Why ‘Homeless Hotels’ Are Causing a Fight on the Upper West Side

Published: Aug. 28, 2020, 7:30 a.m.

Homelessness in New York City was worsening before the pandemic — and now coronavirus has exacerbated the problem.

As the city moves a vulnerable population out of shelters and into hotels throughout the city, some residents are outraged. Pat Kiernan and Annika Pergament speak with NY1 Political Reporter Courtney Gross.

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