Homelessness

The economics of housing the homeless is a tricky equation, especially in New York City, which has a right-to-shelter mandate, meaning the city has to provide a temporary bed to anyone who needs it. Because of demand, the city often houses people in apartments and hotels where accommodations can be spotty and social services nonexistent. […]

One formerly-homeless barista describes working while living out of her car.

Kaiser joins other healthcare organizations investing in affordable housing.

The U.S. homeless population ticked up last year for the first time since 2010, led by a 26 percent percent surge in Los Angeles.

The annual count rose 23 percent. Expectations are growing for two major funding efforts recently approved by L.A. voters.

'Support the Girls' encourages donations of products women need, like feminine hygiene supplies and bras.

The donations will go to a homelessness outreach initiative run by local nonprofits.

Her mother's stroke meant one young woman had to grow up, fast.

County supervisors call on the state to provide more funds to tackle the problem.