Tag: Housing

Grants Pass homeless shelter nears full occupancy with 150 beds assigned

August 7, 2026

Parker’s Place Village, Grants Pass’ newest homeless shelter, is nearing full occupancy as the city works to address its growing homelessness crisis. The shelter, which houses 150 individuals in converted shipping containers, has seen a…

Military Barracks Repurposed as Self-Contained Community in Alaska Town

August 4, 2026

Whittier, Alaska, operates under a unique communal structure, with nearly all its residents housed within a single 14-story building known as Begich Towers. Originally repurposed from a Cold War-era military barracks designed for harsh conditions,…

Phoenix Takes Bold Step with New Five-Pronged Strategy to Combat Growing Homelessness Crisis

June 26, 2026

Kingdom News Brief: Phoenix City Council has approved a comprehensive strategy to address homelessness, with plans aimed at reducing and preventing homelessness by 2029. The roadmap consists of five primary categories: prevention, neighborhood safety, coordination,…