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Thousands more migrants in Chicago than previously reported, city reports

The number of migrants arriving in Chicago is much higher than previously reported.

Migrants have been staying at O'Hare International Airport for days or weeks, awaiting placement in shelters. [ more ]

Chicago Tribune

4 months ago

Migrants go without showers, dig for food in trash at city's 'landing zone' as they wait for shelter

Hundreds of migrants in Chicago are staying in warming buses and haven't taken a shower for days.

Numbers have overflowed to buses in the city's 'landing zone,' raising questions about the conditions and whether they meet international standards. [ more ]

Chicago Tribune

Public health

Volunteer networks provide health needs to Chicago's migrants

Migrants at city-run shelters in Chicago are lacking basic medical resources and turning to police stations for help.

Advocates are concerned about the adequacy of care provided at the shelters. [ more ]

Chicago Tribune

State, food bank step in to keep migrants fed during December

The state of Illinois and the Greater Chicago Food Depository are partnering to ensure that migrants in Chicago's shelter system receive meals through the end of the year.

The city of Chicago delayed the start date for a new food vendor contract, raising concerns about whether migrants would be fed throughout December. [ more ]

Chicago Tribune

6 months ago

Migrant family journeys back to Venezuela, more leaving Chicago

Migrants in Chicago are leaving the city in search of better opportunities and resources.

Lack of access to education and job opportunities is a major issue for migrants in Chicago.

The city is at a breaking point with limited space in shelters and opposition to opening more shelters. [ more ]

Scripps News

NYC sees spike in homeless population due to influx of migrants

The number of homeless people in NYC shelters increased by 53% in the past year, mainly due to an influx of asylum seekers.

Migrant arrivals were responsible for a significant increase in shelter entries for families with children and adult families only. [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles

Intimate partner violence is a precursor to homelessness, study finds

One in five homeless women in California flee violence and abuse from an intimate partner.

Lack of domestic violence shelters leaves women vulnerable to more violence in homeless encampments. [ more ]

Truthout

Left-wing politics

As Housing Costs Skyrocket, Homelessness in U.S. Hits Record High

The number of people experiencing homelessness in the United States reached a new record, largely due to an increase in first-time homelessness.

During the Covid-19 pandemic, extra assistance helped to prevent a further rise in homelessness. [ more ]

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San Francisco

SF claims homeless individuals decline shelter 60% of the time but some say that's inaccurate

In November, 60 percent of the time when San Francisco's Street Outreach team offered shelter to homeless individuals, they were rejected

Some individuals in San Francisco's Tenderloin area disagree with the mayor's claim and believe the city should do more to address homelessness. [ more ]

The Sacramento Bee

6 months ago

Los Angeles

Los Angeles criticized for its handling of homelessness after 16 homeless people escape freeway fire

The fire under the Los Angeles freeway has brought renewed criticism over officials' inability to address homelessness.

Rescue crews were able to safely evacuate everyone from the fire, but the incident highlights the dangers faced by homeless residents in the city.

Officials have set aside nearly $300 million to create shelter beds, but tents and makeshift shelters are still common sights under overpasses and along highway ramps. [ more ]

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Chicago Tribune

Gov. J.B. Pritzker says he's 'deeply concerned' with Mayor Brandon Johnson's migrant shelter plans

Gov. J.B. Pritzker is frustrated with Chicago's handling of the migrant crisis.

Pritzker criticized Mayor Brandon Johnson's plan to evict asylum-seekers from city-run shelters after 60 days and not open new shelters. [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles

Evacuation orders, shelters and road closures in effect Monday in L.A., Ventura and Orange counties

Evacuation orders and warnings are in place in areas of Los Angeles, Ventura, and Orange counties due to heavy rains and the increased risk of mud and debris flows.

Evacuation orders are mandatory, while evacuation warnings are voluntary. [ more ]

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