District attorney diverting youth from the juvenile justice system into arts classes

The center will divert people with mental illnesses away from incarceration and into treatment. It’s expected to open by the end of 2024.

New charges against Patrick Heron stem from alleged incidents between 2005 and 2017, according to the DA’s Office.

City prosecutors say the arrest is a sign of improving cooperation between the LGBTQ+ community and law enforcement.