Housing & Homelessness

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Appeals court clears LAHSA to seek federal funds, rejecting Trump admin effort to sideline agency

The court decision Thursday is the latest in an ongoing fight over whether the L.A. region’s lead homeless services agency can access and direct federal dollars.

A new California law forces one community to try something different over homelessness

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At a talent show on Los Angeles’ Skid Row, the performers are all part of the homeless community

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How do you get a housing permit in California? He can hook you up, for a fee

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LA providers say federal funding delays ‘wreaking havoc’ in homeless services system

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Amid Protests, A Plan To Build A 'Tiny Home' Community in Arcadia Stalls

“Tiny home” villages are cropping up across L.A. But in the wealthy suburb of Arcadia, fierce backlash to such a proposal is giving city leaders pause.
California To Simplify Rent Relief Application Many Have Found Confusing

A small survey of rent relief providers finds that applicants face language, documentation and digital barriers. The state says fixes are on the way.
Elderly Japanese Americans Must Find New Housing After State Approves Closure Of Their Senior Home

A coalition of family members and community activists say they will continue the fight to keep the residents in their Boyle Heights facility.
There's A New Proposal For The Homelessness Crisis: Get Agencies To Work Together

The Committee for Greater L.A. released a report identifying some of the “underlying problems” and are now proposing a new solution for how Los Angeles handles its homelessness crisis.
Talk Of Housing For Homeless In Arcadia Stirs Controversy

It’s not just L.A. Its suburbs are also debating over what to do about growing homelessness. A proposal to build tiny homes in Arcadia led to a face-off between dueling sides on Sunday in front of a city council member’s house.
Newsom Unveils $12 Billion Plan To Fight Homelessness, Aims To Put Thousands In Permanent Housing

The governor says the money would place 65,000 people in permanent housing and end family homelessness within five years.
Judge Carter Tells LA County: You're Not Getting Out Of This Homelessness Lawsuit

The city and county have been ordered to find housing or shelter for every homeless person on Skid Row — and to do it within 6 months.
LA County Wants Out Of Homelessness Lawsuit

Lawyers for L.A. County asked a federal judge today to dismiss them from a lawsuit that would force county officials to take action on the homelessness crisis.
Deadline Is Closing To Get Help Paying Your Back Rent In LA

If you haven’t yet applied for rental assistance, and you owe rent between April 1, 2020 and March 30, 2021, now’s your chance.
California's Rent Moratorium Is Due To Expire June 30. What's Next Is Unclear

With two months left before California’s eviction moratorium ends June 30, political momentum isn’t on the side of tenants for an extension.
Federal Judge Gives Los Angeles Leaders 60 Days To Map Out $1 Billion Of Homelessness Spending

Judge David Carter is known for bold, unpredictable actions aimed at forcing public officials to take greater responsibility for homelessness.
Unhoused Angelenos Struggling To Access Financial Stimulus Payments

For unhoused Angelenos who might not have a bank account or internet access, receiving much-needed stimulus checks is proving tough.

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