Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Owning a home, or at least having one, has long been considered an essential part of the American dream. But what if Americans ...

Associate Professor Thomas Byrne, Boston University School of Social Work As the percentage of people over 65 experiencing homelessness continues to rise, those living in states with large older ...

Homelessness is one of the most debated urban crises today, but the real causes are often misunderstood. By examining data, trends, and common assumptions, this video breaks down what’s actually ...

The executive order shifts focus from housing-first to institutionalizing homeless individuals with mental health and substance abuse issues. Critics argue the order fails to address root causes of ...

Tom Byrne, a newly appointed associate professor, studies the root causes of homelessness, its impact on health, and the policies that could help make housing more secure. After graduating from BC in ...

Many homeless people have brain damage severe enough to limit living on their own, a Canadian doctor wrote, and intensive ...

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What can donors do to address the seemingly intractable problem of homelessness? Susan Thomas, president of the Melville Charitable Trust, joins Phil Buchanan and Grace Nicolette to discuss the ...

President Donald Trump is aiming to fundamentally shift how the country manages homelessness with a new executive order he signed last week. A new executive order tackles causes of homelessness. Why ...

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A person experiencing homelessness camps along a street in downtown Portland on Oct. 13, 2025. Abigail Dollins, Statesman Journ USA TODAY Network, Reuters Owning a home, or at least having one, has ...