MEDFORD, Ore. — It was a very special day for kids from the Valley School of Southern Oregon. They’ve been getting to know 7 people in the community experiencing homelessness as part of a school-wide project. Today, they showcased their ...
Jackson County, Ore. – Camping near state highways is illegal in Oregon, but that hasn’t stopped groups of people from camping underneath bridges near these areas. Every year, the Oregon Department of Transportation increases its spending to clean up these ...
MEDFORD, Ore.– The homeless population in Medford has continued to rise over the years much like other larger cities across the West Coast. However, in the last few years, some cities have been trying a cheap solution that could be ...
Medford, Ore. — Senators Jeff Merkley and Ron Wyden are working to bring more money into Oregon to help with the housing crisis many rural areas are experiencing. The Senators are addressing affordable housing needs in the 2018 spending bill. ...
ASHLAND, Ore. – A project in the works in Ashland aims to get families off the streets and into tiny homes. However, some of the potential neighbors aren’t too happy about the new proposal. The Ashland Tiny House Group is ...
Medford, Ore. — Hope Village in Medford has been open 64 days, and already its making progress in the local homeless community. According to Rogue Retreat – since opening, eight residents have gotten jobs, and one resident has moved into ...
JACKSON COUNTY, Ore. – Police announced the completion of yet another sweep of the Bear Creek Greenway. The nearly 18-mile bike and walking path extends from Ashland to Central Point and has long been a haven for transient activity. The ...
SALEM, Ore. – The State of Oregon is investing $40 million in an effort to end homelessness. Oregon Housing and Community Services said the historic level of funding is quadruple the amount normally allocated by the Oregon Legislature. The money ...
Medford, Ore. — NBC5 News is partnering with Access to start a community discussion, and bring you an in-depth look into the lives of people who are homeless, have been homeless, or who are very close to it. In week ...
Yreka, Ca.- Dr. Robert Marbut has contracted with more communities on homelessness than any other firm or person in the United States. As of late, he’s been across Siskiyou County studying and analyzing homelessness. Marbut spent 33 hours interviewing the ...