Homelessness
Stay informed about homelessness initiatives and solutions through our dedicated coverage of this critical community issue. From policy developments and outreach programs to housing solutions and support services, we provide balanced reporting on efforts addressing homelessness in Santa Monica. Our coverage includes updates on city programs, nonprofit initiatives, housing projects, and community responses aimed at supporting unhoused residents. Follow developments in local services, shelter programs, housing initiatives, and policy measures through our comprehensive reporting. Whether tracking specific programs or following broader solutions, trust Santa Monica Daily Press for thoughtful coverage of this important community concern.
Fed-up San Francisco neighbors use rocks to block homeless
OLGA R. RODRIGUEZ Associated Press A group of San Francisco neighbors said they had to do somethin
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Westside Together – The Reality of Food Insecurity
By Darci Niva, Coalition Director of Westside Coalition Food insecurity is a reality, even on the Westside. Food insecurity means...
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EPA: California homelessness causing poor water quality
JOHN FLESHER AP Environmental Writer California is failing to protect its waters from pollution, partly because of a worsening problem...
Read moreLos Angeles joins court fight on where homeless can sleep
CHRISTOPHER WEBER Associated Press Los Angeles has joined an effort to get the U.S. Supreme Court to review a decision...
Read moreLA considers limits on where homeless can camp
CHRISTOPHER WEBER Associated Press A proposal to greatly restrict where homeless people may camp i
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Trump says he will do ‘something’ about homelessness
By STEFANIE DAZIO Associated Press President Donald Trump began a California visit on Tuesday, saying he will do “something” about...
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California asks Trump for housing vouchers to aid homeless
California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Monday asked President Donald Trump to approve more housing vouchers as Trump’s administration weighs in...
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County considers expanding efforts to encourage voting among the homeless
The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors will consider expanding services to help the area’s homeless population vote in upcoming...
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More money possible for homeless outreach
Santa Monica’s homeless outreach teams may continue to operate for at least two years with more than $2 million in...
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Bonin Proposes New Commission Composed Of People Who Are Or Have Been Homeless
In an effort to improve City efforts to combat the homelessness crisis, Los Angeles Councilmember Mike Bonin has proposed the...
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