City of Phoenix documents identify man who owns unauthorized sculptures that were put up near 'The Zone'
We now know the name of a man who owns a number of dinosaur sculptures that have been erected in a part of Central Phoenix known as 'The Zone,' where a number of homeless people congregate. City of Phoenix officials have said the sculptures are not authorized to be there.
Outreach Outnumbered: What advocates are up against helping booming unsheltered population in Arizona
Outreach teams in the Phoenix metro area looking to help the unsheltered are met with the challenge of teams being too small for the growing homeless crisis. We're taking a deeper look into what the teams are doing to build trust with this community and break down barriers for getting help.
Brooklyn Center liquor store employee offers homeless patron shoes off their feet
One employee at Brooklyn Center took the adage to heart when they were spotted giving a patron the shoes off their feet, according to a post on the store’s social media accounts.
Unsheltered community in Phoenix area facing winter weather as advocates try to help
A big winter storm in Arizona, bringing rain, snow, and freezing temperatures along with it, means many people are changing their plans, but it also means those who don't have a roof over their heads are looking for ways to stay warm and dry.
1 person burned in fire at 'the Zone' in downtown Phoenix
Firefighters say one person was hospitalized with burn injuries following reports of multiple tents on fire at "the Zone" during the early-morning hours of Nov. 14. The area is home to over a thousand homeless people near downtown Phoenix.
No Address': Film crew highlighting nationwide homeless problem comes to Arizona
A new feature film called "No Address" is being shot to address America's homeless problem. The film crew visited areas with the worst homeless crises - and thought brought them here to Arizona.
‘Make Camo Your Cause’ campaign works to end veteran homelessness — how you can help
U.S.VETS is bringing visibility to veteran homelessness through its ‘Make Camo Your Cause’ campaign. Here’s how you can help.
Mammogram event held in Phoenix for those who are homeless
Officials with Circle The City say they expected 40 people to sign up for the event, but more than double that number of people signed up in the end.
Homeless Crisis: Judge hears lawsuit brought by residents, businesses over 'The Zone'
The lawsuit was brought against the City of Phoenix by business owners and residents over a large encampment near the Arizona State Capitol that is known as 'The Zone.' We have covered 'The Zone' extensively in previous reports. FOX 10's Justin Lum has the latest on the lawsuit.
Homeless man builds wooden house 'on wheels' on Hollywood Boulevard
A small wooden house built by a homeless man on Hollywood Boulevard is drawing a lot of attention from people passing by the popular Los Angeles road.
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.
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.