The case of a teenager allegedly killing his toddler relative in foster care has put a spotlight on Santa Clara County's child welfare system. 

The case of a teenager allegedly killing his toddler relative in foster care has put a spotlight on Santa Clara County's child welfare system.&nbsp;

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Santa Clara County Child Welfare System Under Scrutiny After Toddler's Death

KQED newscast for Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 11:00 AM

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Muir Woods is one of the most visited national parks sites in the country, and did you know that you can go at NIGHT?

Muir Woods is one of the most visited national parks sites in the country, and did you know that you can go at NIGHT?

Muir Woods Comes Alive at Night on This Tour

The policy-making body that oversees California's court system plans to vote on a proposal this Friday that would require courts to collect data on civil arrests inside the state's courthouses. 

The policy-making body that oversees California's court system plans to vote on a proposal this Friday that would require courts to collect data on civil arrests inside the state's courthouses.&nbsp;

Santa Clara County Child Welfare System Under Scrutiny After Toddler's Death

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