Fewer Cases, But Are Kids Safer? | Spokane News

Child abuse cases in North Idaho are dropping — from 239 in 2020 to just 136 in 2025 — even as the population grows. Experts warn this doesn’t mean fewer kids are suffering, pointing to pandemic-era isolation as a key factor that masked abuse. With fewer cases coming to light, there’s growing concern that vulnerable children are slipping through the cracks — underscoring the urgent need for community watchfulness and proactive support systems. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/a76ff2a457deb316