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The New York Times’ 2018 report on San Francisco’s “dirtiest block” reveals a grim reality of rampant litter, homelessness, and drug use, highlighting the city’s ongoing struggle with urban decay and public health challenges.
In 2019, former President Trump threatened to issue San Francisco an environmental violation, blaming the city’s homelessness crisis for pollution and health hazards. The city faced criticism over public sanitation and encampments.
San Francisco’s iconic Pier 39 faces challenges as dirty streets and homelessness raise concerns among businesses and visitors. Merchants report declining foot traffic, sparking debate on solutions to restore the area’s appeal.
A new San Francisco study tackles homelessness through a fresh data-driven approach, aiming to uncover overlooked patterns and improve intervention strategies, CBS News reports.
San Francisco ramps up efforts to temporarily address homelessness and drug abuse ahead of the APEC summit, deploying increased police patrols and support services to present a cleaner city to international delegates, Reuters reports.