ABC13 speaks one-on-one with Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo about mental health leave

ABC13 speaks one-on-one with Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo about mental health leave

HARRIS COUNTY, Texas (KTRK) — Harris County Judge-Executive Lina Hidalgo is back at work after a two-month leave to seek treatment for her mental health. On Tuesday, she spoke with ABC13 about her decision and what she has to say to those who question her ability to hold her position. Hidalgo said her mental health …

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Judge rules against Washington DSHS in mental health treatment lawsuit

Judge rules against Washington DSHS in mental health treatment lawsuit

The lawsuit filed by 28 counties holds the state accountable for meeting its obligation to evaluate and treat patients with behavioral health conditions. PIERCE COUNTY, Washington. A Pierce County judge has ruled in favor of a lawsuit against the state Department of Health and Human Services, ordering it to immediately evaluate patients with behavioral health …

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