Messenger: Why not use empty hospitals to solve Missouri’s mental health crisis?

A columnist suggests repurposing vacant hospital buildings to address Missouri's mental health crisis. The proposal highlights the need for immediate facility access.
“This building is just sitting here vacant, with busted windows. We need a facility like this open now."
READ NEXT
More on the wire
AI TLDR
A house fire occurred in north St. Louis on Sunday morning. Authorities are currently investigating the cause of the blaze.
AI TLDR
A respiratory therapist at Ranken-Jordan is using her experience as a foster parent to improve homecoming day for families. She has developed a new approach to support children in the foster system.
AI TLDR
A Memphis man was arrested for allegedly stealing over $20,000 worth of jewelry from a business in St. Peters earlier this month.