Sacramento's Homeless Count Sparks Debate Over Accuracy

Nonprofits challenge new report showing a 29% decrease in homelessness, citing conflicting data and methodology concerns.

New report estimates 6,600 homeless individuals in Sacramento, down from 9,278 in 2022.
Nonprofit Loaves & Fishes reports increased demand for services, questioning the count's accuracy.
The city’s shelter waitlist has grown, contradicting the reported decrease in unsheltered homelessness.
Sacramento Steps Forward hired a new firm for the count, raising further skepticism.
Mayor Steinberg acknowledges progress but warns against declaring victory prematurely.