Opinion: I was homeless. Newsom’s encampment order is outrageous

It is outrageous that the Supreme Court has allowed states and cities to criminalize homelessness and Governor Gavin Newsom has ordered the dismantling of encampments when there isn't enough housing or shelter space for those who especially need it. I was homeless for 6.5 years, from 2002 to 2008. I've written about that story before […]

Maricopa County boosts shelter funding ahead of Phoenix encampment clearing | State

(Center Square) — Maricopa County plans to increase spending on homeless services at Phoenix heat relief stations from $2 million to $6.7 million. “This partnership with the City of Phoenix ensures that people experiencing homelessness have a safe place to rest and recuperate during the hottest months.This is an extension of this partnership with the […]

Judge denies Phoenix ask for more time to clean up homeless encampment | State

(Center Square) — The City of Phoenix tried to buy time after being ordered to clear a large homeless encampment in downtown Phoenix known as “The Zone,” but a judge ruled out their demands. rejected. Phoenix wants to withdraw the court-imposed July 10 deadline, arguing that it does not have enough time to effectively handle […]

Judge orders Phoenix to clear “the Zone” homeless encampment

July 2022 aerial view of the Phoenix “Zone”.Photo: Mario Tama/Getty Images A Maricopa County court judge said Phoenix must clear the encampment near the Human Services Campus, where more than 800 unhoused people sleep each night, by July. ruled by monday. State of play: A group of nearby business owners and residents sued the city […]