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IN FOCUS: The mental health problem in Texas jails

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In jail instead of a hospital: the struggle to get mental health treatment in Texas

In jail instead of a hospital: the struggle to get mental health treatment in Texas

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Mental health needs in jails is problem East Texas leaders are trying to solve

Mental health needs in jails is problem East Texas leaders are trying to solve

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KXAN Investigates – E46: Texas jails and a backlogged mental competency system (Feb. 7, 2026)

KXAN Investigates – E46: Texas jails and a backlogged mental competency system (Feb. 7, 2026)

On a “From the Vault” edition of “Inside the Investigation,” KXAN Director of Investigations & Innovation Josh Hinkle and Senior ...

'Number One Issue' for Texas jails: Supporting those with mental illness

'Number One Issue' for Texas jails: Supporting those with mental illness

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New Jail Screening and Mental Health Procedures - Segment 1

New Jail Screening and Mental Health Procedures - Segment 1

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Texas cannot continue using jails as WAREHOUSES for people with mental illnesses!

Texas cannot continue using jails as WAREHOUSES for people with mental illnesses!

Read more details and related context about Texas cannot continue using jails as WAREHOUSES for people with mental illnesses!.

Understanding the Mental Health Concerns of Correctional Officers

Understanding the Mental Health Concerns of Correctional Officers

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New plan to keep mentally ill out of county jail expected to save money, make Austin safer

New plan to keep mentally ill out of county jail expected to save money, make Austin safer

Read more details and related context about New plan to keep mentally ill out of county jail expected to save money, make Austin safer.

Mother of mental health inmate reacts to jail-base competency restoration program

Mother of mental health inmate reacts to jail-base competency restoration program

Last week the Hays County Commissioners court approved a new program getting