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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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."
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Judge rejects Phoenix's request to dismiss lawsuit over alleged 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.
The number of homeless youth in Arizona is growing
Arizona doesn't have the highest youth homeless population in the country, but it saw the largest increase compared to other states.
Texas 7-Eleven store plays classical music to deter homeless population
The owner of a convenience store in Austin, Texas says the goal is to deter homeless individuals from being there and harassing customers. Some customers say they're all for the music, while others are annoyed by it.
Model shipping container homes to go on display in downtown Phoenix during Super Bowl
The homes will be on display from February to May, and after the display run is over, they will be transformed into transitional housing for the homeless.
More cleanup underway at 'The Zone' in downtown Phoenix
Cleanup of "The Zone" follows a federal lawsuit filed by the ACLU where a judge put restrictions on how the city conducts sweeps and handles personal property.
Cleanup at Central Phoenix's 'The Zone' homeless encampment took place hours after court ruling
Hours after a court ruling, officials with the City of Phoenix conducted cleanup efforts at homeless encampment known as 'The Zone' in Central Phoenix.
Judge lays down restrictions as Phoenix resumes homeless camp sweeps
A federal judge has imposed a number of restrictions on Phoenix city officials in relation to the resumption of homeless encampment sweeps.
Phoenix City Council votes to transform shipping containers into shelters as way to combat homelessness
Members of the Phoenix City Council have approved a new plan to combat the city's growing homeless problem, with the help of some shipping containers.
Man behind unauthorized dinosaur sculptures near 'The Zone' uncovered
It looks like a dinosaur invasion of sorts, as two sculptures of the famous extinct animal showed up in a part of Phoenix that has been blighted by a homelessness problem. The problem is; the sculptures aren't supposed to be there.