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Worker stabbed to death at Brooklyn homeless shelter

A Brooklyn shelter worker was fatally stabbed, and the NYPD is actively investigating the incident with no arrests made yet.

Migrants evacuated from Floyd Bennett Field due to high winds

Nearly 2,000 migrants are being evacuated from a controversial city shelter in Brooklyn due to safety concerns from an approaching storm.
The move is a precautionary measure to ensure the safety and well-being of the individuals at the shelter, and they will be provided with essential services and support during the relocation.

Shelter worker fatally stabbed in Brooklyn, sources say

A shelter employee was fatally stabbed in Brooklyn during a tragic incident, prompting a manhunt for the suspect.

NYC HS principal lashes out at parents who bashed decision to force students to go remote as migrants sheltered at school

Brooklyn high school principal defends her decision to have students attend class remotely after migrants sheltered at the school
Principal criticizes parents who accused her of not caring about students

Worker stabbed to death at Brooklyn homeless shelter

A Brooklyn shelter worker was fatally stabbed, and the NYPD is actively investigating the incident with no arrests made yet.

Migrants evacuated from Floyd Bennett Field due to high winds

Nearly 2,000 migrants are being evacuated from a controversial city shelter in Brooklyn due to safety concerns from an approaching storm.
The move is a precautionary measure to ensure the safety and well-being of the individuals at the shelter, and they will be provided with essential services and support during the relocation.

Shelter worker fatally stabbed in Brooklyn, sources say

A shelter employee was fatally stabbed in Brooklyn during a tragic incident, prompting a manhunt for the suspect.

NYC HS principal lashes out at parents who bashed decision to force students to go remote as migrants sheltered at school

Brooklyn high school principal defends her decision to have students attend class remotely after migrants sheltered at the school
Principal criticizes parents who accused her of not caring about students
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Mark Zuckerberg denies building 5K-square-foot 'Doomsday bunker' under $270M Hawaii compound, saying it's 'like a basement'

Mark Zuckerberg denies building a doomsday bunker, referring to it instead as a small shelter for his Kauai ranch.
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As San Francisco cracks down on homeless encampments, a question rises: Where will people go?

San Francisco is aggressively clearing homeless encampments, facing challenges in relocating people.

Some homeless people refuse shelter beds. In one Bay Area county, that could soon be a crime

San Mateo County officials are considering making it a crime to refuse available, temporary housing for the homeless.
The proposal is aimed at addressing the challenge of individuals in encampments who decline services or refuse to move into shelter.
Opponents worry that the proposal will criminalize homelessness, while supporters argue it is about helping those who may not be able to help themselves.

Shelter condemns shocking' 14% rise in homelessness across England

Homelessness in England has increased by 14%, with more than 354,000 people lacking shelter, demonstrating a critical housing crisis.
The current situation is exacerbated by soaring private rents and insufficient affordable housing.

Santa Clara County sees 24% spike in homeless residents - San Jose Spotlight

San Jose's homelessness crisis has worsened, with 50 calls a day for shelter and significant increases in families becoming homeless.

Naked man may have hid under 93-year-old's home for months, California family says

A naked man was discovered hiding under a grandmother's home, leading to a police intervention with tear gas to remove him.

HSBC UK Announce A Special Series Of Candlelight Concerts This Autumn In Aid Shelter, The Housing and Homelessness Charity

The Candlelight Concerts raise funds for Shelter while addressing the homelessness crisis through engaging performances by Hans Zimmer.

As San Francisco cracks down on homeless encampments, a question rises: Where will people go?

San Francisco is aggressively clearing homeless encampments, facing challenges in relocating people.

Some homeless people refuse shelter beds. In one Bay Area county, that could soon be a crime

San Mateo County officials are considering making it a crime to refuse available, temporary housing for the homeless.
The proposal is aimed at addressing the challenge of individuals in encampments who decline services or refuse to move into shelter.
Opponents worry that the proposal will criminalize homelessness, while supporters argue it is about helping those who may not be able to help themselves.

Shelter condemns shocking' 14% rise in homelessness across England

Homelessness in England has increased by 14%, with more than 354,000 people lacking shelter, demonstrating a critical housing crisis.
The current situation is exacerbated by soaring private rents and insufficient affordable housing.

Santa Clara County sees 24% spike in homeless residents - San Jose Spotlight

San Jose's homelessness crisis has worsened, with 50 calls a day for shelter and significant increases in families becoming homeless.

Naked man may have hid under 93-year-old's home for months, California family says

A naked man was discovered hiding under a grandmother's home, leading to a police intervention with tear gas to remove him.

HSBC UK Announce A Special Series Of Candlelight Concerts This Autumn In Aid Shelter, The Housing and Homelessness Charity

The Candlelight Concerts raise funds for Shelter while addressing the homelessness crisis through engaging performances by Hans Zimmer.
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Why is a stray Clayton cat snubbing a nice shelter with a comfy bed?

Feral cats prefer small, secure spaces and prioritize warmth and dryness over comfort when seeking shelter.

Migrant stabbed during dispute outside NYC shelter: sources

A migrant was stabbed near a hotel shelter in Manhattan following a dispute, reflecting rising tensions among the migrant population.

Fleeing Israeli Bombs, the Displaced in Lebanon Search for Safety

The Quality Inn in Tripoli is now a major shelter for displaced Lebanese families fleeing conflict.

Campaigners welcome Angela Rayner's bill to ban no-fault evictions

The Renters' Rights Bill signifies a crucial advancement in tenant protections, aiming to abolish no-fault evictions and prioritize housing stability.

Restaurant review: Shelter in Woodstock the spot for grilled meats

Shelter brings Argentinean culture and rustic charm to Saugerties, echoing its Brooklyn roots while emphasizing a unique, nature-inspired dining experience.
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Migrant mob allegedly pummeled NYPD cops checking on unattended children outside NYC homeless shelter: sources

Migrants facing gang assault charges for attacking NYPD cops outside a shelter in Queens.

Editorial: Temperatures may not top zero on Monday. For God's sake, hold those buses, Gov. Abbott.

Chicago is struggling to provide shelter and care for migrants.
Warmer temperatures in the city will end soon, increasing the urgency of the situation.

NYC high school students forced into remote learning as 2,000 migrants sheltered in school instead

Nearly 2,000 migrants in a tent shelter in NYC are being moved to a high school, forcing students into remote learning.
The move has sparked outrage from residents, local politicians, and parents of students at the school.

Mayor Adams suspends migrant evictions during snowstorm

Mayor Eric Adams paused a controversial rule that forces migrants to re-apply for a shelter spot after 30 or 60 days
The pause in evictions was announced due to a nor'easter snowstorm hitting the city

Chicago Warms New Migrants in Idling Buses as the Weather Turns Nasty

Chicago officials are preparing for extremely cold temperatures and snowfall in the coming days
The city will temporarily set aside the 60-day limit on shelter stays to accommodate migrants and keep them safe

Oak Park, which has been providing shelter for migrants, will require them to move out of hotel, YMCA by Jan. 31

Approximately 160 migrants housed in Oak Park will be required to move out by Jan. 31.
The village will assist migrants in finding new shelter, including potentially relocating them to another city or state if they have stable housing there.

Migrant mob allegedly pummeled NYPD cops checking on unattended children outside NYC homeless shelter: sources

Migrants facing gang assault charges for attacking NYPD cops outside a shelter in Queens.

Editorial: Temperatures may not top zero on Monday. For God's sake, hold those buses, Gov. Abbott.

Chicago is struggling to provide shelter and care for migrants.
Warmer temperatures in the city will end soon, increasing the urgency of the situation.

NYC high school students forced into remote learning as 2,000 migrants sheltered in school instead

Nearly 2,000 migrants in a tent shelter in NYC are being moved to a high school, forcing students into remote learning.
The move has sparked outrage from residents, local politicians, and parents of students at the school.

Mayor Adams suspends migrant evictions during snowstorm

Mayor Eric Adams paused a controversial rule that forces migrants to re-apply for a shelter spot after 30 or 60 days
The pause in evictions was announced due to a nor'easter snowstorm hitting the city

Chicago Warms New Migrants in Idling Buses as the Weather Turns Nasty

Chicago officials are preparing for extremely cold temperatures and snowfall in the coming days
The city will temporarily set aside the 60-day limit on shelter stays to accommodate migrants and keep them safe

Oak Park, which has been providing shelter for migrants, will require them to move out of hotel, YMCA by Jan. 31

Approximately 160 migrants housed in Oak Park will be required to move out by Jan. 31.
The village will assist migrants in finding new shelter, including potentially relocating them to another city or state if they have stable housing there.
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Gov. Hochul's migrant bailout: Letters to the Editor - Jan. 18, 2024

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul is allocating $2.4 billion to assist New York City in dealing with the ongoing migrant crisis
There are concerns about the impact of migrants on the quality of life in the city and the need to overhaul migrant shelters

City Relocates Migrants to James Madison HS From Floyd Bennett Field

New York City evacuated 1,900 asylum seekers from a shelter at Floyd Bennett Field due to severe weather warnings.
The evacuation sparked criticism from city officials who claimed the shelter was unsafe and disrupted learning at James Madison High School.

Mayor Touts Latest-Lower-Cost Estimate For Sheltering New Immigrant Arrivals

New York City expects to care for 80,000 migrants by June and 90,000 by the end of the year, instead of the projected 100,000 migrants by mid-2024.
Strict limits on immigrant shelter stays and efforts to move immigrants to locations outside the city have helped reduce the estimated number of migrants in the city's care.

Gov. Hochul's migrant bailout: Letters to the Editor - Jan. 18, 2024

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul is allocating $2.4 billion to assist New York City in dealing with the ongoing migrant crisis
There are concerns about the impact of migrants on the quality of life in the city and the need to overhaul migrant shelters

City Relocates Migrants to James Madison HS From Floyd Bennett Field

New York City evacuated 1,900 asylum seekers from a shelter at Floyd Bennett Field due to severe weather warnings.
The evacuation sparked criticism from city officials who claimed the shelter was unsafe and disrupted learning at James Madison High School.

Mayor Touts Latest-Lower-Cost Estimate For Sheltering New Immigrant Arrivals

New York City expects to care for 80,000 migrants by June and 90,000 by the end of the year, instead of the projected 100,000 migrants by mid-2024.
Strict limits on immigrant shelter stays and efforts to move immigrants to locations outside the city have helped reduce the estimated number of migrants in the city's care.
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Migrants at James Madison

Parents of James Madison High School students were notified that their children would be moving to remote learning due to a storm threatening a shelter housing thousands of illegal migrants.
The Biden administration allowed over 2,500 migrants to be housed at Floyd Bennett Field, but the shelter in question is just a cluster of tents that are not properly secured.

Commission approves creation of Finder to Foster working group - Austin Monitor

The Animal Advisory Commission has created a working group called Finder to Foster to address the issue of holding animals physically at the shelter for three days before they can be placed in foster care.
City staff confirmed the current rule is that animals must be held physically at the shelter during the stray hold period, but there is potential to modify the ordinance to allow for a Finder to Foster program.

Migrant boy, 5, dies during shelter stay after medical emergency, police say

A 5-year-old migrant boy died at a shelter in Pilsen after a medical emergency.
The boy was transported to Comer Children's Hospital but was pronounced dead upon arrival.

'No es el sitio, sino donde esta ubicado': familias inmigrantes navegan primeras semanas en refugio de Floyd Bennett

Families living in the first shelter for immigrant families in NYC complained about the cold, distance, and inaccessibility.
The shelter at Floyd Bennett Field currently houses over 1,070 people, some of whom stayed because they had no other option in the city's shelter system.

Council Member Zhuang Speaks Out on Accusations She Bit Police Officer During Gravesend Protest

Councilmember Susan Zhuang addresses public after biting NYPD officer at protest.
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