Investigations
Washington’s new youth homelessness ‘Lifeline’ service lags
The $750,000 pilot program has struggled to meet promises after state officials chose a lobbying firm to build the hotline service from scratch.
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Tacoma shelters face $10M shortfall after pandemic funds end
As the American Rescue Plan Act expires, the resulting budget gap equals more than 300 emergency beds for those experiencing homelessness.
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Is housing a form of health care? A Washington program says it is
Apple Health and Homes has distributed $41M from Medicaid to shelter and support those with behavioral or other health issues.
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Poll: Seattle voters want new direction on City Council
But they disagree on whether to go left or right.
Investigations
WA’s $5M youth homelessness effort is ramping up. Is it working?
Though the funds helped dozens of young people secure housing, delays and slow spending stalled some programs in their first year.