Howard Fischer, Capitol Media Services//September 29, 2023//

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Howard Fischer, Capitol Media Services//September 29, 2023//

A new report says the state Department of Child Safety has a “culture of not wanting to take punitive enforcement action against its foster homes and group homes.” Auditor General...

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