Local NewsNewark is expanding its successful homelessness program. Here's how N.J.'s largest city got a handle on the problem.

By Christine Sloan January 15, 2025 / 6:25 PM EST / CBS New York

NEWARK, N.J. -- Newark Mayor Ras Baraka said Wednesday a program that has cut homelessness by half will be expanded.

It's part of an effort that started with new housing and is now trying to solve the root of the problem.

Baraka said Newark is opening a new homelessness center, and offering a slew of other programs for those unhoused.

"The reality is that in one of the richest nations in the world we should be figuring out how people aren't sleeping on the street," Baraka said.