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Lifestyle May 9

First lady Melania Trump scores win for America's foster youth with $25M investment

First lady Melania Trump on Friday announced a $25 million foster youth investment to support America's youth who are transitioning out of foster care. It will help provide housing for them.

Senate Democrats May 7

Dems, GOP form rare alliance on youth homelessness bill as crisis impacts nation

The Homeless Children & Youth Act will be introduced Wednesday by Sens. Angela Alsobrooks, D-Md., and Katie Britt, R-Ala.

Homeless Crisis May 5

Dem city uses 'bait-and-switch' tactic to approve homeless shelter, locals erupt

New Yorkers marched down the streets of Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn, on Sunday to oppose the creation of a homeless shelter they did not approve.

VIDEO May 5

Residents rally against NYC homeless shelter plans after district changed original plan for affordable housing

Protests erupted at Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn, New York City, on Sunday after a site initially approved as affordable housing was switched to become a homeless shelter. 

Trump's First 100 Days May 1

HUD Secretary Scott Turner lays out agency wins during first 100 days, shares priorities for next 100

HUD Secretary Scott Turner discusses agency wins during the Trump administration's first 100 days, and lays out some upcoming priorities for the agency over the next 100.

Opinion April 26

Here's why helping the homeless rebuild their lives is key to America’s future success

Supporting the homeless in healing and becoming productive members of society is not just about compassion; it is also a strategic investment in America’s long-term prosperity and strength.

Politics April 25

California floats plan to allow homeless students to sleep in their cars amid housing crisis

A Public Policy Institute of California report found California has among the lowest homeownership rates and the most expensive housing in the country.

Homeless Crisis April 24

Dem mayor fed up with homeless crisis proposes jailing vagrants who refuse housing

San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan proposes jailing homeless people who refuse shelter services after three times, deviating from his party's progressive flank.

California April 21

California mayor wants to give homeless people 'all the fentanyl they want': 'Need to purge these people'

A Southern California mayor said he wants to eliminate his city's homeless population by "giving them all the fentanyl they want," as he now faces a recall effort.

Media April 15

Mayor Daniel Lurie sees 'vibe shift' in San Francisco as he works to clean up city

Democratic San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie declared that more and more people are proud to be San Franciscans again as he has worked to bring order to its streets.

US April 12

Massive nude woman sculpture in blue city sparks reaction after public unveiling: 'Embarrassed'

San Francisco unveiled a 45-foot nude statue, prompting criticism across the political spectrum as homelessness and public safety dominate headlines.