A notable case from near Houston is being reflected on 25 years later. Andrea Yates was involved in a tragic incident where she drowned her children. The case led to Yates initially being convicted of capital murder, but she later appealed.

Her appeal resulted in a different outcome, with Yates being found not guilty by reason of insanity. Further details about the case and its impact are available from Houston Public Media. The case is known to have brought awareness to certain maternal mental illnesses, including postpartum depression and postpartum psychosis.