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health18 hours ago

Berkeley Alerts About Rat-Borne Leptospirosis Near Encampments

Berkeley health officials warned that leptospirosis, a treatable but potentially deadly rat-borne disease, has been detected in and around a homeless encampment near Harrison Street, with numerous rats and at least two dogs testing positive in 2025. An alert urges encampment residents to leave a red zone bounded by San Pablo Avenue, Gilman Street, Codornices Creek and the railroad tracks, and the city plans to clear encampments and disinfect the area. The disease spreads via infected animal urine and can cause flu-like symptoms 2–30 days after exposure, potentially leading to kidney or liver failure or meningitis if untreated. UC Berkeley also urged residents to take standard precautions like good hygiene and keeping pets away from areas with rodent activity.

via Patch|
#berkeley#encampments#health
public-policy4 months ago

Governor Newsom launches statewide task force to address homeless encampments in California

California Governor Gavin Newsom has launched a new task force comprising six state agencies to address and clear homeless encampments in the state's largest cities, focusing on removing encampments on state property and connecting homeless individuals with housing and services, amid ongoing debates over homelessness policies.

via CalMatters|
#california#encampments#gavin-newsom
local-news5 months ago

Trump Intensifies Crackdown on Washington Homeless Camps

The Washington D.C. government, under the Trump administration, has cleared several homeless encampments, including near the Lincoln Memorial, as part of a broader effort to remove street camps, which activists argue displaces the homeless without addressing underlying issues like affordable housing. Many residents, like David Beatty and George Morgan, were forced to leave with limited options, raising concerns about the impact on vulnerable populations and the effectiveness of such policies.

via NPR|
#encampments#homeless-shelters#homelessness
social-issues1 year ago

Unhoused Individuals Construct Self-Sustaining Community Along Los Angeles Freeway

Homeless individuals in Los Angeles have constructed an impressive makeshift house with amenities such as a garden, barbecue, and working electricity alongside a freeway. The number of encampments in the area has increased due to the rising homelessness crisis in the city, with mixed reactions from nearby residents. While some are understanding, others express concern about the use of public land and safety hazards. The situation highlights the ongoing housing crisis and affordability issues in Los Angeles.

via New York Post |
#encampments#homelessness#housing-crisis
politics2 years ago

California Takes Action: Millions Allocated to Clear Homeless Camps and Address Crisis

California Governor Gavin Newsom announced that the state will allocate nearly $300 million to clear homeless encampments and provide housing for the homeless. The funds will be given to the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) to remove camps on state property and assist the homeless in finding alternative housing. Newsom emphasized the need to address the underlying issues and support individuals in achieving self-sufficiency. However, Republican State Senator Brian Dahle criticized Newsom, stating that the governor had merely relocated the encampments rather than resolving the crisis. Homelessness has been a longstanding concern in California, with residents and business owners complaining about the impact of encampments on safety and crime rates. The recent removal of homeless camps in San Francisco ahead of a summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping has drawn mixed reactions, with some praising the effort and others criticizing it as a superficial attempt to improve optics.

via Fox News|
#california#encampments#funding
social-issues2 years ago

The Controversy Surrounding City Crackdowns on Homeless Encampments

Cities across the United States are cracking down on homeless encampments, clearing them in an attempt to address what some residents perceive as dangerous and unsanitary living conditions. However, homeless people and their advocates argue that these sweeps are cruel and ineffective, and that the real solution lies in providing more affordable housing. Despite the millions of dollars spent on clearing encampments, there has been little reduction in the number of tents on sidewalks, in parks, and near freeway off-ramps. Critics argue that these crackdowns only perpetuate the cycle of poverty and homelessness, while advocates call for a more compassionate and housing-focused approach.

via The Associated Press|
#advocacy#affordable-housing#encampments
immigration2 years ago

NYC Officials Explore Tent Distribution and Encampments for Migrants in Central Park

New York City officials have reportedly discussed distributing tents to newly arrived migrants and creating encampments in parks as a solution to the housing crisis caused by the influx of migrants. Mayor Eric Adams has stated that the city has run out of hotel rooms and indoor sites to house the 65,000 migrants currently in its care. The proposal comes as a poll shows that a majority of New Yorkers agree with Adams' earlier statement that the migrant crisis will "destroy the city." Adams is now seeking large outdoor spaces to house migrants and warns that people will soon see "the visual signs of this crisis in our city." The city has already opened at least 250 emergency shelters for migrants, including tent facilities, dorms, school gyms, and parks.

via Daily Mail|
#encampments#immigration#mayor-eric-adams
politics2 years ago

"Newsom and Arizona Judge Urge Supreme Court to Address Homeless Encampment Crisis"

California Governor Gavin Newsom is urging the U.S. Supreme Court to review a ruling that has prevented cities from clearing homeless encampments, arguing that it has "paralyzed" cities and worsened the humanitarian crisis. The ruling, which invalidated anti-camping ordinances in Grants Pass, Oregon, has limited California officials' authority to address the issue of homelessness. Newsom is calling for the courts to stop imposing confusing and impractical rulings that hinder efforts to protect homeless individuals and the public. The Supreme Court will decide whether to take up the case.

via POLITICO|
#encampments#gavin-newsom#homelessness
social-issues2 years ago

Lawsuit Filed Against Sacramento's Leaders Over Homeless Encampments

Sacramento's District Attorney Thien Ho has filed a lawsuit against the city's leaders over their failure to clean up homeless encampments, citing a "collapse into chaos" and the erosion of everyday life. The lawsuit includes accounts from residents and business owners who have experienced threats, break-ins, and assaults by homeless individuals. The city has seen a significant increase in homelessness, with nearly 9,300 homeless people in 2022, up 67% from 2019. Sacramento Mayor Darrell Steinberg argues that the city has taken steps to address the issue, including adding emergency shelter beds and passing ordinances, but Ho believes more needs to be done.

via NBC News|
#city-officials#encampments#homelessness
politics2 years ago

California to Intervene in Court Case Blocking San Francisco's Encampment Clearing, Newsom Announces

California Governor Gavin Newsom announced that the state will intervene in a federal court case that has prevented San Francisco from clearing homeless encampments until more shelter beds are available. Newsom criticized the judge's ruling, stating that it hinders the state's ability to address the critical issue of homelessness. He expressed support for the case to reach the Supreme Court and criticized federal judges for what he called a "perverse interpretation" of a ruling that cities cannot prosecute people for sleeping on the streets if they have nowhere else to go. Newsom also discussed his plans to tackle climate change with China and expressed skepticism towards a secretive project by Silicon Valley billionaires to build a new city between San Francisco and Sacramento.

via Yahoo News|
#court-case#encampments#gavin-newsom