Recent reports indicate a significant increase in homelessness in Los Angeles after two years of decline, raising concerns for Mayor Karen Bass and local officials. The anticipated homeless count reveals an uptick, with estimates suggesting a 3.5% rise in numbers, including a nearly 8% increase in the unsheltered population. Criticism of Mayor Bass has been mounting as she attributes the worsening situation to federal policies and previous administrations, a sentiment echoed by commentators. Meanwhile, the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority (LAHSA) faces scrutiny over its handling of the crisis despite billions spent on intervention efforts. The exact figures from the latest homeless count are expected to offer further insight into this pressing issue, which continues to challenge local governance and social services.