homelessness crisis
Coverage of homelessness crisis in the Nexus archive.
- WA is in the running for worst-performing homelessness response
Washington state is competing for the title of worst-performing homelessness response. The article questions why the state continues to promote Housing First, given a lack of evidence linking homelessness to a housing crisis.
- Judge Shoots Down Trump’s Homeless Funding Shift: ‘The Hallmark of Unreasoned Decision Making’
A federal judge rejected the Trump administration's attempt to redirect 2025 funding from permanent housing to temporary shelters and sobriety programs for homeless individuals in California. The ruling, however, did not prohibit future attempts to modify the funding allocation.
- Can a sober shelter provide a different answer to SF’s homelessness crisis?
Hope House, San Francisco's only sober shelter, requires residents to follow a daily schedule. Supporters argue the city needs more such facilities, but opinions on the approach are divided.
- L.A. mayoral candidate Nithya Raman outlines vision for city in KTLA interview
Los Angeles mayoral candidate Nithya Raman discussed her vision for the city in a KTLA interview, addressing topics including her previous endorsement of incumbent Karen Bass, a recent rise in burglaries, and the homelessness crisis. The November runoff will determine the next mayor between Raman and Bass.
- Mayor Karen Bass is in the toughest reelection fight of her career. She says she intends to win it
Mayor Karen Bass faces a challenging reelection battle, likely requiring a runoff in Tuesday's primary. Critics argue her challenges extend beyond the homelessness crisis and the Palisades fire.
- Mayor Karen Bass is in the toughest reelection fight of her career. She says she intends to win it
Mayor Karen Bass faces a challenging reelection battle and will likely need a runoff. Critics highlight issues beyond homelessness and the Palisades fire as major concerns.
- Voters enraged at ‘zero progress’ on homelessness
Los Angeles voters are frustrated with the lack of progress in addressing the homelessness crisis as they approach the mayoral and gubernatorial elections.
- Woke LA mayoral favorite who shrugs shoulders at homelessness crisis rants at rival Spencer Pratt for filming commercial revealing HER pristine home and neighborhood
A 'woke' Los Angeles mayoral candidate, who has been criticized for her lack of action on the homelessness crisis, ranted at rival Spencer Pratt for filming a commercial that showcased her pristine home and neighborhood. The incident highlights tensions between political figures and public perceptions of their personal lives versus policy priorities.