Why is homelessness so much worse in Los Angeles than in other parts of the country, even as other cities also combat poverty, drug addiction and crime?

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The actress took to her verified Instagram page to share her experience with her fans in an emotional video. Omotola showed off the scars she got from the surgery as she lifted her top to show ...