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flag San Jose tests magnetic barriers to reduce abandoned shopping carts, cutting stray carts by 40% but facing user complaints.

flag San Jose launched a pilot program to reduce abandoned shopping carts by installing magnetic barriers at store entrances, which automatically lock carts when they leave designated zones. flag The initiative aimed to curb the $1 million annual cost of retrieving stray carts. flag Early results showed a 40% reduction in carts found outside stores, though some residents reported difficulties returning carts due to the new system. flag The city plans to evaluate the program's long-term effectiveness before deciding on expansion.

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