Some of Berkeley’s downtown ‘ambassadors’ now carry batons and pepper spray
The patrolling guards are trained to de-escalate violent activity, assist police with arrests and act as a buffer for smaller crimes, in addition to providing hospitality.
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Berkeley program focused on work aims to offer lifeline to the homeless
The Streets Team program provides work experience to people who are homeless or at risk of being homeless with the goal that it will help them land paid employment.
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