A San Antonio doctor who spends her days helping fragile newborns survive is sharing her family’s story of loss in hopes of saving lives and encouraging more open conversations about mental health.
The federal government’s own watchdog is raising serious concerns about the mental health unit at San Antonio’s Audie L. Murphy Memorial Veterans’ Hospital, finding safety hazards that went unresolved for years, privacy violations and widespread failures in patient care documentation.
Families who spoke with KSAT Investigates said they experienced that gap firsthand, describing repeated attempts to get specialized help for loved ones in crisis.
For many families, getting a child mental healthcare can mean facing high costs, long waitlists or work schedules that make appointments hard to keep. The Boys and Girls Clubs in San Antonio is creating another option.
A newly released Child Protective Services fatality report offers new details about concerns involving Marlene Vidal’s mental health and stability in the year before she was charged with killing her two children and setting a car on fire with them inside.
The San Antonio Police Department is expanding the services available to officers through its Wellness Unit, bringing in outside experts to help address the physical and mental demands of the job.
Rebecca Harris' son is accused of murdering her mother in their Shavano Park home in May. Investigators say he was in the middle of a mental health crisis at the time.
A federal judge recently ruled that Texas must give defendants who are mentally incompetent to stand trial a state hospital bed within 21 days.
Neighbors say they had called police to a West Side neighborhood multiple times in the weeks before a man was fatally shot by five San Antonio police officers.
Communities in the Texas Hill Country have faced two major floods in just over a year, compounding emotional distress and making recovery difficult.
Geraldo Lunas Campos repeatedly raised concerns about his mental health before he died at Camp East Montana in West Texas. Records indicate the facility's staff failed to respond adequately.
Former Houston City Council member Letitia Plummer defeated longtime local politician Annise Parker to win the Democratic nomination for Harris County judge in what political experts say might be a sign of the changing of the guard.
A man accused of killing his grandmother inside their home in Shavano Park had a long history of run-ins with police and Bexar County Sheriff’s deputies.
The Positive Parenting Program, also called Triple P, helps families with many different types of parenting resources to prevent child welfare issues.
In Texas, storms don’t always end when the clouds clear. For some families, the next round of thunder, a chance of hail, or even a new flood watch can bring the fear from past events right back to the surface.
As Mother’s Day approaches, remember to ask the important women in your life how they are doing mentally and emotionally.
Ricky Armstrong had been interim director of the Texas Commission on Jail Standards, which monitors county lockups that mainly hold people awaiting trial, since February.
San Antonio teenagers share their stories of what it's like to be homeless or in transition and the sacrifices they're making to have some control over their lives.
As of Thursday morning, Laurel Ridge officially was cut off from Medicare and Medicaid benefits. Patients using those forms of coverage will now have to seek treatment elsewhere.
Laurel Ridge Treatment Center announced that 648 employees would be laid off, effective June 26. Some are worried about the impact it will have on the availability of mental health treatment in San Antonio.
A San Antonio behavioral healthcare and addiction treatment center will soon be unable to treat patients covered by Medicaid or Medicare after federal health officials ended its agreement.
The U.S. Supreme Court recently ruled conversion therapy is free speech. Some LGBTQ+ advocates say the ruling applies to gender-affirming therapy, too, while others say the courts won’t protect them.
A San Antonio advocate is raising questions about current access to care for veterans, one day after KSAT reported President Donald Trump’s proposed 2027 federal budget includes $30 million to buy land for a new veteran medical center in the city.
In the aftermath of a deadly school shooting in Comal County, mental health professionals at the Ecumenical Center are urging families to focus on communication, awareness and emotional support.
The Teen Mental Health Survey is a huge way the City of San Antonio determines where to allocate money and services.
The San Antonio Fire Department just became the first fire department in the nation to be officially certified as a trauma-informed care agency.
Seven months after escaping the Target shooting, an Austin mother and daughter navigate trauma, fear and unexpected growth.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton issued an opinion that says that a 2023 law that bans gender-transitioning medical care to minors also applies to mental health care.
The VA's veteran suicide report, recently released, compiles 2023 data and shows 6,398 suicides nationwide, including 581 in Texas.
A San Antonio veteran is asking the Bexar County Commissioners Court to approve funding for a countywide veteran mental health outreach service center.
For the first time, San Antonio schools are adopting groups of students called Hope Squads, trained to help their peers struggling with mental health.
The groups that operate Texas’ 988 system face a convergence of challenges this year, from expiring federal money to heavier workloads since the Trump administration eliminated the special option for LGBTQ youth.
The city, Southwest Texas Regional Advisory Council, and the Center for Health Care Services are exploring a pilot program to help triage the mental health calls that come through the 911 system, possibly handling “low-acuity” calls over the phone, without having to dispatch emergency response.
A San Antonio firefighter is now the center of a pilot program that allows him to help his fellow brothers and sisters dealing with substance misuse.
San Antonio is helping advance a plan for a diversion center that could allow people with mental illness or disabilities to avoid going to jail for low-level misdemeanors and get treatment instead.
Federal funding for mental health and addiction services will continue after a sudden reversal by the Trump administration — ending a brief but alarming period of uncertainty for nonprofits across the country, including in San Antonio.
Families and experts tell KSAT, the biggest core issue when it comes to kids mental health is that there are not enough mental health workers. That's especially true in psychiatric hospitals.
Contracts for four Bexar County public school districts to connect students with licensed mental health counselors are set to expire at the end of 2026.
Senate Bill 12 mandates parents “opt in” prior to any health care they receive at school, including mental health. Many parents don't know that and haven't opted in.
Region 20 Education Services Center just secured $647,156 so school mental health professionals, like counselors or social workers, can upgrade their degrees and become licensed school psychologists.
Experts are glad to see more people reaching out for mental health following the death of 19-year-old Camila Mendoza Olmos, but it’s highlighting an issue in access to services.
Calls to a local NAMI mental health helpline have spiked over the last few days, following 19-year-old Camila Mendoza Olmos’ death by suicide.
After the death of a local teenager, families across the community want to prepare for how they could help their own loved ones in a mental health crisis.
A U.S. Army veteran says wilderness therapy helped him find stability after struggling to adjust to civilian life.
Several school districts in the San Antonio and surrounding areas are set to receive hundreds of thousands of dollars worth of federal funding to enhance mental health services, according to a news release.
After the second suicide in the last eight months happened last week outside the Audie L. Murphy Memorial Veterans’ Hospital, veteran advocates said addressing the topic head-on is necessary.
Another call for change came outside Audie L. Murphy Memorial Veterans’ Hospital on Monday, as dozens demanded accountability and better accessibility to mental health services.
A man who died by suicide in the parking lot of the Audie L. Murphy Memorial Veterans’ Hospital this week was confirmed to be a U.S. Marine Corps veteran, a military spokesperson said.
San Antonio police said a man died by suicide in the parking lot of the Audie L. Murphy Memorial Veterans’ Hospital on Thursday afternoon.
An art auction of work from the Warriors Heart Gallery — including paintings, sculptures, woodwork and audio — runs through Saturday, Nov. 8, at Grunt Style at 900 Broadway.
A state investigation recently found a list of violations at Laurel Ridge Treatment Center, which it said put patients in immediate danger. The center says, since then, it has taken corrective action.
It’s difficult for children to be in good mental health if they’re hungry. That’s a reality Bexar County leaders discussed on Monday as they gathered for the second annual Bexar County Area School Safety and Mental Health Summit.
Teen suicide numbers are on the rise. Grieving parents are sharing their story in hopes of educating other families on what signs to look for in their own kids.
Military City USA is more than just a proud nickname. San Antonio has deep roots in the country’s Armed Forces. But behind that pride is an alarming statistic.
It’s a reality many parents and families are dealing with: How do you talk to your child as violent videos of Charlie Kirk getting shot are being shared on social media?
A new Texas law requires the state to review suicide prevention and peer support programs in fire departments across the state, aiming to improve mental health support for firefighters.
The Sotomayor Wildcats and Clark Cougars might be tackling the grass for the KSAT Pigskin Classic, but students at Clark High School are tackling the garden.
The San Antonio Police Department has identified the three officers who shot at and killed a man during an apparent mental health call late Saturday night.
Hundreds of children and teenagers gathered at the Tobin Center for the Performing Arts Saturday for the Pathways to Hope conference, an event focused on destigmatizing mental health.
As school starts, children and teenagers return to a fun yet challenging social environment. But when it comes to topics such as mental health, bullying and online safety, they don’t always open up to adults.
Students say social media platforms help them stay connected and inspired. However, mental health professionals say there are also serious risks that need to be addressed.
Uvalde marked the grand opening of a $16 million Community Health Development, Inc. (CHDI) Multi-Purpose Community Health Center on Monday.
First responders have been working daily since the deadly Fourth of July floods swept through parts of the Hill Country, organizing search and rescue efforts while helping affected neighbors and the community.
Stress most commonly affects people’s bodies during the 30 days following a crisis, regardless of whether they were in the disaster zone.
The KSAT Community will host a town hall discussion focused on the impact of social media on children.
How first responders are dealing with their mental health after ongoing recovery efforts from flooding in the Hill Country looks different for those involved.
The Children’s Bereavement Center of South Texas has launched healing circles to help families and young people cope with trauma following the Hill Country floods.
The Diversity Recovery Center is a brand-new space for people in addiction recovery, but it’s unique in one way: a singular focus on the LGBTQ+ community.
Teenagers at Losoya Middle School are better prepared on how to handle the stresses of cyberbullying, schoolwork and other mental health factors. The group just wrapped up the NAMI Greater San Antonio Teen Mental Health Wellness Champions Program.
The federal government’s Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, or SAMHSA, on Tuesday announced it is ending these specialized services for LGBTQ+ youth starting July 17.
The facility will bring mental health resources closer to the largely rural region that’s home to nearly 436,000 people.
People with serious mental illness (SMI) often admit their condition makes it difficult to maintain a job or relationships. Considering it’s not rare — 5% of U.S. adults suffer from SMI — how can they get help in South Texas?
The NAMI Mental Health Warm Line helps prevent crises before they occur by offering a listening ear, peer support and various resources for those experiencing mental health issues.
Antonio Santana launched the podcast "Frontline Strong," where he discussed mental health; the podcast ultimately led to the creation of a nonprofit to provide mental health services.
A bill that would require all Texas counties to keep track of veteran suicides passed through the state Legislature on Monday.
Mass school shootings, as well as planned school attacks, can trigger stress and fear for many who may work or attend school in South Central Texas.
Texas lawmakers are poised to make it easier to suspend disruptive students. But some teachers and school psychologists say discipline alone won’t meet the mental health needs at the root of their behavior.
When O’Connor High School senior Trinity Irwin sat down for an interview with KSAT, she decided to share something she hadn’t said aloud in a while.
During a recent Public Safety Committee meeting on Monday, San Antonio leaders highlighted their ongoing efforts to support mental health initiatives.
Hundreds of people participated in the Stride for Hope Walk and Run on Saturday afternoon to raise awareness for veteran suicide prevention.
Kaitlyn Chism has been dealing with her mental health journey for more than two decades, and she’s only 28 years old.
Students are concerned the legislation could silence supportive teachers, dismantle safe spaces, lead to overenforcement and prevent honest conversations about identity.
A self-described “medalhead” and local mother is using her favorite Fiesta tradition to honor her late son’s memory, raising money and awareness for mental health nonprofits in San Antonio.
A man was taken into custody after he allegedly pulled out an assault-style rifle and waved it at officers during a mental health call, according to the Cibolo Police Department.
Dozens of people marched up and down the southern fence line of the Audie L. Murphy Memorial Veterans Hospital Wednesday night, calling for remembrance and change.
A well-decorated Navy veteran died by suicide outside the Audie L. Murphy Memorial Veterans Hospital on April 7 in what his father believes was an outcry against the Department of Veterans Affairs and
A vigil and funeral service have been announced for a U.S. Navy veteran who died by suicide outside the Audie L. Murphy Memorial Veterans Hospital last week.
Four people tied to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office committed suicide recently, calling attention to ongoing mental health struggles among law enforcement.
A decorated U.S. Navy veteran died by suicide outside the Audie L. Murphy Memorial Veterans Hospital earlier this week.
LG Electronics USA partnered with the National Alliance of Mental Illness (NAMI) to award the NCAA Final Four host schools each $10,000 in support of on-campus mental health resources, according to a news release.
Another hearing happened on Tuesday for the three ex-SAPD officers charged with Melissa Perez’s death. But there wasn’t much movement in the case.
The stage is being set for a San Antonio research team to use MDMA, also known as ecstasy, in its study to help active-duty military members with post-traumatic stress disorder.
