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#housing
#drug-use
fromwww.housingwire.com
5 days ago

Georgia woman goes to war with her HOAand wins

When I came searching in this subdivision, I was advised that I could not afford this subdivision by the Realtor, who did not know about my financial background or anything.
Atlanta Braves
#journalism
#housing-crisis
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

There's no way I can pay': London residents despair of steep costs and forced use of poor door'

Despite affordable housing options, escalating service charges are making homes unaffordable for residents like Marco Scalvini in South London.
fromIndependent
6 days ago
London politics

'It's just incredible we have all these empty homes during a housing crisis,' says Achill man, but boycott is 'not the answer'

London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

There's no way I can pay': London residents despair of steep costs and forced use of poor door'

Despite affordable housing options, escalating service charges are making homes unaffordable for residents like Marco Scalvini in South London.
fromIndependent
6 days ago
London politics

'It's just incredible we have all these empty homes during a housing crisis,' says Achill man, but boycott is 'not the answer'

fromwww.mercurynews.com
6 days ago

Milpitas: Permanent Pickleball court location divides residents

We learned a lot, but I think now, getting the feedback and learning from the two years of pilot program, we still need to learn more how to meditate this issue.
Mission District
#london
London politics
fromianVisits
1 week ago

The London Buzz - 15th May 2025

London is facing significant challenges including debt crises, increased road deaths, and community concerns over local infrastructure.
London
fromianVisits
1 month ago

The London Buzz - 23rd April 2025

Residents criticize Sadiq Khan's Oxford Street pedestrianization plan, calling it senseless and a vanity project.
Rotherhithe politicians express anger over police station relocation affecting local safety.
Hackney to permanently close four primary schools due to declining student numbers.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Teen shot near Tube was 'lovely, beautiful boy'

Lathaniel Burrell, a 16-year-old shot in London, was a victim of violence misunderstood by stereotypes about youth and gangs.
London politics
fromianVisits
1 week ago

The London Buzz - 15th May 2025

London is facing significant challenges including debt crises, increased road deaths, and community concerns over local infrastructure.
London
fromianVisits
1 month ago

The London Buzz - 23rd April 2025

Residents criticize Sadiq Khan's Oxford Street pedestrianization plan, calling it senseless and a vanity project.
Rotherhithe politicians express anger over police station relocation affecting local safety.
Hackney to permanently close four primary schools due to declining student numbers.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Teen shot near Tube was 'lovely, beautiful boy'

Lathaniel Burrell, a 16-year-old shot in London, was a victim of violence misunderstood by stereotypes about youth and gangs.
NYC politics
fromNew York Daily News
2 years ago

N.Y. politicians demand fixes at NYCHA complex in Brooklyn where more than 100 units have water damage, mold

Decaying public housing in Williamsburg plagued by mold, water damage, vermin infestations, and lack of maintenance, leaving residents in uninhabitable conditions.
#local-governance
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
2 months ago

Brooklyn Council Member Tackles Affordability, Housing Issues in District Address

Council Member Crystal Hudson emphasized the urgent need to address issues such as affordable housing, youth violence, and public transportation during her address.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
2 months ago

Brooklyn Council Member Tackles Affordability, Housing Issues in District Address

Council Member Crystal Hudson emphasized the urgent need to address issues such as affordable housing, youth violence, and public transportation during her address.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Couple awarded damages after 170 footballs kicked into garden of 2m home

Homeowners Mohamed and Marie-Anne Bakhty successfully sued their county council after 170 footballs were kicked into their garden from a nearby school’s sports pitch.
UK news
#football
#homelessness
Portland food
fromKqed
2 months ago

'Nowhere to Go': Unhoused Residents Displaced as Oakland Seals Off Encampment | KQED

Gilberto Gonzales highlights the challenge of sustaining housing for the unhoused amid ongoing encampment clearances in Oakland.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

San Jose Considers Arresting Homeless People Who Refuse Housing

Rising frustration over homelessness in Silicon Valley is prompting local leaders to adopt more aggressive measures against encampments.
Mission District
fromMission Local
1 month ago

Day 37 of the 16th St. Plaza Crackdown: Side Streets Stay Busy

Increased police presence fails to address root causes of homelessness, with efforts merely relocating issues rather than providing solutions.
Portland food
fromKqed
2 months ago

'Nowhere to Go': Unhoused Residents Displaced as Oakland Seals Off Encampment | KQED

Gilberto Gonzales highlights the challenge of sustaining housing for the unhoused amid ongoing encampment clearances in Oakland.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

San Jose Considers Arresting Homeless People Who Refuse Housing

Rising frustration over homelessness in Silicon Valley is prompting local leaders to adopt more aggressive measures against encampments.
Mission District
fromMission Local
1 month ago

Day 37 of the 16th St. Plaza Crackdown: Side Streets Stay Busy

Increased police presence fails to address root causes of homelessness, with efforts merely relocating issues rather than providing solutions.
Black Lives Matter
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

Exclusive | Minneapolis still broken, divided and suffering 5 years after George Floyd death: 'Black Lives Matter was never here'

Five years post-George Floyd's death, tensions persist as locals express frustration over mishandling of assistance funds meant for the community.
#local-news
fromPortland Mercury
2 months ago
Portland food

Good Morning, News: TriMet Staff Call Safety Response Exploitive, OHSU on Proposed Baseball Chaos, and Walgreens Wasn't Owned by a Private Quity Firm Already?

fromPortland Mercury
2 months ago
Portland food

Good Morning, News: TriMet Staff Call Safety Response Exploitive, OHSU on Proposed Baseball Chaos, and Walgreens Wasn't Owned by a Private Quity Firm Already?

#public-safety
London
fromianVisits
2 months ago

The London Buzz - 19th March 2025

A 'out of control' Tesla injured seven pedestrians in London, raising safety concerns.
Traditional London black cabs may face extinction within 20 years due to changing transport trends.
Boston food
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

South Boston St. Patrick's Day parade will start earlier to help curb drunkenness, violence

St. Patrick's Day parade in South Boston will start earlier to reduce public drinking and violence after chaotic celebrations last year.
Toronto startup
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago

Toronto's 'bubble zone' bylaw to block protests outside certain spaces to be delayed indefinitely | CBC News

Toronto's 'bubble zones' plan to protect vulnerable institutions from protests has been indefinitely delayed for public consultations.
London
fromianVisits
2 months ago

The London Buzz - 19th March 2025

A 'out of control' Tesla injured seven pedestrians in London, raising safety concerns.
Traditional London black cabs may face extinction within 20 years due to changing transport trends.
Boston food
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

South Boston St. Patrick's Day parade will start earlier to help curb drunkenness, violence

St. Patrick's Day parade in South Boston will start earlier to reduce public drinking and violence after chaotic celebrations last year.
Toronto startup
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago

Toronto's 'bubble zone' bylaw to block protests outside certain spaces to be delayed indefinitely | CBC News

Toronto's 'bubble zones' plan to protect vulnerable institutions from protests has been indefinitely delayed for public consultations.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 weeks ago

Brooklyn Heights auto shop 'targeted' by serial 311 caller

Han stated, 'It was 20-40 a day, now it's 5-10 a day. Every time a delivery truck pulls up for five minutes, or someone pulls into my driveway to ask a question, boom, a complaint is immediately filed.'
NYC startup
fromSFGATE
2 weeks ago

Elderly Army Veteran Forced To Sell Her Home Over Unexplained $12K Water Bill

Janet Engler, an 81-year-old veteran, struggled with a $12,000 water bill, believing it was due to a meter fault; ultimately, she was forced to sell her home.
DC food
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

Jenny Maguire: Sniggering at the Drury Street drinkers disguises a more sinister trend in our cities

It increasingly feels like the spaces in our cities and communities are 'not for us' - and that's by design.
London politics
#san-francisco
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
2 weeks ago

Last Week, This Week: BART Breakdown, Cops Overtime, Hunter Pence to Lead Guinness Record Event

BART and United Airlines faced significant operational issues this week, while San Francisco activists fought against for-profit reentry center plans.
Local issues like drug use, police overtime, and community activism highlight the ongoing struggles in San Francisco.
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
2 weeks ago

Last Week, This Week: BART Breakdown, Cops Overtime, Hunter Pence to Lead Guinness Record Event

BART and United Airlines faced significant operational issues this week, while San Francisco activists fought against for-profit reentry center plans.
Local issues like drug use, police overtime, and community activism highlight the ongoing struggles in San Francisco.
#housing-development
#law-enforcement
fromsilive
3 weeks ago
NYC parents

Staten Island D.A. slams Kool-Aid Man challenge as 'stupid,' 'reprehensible' amid new report of damaged fence

fromsilive
3 weeks ago
NYC parents

Staten Island D.A. slams Kool-Aid Man challenge as 'stupid,' 'reprehensible' amid new report of damaged fence

fromNew York Post
4 weeks ago

My neighbor won't stop mowing my lawn - badly

Initially, we tried to be neighborly, adding a fence extension to reduce lights hitting her house and avoided being outside at night. But, the issue lies with our grass.
Parenting
fromPortland Mercury
1 month ago

TriMet Park & Poop

The sight of neat piles of dog poop lined up across the parking lot puzzles me; someone must be deliberately using this space for their daily dog outings.
Pets
NYC politics
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 month ago

Brooklyn Borough President Reynoso endorses Lander for mayor

Antonio Reynoso endorses Brad Lander for NYC mayor, highlighting his commitment to diverse community needs and Latino issues.
#local-government
London
fromianVisits
1 month ago

The London Buzz - 22nd April 2025

Unauthorised structures have damaged trees in Cassiobury Park, raising ecological concerns.
Tackling damp housing in Southwark could lead to significant NHS savings.
East London arts charity to acquire land for affordable studios in Hackney Wick.
Budget cuts lead to job losses and treatment access restrictions at local hospitals.
fromQNS
2 months ago
NYC parents

Southeast Queens officials demand inclusion in NYC's Overnight Truck Parking Pilot program - QNS

London
fromianVisits
1 month ago

The London Buzz - 22nd April 2025

Unauthorised structures have damaged trees in Cassiobury Park, raising ecological concerns.
Tackling damp housing in Southwark could lead to significant NHS savings.
East London arts charity to acquire land for affordable studios in Hackney Wick.
Budget cuts lead to job losses and treatment access restrictions at local hospitals.
fromQNS
2 months ago
NYC parents

Southeast Queens officials demand inclusion in NYC's Overnight Truck Parking Pilot program - QNS

#new-york-city
NYC politics
fromCurbed
1 month ago

Where Is Our Post-Car City?

The neglected state of public spaces in New York reflects a broader urban decay and the urgent need for future redevelopment.
NYC parents
fromGothamist
1 month ago

Extra Extra: Andrew Cuomo isn't pounding the pavement. Will voters care?

New York City faces challenges with young people aging out of foster care and regulations for public gatherings.
NYC politics
fromCurbed
1 month ago

Where Is Our Post-Car City?

The neglected state of public spaces in New York reflects a broader urban decay and the urgent need for future redevelopment.
NYC parents
fromGothamist
1 month ago

Extra Extra: Andrew Cuomo isn't pounding the pavement. Will voters care?

New York City faces challenges with young people aging out of foster care and regulations for public gatherings.
#education
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Queens High School for the Sciences at York College is a school without a home

Queens High School for the Sciences faces severe space and funding limitations despite its high ranking and strong academic performance.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Queens High School for the Sciences at York College is a school without a home

Queens High School for the Sciences faces severe space and funding limitations despite its high ranking and strong academic performance.
fromsfist.com
1 month ago

Sunday Links: Sacramento Sheriff's Deputy Fired For Shoving Elderly Prisoner To The Ground

The Sunset Dunes park at Ocean Beach, despite its initial popularity, faces backlash on social media, suggesting that proponents may overlook legitimate concerns raised by opponents.
San Francisco
#environmental-concerns
London politics
fromianVisits
2 months ago

The London Buzz - 13th March 2025

Hackney Council is facing criticism from trade unions for denying pension fund members the chance to voice concerns on divestment.
London politics
fromianVisits
2 months ago

The London Buzz - 13th March 2025

Hackney Council is facing criticism from trade unions for denying pension fund members the chance to voice concerns on divestment.
#london-news
London
fromianVisits
1 month ago

The London Buzz - 17th April 2025

Bethnal Green e-bike fire causes evacuation of flats.
An Indian restaurant fined over £100,000 for mouse infestation.
#havering-council
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Officials want answers from billionaire owner of the vacant Harvard Square Theatre

"I am truly concerned that you may not be fully aware of the negative impact of your building on Church Street," Jillson wrote in a letter to Chan last month. "It is not an overstatement to share that nearly every day, I am asked about its status."
Boston real estate
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
1 month ago

Beached whale euthanized; JCC East Bay CEO steps down, citing 'painful' post-Oct. 7 era

A juvenile Minke Whale was euthanized after being found beached and sick at McLaughlin Eastshore State Park, highlighting ongoing marine mammal rescue efforts.
East Bay (California)
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Why a leaked report on the Cliffs of Moher walking trail has caused so much anger locally

The problems with the Cliffs of Moher Walking Trail are years in the making with the Council adopting a high-handed approach and refusing to fairly share revenues with landowners whose private property was being used to generate profit.
London politics
fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk
1 month ago

Missed bin collections 'trashing our neighbourhood', doctor says

Dr Theophilou expressed frustration that Veolia's missed rubbish collections have turned his community's streets into a navigational hazard for pedestrians, especially vulnerable individuals.
London politics
fromwww.enfieldindependent.co.uk
2 months ago

Candidates announced for by-election after Labour councillor resigns

Tammy Hymas, former councillor, expressed discontent over government management that forced Haringey Council to make hard financial decisions, including recent cuts to library hours.
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago

It's lawless': Parents fear for children's safety as vandals target Hackney school streets

Road restrictions outside Hackney schools have suffered repeated attacks by vandals in recent months, leaving parents fearful for their children's safety. Following tip-offs from residents about appalling criminal sabotage, a Freedom of Information (FoI) request to Hackney Council revealed that since last June there have been 22 reported instances of criminal damage to school streets infrastructure.
London politics
fromSan Jose Spotlight
2 months ago

North San Jose business takes hit as insurance bails - San Jose Spotlight

"We haven't been able to rent out kayaks in over a year. We could make a couple hundred thousand dollars a year if we could rent out, and it would be run by four or five employees."
Silicon Valley real estate
NYC parents
fromBrooklyn, NY Patch
2 months ago

NYC Target Bans Anyone Under 18 To Curb Delinquent Behavior: Report

A Brooklyn Target has banned shoppers under 18 from entering without an adult due to violence and loitering issues.
Podcast
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Armando Iannucci opens up about what changed his life: best podcasts of the week

Rebecca Front's podcast encourages celebrities to reflect on influential people in their lives, leading to poignant and humorous conversations.
NYC parents
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

14-Year-Old Boy Arrested in Connection With Fatal Newark Police Shooting

A 14-year-old boy has been arrested and charged with murder in the shooting death of Newark Detective Joseph Azcona.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Plan for massive NYC skateboard park riddled with issues such as falling acorns, potential 'organ-level impalement': foes

The Brooklyn Skate Garden project in Mount Prospect Park raises significant safety concerns among local residents and civic groups regarding injuries and hazards.
Local civic group Friends of Mount Prospect Park fears that paving over green space for a skate park could lead to serious injuries and accidents.
fromwww.yourlocalguardian.co.uk
2 months ago

All the noise complaints in Sutton - with top being loud music

Over 1,270 noise complaints were made to Sutton Council in 2024, only six less than in 2023, with Domestic Music being the most common complaint.
London politics
SF parents
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

Dublin High brawl involved boy who knocked girl unconscious, superintendent says

A brawl at Dublin High stemmed from family issues, leading to hospitalization and community concerns about safety.
The incident resulted in police investigations and heightened security at the school.
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