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Walz launches effort to find winter shelter for homeless people
The Minnesota Winter Homeless Initiative will create 150 beds in shelters across the state this winter. One Red Lake Nation leader said while he appreciates the governor's efforts to end homelessness, they're not enough.
Minnesota U.S. senators look for answers after deadly public housing fire
After a fire in a Minneapolis high-rise killed five residents, Sens. Amy Klobuchar and Tina Smith sent a letter to U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Secretary Ben Carson asking about sprinkler system installation in older properties.
Thinking small to make big difference on homelessness
Smaller, simpler housing units offer a way to house people for less money. Two Twin Cities organizations are looking to implement more creative and much less expensive ways to provide accommodations, with dignity and community support.
Financial snag hits Fort Snelling Upper Post affordable housing project
About a year ago, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources struck a deal with Plymouth-based Dominium. Now Dominium said it's worried it may not get essential financing through bonds authorized by the federal government and distributed by the state.
A ‘good new home’ welcomes the formerly homeless
A new St. Paul housing project was conceived, designed and built by Native Americans. It aims to help their young residents with education and employment while honoring their culture.
The nonprofit organization is acquiring the Augustana Health Care Center in the Elliot Park neighborhood. Catholic Charities will renovate the building to accommodate about 200 people who are chronically homeless.
After an apartment fire kills 5, a call for sprinklers
Adding sprinklers in old buildings can be expensive. But proponents say it’s worth it.
Minneapolis moves toward affordable housing mandate
Minneapolis is getting close to enacting an ordinance that city officials hope will boost the supply of affordable housing in the city.
As temperatures drop, winter will test Rochester’s new homelessness services
Rochester is poised to open a new overnight warming shelter this winter for people experiencing homelessness. It’s part of a broader effort among city officials and local organizations aimed at better assisting the city’s growing homeless population.