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March 7, 2026

A team of former Lakeshore Hospital employees, and an outside investor, are converting the hospital into a $42 million inpatient center for people experiencing mental health challenges or substance use disorders.

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February 5, 2025

As Gov. Kathy Hochul tries to expand New York’s ability to involuntarily commit the mentally ill, some lawmakers are saying not-so-fast.

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January 10, 2025

Governor Kathy Hochul announced on Wednesday up to $2 million in funding to expand mental health efforts among military veterans and uniformed personnel.

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January 5, 2025

Federal agent carries a firearm on the job but is blocked from buying any guns

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January 3, 2025

Governor proposing change to involuntary commitment for those with severe mental illness

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December 17, 2024

New communication tool to help law enforcement in Erie County respond to crisis calls

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December 14, 2024

New York state launches ‘Be Well’ campaign aimed at mental health awareness

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December 10, 2024

Governor Kathy Hochul signed a new law on Monday that she says will support workers facing post-traumatic stress.

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November 21, 2024

Recent budgets dedicated $1 billion to overhaul the state’s mental health system over the next several years. Recent budgets dedicated $1 billion to overhaul the state’s mental health system.

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November 21, 2024

Recent budgets dedicated $1 billion to overhaul the state’s mental health system over the next several years. Recent budgets dedicated $1 billion to overhaul the state’s mental health system.

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