Housing and Homeslessness

Introducing: Outsiders, a story about homelessness

This story was produced as part of a larger project led by Will James, a participant in the 2019 National Fellowship.
Other stories in this series include:
Episode 1: The Rain
Episode 2: What Happened Here

Poverty and Class, Environmental Health, Housing and Homeslessness, Food and Nutrition, Community Safety

The Mckinney Vento Homeless Assistance Act offers rights and services to homeless students. But a state audit recently found wid

State Audit Of Program For Homeless Students Finds Undercount, Lack Of Oversight

Federal law guarantees public school students experiencing homelessness a host of rights, to bring them educational stability. But a recent state audit found poor compliance and oversight across California.

Poverty and Class, Environmental Health, Housing and Homeslessness, Community Safety

People are dying on the street in L.A. every day, despite the staggering moral and financial costs

People are dying on the street in L.A. every day, despite staggering moral and financial costs

The public is paying mightily for homelessness, regardless of whether or not voters support more funding for homeless services and housing.

Poverty and Class, Environmental Health, Mental Health, Housing and Homeslessness, Community Safety

It's Becoming Increasingly Apparent that Many Women Sleeping on the Streets are Fleeing Abuse

This story was produced as part of a larger project led by Gary Walker, a participant in the USC Center for Health Journalism's California Fellowship....

Poverty and Class, Environmental Health, Mental Health, Domestic Violence, Housing and Homeslessness, Community Safety

A row of new housing units at Register Square in Napa

Renter’s handbook: Here’s how to navigate the top 6 tenant housing issues

This story was produced as part of a larger project led by Courtney Teague, a participant in the 2019 California Fellowship....

Environmental Health, Poverty and Class, Housing and Homeslessness

Ashley Kinsley heads out from the Third Avenue encampments

Street Medicine Teams Try to Save Lives and Stop the Spread of Disease

This story was produced as part of a larger project led by Gary Walker, a participant in the USC Center for Health Journalism's California Fellowship....

Poverty and Class, Environmental Health, Healthcare Regulation and Reform, Housing and Homeslessness, Chronic Disease

Ashley Kinsley, who hangs out among the homeless encampments on Third Avenue in Venice, is reluctant to visit a doctor.

Community Resistance to Temporary Housing and Hygiene Stations Continues as Homeless Deaths Surge

This story was produced as part of a larger project led by Gary Walker, a participant in the USC Center for Health Journalism's California Fellowship....

Poverty and Class, Environmental Health, Healthcare Regulation and Reform, Housing and Homeslessness

George Felix, left, and Scott Smith spend their days under the shade of large trees at a public park in Redding.

Oppressed By Wildfire: Homeless People Left Out Of Federal Disaster Aid Programs

When a major wildfire burns into an urban area, federal disaster officials are quick to offer financial help to people who lose their homes. But not everyone is eligible for aid after a wildfire.

Poverty and Class, Environmental Health, Housing and Homeslessness, Community Safety

Ernesto Carrillo owns Carrillo's Mexican Store in Redding. He's one of the few people in Shasta County translating information.

Oppressed By Wildfire: Language Barriers, Unwelcoming Attitudes Discourage Latinos From Seeking Help

Abandoning your home while fleeing a wildfire can be a traumatic experience. It’s even scarier if you don’t understand the language of the evacuation alerts chiming into your phone.

Race and Equity, Environmental Health, Immigrant and Migrant Health, Housing and Homeslessness, Community Safety

Local officials to discuss housing, take public questions at Register town hall

This story was produced as part of a larger project led by Courtney Teague, a participant in the 2019 California Fellowship.
Other stories in this series include:
Pricey housing in Napa County can cost more than your paycheck. It can affect your health
Napa Valley strangers talk housing struggles ov

Poverty and Class, Environmental Health, Housing and Homeslessness

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Housing and Homeslessness

Introducing: Outsiders, a story about homelessness

State Audit Of Program For Homeless Students Finds Undercount, Lack Of Oversight

People are dying on the street in L.A. every day, despite staggering moral and financial costs

It's Becoming Increasingly Apparent that Many Women Sleeping on the Streets are Fleeing Abuse

Renter’s handbook: Here’s how to navigate the top 6 tenant housing issues

Street Medicine Teams Try to Save Lives and Stop the Spread of Disease

Community Resistance to Temporary Housing and Hygiene Stations Continues as Homeless Deaths Surge

Oppressed By Wildfire: Homeless People Left Out Of Federal Disaster Aid Programs

Oppressed By Wildfire: Language Barriers, Unwelcoming Attitudes Discourage Latinos From Seeking Help

Local officials to discuss housing, take public questions at Register town hall