Mississippi
Independent reporting on CPS, foster care, adoption and family court — the cases the system would rather keep quiet.
Mississippi CPS Reform Has a Court Problem
Mississippi seeks to end CPS oversight, but courts still override kinship placement, family preservation, and child welfare policy.
Jones County, Mississippi Youth Court Under Fire After Judge Denies Kinship Placement Despite State Recommendations
Jones County Mississippi Youth Court case raises concerns after judge denied kinship placement despite MDCPS recommendations and federal relative-placement law.
Scott County, Mississippi CPS Under Fire After Three Children Removed Amid Missed Hearings, Ignored Drug Tests, and Safety Concerns
Scott County Mississippi CPS case raises concerns over missed hearings, ignored drug tests, restricted visitation, and child safety failures.
Smith County CPS Under Fire: Mississippi Officials Accused of Constitutional Violations, Illegal Child Removal, and Due Process Failures
Investigation into Smith County CPS reveals due process concerns, delayed hearings, and child welfare issues involving Mississippi officials.
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