Charlotte West

Charlotte West is a California-based freelance journalist who covers education, juvenile justice, housing policy, and politics. (Twitter: @szarlotka)

Pepper Spray Is Toxic, Experts Say. So Why Is It Being Used on Children?

California is one of only six states that allow staff in juvenile facilities to carry pepper spray. But LA’s coming ban is still facing pushback.

Charlotte West Sep 10, 2019

When Running Away From Home Means Getting Locked Up

Washington detains more children for status offenses such as truancy and running away than any other state in the country. State lawmakers want to change that.

Charlotte West Mar 19, 2019