Housing
Stories from the front lines of the housing crisis
Housing and homelessness affects all of us. Our daily reporting covers aspects of health, community, economy, international relations, and social justice relative to the housing crisis.
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How the U.S. Rental Market Is Failing People of Color
Housing in the United States is more competitive than ever, and Black and Latinx renters are dealing with the consequences. Read more
May 4, 2022
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A New Bill Would Declare Housing as a Human Right
Advocates back new federal legislation to end homelessness across the country. Read more
Apr 6, 2022
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When Attending College Means Losing Your Home
Nearly 60 percent of college students report struggling to access basic necessities, including food and housing. A national program is providing emergency funds to change that. Read more
Mar 11, 2022
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Smart Ass Cripple: Too Disabled for the Community
Be careful not to require too much assistance from your assisted living community—you might get kicked out. Read more
Feb 14, 2022
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Breaking the Law, Paying a Pittance
Violators of state rules regarding the eviction of elderly residents are even offered discounts. Read more
Feb 4, 2022
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Midwest Dispatch: Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey's New Clothes, Courtesy of Vogue
The magazine depicts him as a fresh face in progressive politics. But in reality, he’s been avoiding accountability since 2017 in a city where police and gun violence are running rampant. Read more
Feb 3, 2022
Put an End to Wrongful Elder Evictions
Like the federal law governing nursing homes nationwide, Wisconsin law requires providers to give residents 30 days advance notice before an involuntary discharge. Read more
Jan 31, 2022
