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After 29 years in prison, a teenage murderer gets a new start in life from a stranger

Nancy Adams opened her home to a paroled murderer, driven by her faith and personal experiences with incarceration.

Could cottage courts' be a solution for aging in place?

Cottage courts offer innovative housing solutions, promoting community and companionship for older Americans while addressing housing shortages.
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Trump takes a hard line on homelessness. Why L.A. Mayor Karen Bass hopes to find common ground

Trump's homelessness strategy emphasizes aggressive enforcement over voluntary housing solutions, prompting concern from advocates.

How Redondo Beach brought its homeless numbers to 'functionally zero'

Redondo Beach significantly reduced its homelessness rate, achieving an average time of 14 days to assist homeless individuals.

Outreach crews working to relocate 1,000 unhoused people living along San Jose's waterways

San Jose is relocating 1,000 homeless people from waterways, focusing on cleanup and providing safe housing solutions with a $27 million investment.

Berkeley Could Sweep Homeless Encampments Without Offering Shelter Under New Proposal | KQED

The debate on homelessness in Berkeley involves the conflict between housing solutions and the need for safety and order in the community.

Humpday Headlines: RV Dwellers Near Stonestown Find Homes

San Francisco has secured permanent housing for over 20 RV dwellers, showcasing progress in addressing homelessness.

'Our city is not an RV park': L.A. to study widespread RV parking ban

LA aims to address RV parking, balancing restrictions with support services.
The growing RV dwellers face challenges finding alternative housing.

Trump takes a hard line on homelessness. Why L.A. Mayor Karen Bass hopes to find common ground

Trump's homelessness strategy emphasizes aggressive enforcement over voluntary housing solutions, prompting concern from advocates.

How Redondo Beach brought its homeless numbers to 'functionally zero'

Redondo Beach significantly reduced its homelessness rate, achieving an average time of 14 days to assist homeless individuals.

Outreach crews working to relocate 1,000 unhoused people living along San Jose's waterways

San Jose is relocating 1,000 homeless people from waterways, focusing on cleanup and providing safe housing solutions with a $27 million investment.

Berkeley Could Sweep Homeless Encampments Without Offering Shelter Under New Proposal | KQED

The debate on homelessness in Berkeley involves the conflict between housing solutions and the need for safety and order in the community.

Humpday Headlines: RV Dwellers Near Stonestown Find Homes

San Francisco has secured permanent housing for over 20 RV dwellers, showcasing progress in addressing homelessness.

'Our city is not an RV park': L.A. to study widespread RV parking ban

LA aims to address RV parking, balancing restrictions with support services.
The growing RV dwellers face challenges finding alternative housing.
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NYC gave 150 migrant families up to $4K each to get them to move out of taxpayer-funded shelters

The Asylee Moveout Assistance program aims to help migrant families transition from shelters to independent living.

Home Office considering disused care homes and student flats to house asylum seekers

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism while reporting on pressing issues like asylum accommodation.

NYC gave 150 migrant families up to $4K each to get them to move out of taxpayer-funded shelters

The Asylee Moveout Assistance program aims to help migrant families transition from shelters to independent living.

Home Office considering disused care homes and student flats to house asylum seekers

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism while reporting on pressing issues like asylum accommodation.
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This $35,000 tiny house is designed to avoid building permits

The Microhaus is an affordable, permit-free housing solution at $35,000 for backyard rentals in areas like the San Francisco Bay.
Designed to avoid permits, the Microhaus is only 120 square feet and utilizes strong materials to ensure stability without foundations.

Friday Video: Would Our Cities Be Better Off Without Public Hearings? - Streetsblog USA

Local sustainable transportation advocates are shifting focus to community-level decisions on housing and transit, addressing undemocratic public meeting practices.

District 3 candidates discuss shifts in their politics

Candidates are exploring changes in their politics and commitments, with a focus on local issues like rent control and innovative problem-solving.

New 'Flood Adaptive Platform' automatically lifts homes to save them from flooding

The Flood Adaptive Platform provides a revolutionary method to protect homes from flooding by automatically elevating them above rising water levels.

Campbell unsure about affordable housing policy change - San Jose Spotlight

Campbell officials are hesitant to expand inclusionary housing policy despite advocacy for affordable housing solutions.

Meet the City Council candidates for San Jose District 6

Candidates running for the District 6 City Council seat in San Jose include Alex Shoor, Angelo Pasciuti, Michael Mulcahy, and Olivia Navarro.
Each candidate has unique backgrounds and endorsements, with Shoor focusing on housing, Pasciuti on interim housing, Mulcahy on construction costs, and Navarro on public safety and infrastructure.

Tour 'real projects by real homeowners' in this self-guided ADU tour throughout L.A.

ADUs are popular housing solutions in California, with almost one-fifth of newly permitted housing units categorized as ADUs.
A self-guided tour in Los Angeles will allow homeowners to tour and learn about ADUs and the design, budget, permitting, and construction process.

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Candidates in San Francisco District 11 aim to allow parking on sidewalks while ensuring wheelchair accessibility.
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