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politicsgovernment2 years ago•1 min saved

Gov. Pritzker Taps Juvenile Justice Veteran as New Illinois DCFS Chief

Governor JB Pritzker has appointed Heidi Mueller, the current director of the Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice, as the next director of the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS), effective February 1. Mueller is recognized for her transformative work in juvenile justice and is expected to bring her expertise to improve the state's child welfare system. The outgoing director, Marc Smith, faced criticism for issues such as children sleeping in DCFS offices due to a lack of placement options. Mueller's appointment is part of the state's ongoing efforts to strengthen support for vulnerable children and families.

via WGN TV Chicago|

##dcfs #governorpritzker

crime-and-legal2 years ago•4 min saved

"13-Year-Old Derek Rosa Faces Court Following Confession to Mother's Murder in Hialeah"

Derek Rosa, a 13-year-old Florida honors student, appeared in court after confessing to stabbing his mother, Irina Garcia, over 40 times. Supporters, including his grandmother and father, attended the hearing, advocating for him to be treated as a child, not an adult. Rosa is being tried as an adult and has pleaded not guilty. The defense is seeking to move him to a juvenile detention center, while a Change.org petition argues for his innocence. Disturbing evidence, including a recording of Rosa's confession and babycam footage, was presented, and the judge ordered Rosa to be held in an adult jail until his trial scheduled for February 26.

via Daily Mail|

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