9 children rescued: Licking County parents plead not guilty
Lila Washington
Lila Washington
Reporter · Columbus, OH
Lila Washington, a graduate of the University of Cincinnati with a degree in Fine Arts, has spent the last 7 years covering arts and community events in Columbus for various publications. She is deeply invested in local culture and is known for her vibrant storytelling.
More from Lila →Reporter · Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at 12:46 AM · 1 min read
Two Licking County adults facing 22 total charges related to the rescuing of nine children who were found living in ‘horrific’ conditions last month pleaded not guilty Tuesday.