The Knoxville Police Department is trying a second time to secure grant funding to expand its co-response program.
Council Expands Co-Response Program
The McNabb Center will use increased funding to boost pay for social workers, enabling KPD to deploy six teams to respond to mental health crises.
Paying It Back
Knox County begins to distribute millions of dollars in settlements from companies that helped fuel the opioid crisis.
Support System
As students struggle with mental health, Knox County Schools expands its contract with McNabb to provide counselors in all middle and high schools.
Room for Recovery
A new Knox County high school program will provide a combination of treatment and academics for students struggling with drugs and alcohol.
A Team Approach
KPD and the McNabb Center claim initial success for a pilot program combining law enforcement and social services on the streets.