Shelter

Explosive Lawsuit Alleges Widespread Sexual Abuse at Clayton County Youth Shelter, Rainbow House

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CLAYTON COUNTY, Ga. — Authorities are grappling with serious allegations of sexual abuse tied to a youth shelter in Jonesboro, as a lawsuit has been filed in Clayton County. The case involves over two dozen defendants cited in a racketeering lawsuit related to incidents at the Rainbow House youth shelter. Bryan Sutlive, the attorney representing a former resident of the shelter, revealed that the girl was placed there by state officials when she was just 13 years old in the spring of 2022. Sutlive claims that during her nearly four-month stay at Rainbow House, she … Read more

San Benito County Grand Jury Urges Boost in Homeless Shelter Funding Amidst Rising Crisis

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San Benito, California – A recent report from the San Benito County Civil Grand Jury is calling for almost a doubling of annual funding for the county’s only homeless shelter, just one week after county supervisors paused additional financial support. The report highlights the critical yet inadequate role that the H.O.M.E. Resource Center plays in addressing homelessness in the area. The 19-member grand jury determined that while the shelter provides essential temporary housing and meals, it is not effectively meeting the complex needs of the local homeless population, which often includes individuals facing mental health … Read more

FEMA Initiates Investigation into Migrant Shelter Funding Amid Suspected Smuggling Violations

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The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has initiated a comprehensive review of its financial assistance program aimed at providing shelter to migrants, amid concerns that some funds may have been diverted in violation of smuggling laws. This inquiry follows mounting allegations that the monetary aid, intended to aid humanitarian relief efforts for migrants, was potentially misused. FEMA’s monetary assistance is designed to help migrants, particularly asylum seekers and refugees, secure temporary housing as they navigate the legal process in the United States. The review seeks to ensure that these funds are being used appropriately and … Read more

Atlantic Beach Enforces Tougher Penalties for Public Camping, Offers Shelter Alternatives

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Atlantic Beach, Fla. – In an effort to align with a new state legislation enacted last year, the city of Atlantic Beach has updated its regulations to increase penalties for camping and sleeping in public areas. This legislative change gives police enhanced powers to handle such occurrences, marking a significant shift in the city’s approach to managing public spaces. The updated ordinance comes in response to concerns about public safety and the availability of appropriate accommodations for individuals found sleeping outside. Previously, city policy required law enforcement to verify the availability of shelter beds before … Read more