May 22 Australian archbishop found guilty of covering up child sex abuse By Rod McGuirk, Associated Press The conviction is another step toward holding the church to account for a global abuse crisis that has also engulfed Pope Francis' financial minister. Continue reading
May 12 Pope to meet with Chilean bishops on abuse errors By Nicole Winfield, Associated Press For years, sex abuse victims have blasted the Chilean hierarchy for discrediting their claims and protecting abusers. Continue reading
May 07 4 women accuse New York attorney general of physical abuse By Associated Press New York Attorney General Eric Schneiderman, whose office has taken on a high-profile role in the fight against sexual misconduct, was physically violent with four women he was romantically involved with, according to their accounts which were published on Monday… Continue reading
Apr 20 USA Gymnastics settles sex abuse lawsuit By Associated Press A former gymnast filed the lawsuit against USA Gymnastics in 2013, alleging that the organization that trains Olympians received at least four warnings about coach William McCabe, who videotaped her in various states of undress. Continue reading
Mar 27 Former Weinstein assistant says she tried to stop him from abusing women 2 decades ago By Jill Lawless, Associated Press Harvey Weinstein's former assistant says she tried to stop him abusing women two decades ago, making him sign a legal agreement that required him to seek therapy and mend his ways. Continue reading
Feb 26 Education Department opens investigation into how Michigan State handled Nassar scandal By Associated Press Education Secretary Betsy DeVos said investigators will look at "systemic issues" with how the school has dealt with such complaints. In a statement, she called Nassar's actions "unimaginable."… Continue reading
Feb 14 GOP women frustrated by Trump’s approach to abuse charges By Laurie Kellman, Steve Peoples, Associated Press WASHINGTON — The Trump White House's handling of abuse charges against men in its midst is frustrating prominent Republican women as the party's yearslong struggle to attract female voters stretches into the 2018 midterm elections. Continue reading
Jan 31 Entire USA Gymnastics board resigns amid Nassar scandal By Michael Rios The 20-member board had come under fire as 265 women have come forward to report abuse by Nassar, the former doctor for USA Gymnastics and a sports doctor at Michigan State University. Continue reading
Jan 29 Watch 6:45 What did Michigan State know about Larry Nassar’s abuse? By PBS News Hour As sexual assault allegations against sports doctor Larry Nassar became widely known in 2016, Michigan State University officials claimed initially to have had no prior knowledge of his behavior. But several reports, lawsuits and victim testimony allege the university had… Continue watching
Jan 26 Opinion: What parents can do to protect their kids from a Larry Nassar By Wendy Thomas Russell It's not what you think. Continue reading