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Thomas E. Franklin
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From triumph to turmoil: Bergen County once reached 'functional zero' in homelessness—now, its legacy is at risk. Can Kansas learn from its story?

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Carlos Alegria and AJ are currently experiencing homelessness and share their stories to highlight the challenges faced by those in similar situations. Paul Nickels is a former homeless individual who now advocates for the unsheltered in Hackensack, New Jersey, checking in on those he has built relationships with. Their voices emphasize the urgent need for community support and understanding in addressing homelessness. Carlos Alegria and AJ are currently experiencing homelessness and share their stories to highlight the challenges faced by those in similar situations. Paul Nickels is a former homeless individual who now advocates for the unsheltered in Hackensack, New Jersey, checking in on those he has built relationships with. Their voices emphasize the urgent need for community support and understanding in addressing homelessness. Carlos Alegria and AJ are currently experiencing homelessness and share their stories to highlight the challenges faced by those in similar situations. Paul Nickels is a former homeless individual who now advocates for the unsheltered in Hackensack, New Jersey, checking in on those he has built relationships with. Their voices emphasize the urgent need for community support and understanding in addressing homelessness. Carlos Alegria and AJ are currently experiencing homelessness and share their stories to highlight the challenges faced by those in similar situations. Paul Nickels is a former homeless individual who now advocates for the unsheltered in Hackensack, New Jersey, checking in on those he has built relationships with. Their voices emphasize the urgent need for community support and understanding in addressing homelessness.
March 2, 2025 at 5:43 PM
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On Friday, I watched as a bulldozer took down a portion of the rear wall of the notorious Passaic County Jail in Paterson. You can still see the tiled walls of the old prison cells. Covered many stories here, starting in late ’80s. Jails are always grim places, but this one was on another level.
November 18, 2024 at 3:32 PM