London Mayor Warns of Rising Rough Sleeping

In Chicago, local progressive groups are pressing Mayor Brandon Johnson for increased support for the city's unhoused population, especially as the city transitions to a unified shelter system. Activists argue that the proposed increase in shelter beds from 3,000 to 6,800 is insufficient compared to the estimated need for 11,000 beds. Meanwhile, in London, Mayor Sadiq Khan has warned that rough sleeping will likely worsen before it improves, despite plans to end homelessness by 2030. He is convening an emergency summit to address rising homelessness, which has spiked by 58% since 2014, with record numbers of individuals sleeping on the streets. Khan is also initiating a £4.8 million program to support former rough sleepers in maintaining stable housing. In Whanganui, New Zealand, local leaders are grappling with homelessness, emphasizing the need for comprehensive solutions, as community services report being underfunded and overwhelmed by the complexity of the issue.