St. Vincent de Paul opens overnight heat relief shelter
St. Vincent de Paul is opening their overnight heat relief center, giving those on the streets a place to sleep in an air-conditioned facility as the Valley deals with record-breaking temperatures. FOX 10's Danielle Miller has the story.
Photos: Gardener experiencing homelessness builds 'Hillside Estate' near freeway
Jose says no one has ever asked him to leave the hillside or offered him housing, but that he would take it if it was. In the meantime, he said working the land brings him joy, and it makes him happy to know that his work makes others smile.
City clears out sprawling homeless encampment in northeast Dallas
The sprawling homeless encampment was covered by a canopy of trees and located behind houses along Tres Logos Lane in northeast Dallas.
Number of damaging fires in Los Angeles homeless camps on the rise
Fires linked to homeless tents and camps are raising concerns in Los Angeles, where flames claimed seven lives last year and caused tens of millions of dollars in damage to nearby businesses.
Lawmakers debating bill that would fine those experiencing homelessness up to $500
House Bill 1925, has advanced through the house and it’s sparking conversation once more on what to do about those experiencing homelessness In the state.
Homeless camp set up at start of COVID-19 pandemic set to close in June
The site was set up in April 2020, when the COVID-19 pandemic started. Maricopa County officials say they are not only working to find temporary housing for those affected, they are also working to provide them long-term help.
Arizona adopt-a-home program provides a house, supplies for homeless families
Dozens of volunteers with House of Refuge are painting a home to help a family escape homelessness. FOX 10's Desiree Fluellen reports.
Friends grieve mother who police say was mowed down intentionally at Santa Rosa homeless camp
Kellie Jones, seated next to her tent, couldn’t react as swiftly, but apparently had nothing to do with the men's dispute. Homeless advocates say the violence underscores the need for sanctioned camps and safe parking, at least until permanent housing solutions are found.
Homeless person inspires 2 women to build women's shelter
After Shante Saulsberry saw a woman named Janice every day, while she was heading to work, she had an idea to build a shelter for women. Now, that dream is becoming a reality.
Arizona charities provide furnished apartments to families moving out of homelessness
Two Valley charities, Furnishing Dignity and Ronald McDonald House Charities Central and Northern Arizona, are partnering to help provide furnished apartments to those in need. More information at https://www.furnishingdignity.org.
Less homeless people had shelter in Maricopa County in 2020 than any other year
Those who are homeless in Maricopa County will be receiving additional help from organizations now that they've been infused with millions of dollars to provide additional resources.
Former MLB players renovate Scottsdale homeless shelter
Former Major League Baseball Players are helping to renovate the Chrysalis Transitional Housing Facility in Scottsdale. The renovation project includes the transformation of the community kitchen, family living space, computer and media area, outdoor recreational area, landscaping, lighting, painting, furniture, computers and electronics.
Seattle native goes viral in plea to tip delivery drivers, gets $50,000 in donations to avoid homelessness
A tearful plea to the public from a Seattle native regarding tipping your delivery drivers went viral and lead to an enormous outpouring of support.
‘I fight for them’: Maine veteran builds temporary housing for fellow vets who are homeless
A Maine veteran is giving back to other veterans who are struggling with homelessness amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
Austin buys hotel to transform into supportive housing for homeless
The Texas Bungalows Hotel and Suites will soon be transformed into supportive housing for Austin's homeless.
City of Scottsdale, Phoenix Rescue Mission launch program to help build tiny homes
The City of Scottsdale is teaming up with the Phoenix Rescue Mission to give the Valley's homeless a chance to get back into the workforce.
Houston’s homeless get handwashing stations amid pandemic
All communities have been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, the homeless are no exception. So Trae Tha Truth's Relief Gang teamed up with Rise Church to help Houston's homeless.
New York couple has given 10,000 backpacks, 200 gallons of sanitizer to homeless during pandemic
Two New York men started a charity to give away thousands of free backpacks to the homeless, filled with hygiene and health items.
Circle the City helps feed the homeless with special Thanksgiving meals
The clients at Circle the City have specific health needs and the chef there is doing what he can to meet them as he prepares a Thanksgiving dinner.
Study finds that nearly 270,000 K-12 students in California were homeless last year
Nearly 270,000 kindergarten through 12th students in California experienced homelessness during the 2018-2019 school year, according to a report released Monday by UCLA.