As shelters fill, NYC weighs tents to house migrants
September 23, 2022 GMTNEW YORK (AP) — New York City's mayor says he plans to erect hangar-sized tents as temporary shelter for thousands of international migrants who have been bused into the Big Apple as part of a campaign by Republican governors to disrupt federal border policies.
$5M in American Rescue Plan funds to help shelters in winter
September 21, 2022 GMTCONCORD, N.H. (AP) — New Hampshire is using $5 million in American Rescue Plan Act funds to support homeless shelters across the state this winter.
The funds, approved earlier this month by the Executive Council and the Joint Legislative Fiscal Committee, will provide one-time grants to support shelter providers, including short-term cold weather shelters, to address pandemic related increased costs and anticipated demand as the winter months approach.
Pandemic homeless hotels close, sending some back to streets
September 16, 2022 GMTDENVER (AP) — As Charlie Gilmore collected his belongings Friday to leave the Denver hotel that had been a home to him and 137 other previously homeless people during the pandemic, he pondered where he would spend the night.
Homeless shelters begin to see value in making room for pets
May 1, 2022 GMTLOS ANGELES (AP) — Being homeless in Los Angeles and struggling with addiction is hard enough, but Rachel Niebur couldn't imagine enduring it without her dog Petey.
Niebur credits her constant companion, an energetic black and white chihuahua mix, with helping her keep off drugs and giving her a reason to get up in the morning.
Order to expire requiring masks in nursing homes, hospitals
April 15, 2022 GMTHARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — People will no longer be required to wear face masks in Connecticut hospitals, outpatient health care settings and homeless shelters, once a state masking order expires early Friday.
Two hotels to stop housing homeless following complaints
February 26, 2022 GMTSOUTH PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — Two hotels in Maine will stop hosting hundreds of people experiencing homelessness because of complaints from neighboring businesses.
The Days Inn and Comfort Inn near the Maine Mall in South Portland will not renew its contract with MaineHousing to provide emergency shelter when it expires May 31, the Portland Press Herald reports.
Oregon mayors push for emergency homeless shelter money
February 12, 2022 GMTPORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Portland Mayor Ted Wheeler is leading an effort to pressure the state to immediately pay for temporary homeless shelters a week after announcing a planned crackdown on homeless camps near busy roadways.
Bill would make it easier for homeless to get state IDs
January 15, 2022 GMTBOSTON (AP) — A bill approved by the Massachusetts Senate would make it easier for people who are homeless to obtain a state ID.
Under current state law, a person experiencing homelessness who wants to obtain a Massachusetts identification card is faced with costly fees and documentation requirements, including providing proof of a residence that they may not have.
Ex-homeless shelter head agrees to pay $6M settlement
January 13, 2022 GMTBOSTON (AP) — The former head of a publicly funded nonprofit that runs homeless shelters in Massachusetts has agreed to pay $6 million to settle allegations that he funneled state money to himself by renting properties he owned to the shelter at inflated rates, the state attorney general's office announced Thursday.
Volunteer shortage endangers Lawrence emergency shelter
December 23, 2021 GMTLAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) — A shortage of volunteers is jeopardizing Lawrence's ability to operate a winter emergency shelter that was set up because the city's main homeless shelter had to reduce its occupancy during the pandemic, officials say.
Homeless shelter only for single women opens in Fort Wayne
December 19, 2021 GMTFORT WAYNE, Ind. (AP) — A homeless shelter intended only for single women has opened in Fort Wayne to address a shortage of such emergency space in the city.
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Report says 100,000 NYC students were homeless in 2020-2021
November 8, 2021 GMTNEW YORK (AP) — More than 100,000 New York City schoolchildren were homeless at some point during the 2020-2021 school year, a 42% increase since 2010, according to a report released Monday by the group Advocates for Children.
Reallocated funds headed to nursing homes, food pantries
October 31, 2021 GMTCONCORD, N.H. (AP) — Nursing homes, food pantries and homeless shelters are among the facilities that will receive additional money from New Hampshire's initial allotment of coronavirus relief aid.
US court order to house LA Skid Row homeless overturned
September 23, 2021 GMTLOS ANGELES (AP) — A federal judge’s sweeping order requiring the city and county of Los Angeles to quickly shelter all homeless people living on downtown’s Skid Row was overturned Thursday by an appeals court that called it an abuse of judicial discretion.
Portland approves new homeless shelter to house hundreds
September 15, 2021 GMTPORTLAND, Maine (AP) — The city of Portland has approved a new homeless shelter that will house hundreds and provide job assistance, an on-site health clinic and housing and other services.
Supporters said the Riverside Street shelter is an urgent need for Mainers because of the inadequate conditions of other shelters in the city.
Advocates for homeless demand more action from lawmakers
September 9, 2021 GMTProvidence, R.I. (AP) — Advocates for homeless Rhode Islanders are urging state leaders to do more to address a big increase in the problem since the pandemic began.
Members of the Rhode Island Homeless Advocacy Project set up dozens of tents on the grounds of the Statehouse on Thursday to draw attention to what they say is a quickly worsening problem.
GOP’s Faulconer: Boost shelters for homeless Californians
June 29, 2021 GMTSACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — Republican gubernatorial candidate Kevin Faulconer wants to create more homeless shelters in California as part of his effort to get people off the streets, declaring homelessness in the state an emergency that must be treated like one.
Anchorage to consider homeless shelter location ordinance
June 1, 2021 GMTANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — City officials in Anchorage are considering a change to its land use code that would expand where homeless shelters could be built in the city.
Once-homeless high school senior now sought by 50 colleges
May 29, 2021 GMTPHILADELPHIA (AP) —
At last, Destiny Jackson, then 13, said to herself.
After the abuse and the torment she’d endured over time, someone had called representatives from Philadelphia’s Department of Human Services into her family’s West Philadelphia home.
Teen baker sweetens lives making desserts for those in need
May 20, 2021 GMTVedika Jawa’s mission to sweeten the lives of those in need began when she was just 13, on a family trip to San Francisco. She could not help but see the multitudes living on the streets.
She returned home to Fremont, California, determined to help.
Costs for new homeless shelter double 2017 estimates
May 4, 2021 GMTPORTLAND, Maine (AP) — Proposals to build and lease a new homeless shelter in Portland, Maine, would cost double what was projected in 2017 in part because of new specifications that would allow social distancing at the proposed shelter...
Shelters struggle to vaccinate Pittsburgh’s homeless
May 1, 2021 GMTPITTSBURGH (AP) — Light of Life Rescue Mission had a vaccine clinic planned to help vaccinate homeless people earlier this month...
Chief: Motel housing homeless during virus straining police
April 28, 2021 GMTBERLIN, Vt. (AP) — Criminal activity at a central Vermont motel that is serving as a homeless shelter during the coronavirus pandemic is straining the Berlin Police Department, according to its police chief...
Housing agency ends Trump-era anti-transgender shelter rule
April 22, 2021 GMTWASHINGTON (AP) — The Department of Housing and Urban Development is withdrawing a Trump-era policy that would have allowed taxpayer-funded homeless shelters to deny access to transgender people...
Bibb County to buy ex-school that now hosts homeless shelter
April 22, 2021 GMTMACON, Ga. (AP) — A middle Georgia government plans to buy a former school that was rapidly turned into a homeless shelter after two men froze to death on Christmas...
EXPLAINER: The law and science behind the CDC’s eviction ban
April 13, 2021 GMTWhen the U.S. government enacted a ban on evictions, it did so through an unlikely agency: the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention...
Mayor orders probe after women accuse homeless shelter exec
February 8, 2021 GMTNEW YORK (AP) — New York Mayor Bill de Blasio on Sunday ordered an independent audit of the city’s nonprofit shelter providers after a published report described multiple sexual abuse accusations against the top executive of one of the largest providers...
Tennessee city opens homeless shelter in vacant civic center
January 1, 2021 GMTJACKSON, Tenn. (AP) — The city of Jackson has no permanent homeless shelter, but it has opened a temporary shelter for the winter, The Jackson Sun reported...
Renton City Council: Homeless people at hotel must move out
December 15, 2020 GMTSEATTLE (AP) — A suburban Seattle city council passed emergency legislation Monday that tightens city regulations around homeless shelters, and will require more than 200 people temporarily living in a local hotel to move...
Racine homeless shelter facing deficit over motel bills
December 13, 2020 GMTRACINE, Wis. (AP) — Officials at Racine's largest homeless shelter says they are facing a $148,000 deficit mainly for the costs of motel stays for people during the coronavirus pandemic...
Street encampment in Ogden grows during pandemic
December 13, 2020 GMTOGDEN, Utah (AP) — At night, sleeping in his tent along 33rd Street in Ogden outside the Lantern House homeless shelter, Danny Gomez feels the bite.
Homeless amputee dies in Bend from cold weather exposure
November 12, 2020 GMTBEND, Ore. (AP) — A homeless man and double leg amputee died in Bend, Oregon this week as temperatures hovered around freezing and strong, gusting winds hit the region...
Census takers head to homeless shelters, outdoor camps
September 22, 2020 GMTLOS ANGELES (AP) — Starting this week, census takers are grabbing reflective vests, face masks, bug spray and flashlights and heading out at night in groups of four to track down one of the hardest populations to count in the 2020 census — the homeless...
Buying masks, delivering food: Teens step up in pandemic
August 27, 2020 GMTDALLAS (AP) — In the midst of the coronavirus pandemic, communities across the country have discovered a powerful resource that has stepped forward to make a difference: America’s teenagers...
No date set for homeless shelter’s opening
August 25, 2020 GMTBULLHEAD CITY — Opening of the Legacy Foundation Christine Stamper Center for Help & Hope remains on hold because COVID-19 continues to affect the community.
The day center and shelter will remain closed “until we know it’s going to be safe,” said Jean Christofferson, director of marketing and communications for Catholic Charities of Arizona.
Amazon homeless shelter boosts unique program for sick kids
July 4, 2020 GMTSEATTLE (AP) — After becoming homeless, Connie Wade realized she'd be missing something critical to care for her daughter...
Homeless shelters, hospitals get help as testing expands
April 29, 2020 GMTCONCORD, N.H. (AP) — Homeless shelters and hospitals are getting more financial help, and the state continues to ramp up testing for the coronavirus.
A look at some of the virus-related developments in New Hampshire:
California recommends virus tests for some with no symptoms
April 22, 2020 GMTSACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — California public health officials say local authorities should test people for the coronavirus in “high risk settings” even if they don't have symptoms, a change aimed at health care workers, prisoners and the homeless...
Virus cluster at LA shelter as governor calls for more tests
April 22, 2020 GMTLOS ANGELES (AP) — A cluster of coronavirus cases at a second California homeless shelter has infected at least 56 people, officials said Tuesday, and Gov. Gavin Newsom acknowledged the state's testing of homeless people has been inadequate and promised more.
Advocates furious after outbreak at San Francisco shelter
April 11, 2020 GMTSAN FRANCISCO (AP) — In the biggest outbreak at a homeless shelter in California to date, San Francisco's mayor announced Friday that 70 people have tested positive for the coronavirus, infuriating advocates who had sought more aggressive action to protect homeless people...
Las Vegas marking parking places for homeless encampment
March 31, 2020 GMTLAS VEGAS (AP) — Homeless people in Las Vegas have been directed to sleep in rectangles painted on the pavement in a makeshift parking lot camp as a way to limit the spread of the coronavirus, a move that is stirring outrage by some on social media...
Montpelier City Council approves $10k for homeless shelter
October 12, 2019 GMTMONTPELIER, Vt. (AP) — A homeless shelter in downtown Montpelier could open early thanks to a $10,000 appropriation from the city council in the Vermont capital.
The appropriation came after a request from the newly formed Homelessness Task Force Committee.
Advocate: Lawmaker panel vote against homelessness plan ‘like Giannis going for the slam dunk and missing it’
May 15, 2019 GMTIn a move that stunned the state’s top homeless advocates, Republicans on the Legislature’s budget-writing committee Tuesday voted against a plan to combat homelessness crafted primarily by fellow Republicans and embraced by Democratic Gov.
Homeless Shelters Call on State for More Funds
February 25, 2019 GMTBy Elise Takahama
Boston University Statehouse Program
BOSTON -- Derek Vaughn had been living on the streets and battling heroin addiction for years when he finally found his way to a Boston shelter in 2017.
Homeless shelter, day center project in BHC breaks ground
February 1, 2019 GMTBULLHEAD CITY — The ground-breaking ceremony Wednesday for construction of the Bullhead City Shelter and Day Center was a long-anticipated event.
A chilly wind blew across the hilly spot in the 1500 block of North Oatman Road where the shelter will be built.
Where to turn?
January 19, 2019 GMTSTAMFORD — The number of people spending their nights inside the Stamford train station always grows during the coldest months of the year, but this year has seen a bigger spike than usual, according to a local service provider.
The homeless need support services, not just houses, to keep from returning to the streets, officials say
October 17, 2018 GMTThe homeless need support services, not just houses, to keep from returning to the streets, officials say
AKRON, Ohio – Homeless advocate Sage Lewis has moved five people from a controversial tent encampment on property he owns on Broad Street to a house he has acquired, he said.
Dangerous ‘walk of shame’ to Santa Fe
August 6, 2018 GMTConnie Krickhuhn isn’t sure why her younger brother tried to cross Interstate 25 near Cerrillos Road on a dark October night nearly three years ago.
Alan Cruthirds, incarcerated for two days after being cited for drinking alcohol in public, a misdemeanor, had been released from the Santa Fe County jail just hours before he died.
Discrimination complaint filed against shelter’s attorney
July 11, 2018 GMTANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — A discrimination complaint was filed against an Anchorage attorney who is defending a homeless shelter from a discrimination complaint...
Washington County gets a second homeless shelter
July 9, 2018 GMTTacked to the front door of the former rectory near St. Genevieve Catholic Church in Hugo was the weeks to-do list for the volunteers helping turn the six-bedroom farmhouse into Washington Countys second homeless shelter.
Fayetteville homeless shelter staffer charged with fondling resident
June 19, 2018 GMTA Fayetteville man has been charged with fondling an 18-year-old resident of the homeless shelter where he works, police said.
Theon Trammell, 26, of 521 Ramsey St., was arrested Friday on one count of misdemeanor sexual battery.
Evacuations impact Big Island’s rental, homeless housing
June 1, 2018 GMTHILO, Hawaii (AP) — Hawaii officials have reached a crossroad between providing shelter for volcano eruption evacuees and holding steady on a push to regulate rental and homeless housing...
Extension denied for temporary homeless shelter
April 28, 2018 GMTMOUNT VERNON — A winter homeless shelter at the Mount Vernon Seventh-Day Adventist Church was denied a 90-day extension Thursday, leaving those who use it with few options.
There is no provision in city code for an extension, and changing the law would require action by the City Council and time for study and public comment, said Chris Phillips, director of the city’s Planning and Development Services department.
Public’s turn tonight to weigh in on homeless shelter moratorium
April 17, 2018 GMTMount Vernon OKs rules for temporary homeless shelters, encampments
January 26, 2018 GMTMOUNT VERNON — The Mount Vernon City Council approved Wednesday an ordinance that creates a path for religious organizations to run temporary homeless shelters or encampments.
‘Giving jar’ wasn’t enough: Girl leads Blaine church drive to help homeless
January 24, 2018 GMTEleanor Donley, 11, realized the money from her giving jar wouldnt be enough to buy all the things she wanted to give to the people shed met at a homeless shelter.
So she came up with an even better way to help them: organizing a collection drive through her church.
Eleven appointed to homeless shelter site review committee
January 24, 2018 GMTThe Sutter County Board of Supervisors appointed 11 community members Tuesday to serve on the ad-hoc homeless shelter location site review committee.
After proposing Whiteaker Hall on Second Street as a possible shelter and receiving considerable public disapproval last fall, the board moved to appoint citizens to a committee to consider other shelter sites.
’Tis the season for make-or-break fund drive at homeless shelter
December 19, 2017 GMTSTERLING – While Twin Cities PADS Executive Director Myles Newberry has great faith in the community's generosity, the holiday season is still a bit nerve-racking.
Like many nonprofits, the success of the homeless shelter's holiday fundraising campaign is critical to its operations.
Two shot near Fayetteville homeless shelter
December 19, 2017 GMTAuthorities are investigating after two men were shot near a Fayetteville homeless shelter Monday evening.
Authorities said the incident happened at about 5 p.m. in the 500 block of Edwards Street near the Operation In As Much shelter on Hillsboro Street.
Blessed Trinity Academy student wins essay contest
December 13, 2017 GMTA Blessed Trinity Academy student won the Homeless Children's Education Fund's 2017 Catholic Diocese of Pittsburgh Poster and Essay Contest and gained a deeper understanding of the region's homeless population.
HomeAid provides essentials for area homeless shelters
December 1, 2017 GMTNovember, the official observance of National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Month, has come and gone, but the work continues every day to help men, women, children, families and veterans who are living in crisis.
Man stabbed to death inside Philadelphia homeless shelter
July 29, 2017 GMTBy Staff
A man was stabbed to death inside a Center City homeless shelter Saturday morning and a person is in custody, according to police.
The attack occurred at the Sunday Rescue Mission on North 13th Street, just north of Vine Street.
Man stabbed to death inside Philadelphia homeless shelter
July 29, 2017 GMTBy Staff
A man was stabbed to death inside a Center City homeless shelter Saturday morning and a person is in custody, according to police.
The attack occurred at the Sunday Rescue Mission on North 13th Street, just north of Vine Street.
Board to oversee new homeless shelters gearing up for new role, considering appointment of Josh Romney
April 26, 2017 GMTIt’s a homeless shelter that folds like an accordion: These WSU students think it’s perfect for Spokane
April 25, 2017 GMTA team of architecture students at Washington State University has designed and built a portable homeless shelter that can be folded like an accordion into a variety of shapes and sizes.
They say it’s perfect for a city like Spokane, where it will be featured in a design competition this week.
Minnesota housing advocates worry about homeless seniors
April 18, 2017 GMTMOORHEAD — Alarm bells are going off around the state as homeless shelters and housing organizations witness a troubling rise in the number of seniors looking for help.
"I think we're starting to see the beginning of the wave," said Sue Koesterman, executive director of Churches United for the Homeless shelter in Moorhead.
McAdams: Proposed Draper sites for homeless shelter remain options
March 30, 2017 GMTConcert April 8 in Portage to help homeless shelter
March 27, 2017 GMTThe staff of River Haven Homeless Shelter is again in the uncharacteristic position of stepping into the limelight, or rather, taking over the limelight, for the spring production of the Harmony for the Homeless Concert.
A.M. notes: ’97 Jazz reunite, residents protest homeless shelters, London attack fallout, major day for health care bill
March 23, 2017 GMTCounty adds sixth site option for new homeless shelter — another in South Salt Lake
March 21, 2017 GMTDessert tasting benefits Stamford homeless shelter’s young adults
March 20, 2017 GMTSTAMFORD — An upcoming fundraiser will benefit a city homeless shelter’s new program for young adults.
The ninth annual Pacific House Dessert and Chocolate Tasting will be held March 31 in Greenwich.
Governor signs bills to fund homeless shelters, cut down wait time at polling places
March 17, 2017 GMTJay Evensen: Why build three homeless shelters instead of one?
March 15, 2017 GMTLegislature poised to fund new homeless shelters, pave way for 3rd site in Salt Lake County
March 9, 2017 GMTBill would give state, Salt Lake County leaders power to choose homeless shelter site
March 6, 2017 GMTAfter initial controversy, Fayetteville homeless shelter opens
March 3, 2017 GMTMore than three years in the making, a homeless shelter for men opens Sunday in Fayetteville.
The Lodge, at the corner of Hillsboro and Chance streets, will provide a place to sleep for 40 men – up to 80 will be accommodated on bitterly cold nights – as well as other services.
Local hospice donates to Big Momma’s House
February 23, 2017 GMTDoug Lindley/Idaho State JournalPastor Jacqualine “Big Momma” Thomas, center, is momentarily overwhelmed by the generosity of Encompass Home Health & Hospice staff members, who bought kitchen equipment for Big Momma’s House, Thomas’ planned homeless shelter in Pocatello.