mental illness Archives - San Antonio Report

San Antonio officials look to swap jail time for treatment

by Diego Medel January 22, 2026January 23, 2026

A CCR from Councilmember Teri Castillo advanced Tuesday as officials expressed support for a centralized diversion and recovery system.

A San Antonio Police officer aims his weapon in the direction of Melissa Perez as captured by another officer's body camera.

San Antonio’s emergency responders could use a rebrand

by Robert Rivard August 27, 2023August 26, 2023

Community support key to recovery and healing from mental illness

by Doug Beach August 25, 2022August 25, 2022

Mental health emergencies require ‘care response,’ not police

by Ashwin Vasan June 4, 2021June 4, 2021

Councilman Manny Pelaez’s Town Hall Takes On Causes of Gun Violence

by Edmond Ortiz August 14, 2019August 14, 2019

Josie Méndez-Negrete and her new book "A Life on Hold: Living with Schizophrenia." Photos courtesy of Josie Méndez-Negrete.

Book Review: A Life on Hold: Living with Schizophrenia by Josie Méndez-Negrete

by Melinda Zepeda August 17, 2016August 16, 2016

San Antonio Police Department Chief of Police William McManus speaks with Councilwoman Rebecca Viagran (D3). Photo by Scott Ball.

Gov & Politics, Lifestyle

Police Chief Reports on Crisis Training and Other Reforms

by Lea Thompson January 20, 2016October 7, 2016

Gov & Politics, Health, Lifestyle

World Mental Health Day: Mental Illness Deserves Compassion

by Joan Vinson October 10, 2015October 7, 2016