#homelessness
#homelessness

Silicon Valley real estate

San Jose cuts parkland to add more businesses near airport - San Jose Spotlight

Mission District

Mahan Pushes Plan to Move Homeless into Housing and Treatment

Mission District

A new police unit could enforce San Jose's proposal to arrest homeless residents who refuse shelter

Mission District

Homeless advocates protest San Jose proposal to arrest unhoused who repeatedly refuse available shelter

19 hours ago

Mission District

San Jose mayor, county officials continue war of words over controversial homeless arrest proposal

Silicon Valley real estate

San Jose police help Valley Water cite, arrest homeless residents - San Jose Spotlight

Silicon Valley real estate

San Jose cuts parkland to add more businesses near airport - San Jose Spotlight

Mission District

Mahan Pushes Plan to Move Homeless into Housing and Treatment

Mission District

A new police unit could enforce San Jose's proposal to arrest homeless residents who refuse shelter

Mission District

Homeless advocates protest San Jose proposal to arrest unhoused who repeatedly refuse available shelter

19 hours ago

Mission District

San Jose mayor, county officials continue war of words over controversial homeless arrest proposal

Silicon Valley real estate

San Jose police help Valley Water cite, arrest homeless residents - San Jose Spotlight

more#san-jose

20 hours ago

Boat-Dwelling Woman In Richardson Bay Who Bear-Sprayed Harbormaster In 2020 Avoids Jail Time

Havel described the growing frustration among local leaders as boat-dwelling populations increase and become less compliant, jeopardizing both environmental safety and community harmony.

Portland

#public-policy

Mission District

6 days ago

Why do Bay Area homeless people turn down shelter beds?

Many homeless individuals resist shelter due to trauma and mental health issues, leading to increasing tensions with local governments seeking to enforce shelter acceptance.

Newsom Calls on California Cities to Flat-Out Ban Homeless Encampments

Governor Newsom urges California cities to aggressively clear street encampments, backed by funding for more shelter and services.

Newsom Wants Cities to Force Homeless To Move Campsites Every 3 Days

Governor Newsom urges California cities to enact ordinances to prohibit public camping in response to persistent homelessness.

23 hours ago

San Francisco

Mayor Lurie calls for more data on effectiveness of street teams

SF politics

If Gov. Newsom doesn't solve California homeless crisis, can he be president?

San Francisco

California Gov. Newsom calls on cities to ban homeless encampments on public property

Mission District

6 days ago

Why do Bay Area homeless people turn down shelter beds?

Many homeless individuals resist shelter due to trauma and mental health issues, leading to increasing tensions with local governments seeking to enforce shelter acceptance.

Newsom Calls on California Cities to Flat-Out Ban Homeless Encampments

Governor Newsom urges California cities to aggressively clear street encampments, backed by funding for more shelter and services.

Newsom Wants Cities to Force Homeless To Move Campsites Every 3 Days

Governor Newsom urges California cities to enact ordinances to prohibit public camping in response to persistent homelessness.

23 hours ago

San Francisco

Mayor Lurie calls for more data on effectiveness of street teams

SF politics

If Gov. Newsom doesn't solve California homeless crisis, can he be president?

San Francisco

California Gov. Newsom calls on cities to ban homeless encampments on public property

NYC politics

Here's What We Know So Far About New York's New Housing Voucher Program

fromCity Limits

NYC real estate

What Happened This Week in NYC Housing? May 16, 2025

NYC politics

NYC finally faces homelessness reality as Jessica Tisch's NYPD 'Q-Teams' hit the streets

NYC politics

fromCity Limits

Here's What We Know So Far About New York's New Housing Voucher Program

New Housing Voucher Access Program (HAVP) aims to assist those at risk of homelessness with funding for rent support.

NYC real estate

fromCity Limits

What Happened This Week in NYC Housing? May 16, 2025

New York City aims to enhance affordable housing by promoting nonprofit ownership of shelters and major housing developments.

NYC politics

NYC finally faces homelessness reality as Jessica Tisch's NYPD 'Q-Teams' hit the streets

more#new-york-city

#california

What to know about Gov. Gavin Newsom's move to ban encampments

California's governor urges cities to ban homeless encampments while emphasizing the need for sustainable housing solutions.

Local governments demand ongoing funding to effectively deal with homelessness, instead of one-time financial support.

Commentary: Clearing encampments looks good politically. But criminalizing homelessness is bad policy

California's homelessness crisis stems from a lack of affordable housing, not just encampments and their residents' issues.

fromABC30 Fresno

Gov. Gavin Newsom urges California cities and counties to ban homeless encampments

California Governor Newsom urges municipalities to clear homeless encampments and provides $3.3 billion for housing and treatment solutions.

NYC politics

Percival: Tackling homelessness requires government agencies to collaborate - San Jose Spotlight

What to know about Gov. Gavin Newsom's move to ban encampments

California's governor urges cities to ban homeless encampments while emphasizing the need for sustainable housing solutions.

Local governments demand ongoing funding to effectively deal with homelessness, instead of one-time financial support.

Commentary: Clearing encampments looks good politically. But criminalizing homelessness is bad policy

California's homelessness crisis stems from a lack of affordable housing, not just encampments and their residents' issues.

fromABC30 Fresno

Gov. Gavin Newsom urges California cities and counties to ban homeless encampments

California Governor Newsom urges municipalities to clear homeless encampments and provides $3.3 billion for housing and treatment solutions.

NYC politics

Percival: Tackling homelessness requires government agencies to collaborate - San Jose Spotlight

SOMA, SF

Disturbing video shows sicko calmly pulling over car to set homeless woman on fire

fromwww.amny.com

NYC politics

Soho stabbing: Panhandlers' argument leads to bloody assault near subway station | amNewYork

SOMA, SF

Disturbing video shows sicko calmly pulling over car to set homeless woman on fire

fromwww.amny.com

NYC politics

Soho stabbing: Panhandlers' argument leads to bloody assault near subway station | amNewYork

more#crime

#executive-order

Questions loom over Trump's order to create housing for 6,000 homeless veterans

Trump's order seeks to house homeless veterans, a long-awaited relief, but details on implementation remain vague.

Washington DC

Trump orders VA to build 6K homes for veterans in West LA

Questions loom over Trump's order to create housing for 6,000 homeless veterans

Trump's order seeks to house homeless veterans, a long-awaited relief, but details on implementation remain vague.

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

Washington DC

Trump orders VA to build 6K homes for veterans in West LA

more#executive-order

#community-support

Online learning

How Housing Support Programs Can Measure Student Development

The significant prevalence of housing insecurity and homelessness among college students necessitates urgent attention and innovative support solutions.

London startup

Teenager honoured for hygiene kit for the homeless

fromPortland Mercury

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

DC food

Good Morning, News: Supreme Court vs. Federal Judges, County Stops Homeless Tent Distribution, and RIP Moshu (AKA "Sir Snacks-a-Lot")

Online learning

How Housing Support Programs Can Measure Student Development

The significant prevalence of housing insecurity and homelessness among college students necessitates urgent attention and innovative support solutions.

London startup

Teenager honoured for hygiene kit for the homeless

fromPortland Mercury

DC food

Good Morning, News: Supreme Court vs. Federal Judges, County Stops Homeless Tent Distribution, and RIP Moshu (AKA "Sir Snacks-a-Lot")

more#community-support

UK news

fromwww.standard.co.uk

The Orwell Prize: London Standard's David Cohen shortlisted for shining spotlight on homelessness

Cohen's reporting on homelessness, particularly affecting refugees, has garnered significant attention, culminating in his nomination for The Orwell Prize 2025.

#housing-crisis

Portland

From One Forest to Another: Sweep of Homeless People Changes Little

London politics

London's 'spiralling' housing crisis in numbers

Canada news

ANALYSIS | Will the Liberals' campaign promises help fix the housing crisis? | CBC News

Portland

From One Forest to Another: Sweep of Homeless People Changes Little

London politics

London's 'spiralling' housing crisis in numbers

Canada news

ANALYSIS | Will the Liberals' campaign promises help fix the housing crisis? | CBC News

Rise in disabled people facing homelessness in England

Homelessness among disabled households in England surged to over 60,000, a nearly 75% increase since 2019.

Social housing access for disabled people has decreased significantly.

#toronto

Toronto startup

In Canada's housing crisis, are modular homes a cheaper and faster solution? | CBC News

Toronto startup

Sentencing arguments underway for girl who pleaded guilty to assault in fatal swarming | CBC News

Toronto startup

In Canada's housing crisis, are modular homes a cheaper and faster solution? | CBC News

Modular housing offers a promising solution to affordable housing shortages, addressing homelessness efficiently and economically.

Toronto startup

Sentencing arguments underway for girl who pleaded guilty to assault in fatal swarming | CBC News

Mayor Daniel Lurie Announces $37.5M Fund, Raised From Private Donations, to Address Homelessness and Mental Illness

SF Mayor Lurie launched the Breaking the Cycle Fund to combat homelessness and behavioral health issues by raising $37.5 million from wealthy donors.

SF neighbors on one Mission District street are fed up after influx of drug users, unhoused people

San Francisco leaders acknowledge challenges in addressing drug use and homelessness despite recent cleanup efforts.

Mission District

Day 64 of the 16th St. Plaza crackdown: Clean plazas, people on the move and two evening gatherings

Mission District

SoMa and Tenderloin Residents Back Plan To Spread Homeless Services Across San Francisco | KQED

Mission District

Tenderloin Welcomes Mental Health Clinic, Demands Broader City Action on Homelessness | KQED

from48 hills

NYC politics

Guess what? Lurie's War on Drugs and Minor Crime is really expensive - 48 hills

Mayor Daniel Lurie Announces $37.5M Fund, Raised From Private Donations, to Address Homelessness and Mental Illness

SF Mayor Lurie launched the Breaking the Cycle Fund to combat homelessness and behavioral health issues by raising $37.5 million from wealthy donors.

SF neighbors on one Mission District street are fed up after influx of drug users, unhoused people

San Francisco leaders acknowledge challenges in addressing drug use and homelessness despite recent cleanup efforts.

Mission District

Day 64 of the 16th St. Plaza crackdown: Clean plazas, people on the move and two evening gatherings

Mission District

SoMa and Tenderloin Residents Back Plan To Spread Homeless Services Across San Francisco | KQED

Mission District

Tenderloin Welcomes Mental Health Clinic, Demands Broader City Action on Homelessness | KQED

from48 hills

NYC politics

Guess what? Lurie's War on Drugs and Minor Crime is really expensive - 48 hills

Ending child homelessness has a price tag, and that price tag is $66 million

Mothers experiencing homelessness demand the city invest $66 million to end child homelessness, focusing on dignity and housing support.

#public-health

Los Angeles

Westlake tenants sue landlord over poor living conditions

Mission District

Day 63 of the 16th St. Plaza crackdown: Those displaced haven't moved far

Los Angeles

Westlake tenants sue landlord over poor living conditions

Mission District

Day 63 of the 16th St. Plaza crackdown: Those displaced haven't moved far

more#public-health

East Bay (California)

fromwww.berkeleyside.org

Ohlone Park is just the latest stop in the itinerant life of many unhoused Berkeleyans

The growing number of encampments at Ohlone Park has led to increased complaints from neighbors regarding trash and safety concerns.

Mental health

fromPsychology Today

Mental Health Awareness Month: 4 Goals for Improved Psychosis Care

Mental health awareness requires reflection on systemic issues, such as the shortage of psychiatric beds for the severely mentally ill.

from48 hills

6 days ago

Sanctuaries not sweeps - 48 hills

Tim's situation mirrors that of many East 12th Street residents facing an imminent sweep, expressing fears about safety and lack of shelter options. The city's plans have left this community feeling unheard.

San Francisco

Trump Seeks to End Permanent Supportive Housing for the Chronically Homeless

The Trump budget proposal shifts funding from permanent supportive housing to emergency shelters, risking an increase in street homelessness.

NYC politics

White House proposes elimination of Section 8 housing vouchers

The White House's rental assistance reform may lead to increased homelessness due to funding cuts and reduced local control.

Trump's proposed cuts to Section 8 rental aid could aggravate Bay Area homelessness

Trump's budget proposal threatens significant cuts to federal housing aid, endangering thousands of low-income residents in the Bay Area.

NYC startup

Could federal funding support tiny home projects?

Interim supportive housing is essential to preventing homelessness-related trauma and addressing the practical challenges of permanent housing.

NYC politics

Trump's proposal threatens Silicon Valley housing vouchers - San Jose Spotlight

US news

Trump Seeks to End Permanent Supportive Housing for the Chronically Homeless

The Trump budget proposal shifts funding from permanent supportive housing to emergency shelters, risking an increase in street homelessness.

NYC politics

White House proposes elimination of Section 8 housing vouchers

The White House's rental assistance reform may lead to increased homelessness due to funding cuts and reduced local control.

Trump's proposed cuts to Section 8 rental aid could aggravate Bay Area homelessness

Trump's budget proposal threatens significant cuts to federal housing aid, endangering thousands of low-income residents in the Bay Area.

NYC startup

Could federal funding support tiny home projects?

Interim supportive housing is essential to preventing homelessness-related trauma and addressing the practical challenges of permanent housing.

NYC politics

Trump's proposal threatens Silicon Valley housing vouchers - San Jose Spotlight

Mission District

Day 57 of the 16th St. crackdown: visible police, citations issued

Mission District

Day 58 of 16th Street Crackdown: barricades and makeshift camps

Mission District

Day 57 of the 16th St. crackdown: visible police, citations issued

Mission District

Day 58 of 16th Street Crackdown: barricades and makeshift camps

Day Around the Bay: Once-Hot 23andMe Closing SF Office, Laying Off 250 Employees

Oakland plans to clear a major homeless encampment amidst ongoing crises.

23andMe faces bankruptcy, potentially selling user data and laying off employees.

A new 41-story development in San Francisco moves forward without objections.

Rising military tensions between India and Pakistan raise global concerns.

#housing

fromBoston.com

Boston food

City of Boston sues Trump administration over move to cancel housing, homelessness prevention grants

fromAustin Monitor

Austin

Roughly 3,200 people experience homelessness in Austin on any given night - Austin Monitor

fromBoston.com

Boston food

City of Boston sues Trump administration over move to cancel housing, homelessness prevention grants

fromAustin Monitor

Austin

Roughly 3,200 people experience homelessness in Austin on any given night - Austin Monitor

more#housing

fromSportskeeda

New York Homicide season 3 episode 14: A detailed case overview

Vincent Johnson, a homeless man and drug abuser, confessed to killing five women, all linked to sex work, in Brooklyn between 1999 and 2000 as investigated by the Brooklyn North Homicide Task Force.

Brooklyn

#oregon

Environment

fromwww.theguardian.com

Dozens of homeless people living in national forest evicted by US Forest Service

Homeless eviction in Oregon forest occurs amidst wildfire prevention project linked to timber production policies.

Portland food

Sweep of Homeless Camp in Oregon Said to Be Largest in Recent History'

fromThe Washington Post

US news

Forest Service closes homeless encampment at Oregon national forest

Environment

fromwww.theguardian.com

Dozens of homeless people living in national forest evicted by US Forest Service

Homeless eviction in Oregon forest occurs amidst wildfire prevention project linked to timber production policies.

Portland food

Sweep of Homeless Camp in Oregon Said to Be Largest in Recent History'

fromThe Washington Post