Human Trafficking News Monitoring

Supervisors support state sex trafficking bill but voter ID proposal fails

The San Diego County Administration Building is shown on Jan. 12, 2021. (File photo by Zoë Meyers/inewsource) The Board of Supervisors on Wednesday opted to support a state bill on sex trafficking while a call to back voter ID requirements failed. …

TV PATROL: 2 biktima, 1 suspek ng human trafficking naharang sa NAIA

Trump news at a glance: US president meets Zelenskyy at Vatican as popularity plunges at home

Donald Trump spent his Saturday at the Vatican, attending the funeral of Pope Francis along with his wife Melania and leaders from more than 150 countries. Before the ceremony, the US president met with the Ukrainian president, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, for the …

'The darker side of paradise': Bills aimed to help sex trafficking victims

HONOLULU (Island News) -- Service providers say from the outside looking in, Hawaii is a place of no worries. ”They see it as a place of sandy beaches and lush green mountains and they see what happens in Waikiki and they don't see the darker side of …

For More Than a Century, the WCA Has Served the Critical needs of Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, Human Trafficking ...

The Women’s Center for Advancement (WCA) assists anyone in the Omaha area who is experiencing domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking or human trafficking. Their free, high-quality services address their clients’ immediate safety needs and help them to …

Boston woman charged in child sex trafficking case

Boston police arrested a woman in a sting operation earlier this month after she allegedly trafficked an underage girl for sex. Police said Wednesday that 29-year-old Shakera "Stacks" Pina of Boston was arrested April 9. Investigators found …

Wilmington 911 call leads to New York City human trafficking arrests

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) – A human trafficking operation that initially started in New York City has ended in Wilmington. Brooklyn District Attorney Eric Gonzalez has charged five people in connection with a trafficking ring that brought victims from New …

House Criminal Justice Committee split down partisan lines over child trafficking penalties

State Representatives were divided along party lines Wednesday in Concord over a bill to increase penalties on child traffickers.The House Criminal Justice Committee voted 9-7 to approve legislation that would raise the mandatory minimum prison sentence …

Child sex trafficking stings lead to arrests, but how common are convictions?

PHOENIX (AZFamily) — An ASU professor is on administrative leave after court records said he was caught talking to an undercover officer posing as a 15-year-old boy on a dating app. Shiyou Wu is a social work professor who allegedly sent a sexually …

Boston police arrest suspect in child sex trafficking case

The Boston Police Department’s Human Trafficking Unit arrested a suspect on April 9 as part of a sex trafficking and child exploitation investigation, the department said in a Wednesday press release. The suspect, 29-year-old Shakera “Stacks” Pina of …

Imo police arrest two female child trafficking suspects, rescue four-year-old victim

Imo State Police Command has arrested two female suspects, Joy Ugwu from Idah, Kogi State and Rosella Michael from Zamba in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, who were caught in Owerri with a four-year-old boy, Jaffa Umar. A press statement issued by …

Former death row inmate found guilty in sex trafficking case

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - A sex trafficking ring leader was found guilty by a federal jury Tuesday evening. Isaiah McCoy, 38, was already serving 10 years at Saguaro Correctional Center for a state robbery case, but he is now facing life in federal prison …

State bills aimed to help sex trafficking victims

Oklahoma Bureau of Narcotics arrests woman for child trafficking

OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. (KAUZ) - The Oklahoma Bureau of Narcotics’ Human Trafficking Unit has arrested Kamilah Maciel for multiple charges, including Human Trafficking of a Minor and Possession of Child Pornography. The arrest took place in Oklahoma City on …

Boston Woman Arrested in Child Sex Trafficking Sting Operation

BOSTON, Mass. — A Boston woman has been arrested and charged following an undercover operation linked to sex trafficking and child exploitation. Shakera “Stacks” Pina, 29, was taken into custody on April 9. She faces multiple charges, including trafficking …

Hawaii Man Convicted of Sex Trafficking Three Adult Women and One Minor

Isaiah McCoy, 38, of Honolulu, Hawaii, was convicted yesterday of multiple counts of sex trafficking by a federal jury in the District of Hawaii. Specifically, the jury convicted McCoy of four counts of sex trafficking three adults and one minor, two …

GDI steps up border scrutiny in human trafficking crackdown

Chou Bun Eng, Vice-Chairwoman of the National Committee for Counter Trafficking speaks during an event. NCCT In a sweeping effort to combat cross-border human trafficking, Cambodian immigration police detained over 100 travellers, most of them women, at …

Ray J Claims Diddy Will Beat His Sex Trafficking Charges

Ray J has revealed that he is confident that Diddy is going to triumph in his upcoming sex trafficking trial. Speaking on Sneako’s stream, the “One Wish” singer said: “Puffy ‘bout to get out too, on the dead homies, n-gga.” Ray J continued by attacking the …

Livonia man accused of human trafficking along with wife charged

A Livonia man accused of helping his wife run a human trafficking operation through illicit massage parlors has been charged by the Oakland County Prosecutor's Office. Paul Richard Katterman II, 57, is charged with conducting a human trafficking …

OVER 25,000 REGISTERED PARTICIPANTS CELEBRATE THE 25th EDITION OF THE ST. JUDE ROCK ‘N’ ROLL RUNNING SERIES NASHVILLE

NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, April 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The St. Jude Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series Nashville celebrated the 25th running of the event as over 25,000 registered participants had a memorable running tour of Music City. With a …

Villarreal Houston and JC Sports Announce Full Lineup for 'Summer of Soccer' 2025

Elite Camps, MLS GO League, Futsal, and Specialized Training Opportunities Now Open for Registration HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, April 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Villarreal Houston, in partnership with JC Sports Houston, is proud to announce …

Fambase Introduces Private Mode for Group Fitness, Addressing Concerns Over Online Visibility

As more individuals seek low-visibility spaces for online learning, a quiet but deliberate shift is taking place. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Fambase, a leading platform for private group-based online …

RFCLA Hosts Epic Double-Header Tomorrow: Cali Cup Clash vs San Diego Legion and USA Eagles Face Japan Sakura 15s

Rugby fans are in for an unforgettable day this Saturday featuring the high-stakes Cali Cup rivalry against San Diego Legion and a historic international test. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Rugby fans are …

GUIDE TO ROTH CONVERSIONS

GET A ROTH ANALYSIS FIRST MCKINNEY, TX, UNITED STATES, April 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- For individuals contemplating whether to convert their traditional IRAs, 401(k)s, and other tax-qualified retirement plans to a Roth IRA, Retirement Tax …

CTW Inc. Announces Anime Collaboration for 'So I'm a Spider, So What?'

CTW Inc. Announces Collaboration Between "So I'm a Spider, So What? Ruler of the Labyrinth" and "That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime" MINATO-KU, TOKYO, JAPAN, April 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- CTW Inc. has …

PJ’s Soaps & Bombs Sets New Standard in Natural Skincare With Eco-Conscious Packaging and Artisan Ingredients

Handmade bath and body brand champions sustainability and sensory-rich products in 2025 ELK GROVE, CA, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- PJ’s Soaps & Bombs, the handcrafted bath and body company known for its small-batch production …

Youth Skills Champ Crowns First-Ever 1v1 Champion: 7-Year-Old Legacy Baker of New Jersey Takes the Title

CLARK, NJ, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Youth Skills Champ, is thrilled to announce Legacy Baker, talented 7-year-old footballer from New Jersey, as the first-ever winner of the Youth Skills Champ 1v1 Competition. This …

Changing Life & Destiny Conference 2025 Kicks Off in Dallas, Uniting Leaders in Functional Health and Longevity

DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The highly anticipated Changing Life & Destiny (CLD) Conference officially opens today at the Hilton Granite Park Hotel in Dallas/Plano. Recognized as the nation’s premier event in …

DFW Party Rental Announces Stress-Free Event Planning with Full-Service Party Equipment Rentals in Pilot Point, TX

PILOT POINT, TX, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Planning an unforgettable event just got easier! DFW Party Rental is proud to offer full-service party equipment rentals in Pilot Point, Texas, providing everything needed to …

PARKS MADNESS 2025 Celebrates America's Treasured Spaces with Parks Channel and EarthX

Online Voting Open Now at theparkschannel.com to Declare the Park of the Year BETHESDA, MD, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Public lands are in the spotlight like never before. Recent administration efforts to slash personnel …

Stanton Optical Expands to Open First Store in Florence, SC

Full-Service Eye Care, Offering Hi-tech Eye Exams, Eye Health Solutions and Affordable Eyewear FLORENCE, SC, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Stanton Optical, a pioneer in accessible and affordable eye care, proudly announces the …

Puppies Meet Planks: BURN Lagree Fitness Hosts Annual Fundraiser to Support Dog Rescue

Donation-Based Classes on April 26 Will Benefit Almost There Rescue SCOTTSDALE, AZ, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Fitness with a cause returns as BURN Lagree hosts its beloved Planks & Pups Fundraiser on Saturday, April …

Former Gamecock standout named IRONWOMAN by Global Eco Adventures

WNBA superstar A’ja Wilson says she is “blessed” to be “in such elite company” COLUMBIA, SC, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A’Ja Wilson, the all-time leading scorer in South Carolina Women’s Basketball history and the WNBA’s …

Mexican & Turkish Men’s Soccer National Teams to Play in Chapel Hill, NC June 10, 2025

MexTour 2025 Features First-Ever Visit to Chapel Hill CHAPEL HILL, NC, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- International soccer returns to Chapel Hill for the third consecutive year as the Mexican National Team will play the …

Hideout Fitness Introduces Educational Series on Body Transformation Principles

Irvine Fitness Studio Challenges Common Misconceptions About Arm and Leg Toning Through New Educational Series IRVINE, CA, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Irvine-based Hideout Fitness has developed an educational series …

Australian Teens Embrace Reusable Period Care: New Guide Highlights First-Time Use of Menstrual Discs

Australian Teens Embrace Reusable Period Care: New Guide Highlights First-Time Use of Menstrual Discs VICTORIA, AUSTRALIA, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new guide released this month explores how Australian teenagers are leading a shift …

Nihao Jewelry Unveils Summer 2025 Trend Report: A Fusion of Emotion, Elegance, and Accessibility

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the fashion world eagerly anticipates the vibrant styles of Summer 2025, Nihao Jewelry, a prominent name in wholesale jewelry, has released its comprehensive trend report, …

Chinese Playwright Shao Yong Liu Receives Creative Award at First Global Micro-Short Drama Screenplay Competition

SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Playwright Shao Yong Liu has been awarded the Creative Award for his screenplay "Swimming to the Other Shore" at the inaugural Global Micro-Short Drama Screenplay …

Zafir Rashid prepares Teramir Group for vertical construction as pre-permitting milestones near completion

Zafir Rashid leads Teramir Group into final pre-construction phase for $1.5B global projects, with permits expected within 30 days. ORLANDO, FL, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Zafir Rashid, Head of Development at Teramir …