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County's problem gets worse amid fragmented approach while Houston's regional coordination shines on national stage. But rental vacancy rates are a big difference.

We spoke to Sen. Steven Bradford at his office about the work of the task force and the political outlook for its recommendations. A lifelong resident of Southern California, whose district includes historically Black Watts and Inglewood, the senator was realistic — but hardly defeatist about the political road ahead.

News and events briefs

At their May 12 meeting, the San Diego Housing Commission unanimously agreed to apply for state funds to help purchase a vacant apartment building at 2147 Abbott Street in Ocean Beach and the Ramada Inn in the Midway District  to provide permanent housing for homeless people. The Commissioners voted to apply for up to $5…

San Diego County is a partner in the projects and would provide social services, including assistance for mental health, substance abuse

This article points out quite clearly that there hasn’t been nor will there be in the near future the number of beds in San Diego that would allow this ban to be enforced.

By Gary Warth / San Diego Union-Tribune / April 18, 2023 After six years of homelessness, Edward Honore has had it with life on the street. “I was just stabbed the other day, in my own neighborhood,” he said, rolling up his blood-stained right sleeve to expose a fresh scar. Honore was standing in line…

By Gary Warth / San Diego Union-Tribune / April 18, 2023 After six years of homelessness, Edward Honore has had it with life on the street. “I was just stabbed the other day, in my own neighborhood,” he said, rolling up his blood-stained right sleeve to expose a fresh scar. Honore was standing in line…

Locating, financing more shelter space are linchpins to prohibiting camping on public property

The two nonprofit centers have helped their founder and two of his business partners make large amounts of cash.