A measure filed by Owensboro Rep. DJ Johnson that would broaden the criminal charge of possessing child pornography has cleared a House committee and is poised for a full House vote. If passed, House Bill 366 could significantly reshape how such offenses are prosecuted.

A Waseca man has been charged with 10 felony counts after authorities uncovered dozens of child sex abuse files linked to his personal online accounts. Investigators say the explicit material underscores the gravity of such offenses and the importance of tracking digital evidence. The case highlights growing concerns about child exploitation.