Program to clear homeless encampments around WA freeways running out of money
Washington calls the issue with homelessness across the state a "humanitarian crisis." But money to clean up homeless camps around freeways is running out.
Washington calls the issue with homelessness across the state a "humanitarian crisis." But money to clean up homeless camps around freeways is running out.
ACLU sues Spokane over anti-homeless laws after landmark Supreme Court ruling
The American Civil Liberties Union sued the city of Spokane on Thursday, alleging that its anti-camping laws violate the state constitution.
The American Civil Liberties Union sued the city of Spokane on Thursday, alleging that its anti-camping laws violate the state constitution.
Lakewood becomes first city to enforce SCOTUS ruling on public camping
Sweeps are occurring across the region, in the wake of a groundbreaking Supreme Court decision granting cities the authority to penalize individuals sleeping or camping on public property.
Sweeps are occurring across the region, in the wake of a groundbreaking Supreme Court decision granting cities the authority to penalize individuals sleeping or camping on public property.
WA Supreme Court rules cities can force RVs to move
The State Supreme Court ruling allowing enforcement of parking restrictions on those living in vehicles draws criticism from homeless advocates but is seen as a positive step by local businesses.
The State Supreme Court ruling allowing enforcement of parking restrictions on those living in vehicles draws criticism from homeless advocates but is seen as a positive step by local businesses.
Cities implement anti-camping laws after SCOTUS ruling
It's been less than a week since the Supreme Court ruled that camping outdoors can be criminalized.
It's been less than a week since the Supreme Court ruled that camping outdoors can be criminalized.
Renton faces growing homelessness crisis amid environmental concerns
For at least a month, an encampment has been visible outside the Renton Library, raising concerns about its ecological impact and its effects on children and the elderly.
For at least a month, an encampment has been visible outside the Renton Library, raising concerns about its ecological impact and its effects on children and the elderly.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Despite available funds and property, zoning regulations have stalled progress on a proposed pallet shelter project in Burien, and could kill it altogether.
King County puts up fencing at encampment near courthouse
King County has set up fencing around dozens of tents at 6th Avenue SW and SW 149th Street in Burien.
King County has set up fencing around dozens of tents at 6th Avenue SW and SW 149th Street in Burien.
'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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.