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Homelessness

An unhoused man keeping warm in the Trenton Train Station answering questions
Community

New Jersey’s homeless population is growing. So too are concerns about federal assistance program budgets being slashed

Many homeless individuals are scared to go to shelters for fear they will be robbed or attacked.

1 week ago

Listen 1:18
The town square in Georgetown, Delaware
Community

Cómo la falta de servicios, las deficiencias en materia de vivienda y las políticas implementadas convirtieron a Georgetown, Delaware, en un punto neurálgico para las personas sin hogar.

Un nuevo estudio arroja luz sobre por qué la falta de vivienda se concentra en Georgetown, en el condado de Sussex, y sobre lo que, según los líderes locales.

2 weeks ago

The town square in Georgetown, Delaware
Community

How services, housing gaps and policy made Georgetown, Delaware a focal point for homelessness

A new study sheds light on why homelessness is concentrated in Sussex County’s Georgetown and what leaders say is needed to address it.

4 weeks ago

Listen 1:40
Las tiendas de campaña cubren los terrenos de Christina Park
Urban Planning

“Un lugar al que pertenecer”: el alcalde de Wilmington encarga a una organización local que trabaja con personas sin hogar la gestión de un campamento de personas sin techo en el este de la ciudad.

Friendship House (“La Casa de la Amistad”) es una organización comunitaria de Wilmington que ayuda a las personas sin hogar a encontrar estabilidad y recursos.

1 month ago

Tents cover the grounds of Christina Park
Urban Planning

‘A place to belong’: Wilmington mayor taps local homeless organization to manage unhoused encampment on city’s east side

The Friendship House is a Wilmington community organization that helps homeless residents find stability and resources.

1 month ago

Listen 0:54
Cherelle Parker is on stage speaking at a podium
Politics & Policy

Mayor Parker announces plan to add 1,000 new beds to house people experiencing homelessness in Philadelphia

The ‘One Philly Plan to End Street Homelessness’ is a partnership with Jefferson Hospital in an attempt to help thousands of homeless residents.

2 months ago

Listen 0:59
Montgomery County Commissioner Neil Makhija speaks
Community

Montco businessman commits $1M to support new Lansdale homeless shelter

Construction on the new homeless shelter in Lansdale is ongoing. Montgomery County officials are tentatively planning a ribbon cutting ceremony for February 2026.

2 months ago

Listen 0:59
Ask Governor Meyer
Politics & Policy

Ask Governor Meyer | WHYY & DPM | 12/18/2025

Ask Governor Meyer is a chance for Delawareans to hear directly from their governor and ask questions in real time.

Air Date: December 18, 2025 8:00 pm

Listen 50:58
inside the developing Camden's Martin McKernan Supportive Housing Center
Urban Planning

Camden County builds $22 million supportive housing complex with 60 units for unsheltered residents

The McKernan Supportive Housing Community in Blackwood is slated to open by summer 2026.

2 months ago

Listen 1:35
Los manifestantes se reúnen detrás de un ataúd de madera
Community

El clero se une a los defensores de casas para personas sin hogar en una manifestación instando a los funcionarios de Wilmington a hacer más para abordar la falta de vivienda

Los manifestantes se reunieron frente al ayuntamiento de Wilmington como parte de un movimiento para conseguir apoyo para programas que ayuden a los pobres.

3 months ago

A member of Philly House's staff prepares to serve food
Community

Philly House forced to serve out of mobile kitchen this Thanksgiving, but the mission continues

Meals will be served in the parking lot at Philly House this holiday season after damage was found to the main kitchen.

3 months ago

Protesters standing behind a large coffin.
Community

Clergy join housing advocates in rally urging Wilmington officials to do more to address homelessness

Protesters gathered in front of Wilmington’s city hall as part of a movement to rally support for programs that help the poor.

3 months ago

Algunas personas sin hogar en Wilmington se están refugiando bajo un paso elevado en la ciudad. (Sarah Mueller/WHYY)
Studio 2
Politics & Policy

Debating Trump’s approach to homelessness

The Trump administration announced significant cuts to permanent housing programs. It wants to prioritize organizations focusing on drug treatment and work initiatives.

Air Date: November 17, 2025 12:00 pm

Listen 51:40
El Alcalde de Wilmington John Carney
Politics & Policy

“Esto no está bien”: el alcalde de Wilmington anuncia una nueva estrategia para las personas sin hogar y culpa a Filadelfia del aumento de la población sin techo en la ciudad

Las autoridades de Wilmington permitirán acampar en un parque de la ciudad, pero prohibirán dormir al aire libre en todas las demás zonas de la ciudad.

3 months ago

Algunos residentes sin hogar de Wilmington
Community

“Piensan que no eres nadie”: Activistas por la vivienda afirman que las personas sin hogar de Wilmington afrontan la escasez de camas en albergues y redadas policiales.

Los defensores afirman que la falta de camas en los albergues está obligando a la gente a dormir al aire libre.

4 months ago

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