Whoever takes the mantle as California’s next governor will face an immediate test as they try to solve the crisis of homelessness on the streets.

Ashland expands hours at its designated homeless camping site as officials respond to complaints about Garfield Park and weigh long-term shelter plans.

Homelessness prevention shows promising results in California, as advocates push to spread it statewide and nationally.

The project is estimated to cost about $5.8 million and is paid for by a series of grants.

A $700 million state program targets homelessness, but housing shortages, staffing challenges and funding gaps are making it harder to move people into permanent housing.

The region is facing its biggest winter storm so far this season. Homeless service providers across southwest Oregon and northwest California are opening inclement weather shelters to keep people warm and dry.

A California company is using AI to help diagnose homeless Californians. The technology promises better access to health care, but it also raises questions.

Some attendants mentioned security concerns at their businesses, including frequent break-ins and vandalism.

Gov. Gavin Newsom’s administration is pressuring local leaders to pass ordinances regulating homeless encampments, among other requirements.

While the state has helped thousands of people out of homelessness, recent counts show the problem increasing in much of the state.

The new law responds to a recent crackdown on homeless encampments nationwide, following a 2024 Supreme Court ruling.

A new law going into effect Jan. 1, 2026 prevents cities from penalizing outreach workers who provide services such as legal aid or hand out blankets at encampments.