Politics & Government

San Francisco Could Be Given More Leeway In How It Removes Encampments

"If it's blocking the way of people walking on the sidewalk to get here and tents are blocking them then that's a concern," said Quarish.

(CBS San Francisco)

April 23, 2024

Residents and many of the unhoused in the Tenderloin near Leavenworth Avenue say sidewalk sweeps happen several times a week, and the Supreme Court may give cities more leeway to continue the practice.

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Amigo's Market owner Nageeb Quraish has noticed a difference over the last couple of months.

"Not so many people hanging around. The streets have been cleaned," said Quarish.

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