in diagnosing, investigating and litigating cases of abusive head trauma.

Two Ohio cases illustrate the complexities in diagnosing, investigating and litigating cases of abusive head trauma.

Whitehall Police have charged the girl's mother, 21-year-old Charity R. Dreyer, with felony child endangering, but more charges — including murder — are possible.