California street homelessness down 13% under Newsom, per state data

Outgoing Governor Gavin Newsom reports a 13% decrease in California's unsheltered homeless population, from 123,000 to 108,000 over two years, claiming the number is now below 2019 levels. The data is based on state figures, but independent verification and methodology are not detailed. This development is notable as a rare positive trend in a persistent crisis, though it may be politically motivated given Newsom's departure.

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