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​​​August of 2024

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Homeless Californians are experiencing increased enforcement on encampments following a Supreme Court ruling and Governor Gavin Newsom's executive order. The crackdowns have intensified without a corresponding rise in shelter availability, leaving many unhoused individuals struggling to find a place to stay.

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July of 2024

CalMatters: Gavin Newsom orders state agencies to move homeless people out of camps — but to where?​

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In July 2024, Governor Gavin Newsom ordered the clearing of large homeless encampments statewide, aiming to relocate individuals to safer, temporary housing. The move sparked debate, with critics arguing it lacked long-term solutions, while Newsom emphasized the need to improve public safety and living conditions.

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June of 2024

Los Angeles Times: For the first time since 2018, homeless count finds fewer people living on L.A. streets

 

The 2024 Los Angeles homeless count showed a slight decline, with overall homelessness decreasing by 0.3% in the county and 2.2% in the city, breaking a five-year upward trend. Programs like Inside Safe and Pathway Home significantly reduced the unsheltered population by moving thousands into temporary housing, but homelessness remains a critical challenge due to ongoing economic instability and a lack of affordable housing.

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In Orange County, the 2024 homeless count recorded a significant 28% increase, rising to 7,322 people compared to the previous year. This contrasts with the slight declines seen in Los Angeles and neighboring cities, highlighting a growing homelessness challenge in the area.

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