Vancouver Mayor Pauses Supportive Housing Construction in Downtown Eastside Revitalization Plan
Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim announced a plan to revitalize the troubled Downtown Eastside by pausing new supportive housing construction, cracking down on crime, and updating the area plan to encourage a mix of housing and businesses, aiming to integrate the area into the wider city and address the over...
Vancouver Mayor Pauses Supportive Housing Construction in Downtown Eastside Revitalization Plan
Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim announced a plan to revitalize the troubled Downtown Eastside by pausing new supportive housing construction, cracking down on crime, and updating the area plan to encourage a mix of housing and businesses, aiming to integrate the area into the wider city and address the over...
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44% Bias Score
Ohio Pastor Found Guilty for Sheltering Homeless
In Bryan, Ohio, Pastor Chris Avell was found guilty on Tuesday of violating fire codes for sheltering the homeless in his church, facing a $200 fine and 60 days in jail, while the city maintains it was for public safety, despite the pastor arguing to protect people from sub-zero temperatures.
Ohio Pastor Found Guilty for Sheltering Homeless
In Bryan, Ohio, Pastor Chris Avell was found guilty on Tuesday of violating fire codes for sheltering the homeless in his church, facing a $200 fine and 60 days in jail, while the city maintains it was for public safety, despite the pastor arguing to protect people from sub-zero temperatures.
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48% Bias Score
Louisiana Clears Homeless Encampments Before Super Bowl, Sparking Criticism
Louisiana authorities cleared homeless encampments near the Superdome before the Super Bowl, relocating residents to a costly temporary warehouse, despite criticism from city officials and community groups who advocate for long-term housing solutions. The action, justified by Gov. Jeff Landry as a s...
Louisiana Clears Homeless Encampments Before Super Bowl, Sparking Criticism
Louisiana authorities cleared homeless encampments near the Superdome before the Super Bowl, relocating residents to a costly temporary warehouse, despite criticism from city officials and community groups who advocate for long-term housing solutions. The action, justified by Gov. Jeff Landry as a s...
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60% Bias Score
Bass Issues Executive Order to Expedite LA Wildfire Rebuilding
Facing criticism for her handling of the ongoing LA County fires, Mayor Karen Bass issued an executive order to expedite the rebuilding of over 12,000 destroyed structures, establishing task forces and streamlining permit approvals to address the unprecedented disaster that has already burned over 4...
Bass Issues Executive Order to Expedite LA Wildfire Rebuilding
Facing criticism for her handling of the ongoing LA County fires, Mayor Karen Bass issued an executive order to expedite the rebuilding of over 12,000 destroyed structures, establishing task forces and streamlining permit approvals to address the unprecedented disaster that has already burned over 4...
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40% Bias Score
Ontario's Homelessness Crisis: 80,000+ Experiencing Homelessness, Urgent Investment Needed
A new report reveals over 80,000 Ontarians experienced homelessness in 2023, a 25% increase in two years, prompting calls for \$11 billion in housing investment over 10 years and an additional \$2 billion for encampment resolution.
Ontario's Homelessness Crisis: 80,000+ Experiencing Homelessness, Urgent Investment Needed
A new report reveals over 80,000 Ontarians experienced homelessness in 2023, a 25% increase in two years, prompting calls for \$11 billion in housing investment over 10 years and an additional \$2 billion for encampment resolution.
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36% Bias Score
US Homelessness Hits Record High, with Stark Differences Between Blue and Red States
The US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) reported a record high of over 770,000 homeless individuals in 2023, with an 18% increase in 2023 and a 36% increase since 2019; progressive blue states experienced the largest increases, while red states saw comparatively lower growth despite...
US Homelessness Hits Record High, with Stark Differences Between Blue and Red States
The US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) reported a record high of over 770,000 homeless individuals in 2023, with an 18% increase in 2023 and a 36% increase since 2019; progressive blue states experienced the largest increases, while red states saw comparatively lower growth despite...
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76% Bias Score
New York Homelessness More Than Doubles, Asylum Seekers Cited as Primary Cause
A New York State Comptroller report reveals a more than doubling of homelessness in New York between January 2022 and January 2024, primarily due to the arrival of 88 percent of asylum seekers in New York City, while the rest of the nation saw only a 21 percent increase.
New York Homelessness More Than Doubles, Asylum Seekers Cited as Primary Cause
A New York State Comptroller report reveals a more than doubling of homelessness in New York between January 2022 and January 2024, primarily due to the arrival of 88 percent of asylum seekers in New York City, while the rest of the nation saw only a 21 percent increase.
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64% Bias Score
Attempted Murder of Homeless Man in Madrid
In Madrid, Spain, on February 18, 2024, Juan Ignacio A. allegedly attempted to murder his friend Emilio M. by setting fire to his mattress; a witness intervened, and Juan Ignacio A. was arrested, facing a potential nine-year prison sentence.
Attempted Murder of Homeless Man in Madrid
In Madrid, Spain, on February 18, 2024, Juan Ignacio A. allegedly attempted to murder his friend Emilio M. by setting fire to his mattress; a witness intervened, and Juan Ignacio A. was arrested, facing a potential nine-year prison sentence.
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40% Bias Score
Louisiana Clears Homeless Encampments Before Super Bowl, Sparking Controversy
Ahead of the Super Bowl, Louisiana cleared homeless encampments near the New Orleans Superdome, relocating over 100 people to a \$16.2 million temporary warehouse, clashing with the city's long-term housing plans and raising concerns about effectiveness and cost.
Louisiana Clears Homeless Encampments Before Super Bowl, Sparking Controversy
Ahead of the Super Bowl, Louisiana cleared homeless encampments near the New Orleans Superdome, relocating over 100 people to a \$16.2 million temporary warehouse, clashing with the city's long-term housing plans and raising concerns about effectiveness and cost.
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52% Bias Score
FEMA to End Temporary Housing for Some Hurricane Helene Victims
FEMA is ending temporary housing assistance for some Western North Carolina families left homeless by Hurricane Helene, citing reasons such as habitable homes, declined inspections, or lack of contact. The deadline is January 14th, but those still in need can contact FEMA at 1-800-621-FEMA or visit ...
FEMA to End Temporary Housing for Some Hurricane Helene Victims
FEMA is ending temporary housing assistance for some Western North Carolina families left homeless by Hurricane Helene, citing reasons such as habitable homes, declined inspections, or lack of contact. The deadline is January 14th, but those still in need can contact FEMA at 1-800-621-FEMA or visit ...
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48% Bias Score
D.C. Winter Storm Exposes Growing Homelessness Crisis
A recent winter storm in Washington, D.C., brought temperatures down to 10 degrees Fahrenheit, impacting the city's over 5,600 homeless residents, many of whom sought refuge in shelters such as the Central Union Mission; nationwide, homelessness increased by 18% last year.
D.C. Winter Storm Exposes Growing Homelessness Crisis
A recent winter storm in Washington, D.C., brought temperatures down to 10 degrees Fahrenheit, impacting the city's over 5,600 homeless residents, many of whom sought refuge in shelters such as the Central Union Mission; nationwide, homelessness increased by 18% last year.
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48% Bias Score
Blackpool Woman Found Dead in Restaurant Toilet After Three Days
Sabrina Lyttle, 47, a Blackpool woman with a history of drug and alcohol addiction, was found dead in the locked disabled toilet of the Gurkha Buffet Restaurant after three days; the restaurant's statement claims cleaning protocols were followed, but the family questions this, prompting a council in...
Blackpool Woman Found Dead in Restaurant Toilet After Three Days
Sabrina Lyttle, 47, a Blackpool woman with a history of drug and alcohol addiction, was found dead in the locked disabled toilet of the Gurkha Buffet Restaurant after three days; the restaurant's statement claims cleaning protocols were followed, but the family questions this, prompting a council in...
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44% Bias Score