Phoenix nurse provides care to the homeless
As the City of Phoenix clears out a homeless encampment that is known as 'The Zone,' the homeless people who live there are offered a number of options for their future. One of the many resources that help the homeless in the Phoenix area is Circle The City, a nonprofit that provides health services to those in need. FOX 10's Lindsey Ragas has more on how one nurse with the organization is providing care to those who need it.
As the City of Phoenix clears out a homeless encampment that is known as 'The Zone,' the homeless people who live there are offered a number of options for their future. One of the many resources that help the homeless in the Phoenix area is Circle The City, a nonprofit that provides health services to those in need. FOX 10's Lindsey Ragas has more on how one nurse with the organization is providing care to those who need it.
'The Zone': Here's what you should know about Phoenix's cleanup plan for the homeless encampment
The City of Phoenix is getting ready to clean up an area near Downtown Phoenix that is known as 'The Zone.' Here's what you should know about the cleanup plan, and what people in the area think about it.
The City of Phoenix is getting ready to clean up an area near Downtown Phoenix that is known as 'The Zone.' Here's what you should know about the cleanup plan, and what people in the area think about it.
John Hook takes us inside 'The Zone' | Newsmaker
This week's Newsmaker Saturday comes to you from downtown Phoenix at 13th Avenue and Jefferson Street inside Old Station Sub Shop. It's been here for 37 years. The only problem is now it finds itself on the edge of the massive homeless encampment known as "The Zone," home to about 1,000 homeless people in Phoenix, and this has created problems for business owners, and nobody knows it better than Joe Faillace. John also heads into "The Zone" to hear the stories of the people living there.
This week's Newsmaker Saturday comes to you from downtown Phoenix at 13th Avenue and Jefferson Street inside Old Station Sub Shop. It's been here for 37 years. The only problem is now it finds itself on the edge of the massive homeless encampment known as "The Zone," home to about 1,000 homeless people in Phoenix, and this has created problems for business owners, and nobody knows it better than Joe Faillace. John also heads into "The Zone" to hear the stories of the people living there.
Mixed reaction as Phoenix prepares to clean up 'The Zone'
In a matter of days, officials with the City of Phoenix will begin cleanup efforts at a homeless encampment known as 'The Zone,' and some are worried about the cleanup's impact on not just the homeless, but areas nearby.
In a matter of days, officials with the City of Phoenix will begin cleanup efforts at a homeless encampment known as 'The Zone,' and some are worried about the cleanup's impact on not just the homeless, but areas nearby.
Arizona court rules that City of Phoenix must keep 'The Zone' free of the homeless
A judge on April 28 denied Phoenix's request for a stay after the city filed a notice of appeal.
A judge on April 28 denied Phoenix's request for a stay after the city filed a notice of appeal.
StandDown event provides services for Arizona veterans in need
The Arizona Housing Coalition is hosting an event that aims to help hundreds of veterans, many of whom are experiencing homelessness. The event began in 2013, and veterans can get dental and vision services, as well as meeting with representatives from the Federal Government, and get food, clothes, and even a haircut. FOX 10's Desiree Fluellen reports.
The Arizona Housing Coalition is hosting an event that aims to help hundreds of veterans, many of whom are experiencing homelessness. The event began in 2013, and veterans can get dental and vision services, as well as meeting with representatives from the Federal Government, and get food, clothes, and even a haircut. FOX 10's Desiree Fluellen reports.
9 arrested after search warrants served at 'The Zone' near downtown Phoenix
Phoenix Police said the raid happened after 7 a.m. near 9th Avenue and Jackson and was the culmination of several weeks worth of work in what they're calling a "crime suppression project."
Phoenix Police said the raid happened after 7 a.m. near 9th Avenue and Jackson and was the culmination of several weeks worth of work in what they're calling a "crime suppression project."
Several animals hurt following fire at 'The Zone' homeless encampment
During the early morning hours of April 25, a fire broke out at a homeless encampment near Downtown Phoenix known popularly as 'The Zone.' Several kittens are now being cared for, after being pulled from the fire, and FOX 10's Lindsey Ragas has more on the growing concern about animals inside The Zone.
During the early morning hours of April 25, a fire broke out at a homeless encampment near Downtown Phoenix known popularly as 'The Zone.' Several kittens are now being cared for, after being pulled from the fire, and FOX 10's Lindsey Ragas has more on the growing concern about animals inside The Zone.
Phoenix volunteer makes treat bags for homeless pets
Circle the City is a medical respite center in Phoenix that serves the homeless population - including pets. One volunteer is going above and beyond for man's best friend.
Circle the City is a medical respite center in Phoenix that serves the homeless population - including pets. One volunteer is going above and beyond for man's best friend.
A Flagstaff motel will soon become housing for the homeless
Flagstaff Shelter Services announced that it acquired a Motel 6 on East Lucky Lane for nearly $9 million - a building that is now being called The Lantern.
Flagstaff Shelter Services announced that it acquired a Motel 6 on East Lucky Lane for nearly $9 million - a building that is now being called The Lantern.
Homeless Crisis: North Phoenix residents voice concerns over neighborhood park
Residents in a neighborhood in North Phoenix say they have witnessed the decline of a park in the area, and they attribute the problem to the city's ongoing homeless crisis.
Residents in a neighborhood in North Phoenix say they have witnessed the decline of a park in the area, and they attribute the problem to the city's ongoing homeless crisis.
YMCA sets up new homeless shelter for young adults in Phoenix
The new program, which will be located in Downtown Phoenix, aims to help young adults who are experiencing homelessness, at a time when the city is facing a mounting homeless crisis. FOX 10's Danielle Miller reports.
The new program, which will be located in Downtown Phoenix, aims to help young adults who are experiencing homelessness, at a time when the city is facing a mounting homeless crisis. FOX 10's Danielle Miller reports.
Arizona Gov. Hobbs vetoes bill to ban tents in public places
Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs vetoed a bill on March 30 that would have prohibited people from setting up tents or tarps in public areas.
Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs vetoed a bill on March 30 that would have prohibited people from setting up tents or tarps in public areas.
As Maricopa County evictions rise to 2008 levels, Arizona named most popular state to move to in 2022
A new study has found that Arizona was the most popular state to move to in 2022. Meanwhile, eviction levels have risen to 2008 levels in Maricopa County.
A new study has found that Arizona was the most popular state to move to in 2022. Meanwhile, eviction levels have risen to 2008 levels in Maricopa County.
How a homeless encampment grew on private property with Arizonans living out of cars and RVs
FOX 10 discovered a growing homeless encampment on a privately owned lot in Phoenix, and we spoke to people who made it a community of sorts as they try to survive the streets. "I never thought my life would be like this."
FOX 10 discovered a growing homeless encampment on a privately owned lot in Phoenix, and we spoke to people who made it a community of sorts as they try to survive the streets. "I never thought my life would be like this."
Proposed Arizona law would crack down on homeless encampments
SB 1413 would require local governments to clean up encampments once they are reported, and homeless people on private property would be charged with trespassing.
SB 1413 would require local governments to clean up encampments once they are reported, and homeless people on private property would be charged with trespassing.
2023 poll: What is America’s biggest problem right now?
It’s not inflation, it’s not the economy, and it’s not racism, according to a Gallup poll taken this month.
It’s not inflation, it’s not the economy, and it’s not racism, according to a Gallup poll taken this month.
Amid cold snap, homeless organizations in Phoenix area do what they can to help those in need
With temperatures falling into the 30s during the overnight hours in the Valley, those who are homeless are at particular risk, and organizations are doing what they can to help those in need.
With temperatures falling into the 30s during the overnight hours in the Valley, those who are homeless are at particular risk, and organizations are doing what they can to help those in need.
Hawaii governor proposes plan to invest $1 billion in affordable housing
Green says his plan would help stem the exodus of people leaving the islands for less expensive places.
Green says his plan would help stem the exodus of people leaving the islands for less expensive places.
Point-in-time homeless count happening in Maricopa County
During the point-in-time count, volunteers scanned parks, riverbeds, and other areas in an effort to get an accurate number of men, women, and children who are experiencing homelessness at a single point in time.
During the point-in-time count, volunteers scanned parks, riverbeds, and other areas in an effort to get an accurate number of men, women, and children who are experiencing homelessness at a single point in time.