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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Here’s What Progress LA's Mayor Has Made On Homelessness So Far

One year in, L.A. Mayor Karen Bass’ administration says 3,551 people have been permanently housed.
LA Mayor Promised To Fast-Track Affordable Housing. But Plans Near Single-Family Homes Have Stalled

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Finding A Shelter Bed In LA Isn’t Easy: LA City Controller Releases Audit

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These Volunteers Are Trying To Fill The Gaps In LA’s Response To The Homelessness Crisis

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LA To Require Hotels And Short Term Rentals Like Airbnb To Obtain A Police Permit

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One Of The Largest Evictions In Los Angeles History Is Based On Claims The City Denies

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