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Fire Near the Court House Destroys Homeless Encampment

Tuesday, July 9

On July 6, 2024, at approximately 1:23 pm, Truck 1 of the Susanville Fire Department (SFD), was leaving the Sierra Center parking lot and noticed a large column of black smoke coming from the area of the County Courthouse. Truck 1 arrived to find... Read More.

County Shares Liability Concerns over ‘Old Hospital’ Homekey Project for Homeless Youth

Wednesday, May 22

Lassen’s administrative officer is concerned about the state contract in the county's joint agreement with developers ColWest Investments for the Homekey Homeless Housing project.Homekey is a state-funded program designed to address California's homelessness crisis. ColWest Investments has partnered with the county, utilizing a 3... Read More.

Quincy Fire Kills 1, Leaves 14 Homeless

Monday, February 13

A life was lost and 14 others homeless after a structure fire in East Quincy ripped through three buildings on Sunday morning. The fire began in a home and then spread to two adjacent apartment units at the corner of First and Main streets.... Read More.

3rd River Homeless Encampment Clean Up & PLHA Plan Discussed by City Council

Thursday, October 20

This morning, a third effort to clean up the Susan Riverwalk of homeless encampments continues. Chief of Police Ryan Cochran says officers will work alongside the city public works staff to complete the clean-up.The concern that the homeless have been taking up residence along... Read More.

Susanville City Council Discusses Homeless Encampments, Budget, & More

Tuesday, September 20

The City of Susanville holds a second monthly meeting this Wednesday during which the council will hold one public hearing on top of a packed agenda. The council will be addressing the appeal of the Planning Commission's decision to rescind a Use Permit allowing... Read More.

City Addresses Homeless Problem with Short and Long Term Solutions

Tuesday, September 13

Homelessness is an increasing concern in the only incorporated City in Lassen county, with those living on the street residing on riverfront property. Crime along the river has begun to impact businesses, and within months, Susanville fire has responded to multiple encampment fires. The... Read More.

Homeless Camp starts Fire on Hwy 36 and New Skyline Bypass

Monday, October 11

Early Monday morning a small 40 by 40 fire broke out along the intersection of HWY 36 and the new Skyline bypass. Captain Brown with the Susanville City fire Department said they were the first to respond even though the fire was in the... Read More.

Stories tagged with: homeless

Fire Near the Court House Destroys Homeless Encampment

County Shares Liability Concerns over ‘Old Hospital’ Homekey Project for Homeless Youth

Quincy Fire Kills 1, Leaves 14 Homeless

3rd River Homeless Encampment Clean Up & PLHA Plan Discussed by City Council

Susanville City Council Discusses Homeless Encampments, Budget, & More

City Addresses Homeless Problem with Short and Long Term Solutions

Homeless Camp starts Fire on Hwy 36 and New Skyline Bypass

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