Washington State Is One of The Worst For Veterans in Retirement
According to a recent study, Washington State isn't "all they can be" when it comes to veterans, especially those looking for a place to retire.
Homelessness
Yakima County Hosts Homelessness Strategy Session
Will you attend any of the meetings?
City Council Keeps Mum on New Manager's Identity
Last week the council picked a favorite out of the top three candidates but the council isn't yet identifying that person.
Supreme Court Ruling: Impact on City Laws, Homeless Population
Recent Supreme Court decision may lead to more stringent laws on outdoor sleeping.
Yakima Watching: The US Supreme Court vs. Homeless Camping
According to the Department of Housing homelessness in America grew 12% between the years of 2022 and 2023
Annual Homeless Point In Time Count Marks Overall Increase In Homelessness
The results of this year's Homeless Point In Time Count for Chelan and Douglas Counties are in, and the numbers indicate a slightly bleaker picture than last year.
The 2024 count surveyed 141 people who are experiencing homelessness in the two-county area, marking an increase of 16...
Helping Homeless? City Starts New Program to Help Street People
Yakima Police have agreed to increase their priority for responding to complaints in the downtown core and North 1st Street about what are called civility crimes.
Chelan Douglas Task Force Looking For Member Who's Been Homeless
The task force sets priorities for homeless services and programs in the two counties.
Judge Ruling Signals end of Spokane's Camp Hope, Now What?
Judge officially rules camp is a public nuisance, and a hazard.
Oregon Monthly Payments Hoping to Pull People out of Homelessness
Paying homeless people on a monthly basis to get them out of poverty.