The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services is now under scrutiny for its lack of proper reporting on child abuse ...

The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services is now under scrutiny for its lack of proper reporting on child abuse ...

The reports are required by the state, providing the framework for the system of investigating abuse and neglect of children.

Lawmakers filed a bill in the Illinois State Capitol that would strengthen efforts to combat human trafficking in the state.

Illinois lawmakers push to ensure foster children move placements with luggage, not trash bags, but a key bill stalls.

The state agency responsible for keeping Illinois' most vulnerable children safe has failed to produce legally required ...

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) hosts a free job seminar Thursday. Leaders with the department explained the application process and shared ...

Both offices have discussed deputies assisting “on a part-time basis.” “Illinois DCFS appreciates the support that the Sangamon County Sheriff’s Office has provided to the agency in the ...

SPRINGFIELD, Ill (WICS) — A contract meant to protect DCFS workers in Sangamon County is ending. The Sangamon County Sheriff's Office and state agency entered an agreement to allow two full time ...

Under Illinois ... form ends with: “This notice is for your information and pursuit only. No response to this office is required.” Tierney Stutz, executive deputy director at DCFS, said ...

Applications are available at any DCFS regional office and on the DCFS website: www2.illinois.gov/dcfs (Form CFS 438 under DCFS Features on the homepage). Students or caregivers may call the DCFS ...