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Woman ‘beaten to death with mallet by homeless man she took in’ • June 10, 2025, 7:03 PM ET (The Telegraph)

Homelessness and addiction hubs in Sault Ste. Marie and Sudbury face delays opening • June 9, 2025, 6:49 AM ET (CBC)

Man Stabs 12 in Spree at Oregon Homeless Shelter, Police Say • June 2, 2025, 11:57 PM ET (New York Times)

Homelessness and housing help site can relocate anywhere in Windsor, says council • May 27, 2025, 8:25 AM ET (CBC)

Homelessness Crisis Hits Spanish Airport • May 24, 2025, 11:14 AM ET (Bloomberg.com)

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