Los Angeles County received voter approval for Measure A, a half-cent sales tax generating $1 billion annually for homeless services and housing. With a focus on preventing homelessness, the measure aims to address the 75,000 unhoused individuals in the county, including those with severe mental illness. The funding will support eviction defense, data-driven strategies, and expanded housing options to make a significant impact on reducing homelessness in the region.
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DOJ charges man arrested with firearm at Nashville ‘No Kings’ protest
A 19-year-old Tennessee man, Elijah Millar, faces federal charges for allegedly brandishing a firearm at a "No Kings" protest in Nashville, raising concerns about his intent for mass violence. Previously prohibited from firearm possession due to a conservatorship, he was arrested again shortly after release for carrying another loaded weapon, with ongoing investigations by the FBI and local police. Need More Context? 🔎
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