Alicia Guevara Warren

They’re too young to vote, but in Michigan, 17-year-olds are considered adults in criminal court. Only four states do that.

A new report from the Michigan League for Public Policy shows more kids living in poverty, and at risk for neglect and toxic stress.

The annual roundup of statistics surrounding children and families show poverty is increasing, parents are more stressed and abuse is up. But there are some bright spots

Years after a bruising recession ended, even more of the state’s children are living in poverty than when it was at its peak. What’s the policy solution? Help their parents, for starters.