U.S. homelessness surges 18 percent to record level, annual report says
Homelessness in the U.S. increased by 18% between January 2023 and January 2024, marking the highest level on record.
U.S. homelessness up 18% as affordable housing remains out of reach for many people
The U.S. homelessness rate has significantly increased, primarily due to affordable housing shortages, climate disasters, and migrant impacts.
100-plus cities in the U.S. banned homeless camping this year. But will it work?
The rise in local homelessness bans reflects frustration with high rates of homelessness, but could worsen the situation according to advocates.
Migrants and end of COVID restrictions fuel jump in homelessness
Homelessness in the U.S. has reached a record high of over 770,000 individuals due to various socio-economic factors.
For homeless seniors, finding stable housing takes a village and a lot of luck
Rising housing costs and insufficient support have led to a significant increase in homelessness among seniors in the U.S., particularly in Montana.
Why do people become homeless in Oakland and Alameda County?
While homelessness dropped slightly in Alameda County, many individuals are experiencing it for the first time, indicating ongoing systemic challenges.
U.S. homelessness surges 18 percent to record level, annual report says
Homelessness in the U.S. increased by 18% between January 2023 and January 2024, marking the highest level on record.
U.S. homelessness up 18% as affordable housing remains out of reach for many people
The U.S. homelessness rate has significantly increased, primarily due to affordable housing shortages, climate disasters, and migrant impacts.
100-plus cities in the U.S. banned homeless camping this year. But will it work?
The rise in local homelessness bans reflects frustration with high rates of homelessness, but could worsen the situation according to advocates.
Migrants and end of COVID restrictions fuel jump in homelessness
Homelessness in the U.S. has reached a record high of over 770,000 individuals due to various socio-economic factors.
For homeless seniors, finding stable housing takes a village and a lot of luck
Rising housing costs and insufficient support have led to a significant increase in homelessness among seniors in the U.S., particularly in Montana.
Why do people become homeless in Oakland and Alameda County?
While homelessness dropped slightly in Alameda County, many individuals are experiencing it for the first time, indicating ongoing systemic challenges.
Jimmy Carter East Village Mission: A President Takes the F
Jimmy Carter's involvement with Habitat for Humanity in 1984 highlighted community-driven solutions to housing crises and the importance of local engagement.
European city mayors urge Ursula von der Leyen to tackle EU's housing crisis
European mayors are urging EU action to combat the housing crisis affecting over 13 million people, highlighting the urgency for solutions to ensure competitiveness.
Doomed to fail? Hong Kong's attempt to tackle shoebox housing' runs into trouble
Hong Kong's housing crisis is exemplified by coffin homes, cramped living conditions posing severe challenges for residents.
European city mayors urge Ursula von der Leyen to tackle EU's housing crisis
European mayors are urging EU action to combat the housing crisis affecting over 13 million people, highlighting the urgency for solutions to ensure competitiveness.
Doomed to fail? Hong Kong's attempt to tackle shoebox housing' runs into trouble
Hong Kong's housing crisis is exemplified by coffin homes, cramped living conditions posing severe challenges for residents.
New Zealand's federal intervention in housing led to a significant increase in construction and reduction in rents, offering lessons for the U.S. housing crisis.
L.A.'s Twin Crises Finally Seem Fixable
Los Angeles is addressing its historical urban sprawl and problems through significant investment in transit and housing despite ongoing resistance.
How to Solve a Housing Crisis
New Zealand's federal intervention in housing led to a significant increase in construction and reduction in rents, offering lessons for the U.S. housing crisis.
L.A.'s Twin Crises Finally Seem Fixable
Los Angeles is addressing its historical urban sprawl and problems through significant investment in transit and housing despite ongoing resistance.
You can't avoid building new housing, minister tells councils
Local authorities face mandatory housebuilding targets with no flexibility to refuse, aiming for 370,000 new homes annually in England.
Mapped: Refugee homelessness on the rise in nearly 100 UK councils
The demand for emergency housing help for homeless refugees has surged dramatically, outpacing previous years and creating a significant strain on local authorities.
UK housing crisis: what does Labour's shake-up of planning rules involve?
The UK government aims to build 1.5 million homes by reforming planning rules to address the housing crisis.
You can't avoid building new housing, minister tells councils
Local authorities face mandatory housebuilding targets with no flexibility to refuse, aiming for 370,000 new homes annually in England.
Mapped: Refugee homelessness on the rise in nearly 100 UK councils
The demand for emergency housing help for homeless refugees has surged dramatically, outpacing previous years and creating a significant strain on local authorities.
UK housing crisis: what does Labour's shake-up of planning rules involve?
The UK government aims to build 1.5 million homes by reforming planning rules to address the housing crisis.
City Limits provides high school students with opportunities to learn investigative journalism through real-world reporting on local issues.
The CLARIFY initiative empowers youth to address significant topics like the housing crisis while developing essential journalism skills.
Jeremy Corbyn warns pupils left with nowhere to go as Islington school faces closure
Highbury Quadrant Primary School faces potential closure due to low enrollment caused by housing crises and declining birth rates, affecting community and children's welfare.
Meet Our Fall 2024 Youth Reporting Team
City Limits provides high school students with opportunities to learn investigative journalism through real-world reporting on local issues.
The CLARIFY initiative empowers youth to address significant topics like the housing crisis while developing essential journalism skills.
Jeremy Corbyn warns pupils left with nowhere to go as Islington school faces closure
Highbury Quadrant Primary School faces potential closure due to low enrollment caused by housing crises and declining birth rates, affecting community and children's welfare.
Signed, sealed, delivered: Mayor Adams signs monumental City of Yes' housing proposal into law | amNewYork
The City of Yes initiative aims to address the housing crisis with 82,000 new homes through extensive zoning reforms.
New York City Approves a Plan to Create 80,000 New Homes
New York City Council approved a plan for 80,000 homes to combat a severe housing crisis in the city.
London needs a new town due to 'huge housing need'
A new town within London is essential to address the capital's housing crisis.
Op-Ed | The way forward to lower housing costs and create homes | amNewYork
The severe housing shortage in NYC requires immediate zoning reforms and community participation to create affordable housing for all residents.
City Council Passes Tweaked 'City of Yes'
The City Council passed a modified zoning plan to ease New York City's housing crisis, projecting 82,000 new housing units over 15 years.
Mayor Adams' forms new Charter Revision panel focused on housing crisis; City Council nervous of potential power grab | amNewYork
Mayor Adams appoints a second Charter Revision Commission to address New York City's housing crisis and aims to tackle generational affordability issues.
Signed, sealed, delivered: Mayor Adams signs monumental City of Yes' housing proposal into law | amNewYork
The City of Yes initiative aims to address the housing crisis with 82,000 new homes through extensive zoning reforms.
New York City Approves a Plan to Create 80,000 New Homes
New York City Council approved a plan for 80,000 homes to combat a severe housing crisis in the city.
London needs a new town due to 'huge housing need'
A new town within London is essential to address the capital's housing crisis.
Op-Ed | The way forward to lower housing costs and create homes | amNewYork
The severe housing shortage in NYC requires immediate zoning reforms and community participation to create affordable housing for all residents.
City Council Passes Tweaked 'City of Yes'
The City Council passed a modified zoning plan to ease New York City's housing crisis, projecting 82,000 new housing units over 15 years.
Mayor Adams' forms new Charter Revision panel focused on housing crisis; City Council nervous of potential power grab | amNewYork
Mayor Adams appoints a second Charter Revision Commission to address New York City's housing crisis and aims to tackle generational affordability issues.
Why Workers Are Leaving High-Cost States - and What It Means for Employers | Entrepreneur
Inflation is causing significant labor shortages in high-cost areas as people relocate due to rising living expenses.
Can Keir Starmer's six targets turn the tide? What the PM said and what it all means
Starmer's speech emphasized ambitious targets and reforms to improve living standards and infrastructure, challenging the current government's performance amidst the cost-of-living crisis.
Why Workers Are Leaving High-Cost States - and What It Means for Employers | Entrepreneur
Inflation is causing significant labor shortages in high-cost areas as people relocate due to rising living expenses.
Can Keir Starmer's six targets turn the tide? What the PM said and what it all means
Starmer's speech emphasized ambitious targets and reforms to improve living standards and infrastructure, challenging the current government's performance amidst the cost-of-living crisis.
Disabled mum forced to climb 132 steps accuses Tower Hamlets council of discrimination over unsuitable housing
Tower Hamlets Council is accused of discrimination against a disabled woman needing appropriate housing after being offered unsuitable locations outside her support network.
Mendocino Town of Point Arena Being Rocked By City Councilmember Buying Up Properties With LLCs
Point Arena is experiencing significant property acquisitions by City Councilmember Jeff Hansen through LLCs, resulting in displacement of tenants and rising rents.
Disabled mum forced to climb 132 steps accuses Tower Hamlets council of discrimination over unsuitable housing
Tower Hamlets Council is accused of discrimination against a disabled woman needing appropriate housing after being offered unsuitable locations outside her support network.
Mendocino Town of Point Arena Being Rocked By City Councilmember Buying Up Properties With LLCs
Point Arena is experiencing significant property acquisitions by City Councilmember Jeff Hansen through LLCs, resulting in displacement of tenants and rising rents.
UK 'doesn't have enough builders' for Starmer's 1.5m homes
The UK construction sector lacks enough workers to meet the government's goal of 1.5 million homes by 2029.
Walters: California's housing crisis has gotten worse in last 30 years
California faces a chronic housing crisis, with costs outpacing construction and significant socioeconomic repercussions affecting various demographics.
Small builders face big planning hurdles, new report finds
SME home builders face severe planning delays, with 51% waiting over a year for permissions, impacting housing supply.
Rising costs are critically affecting SME builders' ability to meet housing demands.
Rural Kent on the frontline of PM's battle to build
The government plans to force councils to consider building on green belt land to address the housing crisis.
HUD examines housing affordability pain points for seniors
The housing needs of older Americans are severely impacted by rising costs, with many struggling to afford long-term care services.
City to Close Dozens of Sites Housing Migrants, Citing Dip in Shelter Population
New York City is closing over two dozen emergency shelters for migrants, attributing the decision to a decline in shelter usage amidst ongoing challenges.
Despite the closures, nearly 55,000 migrants remain in the shelter system, including many families with children.
Activists rally in Albany after NYC closes additional hotel migrant shelters
New York activists demand intervention from Governor Hochul to prevent the eviction of hundreds of migrants from hotels due to ongoing shelter shortages.
City to Close Dozens of Sites Housing Migrants, Citing Dip in Shelter Population
New York City is closing over two dozen emergency shelters for migrants, attributing the decision to a decline in shelter usage amidst ongoing challenges.
Despite the closures, nearly 55,000 migrants remain in the shelter system, including many families with children.
Activists rally in Albany after NYC closes additional hotel migrant shelters
New York activists demand intervention from Governor Hochul to prevent the eviction of hundreds of migrants from hotels due to ongoing shelter shortages.
Wealthy California city approves luxury hotel despite public outcry
Santa Barbara City Council approved a controversial hotel project in the Funk Zone, prioritizing tourism over housing amid a significant housing crisis.
Housing Advocates, Homeowners Spar Over Short-Term Rentals
Proposed changes to the short-term rental law could worsen New York City's housing crisis by enabling private equity firms to dominate the rental market.
When Your Landlord Is a Billion-Dollar Corporation | The Walrus
Rent increases are causing financial strain for tenants like Syed Noman Ali, reflecting broader challenges in affordable housing across Canada.
How should Jackie Fielder lead District 9? The area weighs in.
Jackie Fielder's tenure will be marked by significant challenges addressing homelessness, housing shortages, street vending regulations, and public safety issues in District 9.
Divided support in Queens: City Council approves Mayor Adams' 'City of Yes' plan despite opposition from half of Queens Council members - QNS
The "City of Yes" zoning reform plan aims to address the housing crisis in NYC, anticipating fewer housing units than initially projected.