Brockton Public Schools’ annual “Dinner for Champions” event for families experiencing homelessness has been canceled due to financial issues, with vendors and sponsors reportedly not being paid by the city. School Committee member Ana Oliver expressed disappointment over the situation, highlighting the impact on students. Mayor Sullivan denied any involvement in the planning and expressed hope for the event to resume next year, emphasizing support for all children in need in Brockton.
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San Francisco’s aggressive push to get more unhoused people off city streets
San Francisco is intensifying its efforts to address homelessness through targeted enforcement of illegal camping laws, with nearly 1,000 arrests or citations occurring since mid-2024, although few lead to charges. City officials, including police Sgt. Dennis Hoang and Mayor Daniel Lurie, emphasize that the goal is to offer shelter and services rather than criminalize poverty, as nearly half of the city's 8,000 homeless individuals are now sheltered. Despite these efforts, many unhoused individuals express concerns...
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