Crimes of 'the Zone': Theft, assaults, drugs, unsanitary conditions plague area of downtown Phoenix tent city
It’s known as “the Zone” and issues like trash, violence, and drugs have been well-documented. We’re taking a deep dive into activity plaguing the largest homeless camp in the Phoenix area and the first responders who are there on average nearly four times per day.
Atlanta Popeyes calls police on student trying to buy homeless man food
A Georgia State University student says workers at an Atlanta Popeyes called the police on her when she tried to buy food for a man experiencing homelessness. Instead of arresting her, however, she says the police commended her kindness.
City of Tempe criticized for pushing out homeless living in the Salt River bed due to unsafe conditions
Those who are homeless and living at the riverbed by Tempe Town Lake are being forced to leave as the city calls the conditions in that area unhealthy and unsafe.
Lawsuit filed against city of Phoenix over failure to address homeless crisis
Nearly two dozen people and businesses are suing the city of Phoenix - not for money, but to force their hand in taking action to deal with the homelessness crisis.
Cottonwood Police ask residents to donate to charity, not panhandlers
Temporary signs that read, "It's OK to say NO to panhandlers," have been posted throughout the city where a "high volume" of panhandling occurs.
Circle the City helping homeless pet owners with care
Circle the City in Phoenix is helping those without homes who have pets with the care that they need, especially in the hot summer months.
Some of the unhoused in Phoenix are putting themselves in harm's way to stay cool
Rescue crews have had several water rescues in just a day, and many of these people being rescued feel like they have no other way to cool down. These people are often from the homeless community.
Homeless advocates work to keep community cool, hydrated and safe during Phoenix heat wave
Last summer, dozens from the homeless community died in Maricopa County from heat-related causes, and advocates are working hard to make sure it doesn't happen again this summer.
Downtown Phoenix feed the homeless event moved after police learned group was trespassing on private property
The event, which happened on July 3 in Downtown Phoenix, was broken up by police about an hour after it began. Organizers said they have done similar events at the same property before, without any issues.
Shelter workers offer tips on how to help the homeless in the summer months
It's a brutal time of year for people dealing with homelessness in the Valley. Shelter workers say when you see people looking for help, a small bag packed with essential supplies can really help. FOX 10's Irene Snyder has more.
Sweltering streets: Hundreds of homeless die in extreme heat across US
“If 130 homeless people were dying in any other way it would be considered a mass casualty event,” said Kristie L. Ebi, a professor of global health at the University of Washington.
Maricopa County heat deaths on the rise as blistering summer temperatures persist
So far this year, four people in Maricopa County have been confirmed to have died from the heat, and 44 other deaths are being investigated as heat-related.
'City of a Thousand' - A deep dive into the Phoenix metro area homeless crisis
One of the largest homeless encampments in America is located in downtown Phoenix is known as 'the Zone.' In our special report, FOX 10's Justin Lum provides several perspectives from people living unsheltered to the service providers calling for more resources to elected officials with proposed short-term and long-term solutions.
'City of a Thousand': Arizona lawmaker pushes for sanctioned camps as 'temporary' solution to homeless crisis
As Phoenix, along with other cities in the U.S., deal with a growing homeless problem, there are differing approaches on how to fix the problem. In the final part of a four-part series, we take a look at what leaders are doing in one Texas city to address the crisis, and what one politician in Arizona is proposing.
'City of a Thousand': Phoenix councilwoman returns to 'the zone,' optimistic about tackling homeless crisis
A Phoenix city councilwoman joined in on a ride through "the zone," a growing homeless encampment downtown, and for Yassamin Ansari, homelessness has been a key issue for her to address since taking office in District 7.
'City of a Thousand': Advocates blame housing crisis, rent hikes for homeless encampment boom
Under-resourced. Under-housed. In part two of a "City of a Thousand," we take a look at the resources, or lack thereof, that homeless advocates believe are leading to the encampment boom in Phoenix.
'City of a Thousand': Downtown Phoenix's tent city explodes at alarming rate
Within a pocket of streets and sidewalks in downtown Phoenix, the homeless crisis exploded with more than a thousand unsheltered people living on the streets in this area known as "the zone."
Tennessee makes public camping for homeless a felony, violators could face up to 6 years in prison
The law requires that violators receive at least 24 hours notice before an arrest. The felony charge is punishable by up to six years in prison and the loss of voting rights.
New 200-bed shelter in Phoenix opens with aim to help the city's homeless during the summer months
The 200-bed shelter, which had a soft opening on May 13, is a collaborative effort between St. Vincent de Paul, Community Bridges, and the governments of Phoenix and Maricopa County.
Formerly incarcerated man turns his life around with the help of Phoenix Rescue Mission, Glendale Works
A formerly incarcerated man in Phoenix has turned his life around with the help of the Phoenix Rescue Mission and Glendale Works.