Forsyth County organizations, law enforcement launch youth violence prevention pilot program
The program is called STARS, which stands for Students Taking Action & Reaching Success.
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In Florida, teens caught with guns get a second chance to turn their lives around
An innovative program in Tampa aims to stop community violence by focusing on teens arrested for carrying guns. It offers support and mentors so they can get a new start outside of the jail system.
Youths say boredom and basic needs landed them at Maryland detention centers
Incarcerated teens tell NPR how they landed at detention centers in Maryland.
Local YWCA Teen Court works to keep juveniles out of the justice system
The Winston-Salem YWCA's Teen Court takes place in a real courtroom — the Forsyth County Hall of Justice.
Forsyth County School Justice Partnership aims to reduce juvenile court involvement
An initiative known as the Forsyth County School Justice Partnership is working to prevent students from entering the juvenile justice system.
Minnesota Commutes Life Sentence Of Man Convicted As Teen Of Shooting 11-Year-Old
Myon Burrell's release at age 34 comes after reports uncovered major flaws in the police investigation that led to his life sentence at 17.
'Raise The Age' Among New NC Laws Now In Effect
Significant changes to North Carolina's justice system for young offenders and sex-related offenses begin this weekend.
Juvenile Justice Groups Say Felony Murder Charges Harm Children, Young Adults
In most states, a person who commits a property crime can face a felony murder charge if it results in someone being killed, even unintentionally. Juvenile justice advocates say the law is unfair.
At This Camp, Children Of Opioid Addicts Learn To Cope And Laugh
Camp Mariposa in Dayton, Ohio, is designed just for them. The program lets these children share their experiences, learn coping strategies and, most importantly, get to be kids.