Governor's declaration frees up $1.3 million for services.

The economy is on the mend, but not for everyone.

South Los Angeles resident Elvis Summers explains how and why he builds his shelters.

In the past 2 years, homelessness has jumped 12 percent.

Actors slept on the streets in the 1920s when landlords refused to rent to them.

Services are concentrated on Skid Row, where firms say conditions have worsened.

As more tents go up, homeless couples are forgoing shelters to stay together.

It's easier to camp on public land now, and there's less room in shelters.

Greg Kloehn builds homes out of recycled materials and gives them to the homeless.