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The 6-3 decision "permits punishing homeless people with no access to shelter for sleeping in public," Sotomayor said in her dissent.

Justice Sotomayor Blasts 'Unconscionable' Supreme Court Ruling Overturning Homeless Rights

The Supreme Court ruled Friday in favor of an Oregon city that ticketed homeless people for sleeping outside, rejecting arguments that such “anti-camping” ordinances violate the Constitution’s ban on “cruel and unusual” punishment.

Homeless people can be ticketed for sleeping outside, Supreme Court rules

Salon

In a 6-3 decision, the Supreme Court's right-wing majority on Friday ruled that cities can enforce laws against sleeping on sidewalks and other public property even when homeless people have nowhere else to go, the Los Angeles Times reported. The conservative justices disagreed with a lower court's ruling that such...

"Stay awake or be arrested": Sotomayor slams Supreme Court for criminalizing homelessness

Los Angeles, CA

CBS LA

In Southern California, where the number of people living inside encampments on city streets far outpaces that of other parts of the country, local leaders have grappled with how to get people outside and into housing in an effective yet compassionate way.The U.S. Supreme Court's ruling Friday that cities can enforce bans on people camping, or living, outside has led to a wide range of responses — from fiery criticism by Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass to an expression of relief from California Gov. Gavin Newsom. It reflects a divide in opinions that goes beyond just political ideology, with Bass...

How the Supreme Court ruling affects the homelessness crisis in Southern California

Oregon State

Grants Pass, OR

Law & Crime

The United States Supreme Court ruled Friday that “camping bans” criminalizing the use of blankets, pillows, or cardboard boxes while sleeping on public property do not offend the Eighth Amendment’s restriction on cruel and unusual punishment. The court ruled 6-3 along ideological lines and Justice Neil Gorsuch...

‘Sleep is a biological necessity, not a crime’: Sotomayor slams majority for upholding Oregon ban on homeless use of pillows, blankets

In a landmark decision on June 28, the Supreme Court tipped the scales of authority, impacting the nation’s health care system. The ruling overturns a 1984 precedent that consented to federal agencies having the final say in legal disputes over their own regulatory or scientific decisions. However, courts will now weigh in independently, interpreting what Congress intended while crafting a specific law.

Supreme Court’s Recent Decision Shakes Up National Health System

Florida State

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Edmond Thorne

Supreme Court Ruling Empowers South Florida Cities to Address Homelessness. Fort Lauderdale, FL. - In a landmark decision, the U.S. Supreme Court has ruled that cities can enforce bans on homeless people sleeping outdoors. This ruling has significant implications for South Florida cities grappling with the issue of homelessness and outdoor sleeping.

South Florida Cities Handed Huge Win By U.S. Supreme Court Over Local Homeless

Akeena

Big news out of the Supreme Court that's going to impact homeless policies across the nation, including here in Florida. On a recent ruling, the Supreme Court decided 6-3 in favor of a small Oregon town’s right to prohibit homeless people from camping in public spaces. The ruling said that fining or imprisoning homeless individuals for sleeping outside, even if no shelter space is available, doesn’t violate the Eighth Amendment’s ban on cruel and unusual punishment.

Supreme Court Ruling and Its Consequences for Florida's Homeless

Virginia State

Margaret Minnicks

Have you ever been out and about and needed to use a bathroom in an emergency? If you asked a restaurant, retailer, or other business if you could use their bathroom, they might have told you they had one for employees only. That situation is going to change in Virginia on July 1, 2024.

New Virginia law allows restroom access for those with medical issues in an emergency

ABC News

Homelessness advocates are condemning the Supreme Court's ruling over homeless bans.

SCOTUS homelessness decision called 'inhumane' by advocates

Illinois State

Chicago, IL

Chicago Happenings

Every year, new laws that were passed the prior year go into effect on July 1. In 2024, a number of new laws will begin this Monday. Among them include higher wages for tipped employees, a gas tax increase, and driver's licenses for undocumented immigrants.

New Laws July 1: Driver's Licenses for Undocumented Migrants, Raises for Tipped Workers, and More

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This story was originally published by ProPublica. ProPublica is a Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative newsroom. Sign up for The Big Story newsletter to receive stories like this one in your inbox. The U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to give cities broader latitude to punish people for sleeping in public when they have...

US Supreme Court ruling will allow more aggressive homeless encampment removals

Georgia State

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Quitman, GA

Vanishing Georgia

Many small Georgia towns have areas like this one on South Washington Street that were once vibrant commercial areas, now abandoned to the elements. Most of these buildings are just shells, with the roofs long gone. One can only imagine what businesses were located here at this point. They’re located on South Washington Street near […]

Abandoned Storefronts, Quitman

San Bernardino, CA

The City of San Bernardino has issued a statement regarding the Supreme Court decision involving the case Grants Pass v Johnson, which considered whether the prohibition of camping in public places by cities was considered cruel and unusual punishment. “Today’s ruling by the Supreme Court will not solve the homelessness...

San Bernardino issues statement on Supreme Court decision on homeless encampments

Harris County, TX

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City Pulse

HARRIS COUNTY, Texas (June 11, 2024) – According to Harris County Constable Precinct 3, Day shift deputies were dispatched to the 11930 block of Coral Reef Drive in reference to a family disturbance call. Upon arrival, deputies met with the victim who stated that Yuliza Mendoza became belligerent and irate, then grabbed two 8-inch kitchen knives and began making threats towards the victim. The victim also stated Mendoza used a steel toe boot to hit them in the forearm, leaving visible injuries. Additionally, Mendoza damaged the victim's vehicle as they were attempting to leave the residence.

Woman arrested after assaulting victim with steel toe boot

According to a recent survey by Bankrate.com, the average American feels they need to earn an annual income of approximately $233,000 to be financially secure. This figure is over three times the amount that full-time, year-round workers earned on average in 2021, which was around $75,203, as per Census Bureau data.

The High Price of Financial Security: Americans Require $233K Annually, Survey Finds

Coffee County, GA

Daily Coffee Press

Last month, more than twenty individuals were indicted on felony charges in Coffee County. Several of them have recently made local headlines, including Guillermo de la Cruz-Morales, the sole person charged in connection with the disappearance of Maria Diaz, and Cornelius Jamison, accused of cocaine trafficking.

Grand Jury Indicts Over Twenty Individuals on Felony Charges in Coffee County

Saint Johns County, FL

Hastings, FL

Jacksonville Today

Eight people have been arrested on drug charges stemming from an undercover investigation at a convenience store in Hastings, according to the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office.

8 arrested in Hastings drug and gambling bust

North Carolina State

Garner, NC

NC Newsline

On June 28, the U.S. Supreme Court voted in favor of Grants Pass, Oregon, and opened the door for more municipalities across the U.S. to ticket, fine, and jail people experiencing homelessness for doing something that every human being must do to survive – sleep. Legal experts suggest the case hinged on whether people experiencing […]
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US Supreme Court’s approval of Oregon city’s ordinance criminalizes homelessness

The CDC is grappling with challenges in delivering tests to the bird flu outbreak’s front line. This situation is causing concerns amongst healthcare professionals due to its potential impact on the egg supply chain, a critical resource for vaccine manufacturers. Also, artificial intelligence’s role in medical translations has sparked fears. Some medical professionals worry that AI could confuse doctors and patients who speak different languages, causing mishaps in communication and care.

A Year in Review: Breaking Down Key Insights from KFF Health News

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Supreme Court Ruling Poses Tough Challenges for Homeless in the US

The US Supreme Court recently passed a ruling that could drastically impact the lives of homeless Americans. The court decided that law enforcement and government officials...

Supreme Court Ruling Poses Tough Challenges for Homeless in the US

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