Tag #Homelessness

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NYC Subway Arson Murder Suspect to Appear in Court

Sebastian Zapeta-Calil, a 33-year-old undocumented immigrant from Guatemala, is charged with murder and arson for allegedly setting fire to a sleeping woman on a Brooklyn subway train early Sunday, resulting in her death from thermal injuries and smoke inhalation; a court hearing is scheduled for Fr...

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England's Housing Crisis: 354,000 Homeless, Children Worst Affected

England faces a severe housing crisis with 354,000 officially homeless, impacting primary school children most severely; London shows one in 24 pupils in temporary housing, highlighting failed Conservative policies, though recent council funding and the Renters' Reform Bill offer some hope.

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Unsafe Housing: UK Council Pays for Family's Dilapidated Temporary Home

Fauzia's family lives in a west London house with raw sewage and maggots; Enfield Council pays \$2,543 monthly for this property, highlighting a wider crisis of 123,000 households in temporary accommodation in England, impacting 160,000 children and costing councils \$1 billion last year.

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UK Prioritizes Veterans for Social Housing

The UK government will prioritize veterans and their families for social housing, waiving local connection rules and disregarding injury compensation in means testing, aiming to address veteran homelessness following a £3.5 million investment in support services.

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Berlin Study: Discrimination Increases Homelessness Risk for Queer Individuals

A Berlin study reveals a strong correlation between discrimination and homelessness among queer individuals, highlighting insufficient support services and the need for queer-sensitive aid, increased housing, and staff training.

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Detroit Nonprofits Combat Rising Homelessness Amidst Freezing Temperatures

In Detroit, Covenant House Michigan is aiding the city's over 6,000 homeless individuals by providing shelter and support during freezing temperatures, as seen in their recent assistance to a pregnant teen.

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California Voters Approve Stricter Penalties for Theft and Drug Possession

California voters ousted progressive District Attorney George Gascón and overwhelmingly approved Proposition 36, which increases penalties for certain thefts and drug possession, reversing aspects of Proposition 47 to address rising crime and homelessness, effective December 18th.

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Pregnant Homeless Woman Ticketed While in Labor in Louisville

A Louisville, Kentucky police officer ticketed a homeless pregnant woman for unlawful camping while she was in labor and waiting for an ambulance on September 27, 2024; she later gave birth to a healthy baby boy.

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£1 Billion UK Funding to Tackle Record Homelessness in England

The UK government announced a nearly £1 billion cash injection for English councils to tackle record homelessness levels, impacting over 123,100 households and 160,000 children in temporary accommodation, with the funding focusing on prevention and access to permanent social housing.

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Dresden Churches Offer Unique Homeless Shelter Program

Seven Dresden churches provide nightly shelter for the homeless from November to March, offering 25 beds, meals, and amenities at each location, accommodating 30-40 people nightly and supported by 250 volunteers.

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Ontario Unveils Plan to Clear Homeless Encampments with Stricter Laws and Increased Funding

Ontario introduces legislation increasing penalties for trespassing and banning public drug use to clear homeless encampments, while investing $75.5 million in shelters and housing, aiming to resolve conflicts with court rulings that prevent evictions without adequate alternatives.

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Sacramento's New Mayor Prioritizes Combating Homelessness Crisis

Newly inaugurated Sacramento Mayor Kevin McCarty vows to tackle the city's homelessness crisis through immediate spending audits, stricter enforcement of anti-camping laws, and collaboration with the county to expand shelter and mental health services, despite concerns over sufficient capacity.

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