RAMSEY COUNTY JAIL

Ramsey County is changing how it handles youth crime. Instead of sending most teens straight to court, the county’s attorney and public defender offices joined forces with community groups and police in 2021. They launched the (Re)Imagining Justice for Youth program, which looks at each case a

Jails and prisons have a big impact on mental health in Black communities. This is not just about the people inside. It also affects those outside. When someone goes to jail, it can lead to more mental health emergencies. This is a big deal. Why does this happen? One reason is the stress of having