The city’s latest mayoral debate was far from a calm discussion. Instead, it turned into a heated exchange over how Los Angeles handles wildfires, crime and people without homes. The main topic was whether the current mayor should stay on the job, but the night’s drama centered on the recent w
Former Vice President Kamala Harris announced her backing for Karen Bass, the current mayor of Los Angeles, as she seeks another term. Harris praised Bass for tackling major city problems: a historic drop in homelessness, crime rates that are lower than they’ve been since the 1960s, and standing up
A young girl in Florida with cerebral palsy is living in a tent in a nature preserve, a situation that should shock anyone with a conscience. The harsh reality of her family’s struggle isn’t just about discomfort—it’s about survival. Most people reading about this won’t have experienced anything clo
Anchorage is hitting its half-century mark, and like any 50-year-old, it's at a crossroads. It's not old yet, but it's no longer young either. The city still has plenty of energy and potential, but it's also dealing with growing pains. Like a teenager, Anchorage is awkward, figuring out who it wants
The debate that took place on Tuesday night in Pomona College’s historic auditorium turned into a heated showdown over California’s biggest pain points. Candidates took turns attacking each other while promising quick fixes for gas prices, housing shortages and climate‑related disasters. The Republ
St. Louis often gets labeled as a dangerous city, but the numbers don’t back that up. Last year, only one murder happened downtown—and it wasn’t even a shooting. A person got hit by a car instead. Most people guess way higher numbers, but crime has actually dropped a lot in recent years. Homicides a
Asheville used to be known for its cozy mountain vibe, craft breweries, and scenic views. But now, many locals avoid the downtown area because of problems like public drinking, aggressive panhandling, and makeshift camps. Some residents say the city feels unsafe, especially after Hurricane Helene in
Waynesboro faced serious challenges this past winter as demand for shelter skyrocketed. A local group called WARM opened its doors to 198 adults during the 18-week cold season ending March 30. These individuals didn’t just stop by occasionally—they came 4, 308 times total, averaging over 20 visits e
The state has put $25 million on the budget for people without homes, and another $11 million for a veterans program. These amounts show that officials see the problem, but they fall far short of what data says is needed. In 2024, the state’s system could house about 38, 000 people and was runnin
The lockdown in South Africa forced cities to find quick fixes for homelessness. In Tshwane, teams first gave food and medicine to people living on the streets. But soon, they saw that basic help wasn’t enough. Many were struggling with mental health, old injuries, or lost documents that kept them s
