California Sues Norwalk Over Homeless Shelter Ban

The lawsuit alleges Norwalk's moratorium on new shelters violates state housing and anti-discrimination laws.

California Attorney General Rob Bonta filed the lawsuit in Los Angeles Superior Court, seeking to repeal Norwalk's ordinance blocking new homeless shelters and housing projects.
The ban, extended by the Norwalk City Council in September, has halted efforts to convert a local motel into temporary housing for the homeless.
Governor Gavin Newsom criticized Norwalk's actions, stating the city has turned its back on vulnerable residents and violated multiple housing laws.
Norwalk officials argue the city has addressed the homelessness crisis but cite public safety concerns with state-backed programs.
The lawsuit is part of a broader state effort to enforce housing laws and address California's housing shortage, which requires 2.5 million new homes by 2030.