Eviction filings are far above pre-pandemic levels in many cities across the country as pandemic relief disappears and inflation causes rents to spike. According to the latest data from the Eviction Lab, filings in some cities are running as much as 50% above levels seen prior to the pandemic.

Valdosta's Partnership to End Homelessness said it has seen an overwhelming amount of renters seeking help filing for assistance because of a backlogged system.

A spokesman for the agency processing rental assistance said his department is working 'feverishly' to process cases. 

Atlanta has one of the highest eviction rates in the country. According to Apartment List , the city ranks third in the nation — with a nearly 6% rise...