homelessness

Reno Municipal Court officials cited low success rate in decision to end program focused on connecting unhoused defendants with services.

New ordinance expands previous policies, one-ups Sparks and Washoe County camping bans.

Homelessness has increased in rural Nevada according to the 2024 Rural Nevada Continuum of Care Point-in-Time Count.

Justices are likely to rule on a series of closely-watched cases in June. One could remove legal protections for unhoused people.

The warning comes as officials toughen restrictions on public camping in Washoe County.

Law enforcement officials say the measure will help get unhoused people into services. But opponents worry it will victimize a vulnerable population.

A proposal aimed at pushing unhoused people into services is up for final approval. Law enforcement officials say it’s needed, but critics say it will make things worse.

Nevada lawmakers are considering a bill to potentially cancel fines for some misdemeanors committed by people experiencing homelessness. KUNR’s Lucia Starbuck spoke with the ACLU of Nevada’s policy manager Lily Baran to learn more.

The City of Reno has implemented daily walks to identify problems and solutions in the downtown area.

The Reno Municipal Court is offering to forgive traffic and minor misdemeanor warrants — but that doesn't mean people are entirely off the hook.