shelter

Rural areas saw rates of homelessness increase faster than in urban parts of the US. Since then, rates in rural areas have continued to match or outpace urban areas.

We’ll talk with guests about the Tuesday storm, community response, and resources available to those affected.

Frigid temperatures throughout the area earlier this month put a spotlight on the need for shelter, especially for those experiencing homelessness.

The humane association is sheltering six dogs through the effort, which started Jan. 12.

The expansion will not increase bed capacity, but it will allow the shelter to move some of its 130 beds into the new building.

New Hope for Families is preparing to unveil its new campus at 1140 S. Morton Street in the coming weeks.

Nearby business owners oppose the expansion and say there has been an increase in crime in recent years.