Skid Row was L.A.'s solution for homelessness. Now that's changing
David Weinberg Mar 19, 2013
Los Angeles has long steered its homeless population to a border area of downtown rarely seen except by those who work there and the homeless. Now redevelopment is pressing against Skid Row, and advocates are taking steps to secure homes for the homeless.
Celebrating Chinese New Year on the Street of Eternal Happiness
Rob Schmitz Feb 14, 2013
Chinese New Year is a time when most Chinese return home to celebrate with their families. We meet one homeless man who spends his New Year begging for change on the Street of Eternal Happiness.
Rebuilding a life from homelessness
Nancy Marshall-Genzer Jan 7, 2013
Marketplace revisits homeless, single mom Silvia Encinas.
Homeless vets face challenges in filing disability claims
Samara Freemark Nov 12, 2012
The Veteran's Administration has made homeless vets a priority, but delays in getting benefits persist
Rich and poor in San Diego speak out on wealth gap
Tom Fudge Oct 5, 2012
Residents of San Diego's wealthiest and poorest neighborhoods reflect on opportunity, responsibility and the American Dream.
A car can transport people out of poverty
Shereen Marisol Meraji Oct 12, 2012
When you're poor, car trouble can spiral out of control -- but for those without access to public transportation, a car is essential.
Law against panhandling ruled too harsh
Krissy Clark Sep 28, 2012
An Arcata, California ordinance did not allow non-aggressive requests for money, including signs, in many parts of town. But that all changed when a judge ruled the mandate unconstitutional.
The downward spiral: Homeless in San Francisco
Julia Scott Jul 6, 2012
In the city by the bay, homeless citizens share how easy it is to lose the roof over your head.
Cyndi Lauper on advocating for LGBT youth
Jeremy Hobson Jul 6, 2012
The singer-songwriter discusses her motivations behind trying to help LGBT homeless youth with her True Colors Fund.
Homeless, jobless flock to libraries
Julia Scott Mar 21, 2012
City libraries are trying to revamp to help homeless patrons, even as their budgets are slashed.
