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Seven firefighters injured in Chinatown as two-alarm fire rips through homeless shelter | amNewYork

Seven firefighters sustained minor injuries while battling a two-alarm fire at a Chinatown homeless shelter; all residents were evacuated without injury.
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Brooklyn councilwoman arrested and charged after allegedly biting NYPD officer at protest: Police

Assault on NYPD officer during protest against homeless shelter in Brooklyn.

Homeless shelter employee stabbed to death at Brooklyn hotel-turned-shelter: NYPD | amNewYork

NYPD investigates the fatal stabbing of a homeless shelter employee in Brooklyn, underscoring safety issues in temporary housing facilities.

Video shows NYPD officers punching Brooklyn shelter worker

NYPD officers assaulted a homeless shelter supervisor who was enforcing protocol against unwarranted entry.

Brooklyn councilwoman arrested and charged after allegedly biting NYPD officer at protest: Police

Assault on NYPD officer during protest against homeless shelter in Brooklyn.

Homeless shelter employee stabbed to death at Brooklyn hotel-turned-shelter: NYPD | amNewYork

NYPD investigates the fatal stabbing of a homeless shelter employee in Brooklyn, underscoring safety issues in temporary housing facilities.

Video shows NYPD officers punching Brooklyn shelter worker

NYPD officers assaulted a homeless shelter supervisor who was enforcing protocol against unwarranted entry.
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Homeless Man Stabbed to Death in Brownsville

A homeless shelter employee was fatally stabbed in Brownsville, highlighting ongoing community violence.
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FiDi locals outraged by NYC 'safe haven' homeless shelter 50 feet from migrant center

Financial District residents are opposing a homeless shelter near a migrant center, expressing safety concerns.

Permits filed for new 6-story homeless shelter in Long Island City - LIC Post

A new 6-story homeless shelter in Long Island City aims to provide extensive services for homeless individuals and families.

FiDi locals outraged by NYC 'safe haven' homeless shelter 50 feet from migrant center

Financial District residents are opposing a homeless shelter near a migrant center, expressing safety concerns.

Permits filed for new 6-story homeless shelter in Long Island City - LIC Post

A new 6-story homeless shelter in Long Island City aims to provide extensive services for homeless individuals and families.
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'Save The Former Calhoun School Building' Postcards Arrive in UWS Mailboxes

Residents on the Upper West Side are opposing the conversion of a former school to a women's homeless shelter, citing the need for more schools and permanent housing.

SF church devastated by fire finds silver lining amid challenges as it nears reopening

St. John the Evangelist Episcopal Church is set to reopen soon after a devastating fire, but rain has delayed the rebuilding process.

'Save The Former Calhoun School Building' Postcards Arrive in UWS Mailboxes

Residents on the Upper West Side are opposing the conversion of a former school to a women's homeless shelter, citing the need for more schools and permanent housing.

SF church devastated by fire finds silver lining amid challenges as it nears reopening

St. John the Evangelist Episcopal Church is set to reopen soon after a devastating fire, but rain has delayed the rebuilding process.
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#community-engagement

Senate Win for Steve Chan Highlights Chinese Community's Red Shift

Local concerns about a proposed homeless shelter galvanized voters to support Republican Steve Chan, reflecting changing political dynamics in Brooklyn.

Tiny 'Mission Cabins' for homeless residents open today at 16th St. BART plaza

Mission Cabins is a new homeless shelter project offering tiny homes for adults experiencing homelessness.

Senate Win for Steve Chan Highlights Chinese Community's Red Shift

Local concerns about a proposed homeless shelter galvanized voters to support Republican Steve Chan, reflecting changing political dynamics in Brooklyn.

Tiny 'Mission Cabins' for homeless residents open today at 16th St. BART plaza

Mission Cabins is a new homeless shelter project offering tiny homes for adults experiencing homelessness.
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Ongoing protest against proposed homeless shelter reaches 100-day milestone

The 100-day protest against a proposed homeless shelter reflects community concerns over its impact and perceived inefficacy.

Brooklyn Residents Protest Against Homeless Shelter

Local officials and residents are strongly opposing a proposed homeless shelter at 2501 and 86th Street, citing lack of government response.

Bensonhurst Rallies Against Homeless Shelter at City Hall

Community opposes homeless shelter in Bensonhurst despite recognizing homelessness issue.

Ongoing protest against proposed homeless shelter reaches 100-day milestone

The 100-day protest against a proposed homeless shelter reflects community concerns over its impact and perceived inefficacy.

Brooklyn Residents Protest Against Homeless Shelter

Local officials and residents are strongly opposing a proposed homeless shelter at 2501 and 86th Street, citing lack of government response.

Bensonhurst Rallies Against Homeless Shelter at City Hall

Community opposes homeless shelter in Bensonhurst despite recognizing homelessness issue.
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Council Member Susan Zhuang, others arrested at protest against Gravesend homeless shelter * Brooklyn Paper

Council Member Susan Zhuang arrested during a protest against a homeless shelter in Gravesend.

Suspect in homeless shelter fatal shooting arrested

Mark Christopher Dowling has been arrested and charged with murder following a shooting that killed a man at a homeless shelter.

Council Member Susan Zhuang, others arrested at protest against Gravesend homeless shelter * Brooklyn Paper

Council Member Susan Zhuang arrested during a protest against a homeless shelter in Gravesend.

Suspect in homeless shelter fatal shooting arrested

Mark Christopher Dowling has been arrested and charged with murder following a shooting that killed a man at a homeless shelter.
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Number of protesters against Brooklyn homeless shelter quadruples after local council member's arrest

Community outrage over homeless shelter construction has intensified after a local council member's arrest, indicating deeper concerns over safety and city leadership.

Protestors vow to 'never stop' rallying against planned homeless shelter in Gravesend * Brooklyn Paper

Community protests against a proposed homeless shelter are ongoing, with threats to escalate to the mayor's residence if demands are not addressed.

Number of protesters against Brooklyn homeless shelter quadruples after local council member's arrest

Community outrage over homeless shelter construction has intensified after a local council member's arrest, indicating deeper concerns over safety and city leadership.

Protestors vow to 'never stop' rallying against planned homeless shelter in Gravesend * Brooklyn Paper

Community protests against a proposed homeless shelter are ongoing, with threats to escalate to the mayor's residence if demands are not addressed.
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South Bay homeless shelter addresses reports of scabies outbreak

Potential scabies outbreak reported at a South Bay homeless shelter, with conflicting claims of cases

Assemblymember tracks source of letter urging constituents to sell homes before shelter opens

A realtor is pressuring residents near a proposed homeless shelter to sell homes, causing concern about property values.
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Police Probe Death of Woman Found in BK Homeless Shelter

Police investigating after woman found dead in Brooklyn homeless shelter.

Historic school in Crown Heights to be converted into homeless shelter * Brooklyn Paper

A historic school in Brooklyn's Weeksville will now be converted into a homeless shelter instead of affordable housing.
Highland Park Community Development Corporation will operate the homeless shelter at 1634 Dean Street.

Woman found dead inside Brooklyn homeless shelter bathroom: cops | amNewYork

A woman was found dead in a homeless shelter bathroom in Brooklyn, with no visible signs of trauma, and the cause of death is pending investigation.

Thousands gather at City Hall to protest construction of 'wet shelter' in Gravesend

Opposition to homeless shelter construction in Gravesend, Brooklyn.

Police Probe Death of Woman Found in BK Homeless Shelter

Police investigating after woman found dead in Brooklyn homeless shelter.

Historic school in Crown Heights to be converted into homeless shelter * Brooklyn Paper

A historic school in Brooklyn's Weeksville will now be converted into a homeless shelter instead of affordable housing.
Highland Park Community Development Corporation will operate the homeless shelter at 1634 Dean Street.

Woman found dead inside Brooklyn homeless shelter bathroom: cops | amNewYork

A woman was found dead in a homeless shelter bathroom in Brooklyn, with no visible signs of trauma, and the cause of death is pending investigation.

Thousands gather at City Hall to protest construction of 'wet shelter' in Gravesend

Opposition to homeless shelter construction in Gravesend, Brooklyn.
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#affordable-housing

Upper West Side residents say they were misled about upcoming homeless shelter

Concerns from Upper West Side residents about the city's plan to convert a former school into a women's homeless shelter.

Abandoned Harlem building built as luxury complex will instead become homeless shelter - and could house migrants

Residents of a Harlem neighborhood are upset that a plush condominium complex is being turned into a homeless shelter.
The building was marketed as a luxury living space but is now being leased to a non-profit working with the city Department of Social Services/Homeless Services.
Harlem residents are frustrated with the lack of affordable housing and rising prices in the area.

Former UWS Calhoun School Building Will Be Women's Shelter For At Least 9 Years: CB7 Meeting

Former Calhoun School building on 74th Street to be a women's homeless shelter for at least 9 years.
The shelter will retain its status as a women's shelter for the entire duration of the 9-year contract.

Historic Crown Heights School to Become Family Shelter

Brooklyn's first racially integrated school to be converted into a homeless shelter instead of affordable housing.
The building at Dean Street, originally P.S. 83, will be transformed into a family shelter with 91 units for homeless families to stay over 30 days.

Adams Reneges on Luxury Migrant Housing in Harlem

Luxury condominium in Harlem repurposed into homeless shelter amid community outrage.
Mayor Adams shifted plans to serve long-term local residents in need at the property.

Upper West Side residents say they were misled about upcoming homeless shelter

Concerns from Upper West Side residents about the city's plan to convert a former school into a women's homeless shelter.

Abandoned Harlem building built as luxury complex will instead become homeless shelter - and could house migrants

Residents of a Harlem neighborhood are upset that a plush condominium complex is being turned into a homeless shelter.
The building was marketed as a luxury living space but is now being leased to a non-profit working with the city Department of Social Services/Homeless Services.
Harlem residents are frustrated with the lack of affordable housing and rising prices in the area.

Former UWS Calhoun School Building Will Be Women's Shelter For At Least 9 Years: CB7 Meeting

Former Calhoun School building on 74th Street to be a women's homeless shelter for at least 9 years.
The shelter will retain its status as a women's shelter for the entire duration of the 9-year contract.

Historic Crown Heights School to Become Family Shelter

Brooklyn's first racially integrated school to be converted into a homeless shelter instead of affordable housing.
The building at Dean Street, originally P.S. 83, will be transformed into a family shelter with 91 units for homeless families to stay over 30 days.

Adams Reneges on Luxury Migrant Housing in Harlem

Luxury condominium in Harlem repurposed into homeless shelter amid community outrage.
Mayor Adams shifted plans to serve long-term local residents in need at the property.
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Five men randomly slashed by resident at Harlem men's homeless shelter

Five men were hospitalized after a slashing incident at a Harlem men's homeless shelter.

City Councilwoman Is Charged With Biting Police Chief During Protest

A councilwoman in New York City faces assault charges after a protest at a proposed homeless shelter site.
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