Winter Park Police to start new program aimed at helping homeless
The program relies on a federal grant that was temporarily frozen by the Trump administration this week, but Winter Park said it had planned to move forward anyway
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Number of people experiencing unsheltered homelessness increased by 86% from 2023 to 2024
Orlando’s plan to reduce homelessness ‘not changing’ due to new law, officials say
The city's aim to reduce homelessness by 50% by 2027 remains unchanged.
Beds, laws, lawsuits: The math of homelessness in Central Florida
Region grapples with homelessness crisis amid new legislation
Lakeland Leaders: Florida’s Anti-Camping Law Won’t Affect City’s Approach
Police will continue making arrests under a city ordinance prohibiting camping or sleeping on public property.
This story is part of a collaborative initiative of independent local news outlets working toward a more informed and engaged Central Florida. Find the collection of stories here.
Number of people experiencing unsheltered homelessness increased by 86% from 2023 to 2024
Orlando’s plan to reduce homelessness ‘not changing’ due to new law, officials say
The city's aim to reduce homelessness by 50% by 2027 remains unchanged.
Beds, laws, lawsuits: The math of homelessness in Central Florida
Region grapples with homelessness crisis amid new legislation
Lakeland Leaders: Florida’s Anti-Camping Law Won’t Affect City’s Approach
Police will continue making arrests under a city ordinance prohibiting camping or sleeping on public property.
