Housing - Page 33

July 12, 2023

Israel moves to evict squatter from cave home on the beach 50 years after settling in

A squatter in Israel who built an elaborate home in a cave on a Mediterranean beach is being evicted 50 years later. The notice claimed that the structure was illegal.

June 29, 2023

DOJ argues DeSantis-backed law banning Chinese land ownership near Florida military bases 'unconstitutional'

The Department of Justice is arguing against a Florida law signed by Gov. Ron DeSantis law month restricting Chinese nationals and the CCP from buying land near military installations.

June 29, 2023

NYC Mayor Eric Adams berates woman after question about high rent: 'I'm a grown man'

Democratic New York City Mayor Eric Adams blasted a woman asking about high rent in the city, saying she pointed at him like he was on a "plantation" she owned.

June 28, 2023

Squatters arrested after daughters locked up, forced to eat mattress to survive: police

A couple squatting in public housing in the Bronx were indicted after police rescued two girls from the apartment who were allegedly locked in a room and eating a mattress.

June 26, 2023

Israeli government approves Jewish housing plan in West Bank despite US criticism

A plan to build thousands of homes for Jewish settlers in the West Bank has been approved by Israel's government. The decision defied U.S. criticism of Israel's settlement policies.

June 23, 2023

Bipartisan affordable housing measures become Wisconsin law

A bipartisan affordable housing package that cleared the Wisconsin Legislature has gained final approval from Democratic Gov. Tony Evers, who signed five measures into law Thursday.

June 19, 2023

Progressives want to stop landlords from using criminal background checks to screen renters

The bill would prevent consumer reporting agencies from including criminal history in screenings for prospective tenants.

June 18, 2023

Squatter teacher, family invade luxury home as homeowner faces months-long eviction battle: realtor

A public school teacher in Houston, Texas, finally vacated a home where she and her family were allegedly squatting since January, according to local reports.

June 16, 2023

Florida squatter arrested after homeowner returns from trip abroad

A Florida homeowner caught a squatter in his home after being away for months, resulting in an arrest.

June 16, 2023

Rhode Island Senate approves $14 billion budget proposal for 2024 fiscal year

A $14 billion budget was approved by the Rhode Island Senate for the 2024 fiscal year. The spending will be directed toward the housing crisis, education funding, and more.