In the US, Tenants Are Usually on Their Own. Can a New National Tenant Union Change That?
Echo Maker transformed from being hesitant and socially awkward to becoming a leader in tenant organizing, demonstrating empowerment through community action.
Dangerous conditions, money woes haunt high-profile San Jose tower
Ongoing legal disputes at 188 West St. James highlight severe living condition complaints from homeowners, including lack of basic utilities and theft.
California farmworkers cheer new housing in town scarred by mass shooting
California farmworkers facing poor living conditions due to high cost of living.
Rat bites and chronic asthma': schools on frontline of UK housing crisis
Children in temporary accommodation face health risks like chesty coughs, sewage leaks, and rat infestations, negatively impacting their education and well-being.
Parents plead for help after girl, one, taken to hospital six times due to mould
A one-year-old girl in south London has been sent to hospital six times due to damp and mould in her flat, sparking concerns about her health and prompting a plea for help from the local council.
The family's situation is reminiscent of the tragic case of Awaab Ishak, who died from a respiratory condition caused by extensive mould.
Overcrowding in London is a problem, with 11% of households in the city classified as overcrowded, compared to 4% nationally.
The Most Rent-Burdened Midwest City Is in a Key Swing State, Posing Challenges for Biden's 2024 Campaign
Many residents in historically marginalized neighborhoods face challenges in paying rent, dealing with absentee landlords, and dream of homeownership amidst financial difficulties.