For Amy Sawyer, she lost almost everything but for Gov. Kevin Stitt, it was a sign of progress in cleaning up downtown Tulsa.
Tag: Homelessness
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Tulsa first responders study collision of mental health and homelessness amid Stitt’s camp sweeps
A world-renowned clinical psychologist brought his training on anosognosia to Tulsa.
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Oklahoma troopers clear 64 homeless encampments; aim to finish by Tuesday
Oklahoma Highway Patrol says its controversial encampment sweeps, ordered by Gov. Kevin Stitt, will wrap by Tuesday.
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Tulsa mayor says governor’s homelessness plan is interfering with city’s progress
Mayor Monroe Nichols said service providers are still working to get 300 people into housing in the next year.
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Jail or shelter: Tulsa homeless advocates push back on governor’s attempt to clear encampments
“We agree that something must be done about homelessness in Tulsa and OKC. But this is not the answer,” BeHeard posted Friday.
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Tulsa to put $6 million toward homelessness as resident frustrations mount
Partners will identify 300 housing units plus individualized support services for up to one year.
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Mayor Nichols calls public meeting days after boulders installed on sidewalks
The massive boulders near the downtown bus station sparked critiques and backlash.