Trump administration seeks to reduce funding for homeless housing programs by 50% according to a report
The Trump administration is planning to reduce funding for programs that help provide permanent housing for the homeless, which may push those they aim to assist back onto the streets, according to a recent report. On Monday, Politico referenced insights from three employees within the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), along with internal […]
Baltimore residents express a desire for affordable housing and community support.
Baltimore Residents Advocate for Community Resources Amid Crime Concerns Baltimore – As crime discussions unfold among local politicians, Baltimore residents have voiced their preferences for more affordable housing, recreation centers, and better community resources, rather than just increased law enforcement. This month, Governor Wes Moore and Mayor Brandon Scott have mobilized police from various departments, […]
Mayor Eric Adams and the City Council clash over housing for former inmates in the Bronx
City Council Advances Controversial Housing Project The city council has moved forward with a contentious housing initiative aimed at providing support for former Bronx residents, dismissing Mayor Eric Adams’ last-minute objections as inconsequential. On Thursday, the council approved a lengthy 99-year sublease for a six-story building located on the Jacobi Hospital campus in Morris Park. […]
Carson takes office as national advisor for nutrition, health, and housing at USDA
Dr. Ben Carson Sworn in as National Advisor to USDA Dr. Ben Carson, a former neurosurgeon and secretary of the Housing and Urban Development during Donald Trump’s presidency, has officially assumed the role of national advisor on nutrition, health, and housing for the USDA. He was sworn in on Wednesday. In this capacity, he will […]
Alleged assassin of Charlie Kirk placed in special housing after mental assessment
The suspect reportedly indicated that the Utah County Sheriff’s Office accused Charlie Kirk, the founder of Turning Point USA, of being housed in the prison’s “special housing unit,” even after completing a mental health evaluation. Kirk was critically injured in a shooting at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah, on September 10 and later succumbed […]
Forex Today: Markets stay unstable before German business outlook and US housing information
What to Know for Wednesday, September 24th This mid-week, major currency pairs seem to be lacking clear direction as traders await a new catalyst. Investors are particularly focused on the business sentiment data emerging from Germany during the European session. Later on, the U.S. Economic Calendar will release data on new home sales for August. […]
Individual suspected in Charlie Kirk’s assassination continues to stay in a special housing unit
Charlie Kirk Shooting Incident Update In the latest developments regarding the shooting incident involving Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk, the Utah County Sheriff’s Office has confirmed that the suspect, Tyler Robinson, is still housed in the prison’s “special housing unit.” This comes despite the completion of his mental health evaluation. Kirk was critically injured […]
Birth rates in the US fall to record lows while housing costs keep increasing
The US fertility rate has hit a historic low in 2024, continuing a decline that began nearly two decades ago. Rising housing prices have emerged as a significant factor contributing to this trend. Earlier this summer, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported that the birth rate dropped to below 1.6 children per […]
The Housing Act is a lost cause for Republicans
Concerns Over the New Housing Bill The ongoing discussions around the 2025 housing initiative—comprising a hefty 325 pages—have garnered praise as perhaps the most extensive housing legislation of recent years. Covering 40 different sections, it includes everything from zoning reforms to housing counseling. Yet, beneath this seemingly bipartisan facade, conservatives may need to take a […]
Is it still feasible to buy a home during the national housing crisis?
(Nexstar) – Housing costs are continuing to rise for many Americans. A recent report indicated that the median monthly cost for homeowners has increased to $2,035, up from $1,960 in 2023, factoring in inflation, according to data from the US Census Bureau. Homeowners with mortgages typically allocate around 21% of their income to cover mortgage […]