Boston behind only NYC in homelessness, says new reportHigh housing costs contribute to rising homelessness in Greater Boston.
A columnist learned of holes in Massachusetts' right-to-shelter law. So she showed the human consequences. - PoynterMassachusetts' strong right-to-shelter law faces challenges as rising numbers of migrant families strain the emergency shelter system.
Boston behind only NYC in homelessness, says new reportHigh housing costs contribute to rising homelessness in Greater Boston.
A columnist learned of holes in Massachusetts' right-to-shelter law. So she showed the human consequences. - PoynterMassachusetts' strong right-to-shelter law faces challenges as rising numbers of migrant families strain the emergency shelter system.
NYC reaches deal on 'right to shelter' mandate as migrant crisis reaches tipping pointMayor Eric Adams reached a deal to modify NYC's "right to shelter" mandate for asylum seekers.Legal Aid Society advocates for homeless New Yorkers regardless of citizenship, opposing the modification.