Community concerns are putting D.C.’s overdose prevention vending machines under renewed scrutiny during permit review.

D.C.’s new Moving to Work plan aims to close budget gaps but faces concerns over rent and transfer policies.

New D.C. ID rules streamline processes and keep replacement IDs free for unhoused residents while access remains limited.

As D.C. carried out at least 25 encampment closures in May and June, one resident’s legal challenge briefly delayed a cleanup.

DC Health confirmed the first tuberculosis outbreak seen in D.C. homeless shelters, with 15 active cases since January 2025.

The D.C. Housing Authority is facing funding challenges after the Department of Housing and Urban Development denied a budget request.

Many D.C. queer youth face housing insecurity, discrimination, and isolation as advocates warn federal changes could worsen access.

Street Sense journalism fellow Andrew Anderson documented the Capital Pride Parade and spoke with attendees about their experiences.

D.C. held its first ranked-choice election, and the results represent a potentially significant impact on policing, education, and housing.

The council added more than $400 million to the budget, reversing cuts to popular programs like housing vouchers.

Some housing voucher holders are unable to leave poor living conditions after the D.C. Housing Authority paused security deposit assistance.

The D.C. Commission on Poverty will likely receive no funding in the District’s budget for the second year in a row.

Legal Aid DC, which offers free legal advice and services to low income residents, is aiming to reach Anacostia residents with a new office.

Housing advocates protested against the Homelessness Policy Conference hosted by conservative think tank The Cicero Institute.

The D.C. Council added to the budget to save hundreds of housing vouchers, but advocates say the work is still not done.

Street Sense vendor Reginald Black gives his thoughts on candidates’ responses at a forum hosted by the National Coalition for the Homeless.

Outreach workers and government officials are worried those living outside may face disruptions as D.C. prepares for Freedom 250 celebrations.

The D.C. Council human services committee reversed proposed budget cuts for some city’s homelessness programs.

Candidates for the upcoming D.C. Council elections tell Street Sense how they’d approach homelessness policy.

As the D.C. Council finalizes the city’s budget, homeless service advocates are demanding it reverses cuts.