A 12-year-old girl’s shocking ordeal has sparked a lawsuit against Montana’s Child Protective Services. Her attorney claims it took the agency months to contact law enforcement, raising concerns about systemic failures and bureaucratic neglect.

West Virginia has seen what Gov. Patrick Morrisey calls “measurable progress” in its child welfare system. While pointing to better outcomes for children, families, and service providers, he also acknowledges the persistent challenges that must be confronted within Child Protective Services.