Opinion: I’ve covered California’s homeless since before the word was used. This is what I learned
LA TimesA man removes some of his his belongings from a flooded camp along the Sacramento River. Last year, state Sen. Anna Caballero proposed legislation that would have eased approval of small “starter homes” in areas restricted to single-family housing. As in California, Democrats opposed to the plan used code language: “local control,” “overcrowding,” “traffic.” New York state Assemblyman Phil Ramos cut through the euphemisms: “It doesn’t matter what kind of incentive you give them,” he said at a rally. “A wealthy community, before they allow Black and brown people in, they’ll walk away from any amount of money.” Hochul’s plan was defeated in the Democratic-dominated Legislature. “Ultimately,” the report stated, “meaningful change will require State and local governments to reevaluate the land-use regulations that reduce the housing supply.” That largely means undoing single-family zoning.
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The under-the-radar proposal to end homelessness in Los Angeles for $20 billion
LA TimesNumber of homeless residents in Los Angeles County decreases in annual count
Associated Press
Editorial: Drop in L.A.’s homeless population shows efforts to house people are paying off
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Sacramento homeless count shows a 29% drop. But are the results ‘outstanding’ or ‘unbelievable’?
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Letters to the Editor: California doesn’t know if $20 billion spent on homelessness has worked. Who gets fired?
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How effective are California's homelessness programs? State hasn't been tracking
The IndependentHow effective are California’s homelessness programs? Audit finds state hasn’t been keeping track
Associated Press
California spent billions on homelessness without tracking if it worked
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Opinion: Why is California behind Texas and other states in curbing homelessness?
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Photos: 2024 Greater Los Angeles Homeless Count is underway
LA TimesAnnual count of homeless residents begins in Los Angeles, where tens of thousands live on streets
Associated PressNew study says high housing costs, low income push Californians into homelessness
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California Spent $17 Billion on Homelessness. It’s Not Working.
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Editorial: Yes, it really will take billions of dollars a year to solve homelessness in California
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US homeless numbers stay about the same as before pandemic
Associated Press
California governor set to release $1B for homelessness
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Editorial: Want to fix homelessness in Los Angeles? The pandemic showed us how to do it
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LA County homeless numbers up but many more went to shelters
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California will spend a record amount on homelessness. Here’s where it’s going
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