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Addressing crime suspects’ mental health in Texas county

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www.kxan.com – Brianna Hollis – 2024-03-18 19:25:46

SUMMARY: Craig Staley, owner of Royal Blue Grocery, has dealt with a man breaking into his store almost 10 times, costing him $20,000 in window repairs. The suspect has been repeatedly arrested but found incompetent to stand trial due to mental health issues. The Travis County justice system struggles to prosecute individuals deemed incompetent and unlikely to restore competence. There is a gap in mental health services, with limited resources and lengthy waitlists. The county is working on a diversion center for people with mental illness or drug addiction. Staley worries about the cycle continuing, as the suspect is not receiving the proper help.

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Dallas Stars Into Their 2nd West Final in a Row After Knocking Out Last Two Cup Champions

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Storm recovery in Houston: CenterPoint works to restore power to half a million customers as temps are expected to rise

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abc13.com – Lileana Pearson – 2024-05-18 10:01:54

SUMMARY: The Houston area continues to recover from severe storms that caused widespread power outages and damage. Nearly half a million customers in Harris County are still without electricity, with temperatures expected to reach the high 90s. CenterPoint Energy has restored power to almost 300,000 people but 520,000 are still affected. The company is focusing on restoring power to homes and businesses, with repairs underway before sunrise. Cooling centers are operating to help residents cope with the heat, with some communities expected to be without power through the weekend. The storm caused an estimated $5 billion in damage to the city.

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This Texas city is the 3rd worst for bed bug infestations in the U.S.

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www.kxan.com – Russell Falcon – 2024-05-18 10:00:00

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