A new law was supposed to keep severely mentally ill Californians from falling through the cracks. So far, it’s resulted in few people getting long-term care.
Author Archives: Marisa Kendall, CalMatters
Posted in2026 Election
There’s a $11.25 billion housing bond on the ballot this November. Here’s what you should know
Supporters say California desperately needs money to fund housing construction and make a dent in its homelessness and affordability crisis. Critics say bond financing isn’t the way to do it.
Posted inHealth
Therapy in a tent: The healthcare many homeless Californians need but aren’t getting
All across California, unhoused people are suffering at alarming rates from less obvious mental health conditions.
Posted inPolitics & Government
Judge shoots down Trump’s homeless funding shift: ‘The hallmark of unreasoned decision making’
In a legal win for California, a federal judge rejected President Trump’s efforts to funnel money away from permanent homeless housing.
Posted inPolitics & Government
How will California’s next governor handle homelessness?
Four candidates respond to questions about homelessness and mental health policy.