Human trafficking, commercial sexual exploitation happens every day throughout the Commonwealth,” Judge said. “We work closely with the Boston Police Department human trafficking unit, and I know that they’re doing this work day and night.

Milwaukee police investigated 35 cases of human trafficking last year. Here are some myths that task force investigators want to dispel.

Human trafficking is now a global epidemic, representing a serious infringement of human rights that impacts millions of individuals worldwide. This illicit practice exploits victims through coercion, deception or the abuse of power, pushing them into forced labor, sexual exploitation and other unsavory activities.

The case drew attention amid a nationwide focus on the apprehension and deportation of undocumented immigrants.

It was part of a public forum hosted by Empower Yolo to discuss how common trafficking is, what community members can do to stop it and how to support victims.

After nearly 40 years in trucking and logistics, Sharon Siar has found a deeper purpose in helping some of society’s most vulnerable – victims of human trafficking.

CINCINNATI (WKRC) - January marks Human Trafficking Awareness Month, and a new partnership in Ohio is taking aim at the issue.

The non-profit and community partners shed light on the fight against human trafficking, educate the community and highlight ways to take action. Street Grace says all children can fall prey, but survivors often share characteristics like poverty, family violence, time in foster care or a history of childhood sexual abuse.

Atlanta’s mayor and Georgia’s governor will hold their annual news conference addressing human trafficking awareness at the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport on Thursday morning.

Sacramento County law enforcement will now work with the California Attorney General's Office and Homeland Security in a new task force aimed at combating human trafficking.

Despite limited resources and awareness, a nonprofit in the New River Valley is working to support teenage girls who are sexually exploited or trafficked.

The Broward Sheriff’s Office is stepping up its efforts to combat this criminal activity with a new initiative aimed at connecting human trafficking victims to vital resources.