Homelessness - The Journal

Will ‘right to rest’ laws gain traction in larger cities?

Lawmaker pulls statewide bill to see if Denver takes the lead

DATE: Feb 27, 2019 | CATEGORY: Local News

Storm buries homeless camps west of Durango

Most campers left after 3 feet of snow fell in late February

DATE: Feb 27, 2019 | CATEGORY: Local News

City, county may spend $70,000 on strategic plan to address homelessness

Other towns have completed similar studies, with mixed results

DATE: Feb 18, 2019 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango homeless coalition mum on progress

Group has been meeting for six months

DATE: Feb 18, 2019 | CATEGORY: Local News

Nonprofit expands plans for homeless village, campground

Group aims to meet housing needs for impoverished families

DATE: Feb 15, 2019 | CATEGORY: Local News

Doctors plan medical outreach to advise homeless residents

Retired physician was inspired by chance encounter at office

DATE: Jan 24, 2019 | CATEGORY: Local News

Meeting to explore needs, recruit volunteers for homeless services

Nonprofits will help coordinate outreach efforts in Durango

DATE: Jan 17, 2019 | CATEGORY: Local News

Volunteers laid foundation for successful homeless shelter in Cortez

The Bridge provides refuge from frigid winter nights

DATE: Jan 8, 2019 | CATEGORY: Local News

Homelessness report casts critical light on Durango

ACLU and NLCHP propose focus on solutions for homelessness, not enforcement

DATE: Dec 17, 2018 | CATEGORY: Local News

Experts to host community dinner to discuss homelessness

Event aims to lay groundwork for potential coalition

DATE: Dec 11, 2018 | CATEGORY: Local News

Homeless campers hope to earn right to stay west of town

La Plata County officials to discuss the camping situation this week

DATE: Nov 28, 2018 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango rules on homelessness ‘starting a battle’

City proposes rules to allow sheltering with consent from city manager

DATE: Nov 17, 2018 | CATEGORY: Local News