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The Trump administration is slashing nearly $2 billion in federal funding for more than 2,000 programs that provide addiction prevention, treatment, recovery and mental health services, with SAMHSA notices effective immediately as the agency shifts priorities toward innovative interventions to combat rising mental illness, overdose, and suicide.
The Trump administration abruptly canceled up to $1.9 billion in SAMHSA discretionary funding for substance-use and mental-health services, affecting about 2,800 grantees (roughly 26% of SAMHSA's budget) and forcing immediate program cuts that could imperil overdose prevention, school-based mental health supports, and recovery programs; a small subset of grants remains funded, and critics warn of real-time harm and potential court challenges.
Victoria Kafka Jones, daughter of actor Tommy Lee Jones, was found dead in a San Francisco hotel, with witnesses suggesting she had been using cocaine prior to her death. The investigation is ongoing, with toxicology results pending, but initial reports point to a possible overdose. Victoria had a history of substance abuse and legal issues related to drug use. The family requests privacy as they mourn.
Victoria Jones, daughter of Tommy Lee Jones, was found dead in a San Francisco hotel from an apparent drug overdose, with concerns about her substance abuse history and troubled relationship with her parents prior to her death.
Former child star Tylor Chase was placed on a 72-hour involuntary hold for a health crisis but was reportedly released and seen back on the streets of California, raising concerns about his well-being amid ongoing struggles with addiction and mental health issues.
HGTV star David Bromstad opened up about his struggles with substance abuse following storm damage to his Florida home, which led him to seek treatment and focus on his recovery, sharing insights into his emotional journey and healing process.
Tylor Chase, a former Nickelodeon star, has been struggling with homelessness and mental health issues for over a decade, with his family stating he refuses help despite ongoing efforts and treatment attempts for conditions like schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.
Bam Margera has agreed to pay $2,500 monthly in child support to his estranged wife Nikki Boyd for their son Phoenix, starting January 1. The couple's separation has been contentious, with disputes over the legitimacy of their marriage and Bam's past substance issues. Bam claims sobriety and credits his new wife for his change. Nikki initially sought $15,000 per month but settled for a lower amount.
Keystone Retreat Behavioral Health Center has reopened in Ephrata, transforming the former Retreat facility into a treatment center for substance abuse and co-occurring disorders, offering phased renovations, a 39-bed initial capacity, and plans to expand to 120 beds, with a focus on compassionate, individualized care.
Hayley McNeff, a champion bodybuilder and fitness influencer, died unexpectedly at 37 from acute intoxication involving a mix of drugs, highlighting the hidden struggles behind her success and the importance of mental health awareness in the fitness community.
Pop singer Sia accused her estranged husband of being investigated for child pornography and cited concerns over his fitness as a parent amid their ongoing custody dispute, while she maintains her sobriety and disputes his allegations.
Dozens of employees at SAMHSA, responsible for mental health and addiction initiatives including the 988 suicide prevention hotline, were laid off amid a government shutdown, affecting about 10% of its staff and impacting vital services.
The article recounts the tragic story of Sarah, a young woman who died from a fentanyl-laced pill, highlighting the profound grief and challenges faced by her family, especially her mother Tricia, in coping with her overdose death and explaining it to her younger siblings, while emphasizing the dangers of synthetic opioids and the importance of honest communication and support resources for those affected by overdose loss.
Psychiatrists and mental health organizations are calling for the removal of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as U.S. Health Secretary, criticizing his leadership for increasing stigma, reducing access to mental health and addiction services, and misrepresenting data on psychiatric medications, amid concerns over cuts to mental health funding and agencies.
Sean Combs requests a 14-month prison sentence, citing serious substance abuse issues and a difficult childhood, after being convicted of transportation to engage in prostitution under the Mann Act. His lawyers argue for leniency based on his life struggles, while the judge has wide discretion in sentencing. Combs has served a year in custody and is seeking a reduced sentence, with prosecutors recommending a longer term.