Children failed by the system

The Star Tribune identified 56 children since 2005 who died from maltreatment in Minnesota, even though they or their caregivers were previously known to child protection. The names were obtained through state and county child welfare records, court documents and medical examiner reports.

about the writers

about the writers

Jamie Hutt

Digital design director

Jamie Hutt is the digital design director, overseeing news design for Star Tribune's digital products. Hutt was a member of the team that developed Star Tribune’s first online service in 1994.

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Billy Steve Clayton

Page designer, graphic artist

Billy Steve Clayton has been a graphic artist at the Star Tribune since 1984. He currently works as a web designer in the Digital Design department. HIs work experiences also include print design, infographics, illustration, 3D graphics and animation.

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Brandon Stahl

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