Homeless advocates take city of Tempe to court
A lawsuit has been filed against the city of Tempe challenges a law that requires special permits for picnics and giveaways for homeless people. FOX 10's Brian Webb has the story.
Lawsuit over homeless feeding ban in Tempe parks heads to court
A court battle is set to begin in Tempe over the treatment of homeless people in public parks.
Jon Bon Jovi slammed by NJ mayor for turning town into ‘ground zero’ for homeless
Jon Bon Jovi’s soup kitchen is causing more issues than it's solving, in the opinion of Toms River Mayor Daniel Rodrick.
Phoenix Navigation Center provides 300 shelter beds and job support services for homeless
The Phoenix Navigation Center offers 300 shelter beds for the homeless after receiving funding from the state and the city, providing care and job placement services for residents staying in converted shipping containers.
Detroit mayor wants review of homeless outreach strategy after kids freeze to death
Officials are reeling after the discovery in a van parked at a casino in Detroit where two kids were found dead early Monday morning. According to police, both kids froze to death due to frigid winter temperatures.
Sober living crisis compounds homelessness issues in AZ
Two major issues in Arizona have become intertwined since the state’s Medicaid agency cracked down on fraudulent behavioral health facilities in 2023. Some critics say the suspension of hundreds of providers was an over-correction after Arizona lost more than $2 billion in estimated fraud. FOX 10's Justin Lum has this story.
AZ nonprofit trying to protect people from cold
A Phoenix area non-profit is looking for donations amid a cooler weather streak in Arizona, as they try to protect those without a home from the cold temperatures.
Point In Time homelessness count takes place in Maricopa County
Maricopa County hosted its annual Point In Time homelessness count to gather information on the homeless population in the Valley.
Annual Point-In-Time homeless count in Maricopa County
On Tuesday, volunteers will head out for the annual Point-In-Time homeless count in Maricopa County. FOX 10's Danielle Miller has more.
Gourmet chefs give back at St. Vincent de Paul
Gourmet chefs serve a variety of dishes at St. Vincent de Paul to feed the homeless at an event honoring the legacy of Muhammad Ali. FOX 10's Dominique Newland has the story.
New affordable housing complex opens in Phoenix
A new, affordable housing complex is opening up in Phoenix. The new complex can help those who are struggling to find a place to live, and FOX 10's Irene Snyder has more on one Phoenix area mother who was able to find a new home, thanks to the complex's opening.
Glendale considers change to homeless camping rules
Glendale City Council leaders will vote on a new ordinance that would change if people can camp or sleep in vehicles if they can't find a shelter.
Maricopa County breaks record for most evictions
With more than 87,000 evictions in 2024, Maricopa County set a new record this year after December data was released to the public.
Jimmy Carter's Habitat for Humanity legacy: 'He stood up for us'
President Jimmy Carter and his wife Rosalynn spent decades helping build thousands of homes with Habitat for Humanity.
Homelessness increases by 18% in 2024. Inflation and rise in evictions are contributing factors.
The homeless issue in the U.S. and Arizona is still on the rise, driven by mental health, addiction, high eviction rates, and inflation, according to a new report from the Department of Housing and Urban Development.
Homelessness sharply increases in Arizona in 2024
A report from the US Department of Housing and Urban Development shows that homelessness is rising nationwide and in Arizona at an alarming rate. FOX 10's Nicole Krasean has more.
Phoenix approves 'The Zone' settlement
The city of Phoenix has approved a $300,000 settlement with business owners impacted by "The Zone" near downtown Phoenix.
Maricopa County projected to break record of more than 83,000 eviction filings in 2024
Stunning new numbers out of Maricopa County say it is on pace to set a new record for eviction filings in 2024, most likely topping 83,000 by the end of the year.
Maricopa County set to break record of 83k eviction filings
In Maricopa County, nearly 80,000 eviction cases have been filed so far this year, which puts it on pace to break the record set in 2005 at just over 83,000.
Tempe begins enforcing camping ordinance to comply with Prop 312 and Supreme Court decision
The city of Tempe is cracking down on its camping ordinance, saying the policy will now be strictly enforced, but not everyone thinks this is the right move.