Life Inside
April 29
I was born in D.C. to South Indian parents. But it wasn’t until I had to negotiate the criminal justice system that I fully realized what many Americans of color have to deal with.
Death Sentences
February 4
Raymond Riles has been on death row longer than anyone in America. He’s one of many who have languished there for decades with severe mental illnesses.
Death Sentences
January 8
Mental illness, childhood abuse and brain injuries affect a large share of those who face the death penalty.
Coronavirus
May 15, 2020
While their mental health deteriorates, some are stuck in jail as hospitals are decreasing admissions to prevent the spread of infections.
Life Inside
February 13, 2020
“We took off his wrist restraints and gave him pen and paper. He drew up a storm.”
Case in Point
April 17, 2019
A South Dakota case reflects the national debate on whether execution should be banned for the mentally ill.
News
November 12, 2018
Pairing old-school defense with attention to real-life problems gets people out of jail.
Feature
September 3, 2018
Andrew Goldstein's crime set in motion a dramatic shift in how we care for the violent mentally ill. Including for himself—when he's released this month.
News
June 7, 2018
As Andre Thomas faces execution for three gory murders, a court questions jury bias and his competency.
Commentary
February 22, 2018
A Responsible Gun Owner Despite My Mental Illness
No, it’s not mental illness. It’s guns.