TOPEKA, Kansas (WIBW) – A large shadow hangs over the city of Topeka and affects many of its residents. “We have a huge opioid crisis here in Topeka among youth and homeless people. There is no discrimination. All age groups and walks of life are affected,” said Kathleen Link of Positive Connections. There is a […]
PLATTSMOUTH, Nebraska (WOWT) – The man responsible for the death of a 55-year-old Cass County woman whose body was found in a house fire in 2022 has been acquitted “by reason of insanity.” Jabari Parsons was 18 years old when he was charged with the premeditated murder of Mary D. Blackwell, as well as first-degree […]
NEW YORK (WABC) — A new eviction plan in New York City is expected to impact migrant families living in homeless shelters. The new directive sets a 60-day stay limit for migrants living in a particular home. Critics say a new stay limit for migrant families with children could drive them onto the streets. Nearly […]
For nearly two years, a response team traveled throughout Douglas County, contacting homeless people – often more than once – to build trust and offer assistance. Now the county claims it has “effectively ended homelessness” and attributes its success to the assistance program and other efforts. Authorities “are pleased to announce that we have virtually […]
HIBBING, Minn. (Northern News Now) – The Iron Range is home to more than 155,000 Minnesotans, and 52 of them may soon feel even more at home. The Arrowhead Economic Opportunity Agency (AEOA) is opening additional space at its Home on the Range facility by the end of this month. RELATED: New homeless shelter in […]
