A Michigan woman has been charged with child abuse after authorities discovered her three children living alone in appalling conditions characterized by garbage and feces. The Pontiac mother, who has been accused of abandoning her children for four to five years, is facing multiple charges including first-degree child abuse. A $250 million cash bond has been set following her arraignment. A sheriff’s update revealed that the oldest child had only been outside twice in nearly five years, raising concerns about child welfare oversight. The case has sparked public outrage and discussions on how to improve monitoring of at-risk children.