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encampment

[en-kamp-muhnt] / ɛnˈkæmp mənt /
NOUN
camp
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Johnson, 55, known in his playing days as “Big Kev,” was found dead after sheriff’s deputies on Jan. 21 got a call of an unconscious man at a homeless encampment where he had been living.

From Los Angeles Times

Pathway Home, the county program that cleans up encampments and moves people into motels and shelters, will see a $92 million cut in funding, according to the county homeless department.

From Los Angeles Times

The preparation will include on continued focus on cleaning up encampments through Bass’ signature program, Inside Safe, she said.

From Los Angeles Times

The city reached a settlement with the nonprofit LA Alliance in 2022, agreeing to create 12,915 homeless shelter beds or other housing opportunities, while also clearing thousands of encampments.

From Los Angeles Times

Kevin Johnson, a former NFL defensive lineman for the Philadelphia Eagles and Oakland Raiders, was found dead at a homeless encampment Wednesday, authorities said.

From Los Angeles Times