As Illinois lawmakers consider a bill that would limit how cities can police homelessness, Evanston housing advocates say criminal penalties for sleeping or resting in public spaces do little to solve the crisis — and may make it worse. First introduced in January 2025 by State Rep. Kevin John Olickal (D-Skokie), House Bill 1429, or... The post Community organizers support Illinois bill restricting penalties for homelessness appeared first on T…