New Jersey’s homeless population has grown 24% since last year

Legislation to create cooling centers for homeless people during high heat hits funding snag

Advocates say plans are in place for other weather emergencies but not for this

The county relies on the temperature-dependent Code Blue program

Shelters say they're doing their best to provide services to the homeless despite continued challenges

Sheltering options include converted shipping containers and tiny homes

Grants of $14 million are expected to buy 1.5 million meals at more than 160 restaurants.

Hundreds of volunteers fanned out across the state Wednesday seeking out people experiencing homelessness, part of a national effort aimed at both documenting their numbers ...

Record-breaking cold. The temperature tumbles as arctic air descends upon the Garden State. State lawmakers rush to get new bills on the governor’s desk. And ...

Because of the bitter cold temperatures, agencies are coordinating efforts to get the homeless into shelters.