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A plan to cure the homeless overdose epidemic

A plan to cure the homeless overdose epidemic

Brigham Tomco, Deseret News  |  Posted Feb. 7 - 6:02 p.m.

State Rep. Tyler Clancy, R-Provo, this week presented the second of two comprehensive homelessness bills that he is spearheading this legislative session.
Ogden Fire Department expands services with new homeless medical advocate

Ogden Fire Department expands services with new homeless medical advocate

Alex Cabrero, KSL-TV  |  Posted Feb. 2 - 9:27 a.m.

The Ogden Fire Department has created a new position. The homeless medical advocate will address the high number of 911 calls from the city's homeless shelter and other areas where the homeless gather.
State moves ahead with 'code red' plan to protect homeless Utahns from summer heat

State moves ahead with 'code red' plan to protect homeless Utahns from summer heat

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 30 - 8:03 p.m.

Utah lawmakers moved forward with a plan to create "code red" alerts meant to protect unhoused Utahns from dangerous summer temperatures, similar to the "code blue" system in place during extreme cold.
More than a home: How a 'human first' approach could reinvent Utah homeless policy

More than a home: How a 'human first' approach could reinvent Utah homeless policy

Brigham Tomco, Deseret News  |  Posted Jan. 25 - 9:03 p.m.

It happened beneath the old viaduct on 4th West and North Temple: the first time Tiffany Holdaway took meth.
Code Blue Alert triggers temporary warming stations to open in Salt Lake City

Code Blue Alert triggers temporary warming stations to open in Salt Lake City

Debbie Worthen, KSL-TV  |  Posted Jan. 21 - 12:00 p.m.

Frigid temperatures prompted Salt Lake City officials to declare a Code Blue emergency Monday night and open warming stations for those experiencing homelessness.
Risk of frostbite to be especially high in Utah during upcoming week, experts say

Risk of frostbite to be especially high in Utah during upcoming week, experts say

Ivy Farguheson, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 17 - 8:47 p.m.

Medical professionals from University of Utah Hospital warned Friday that the danger of developing frostbite is expected to increase in the next week as Arctic temperatures move into the state
'Fed up' Salt Lake City calls for help to solve 'brokenness' in crime, homeless services

'Fed up' Salt Lake City calls for help to solve 'brokenness' in crime, homeless services

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 16 - 1:11 p.m.

Salt Lake City's mayor says major gaps in homeless services and criminal justice systems must be fixed to solve issues that prompted state leadership concerns about policing.
At least 150 volunteers needed for Utah homeless count starting Jan. 30

At least 150 volunteers needed for Utah homeless count starting Jan. 30

Ivy Farguheson, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 16 - 8:01 a.m.

The annual Point-In-Time count is at the end of the month, though organizers do not have enough volunteers to do the count.
Ogden leaders table action on facility for chronically homeless, will investigate other locations

Ogden leaders table action on facility for chronically homeless, will investigate other locations

Tim Vandenack, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 14 - 10:11 p.m.

Ogden leaders tabled action on allowing plans for a facility for the chronically homeless to proceed and will instead investigate other sites before taking final action.
Proposed Ogden facility for chronically homeless hits roadblock over location

Proposed Ogden facility for chronically homeless hits roadblock over location

Tim Vandenack, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 8 - 9:04 p.m.

Plans to develop a facility to house the chronically homeless in Ogden's core area are sparking opposition from some leaders over the proposed location.
Unfinished business: Cox administration reflects on triumphs and trials from the first 4 years

Unfinished business: Cox administration reflects on triumphs and trials from the first 4 years

Brigham Tomco, Deseret News  |  Posted Jan. 1 - 9:03 p.m.

The end of 2024 marks the end of Utah Gov. Spencer Cox's first term and the beginning of his second four-year term in office.
Homelessness hits record level nationwide. Critics say the 'housing-first approach' isn't working

Homelessness hits record level nationwide. Critics say the 'housing-first approach' isn't working

Brigham Tomco, Deseret News  |  Posted Dec. 31 - 2:14 p.m.

The federal government's annual point-in-time report found that homelessness increased nationwide from January 2023 to January 2024, reaching a record level.
'A dream come true': First of its kind homeless village opens in Utah — with more units to come

'A dream come true': First of its kind homeless village opens in Utah — with more units to come

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 30 - 9:13 p.m.

A new, long-awaited village creates new "deeply affordable" housing for Utahns who have experienced chronic homelessness.
Utah leaders are asking for much less spending on homelessness in 2025. Here's why

Utah leaders are asking for much less spending on homelessness in 2025. Here's why

Brigham Tomco, Deseret News  |  Posted Dec. 30 - 2:56 p.m.

Utah leaders have slim expectations for how much funding the state Legislature will appropriate in 2025 to address homelessness.
Medical respite for the homeless saves money, lives, study says

Medical respite for the homeless saves money, lives, study says

Lois M. Collins, Deseret News  |  Posted Dec. 30 - 8:03 a.m.

A UVU study suggests that medical respite for those experiencing homelessness saves money, improves outcomes and takes some pressure off health care systems.
US homelessness up 18% as affordable housing remains out of reach for many people

US homelessness up 18% as affordable housing remains out of reach for many people

Michael Casey, Associated Press  |  Posted Dec. 27 - 8:28 p.m.

Federal officials say the United States saw an 18.1% increase in homelessness, a dramatic rise driven mostly by a lack of affordable housing as well as devastating natural disasters and a surge of migrants in several parts of the country.
Christmas celebration provides homeless women chance to be in community

Christmas celebration provides homeless women chance to be in community

Ivy Farguheson, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 23 - 9:35 p.m.

The Rescue Mission of Salt Lake held its annual Christmas luncheon Monday. Each year, women from the organization use the celebration as a chance to be of service to others.
Utahns spend the weekend before Christmas by giving back to resource center

Utahns spend the weekend before Christmas by giving back to resource center

Brian Carlson, KSL-TV  |  Posted Dec. 22 - 12:15 p.m.

More than 200 women in need had a hot meal and a safe place to stay Saturday night, thanks to a small group of volunteers at a local resource center.
Weber officials still seek space to serve homeless on Utah's coldest nights

Weber officials still seek space to serve homeless on Utah's coldest nights

Tim Vandenack, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 19 - 6:17 a.m.

Weber County leaders are still searching for an overnight space to serve the homeless on the coldest of nights, as required by state law.
Balancing order and compassion: How Utah lawmakers hope to target chronic homelessness

Balancing order and compassion: How Utah lawmakers hope to target chronic homelessness

Brigham Tomco, Deseret News  |  Posted Dec. 15 - 7:06 p.m.

Utah lawmakers plan to prioritize recovery treatment over temporary shelter for chronic homelessness during the upcoming legislative session.
Davis County warming center has operated without issues, despite backlash

Davis County warming center has operated without issues, despite backlash

Tim Vandenack, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 10 - 7:11 p.m.

The Davis County warming center in Layton has operated without issues so far, though the facility sparked sharp backlash from some.
Switchpoint asks for holiday help to support the homeless

Switchpoint asks for holiday help to support the homeless

Mike Anderson, KSL-TV  |  Posted Dec. 10 - 9:05 a.m.

A nonprofit that is working to help Utah's homeless get back into the community is asking for some help this holiday season.
Ogden debating new facility for homeless; proposal draws largely supportive feedback

Ogden debating new facility for homeless; proposal draws largely supportive feedback

Tim Vandenack, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 4 - 7:12 p.m.

Ogden leaders are debating whether to permit a 25-bed facility for people who are chronically homeless. The plans, so far, are generating largely supportive public feedback.
'I have to give thanks': Utah's homeless offer their take on Thanksgiving

'I have to give thanks': Utah's homeless offer their take on Thanksgiving

Tim Vandenack, KSL.com  |  Posted Nov. 28 - 5:05 p.m.

The Salt Lake City Mission and Salvation Army provided around 2,000 free Thanksgiving meals, and recipients said they have much to be thankful for.
'Renewed hope': Hundreds of homeless Utahns served Thanksgiving meals at Rescue Mission

'Renewed hope': Hundreds of homeless Utahns served Thanksgiving meals at Rescue Mission

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL.com  |  Posted Nov. 27 - 9:03 p.m.

Utah's governor and lieutenant governor helped serve Thanksgiving dinners to hundreds of Utahns experiencing homelessness at the Rescue Mission of Salt Lake on Wednesday.