NYC’s New Approach to Homeless Shelters: Will It Work?

New York City is opening newer shelters while closing older, deteriorating sites, signaling a shift in how the system is run. WNYC reporter Karen Yi explains what Mayor Mamdani's approach looks like, and how it is affecting people in the system as the city continues to face a homelessness crisis. Plus, WNYC reporter Samantha Max looks at Joey Skaggs, the New York artist behind some of the city’s most elaborate April Fools’ hoaxes that have fooled both the public and the media. Got any questions, comments or story ideas? Send us a message at [e-mail]