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Housing & Homelessness
The “Community Opportunity to Purchase Act” would give organizations committed to keeping rents low the first chance to make an offer on buildings coming up for sale.
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Annual unhoused population tally gives snapshot of region’s needs and progress at a pivotal moment
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After pulling funds from the agency that led L.A.’s homelessness response for years, county officials say their new approach will be more accountable.Listen 0:43
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Many officials celebrated the results of last year’s count, but it’s unclear if homelessness in the region will continue to decline in the face of funding losses.
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Gov. Gavin Newsom’s administration is pressuring local leaders to pass ordinances regulating homeless encampments, among other requirements.
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These programs give struggling landlords a way to raise rents above what local caps normally allow. But few apply, and even fewer get approved. LAist asked why.
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Homeowners say recovery from the January 2025 L.A. fires has been slowed by fights with insurers to get their claims paid.
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Dave Goldstein says Scorpio tenants are “particular” and Libras are “gold.” Housing rights attorneys say there’s no specific law against asking, but it’s legally dicey.Listen 0:45
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County homelessness officials propose $219 million in reductions for the coming budget year.Listen 0:44
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The Superior Court order stems from a legal challenge by a coalition of West L.A. residents who asked a judge to intervene.
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Homeless women face unique health challenges with few dedicated resources.Listen 4:41
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Attorney Dennis Block is accused of keeping unearned fees, not paying court sanctions on time and representing both tenant and landlord in a dispute.Listen 0:45
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The city was ordered to pay the fees for L.A. Alliance and other organizations that sued the city and county of Los Angeles in a push for more shelter
