Kentucky shelters struggle as record homeless numbers face freezing temps and camping bans.

In Kentucky, shelters are struggling to accommodate the rising number of homeless individuals due to freezing temperatures and a state law that bans street camping. Warming centers have opened in various locations, but there's still a significant shortage of emergency shelter beds. Advocates argue for more affordable housing and criticize laws that criminalize homelessness. The state's homeless population reached a record high in 2024, with over 1,700 unsheltered individuals.

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