Maryland Department of Juvenile Services

The Senate Judicial Proceedings Committee heard two juvenile justice reform bills that would ensure less youth are exposed to the adult criminal justice system.

A recent report found rat feces, drugs and poor medical care.

The Maryland Public Defender’s Office and state’s attorneys are at odds over new juvenile justice recommendations

Unmarked graves near an old detention center from the 19th century are a window into a dark chapter of Maryland history. Lawmakers hope to memorialize the grave sites, and lead a conversation about juvenile justice today.

After two and a half years as head of Maryland DJS, Vincent Schiraldi left — he talks about why, and what's next.

Conflicting accounts emerge over what led to juvenile services secretary's departure.

Maryland Governor Wes Moore joins Midday to discuss new leadership at the state Department of Juvenile Services.

Some youth in Maryland spend more than a year in adult jails before seeing their day in court. Without a fix, the state may lose hundreds of thousands of dollars in federal funding every year.

Despite an increase in the number of youth supervised by the Maryland Department of Juvenile Services, a smaller number were involved in shootings, as either victims or suspects.

Maryland Department of Juvenile Service's Thrive Academy helps at-risk youth get back on track. We find out how.