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California Homelessness Crisis Worsens as Arrests Surge
6/28/2025
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Story summary
- California's homelessness crisis deepened following the Supreme Court's Grants Pass v. Johnson ruling, allowing cities to impose tougher anti-camping laws. In Los Angeles, arrests for camping skyrocketed by 68% in late 2024, yet a mere 17% of those affected secured shelter, underscoring the persistent struggles faced by the unhoused community.
