Sunset of Counselor Corps Leads to Budget Cuts, Staff Reductions
Funding for the state’s successful Counselor Corps program is running out, leading some school districts to reduce or eliminate mental health services for students.
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Dozens of Counties Don’t Apply for Mental Health and Diversion Grants
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AG Opinion Opens Funding for Eviction Prevention
Oklahoma Attorney General Getner Drummond on July 12 issued an opinion stating that municipal funds can constitutionally be allocated to nonprofit organizations for eviction prevention services, such as access to free legal representation in court.
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State Seeks Dismissal of Lawsuit Alleging Inhumane Conditions at Hinton Prison
The seven prisoners suing the state did not exhaust the Department of Corrections’ grievance process, a prerequisite for incarcerated people to file a federal lawsuit.
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Experts Disagree on Cause of Oklahoma’s Rising Rents
Oklahoma is growing in population and rent prices. Experts disagree…
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Cities Addressing Emergencies with More Mental Health Professionals
The state of Oklahoma, Oklahoma City and the Oklahoma City…
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