Case worker: Ohio mom delayed shooting report, hoped to keep guns

ASHLAND, Ohio (AP) — A social worker says the Ohio mother of an 8-year-old boy who repeatedly shot his 4-year-old sister delayed reporting it and seeking medical help because she was afraid they would lose the firearms they use to hunt for food.The Ashland Times-Gazette reports the case worker testified Thursday at a hearing about custody of the children, who are now living with relatives.The mother, Alyssa Edwards, has pleaded not guilty to child endangering and evidence tampering charges