Benton County officials shed light on St. Cloud's homeless crisis as winter shelters close, pushing individuals into hidden encampments. What's the community's role in addressing this issue?
The St. Cloud area has an estimated 450 to 500 homeless people. That according to Benton County Commissioner Steve Heinen. Steve joined me on WJON along with Victoria Blonigen from Benton County Outreach and CentraCare Outreach Nurse Heather Post.
The homeless problem in the St. Cloud area could only be getting worse. I was joined on WJON by Benton County Commissioner Steve Heinen and Victoria Blonigen from Benton County Outreach.