SCOTUS lets cities ban homeless encampments, despite no shelter space
The U.S. Supreme Court has empowered cities to ban homeless encampments even if no shelter space is available, and the response in western Washington is mixed.
Homelessness in Pierce County: Despite millions in funding, residents remain skeptical
Pierce County officials report that at least 2,600 people are living on the streets, largely due to a lack of affordable housing, which has led to the rise of makeshift communities.
Seattle's budget crisis could threaten affordable housing funds
Affordable housing advocates fear the City of Seattle could raid funds intended for affordable housing to fix its staggering budget deficit of more than $200 million.
Kent asylum seekers urge use of vacant ‘COVID hotel’ for shelter
Asylum seekers are begging for a long-term solution to living in tents — they have been moved between Seattle, Tukwila and Kent, and now have less than a day to move again.
Unhoused encampment along busy Seattle thoroughfare faces imminent sweep
City data shows the number of unhoused individuals in Seattle is decreasing, but for commuters traveling south on the 99 Tunnel, encampments remain a visible reality.
Burien City Council could 'kill' tiny home village project with proposed amendments
Despite available funds and property, zoning regulations have stalled progress on a proposed pallet shelter project in Burien, and could kill it altogether.
'Caged in like animals': King County sets up fencing around homeless encampment in Burien
King County has set up fencing around dozens of tents at 6th Avenue SW and SW 149th Street in Burien.
On any given night, there are around 16,385 people experiencing homelessness in King County, report finds
A new Unsheltered Point-In-Time (PIT) Count found that over 16,000 people experience homelessness in King County on any given night.
Portland, Oregon, OKs new homeless camping rules that threaten fines or jail in some cases
Homeless people who camp on public property in Portland, Oregon, and reject offers of shelter could be fined up to $100 or sentenced to up to seven days in jail under new rules approved unanimously by the City Council on Wednesday.
Battle between Burien city manager, police chief could cause cop shortage
The tug-of-war over how to properly police the homeless population in Burien may leave the community with a major police shortage.
Zoning issues further delay Burien's tiny home village project
A recent decision by the Burien City Council regarding zoning regulations has sparked controversy over the fate of a proposed tiny home project, aimed at aiding individuals experiencing homelessness.
Silent vigil held outside Burien City Hall in remembrance of unhoused people's deaths, demand for housing
On a day marked by protests, non-profits and homeless advocates gathered outside Burien City Hall for a silent vigil, honoring nearly two dozen unhoused individuals who lost their lives while being without shelter since 2017.
Hundreds of asylum seekers camp out at Central District park as they struggle to find housing
Hundreds of asylum seekers find themselves without shelter once again as their stay at a local hotel has come to an end. With funding depleted, they now reside in Powell Barnett Park in Seattle's Central District, facing uncertainty and hardship.
Burien City Council delays transitional housing vote amid rising homelessness concerns
The Burien City Council was anticipated to offer potential solutions to address the issue of homelessness during their scheduled vote on transitional housing units on Monday evening. However, the vote has been postponed to the next meeting, prolonging answers for the dozens of individuals sleeping on city sidewalks.
Burien city manager wants to oust police chief, King Co, Sheriff fights back
The city of Burien and the King County Sheriff's Office (KCSO) are clashing once again.
'Don’t turn us into criminals:' Unhoused people, advocates rally outside federal Seattle courthouse
On Monday, Supreme Court Justices weighed in on whether cities have the authority to fine or arrest individuals for sleeping in public spaces, marking a pivotal moment in the ongoing discourse surrounding homelessness.
Arrested again: Homeless man in custody following 3rd attempt to build cabin in Seattle park
A homeless man is behind bars after attempting to build a cabin in a city-owned park for the third time, and one Seattle nonprofit is fed up.