City staff say about 1,400 people are experiencing homelessness; dashboard and winter shelter efforts highlighted Community Safety staff told council Durham's best estimate is about 1,400 people experiencing homelessness (about 650 unsheltered households), previewed a new public dashboard showing inflow/outflow trends, and described recent winter shelter ('white flag') efforts that sheltered more than 200 people during storms and that outreach teams placed 15–20 people from encampments.

Durham officials report approximately 1,400 individuals are experiencing homelessness, with new outreach efforts and a public dashboard revealing crucial data on the crisis.

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Durham Rescue Mission proposes new career development center to combat homelessness Pastor Rob Tartt highlights need for career training at Durham Rescue Mission meeting.

Durham Rescue Mission is taking a bold step to combat homelessness by proposing a career development center aimed at empowering individuals with vital job skills.

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