L.A. homeless population drops despite recession, county study finds

Los Angeles Times, Article by Cara Mia DiMassa, October 28, 2009 

According to a survey conducted this year by the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority, Los Angeles County's homeless population has dropped 38% since 2007.  The drop in overall homeless numbers are attributed to efforts by the city, county and local service providers to address poverty and homelessness.  Read more.

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