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Here's How California Policy Makes Homelessness Worse

08/03/2023
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As pandemic renter protections end, a spike in homelessness will likely follow, data shows.

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Los Angeles Homeless Population Grows. But Mayor Karen Bass Has Also Made Gains

07/26/2023
Despite efforts by Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass to shelter more than 14,000 people this year, the city's homeless population keeps growing. That does not necessarily mean her signature program is failing. The larger question: How does California measure success?

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California’s “Cheapest” Cities Hit With Biggest Rent Hikes

07/20/2023
The lack of enough places for everyone to live has sent coastal rent prices inland, removing large swaths of previously cheaper rental units.

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Newsom’s Mental Health Plan May Shift $720 Million to Housing

07/17/2023
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New report says governor has not offered justification for switching priorities.

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4 Reasons Texas Beats California on Homelessness Reduction

07/17/2023
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As homelessness surged in California, it dropped by a third in Texas. Why?

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'Inside Safe' Homeless Plan Struggles to Get People Into Housing

07/14/2023
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New L.A. Mayor Karen Bass has made reducing homelessness her signature issue.

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Why Hasn't Housing First Policy Worked in California?

07/12/2023
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Evidence shows getting homeless people into housing is the most effective first step. What is California doing wrong?

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Why Efforts to Help the Homeless Stalled in Grass Valley

07/03/2023
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When a 3-year grant expired, Grass Valley was forced to stop its successful homeless outreach program.

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New California Budget Deal: What You Need to Know

06/27/2023
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Here's who gets help and what takes a hit in the new $310 billion proposed state budget.

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SAFE Program Will Count Youth Experiencing Homelessness in Nevada County

05/05/2023
Nevada County Continuum of Care in connection with Bright Futures for Youth’s SAFE program will conduct a survey May 9-11 to determine how many children and young adults are experiencing housing instability. The results could pave the way for more funding and services.

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Report: Fast Food Industry Wages Help Fuel Homelessness

05/02/2023
Fast food is the largest employer of homeless workers in California, with one of 17 unhoused individuals in the state working in the industry. That is according to a new report released by the Economic Roundtable.

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Match Challenge Doubles Donations to Hospitality House

05/01/2023
Two local community members are offering a “May Match Challenge” to Hospitality House. Through May 31, all monetary donations made to Nevada County’s leading emergency shelter services provider will be matched dollar for dollar, up to $30,000.

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California Cities Are Cracking Down on Homeless Camps

04/12/2023
Democratic voters in California cities are pushing mayors and city councils to clear homeless camps. Leaders are responding with new ordinances, from Sacramento to San Diego.

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Annual Point-in-Time Count Results in for Placer, Nevada Counties

04/03/2023
The annual Point-in-Time survey of people experiencing homelessness in Placer and Nevada County was conducted Jan. 25=Feb. 3 by 150 volunteers, nonprofit, and city and county staff.

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Explaining California in 2022: Our 10 Best Explainers of the Year

12/30/2022
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From immigration to crypto, 2022 was a year that took a lot of explaining and 'California Local' was there.

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Winter Shelter Opens

12/05/2022
With temperatures dropping, Nevada County and Nevada City activate the Cold Weather Shelter Protocol. Shelter at the Nevada City public library opens at 4:30 p.m.

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Gov. Newsom Holds State Homelessness Funding Hostage

11/02/2022
Gov. Gavin Newsom is not pleased with local leaders' plans to reduce homelessness, and will hold back state funding until they take more aggressive action: “Everyone has to do better.”

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California’s New Slate of Animal Welfare Laws

09/29/2022
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California isn’t the most pet-friendly state but a set of new laws aim to change that.

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New Drop-in Center for Homeless Youth Opens in Grass Valley

09/27/2022
Bright Futures for Youth is opening the SAFE Youth Drop-in Navigation Center in Grass Valley, giving children and young adults experiencing homelessness access to services in a safe and supervised environment.

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Here’s How Homeless Residents Can Vote in the November Election

09/25/2022
It’s a common misconception that a physical address is required to cast a ballot. For individuals living in shelters or encampments, California offers several options for participating in local elections.

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