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Norman residents call on city council for more mental health resources

Norman residents call on city council for more mental health resources

Residents of Norman have asked the city council for more mental health resources. Many knew Shannon Hanchett, owner of a local cookie business, personally. Hanchett died in the Cleveland County Jail last month. Hanchett’s friends have made it clear they want more done for mental health in the city. The police department said it is …

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Norman leaders will meet to discuss the city's mental health response

Norman leaders will meet to discuss the city’s mental health response

On Tuesday, Normandy city leaders will have a meeting specifically to address the city’s mental health response. Last month, two women died at the Cleveland County Jail, both of whom died less than two weeks apart. On Tuesday, members of Justice for Shannon will urge Norman City Council to create a mobile response program, hoping …

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Mental health advocate, cookie shop owner found dead in Cleveland County Jail

Mental health advocate, cookie shop owner found dead in Cleveland County Jail

A mental health advocate and owner of a local cookie shop was found dead in his cell at the Cleveland County Jail. KOCO 5 spoke to friends who said his shocking death didn’t add up. A memorial has been raised for a well known business owner who was affectionately known as the ‘Cookie Queen’ who …

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