Student Homelessness Surges In Memphis-Shelby County Schools
Homelessness has more than doubled since this time last year.
MSCS officials said the uptick in homelessness is likely the result of a lack of affordable housing, a longstanding problem in Memphis made worse by soaring inflation. (Karen Pulfer Focht for Chalkbeat)
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