Hip hop violinist, Damien Escobar, fought through depression and homelessness, and is now performing to huge crowds across the country. It’s a story about one man “chasing the dream” you won’t want to miss.
The leading causes of homelessness continues to be eviction and job loss, but other drivers include mental health issues, substance abuse and chronic health conditions.
Staggering and heartbreaking: the number of homeless students living in shelters in Long Island and NYC has increased; we’ve got the sobering statistics.
The Robin Hood Foundation has fought against poverty in New York City for almost 30 years. Now, as the new CEO at the helm of the organization- Wes Moore shares his vision for the Foundation’s future.
According to the Department of Housing and Urban Development, Bergen County has ended chronic homelessness, which it defines as “long-term homelessness among people with disabilities and other complex needs.”
Project Homeless Connect Day in Essex County gives homeless and needy residents access to services like shelters and recovery centers, plus health screenings, haircuts, manicures, food and clothing.
Legendary New York detective Bo Dietl wants to be our mayor! Will he take a bite out of the Big Apple the way he took a bite out of crime? He’ll be here to tell us.
State lawmakers release a scathing report on the city’s homeless hotels. With the mayor less than thrilled we’ll break down the findings with an expert on a situation spiraling out of control.
Get paid to house your homeless friends and relatives for the holidays! We’ve got the details of New York’s “Home for the Holidays” program in an exclusive interview with Steven Banks, NYC Commissioner of Social Services.
Women and children make up the majority of NYC’s homeless. Former City Council Speaker Christine Quinn offers solutions.
Homeless rates are spiking on Long Island, why? We investigate
Do you have enough pennies saved for a rainy day? A recent report from the non-profit Association for Neighborhood & Housing Development reveals that nearly 60% of New York City residents don’t have enough cash in the bank to cover…