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New Suicide Hotline Addresses Mental Health Needs at Harris County Jail

Elizabeth Trovall

Posted on October 10, 2018 · During the first week the hotline was in operation, inmates at the jail made 169 calls.

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Itasca ISD superintendent arrested in underage sex sting in Houston

Posted on June 2, 2023 · Authorities say 47-year-old Michael Stephens, superintendent of Itasca ISD, wanted to come to Houston and engage in sexual acts with someone who he thought was a 15-year-old girl.

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Houston and Harris County to host fourth gun buyback event

Posted on May 30, 2023 · Officials said 2,800 unwanted firearms have been collected so far from the first three events.

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Texas’ juvenile justice system provides an ‘unsafe environment’ for detained children, report says

Posted on May 30, 2023 · The report found that despite most children having "clear mental health needs," the Texas Juvenile Justice Department lacks enough resources and staff to "provide proper treatment" for children who are in custody.

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Authorities investigating after Waller County constable’s deputy found dead inside vehicle

Posted on May 26, 2023 · The deputy was found Thursday night in the 12400 block of West Little York Road, according to the Harris County Sheriff's Office.

Tags harris county sheriff's office investigation Waller County Constable Herschel Smith Waller County Precinct 3 Constable West Little York Road

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