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Homeless Crisis

Residents express concerns over SODO homeless shelter plans
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Residents express concerns over SODO homeless shelter plans

Some residents are pushing back against a proposed homeless shelter in the SODO area of Orlando. Last night, dozens of people voiced their concerns at a meeting, despite the topic not even being on the meeting's agenda.

February 19, 2025 1:51pm EST
Residents worry of homeless camp conditions, help to clean up
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Residents worry of homeless camp conditions, help to clean up

Some homeowners in palm Bay are worried about the conditions of homeless camps in their area. A few neighbors have even taken matters into their own hands. They recently helped to clean up a camp themselves.

February 18, 2025 8:52am EST
Local charity proposes homeless shelter on wheels
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Local charity proposes homeless shelter on wheels

Buses could soon be driving around to offer the homeless a safe place to sleep. The City of Orlando is considering the idea right now, alongside the Christian Service Center.

February 18, 2025 8:31am EST
Central Florida's homeless population fearful of expanded law banning public sleeping

Central Florida's homeless population fearful of expanded law banning public sleeping

There are thousands of people in Central Florida experiencing homelessness, and even more on the brink of becoming homeless. Now, all of their lives just got more complicated.

January 1, 2025 7:23pm EST
Veteran homelessness persists as thousands struggle to find stable housing

Veteran homelessness persists as thousands struggle to find stable housing

Homelessness remains a major challenge for U.S. veterans, leaving thousands without stable housing. Among them is 76-year-old Vietnam veteran Michael Smith.

November 11, 2024 8:30pm EST
Florida law banning public sleeping now in effect, leaving some homeless in the lurch

Florida law banning public sleeping now in effect, leaving some homeless in the lurch

A new law is now in effect in Florida, banning sleeping or camping in public, and saying people can sue counties that don’t stop public sleeping.

October 1, 2024 7:17pm EDT

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