Judge denies legislators access to child protection files

Members of the Legislature's Government Oversight Committee do not have the right to see confidential files regarding four children who were killed last year, the ruling says.

Lawmakers set aggressive timeline for latest review of child protective services

The Legislature's Government Oversight Committee directed its investigative arm to closely examine oversight and safety in the wake of another round of high-profile deaths of children.

Lawmaker cites ‘appalling’ death of 3-year-old in call for probe of Maine’s child welfare system

The Legislature's Government Oversight Committee will meet Wednesday with state officials in child protective services.

Paul LePage says child deaths a result of out-of-date DHHS system

Maine lawmakers plan to pursue impeachment in wake of report on Paul LePage

Paul LePage accuses Roger Katz of conducting witch hunt

Legislative committee wants LePage education officials to testify

Legislative panel delays decision on expanding LePage investigation

Secretary of state vows fixes for records retention program

Maine legislative oversight panel OKs rail authority audit