Inside Safe
Coverage of Inside Safe in the Nexus archive.
- Homelessness in LA is once again on the rise
Homelessness in Los Angeles increased by 3.5% in 2026, with unsheltered homelessness rising 8%, according to a leaked count. Mayor Karen Bass attributed the rise to state and federal funding cuts, particularly under the Trump administration, despite prior declines through her Inside Safe program. The results challenge Bass's re-election campaign, which focused on reducing homelessness.
- Skid Row's murder rate is 17 times higher than LA overall. Would clearing encampments change that?
Skid Row's murder rate in 2024 was 17 times higher than Los Angeles overall, with data showing fatal shootings clustered around encampments. Analysis reveals at least 278 unhoused shooting victims since 2015, and debate continues over whether clearing encampments would reduce violence.
- Los Angeles mayor: Who's running in the June 2 primary and why it matters
Los Angeles mayor Karen Bass is seeking a second term in the June 2 primary. Key issues include addressing homelessness, managing Palisades Fire recovery, and preparing for the 2028 Olympics. The mayor's role involves budget approval, departmental oversight, and emergency declarations, as seen in Bass's launch of the Inside Safe program and appointment of Police Chief Jim McDonnell.