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Michigan Advance
Commentary: What juvenile defense means for Michigan
July 2026
MLive
Wayne County touts juvenile detention reforms as new lawsuit renews scrutiny
July 2026
ABC12
'What Do Black Boys Need?' conversation at Gloria Coles Flint Public Library
July 2026
Mid-Michigan NOW
Gloria Coles Flint Public Library to host youth symposium event
July 2026
The Detroit News
Teen takeovers are a sign we need more spaces for young people | Opinion
June 2026
Michigan Public Radio
Michigan nonprofit awarded $1M to reduce youth incarceration
June 2026
WLNS
Michigan Center for Youth Justice awarded $1M ‘Igniting Futures’ grant
May 2026
Public News Service
Study finds emotional support lowers incarceration risk for foster youth
April 2026
Michigan Advance
Michigan lawmakers weigh ‘Kids Over Clicks’ bills as grieving mom urges action on social media harms
March 2026
Public News Service
New push in Michigan for stronger online protections for kids
February 2026
Public News Service
Report: MI special-ed funding gaps linked to 'school-to-justice pipeline'
January 2026
Public News Service
Justice-involved youths, homeless dogs heal together in MI program
December 2025
Public News Service
MI program gives court-involved youth a second chance
October 2025
The Detroit News
Michigan's juvenile incarceration costs soar as population, facilities plummet
October 2025
The Detroit News
Lucido: Justice means every indigent child gets a qualified lawyer
September 2025
Spartan Newsroom
New screening raises worry over bump in youth detention rates, experts say
April 2025
Audio & Video
WEMU
July 2026
The Delta Project
Episode 15: Jason Smith on 'Raise the Age' and Redefining Juvenile Justice in Michigan
November 2024
MIRS Monday Podcast
Policy Director Jen Peacock explains how local governments will
prepare for multiple changes to the juvenile justice system in 2024
January 2024
WXYZ Detroit
Spotlight on the News: Jason Smith on youth justice reform
September 2023
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