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fromPadailypost
5 hours ago

Caltrain to close stations if transit tax doesn't pass

"Caltrain and BART would very likely be looking at shutting down passenger service," Deputy Director of Policy Development Melissa Jones said. "In that case, the agencies would be focused on maintenance, trying to secure our assets, keep everything safe while we regroup for the future."
San Francisco
#bay-area-transit
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
1 day ago
East Bay (California)

Weekend Roundup: Regional Transit Measure Update, More Art at Sunset Dunes... - Streetsblog San Francisco

Regional transit measures are critical to avoid severe service cuts in the Bay Area.
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago
California

Advocates Breathe Sigh of Relief: Transit Disaster Averted for Now - Streetsblog San Francisco

A $590 million bridge loan prevents imminent Bay Area transit service cuts and preserves service while proponents pursue long-term funding for a November ballot measure.
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago
California

Advocates Breathe Sigh of Relief: Transit Disaster Averted for Now - Streetsblog San Francisco

#san-francisco
fromsfist.com
1 day ago
San Francisco

Suspect Flees SoMa Traffic Stop, Leads Police on Chase Onto Bay Bridge at Rush Hour

fromsfist.com
4 days ago
San Francisco

Day Around the Bay: SF's 911 System Briefly Has Difficulty With Cellphone Calls

San Francisco
fromMission Local
3 days ago

S.F. on track to shrink deficit by $300M, city controller says

San Francisco's projected budget deficit has decreased from $936 million to $643 million, but significant cuts and challenges remain ahead.
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
6 days ago

Woman In Hospital From Stabbing on Bus Following Argument Between Passengers

A stabbing incident occurred on the 49 Muni bus in San Francisco during an argument between passengers.
Mission District
fromMission Local
9 hours ago

S.F. probation department's new van hits the streets

The San Francisco probation department's mobile unit aims to assist homeless individuals on probation with essential services and resources.
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
1 day ago

Suspect Flees SoMa Traffic Stop, Leads Police on Chase Onto Bay Bridge at Rush Hour

A stolen vehicle chase by San Francisco police ended on the Bay Bridge, resulting in the suspect's arrest amid heavy traffic.
San Francisco
fromMission Local
4 days ago

Cell outage blocks San Francisco 911 calls

A cell outage may disrupt 911 calls in San Francisco, prompting residents to use Wi-Fi calling or text 911 for assistance.
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
4 days ago

Day Around the Bay: SF's 911 System Briefly Has Difficulty With Cellphone Calls

San Francisco's 911 system faced issues with cellphone calls, which were resolved by 4 pm on Monday.
San Francisco
fromMission Local
3 days ago

S.F. on track to shrink deficit by $300M, city controller says

San Francisco's projected budget deficit has decreased from $936 million to $643 million, but significant cuts and challenges remain ahead.
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
6 days ago

Woman In Hospital From Stabbing on Bus Following Argument Between Passengers

A stabbing incident occurred on the 49 Muni bus in San Francisco during an argument between passengers.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Major Euston rail disruption across Easter weekend

"Bank holidays are also among the least busy times on the railway, and the four-day period at Easter gives us a valuable opportunity to complete projects that simply can't be delivered during a normal weekend."
London food
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

L.A. Metro confirms it was hacked. Weeks later, it's still getting systems back online

L.A. Metro shut down parts of its network due to detected hacking activity, while maintaining uninterrupted transit services.
Environment
fromSFGATE
1 day ago

Why California's in a 'snow drought' even after a wet winter

California's April 1 snowpack is the second lowest on record due to warm temperatures melting snow quickly.
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
1 day ago

Looking for the cheapest gas in Berkeley? Here's where to find it

The average price for a gallon of regular unleaded at 17 stations visited was $5.92, which is on par with California's statewide average of $5.89, according to AAA.
East Bay food
London politics
fromIndependent
2 days ago

Less than two weeks into the job, Dublin Bus CEO Billy Hann was grilled by politicians over the reliability of its service

Billy Hann aims to improve Dublin Bus services through structural changes informed by his aviation background.
#sfo
fromsfist.com
3 days ago
SF parents

Actually, the SFO Repaving Project Will Probably Cause Fairly Frequent Delays, Due to FAA Restriction

fromsfist.com
3 days ago
SF parents

Actually, the SFO Repaving Project Will Probably Cause Fairly Frequent Delays, Due to FAA Restriction

Dining
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
2 days ago

'Less crying in the walk-in': East Bay restaurants switch to counter service to survive

Restaurants must adapt to changing economic conditions to survive, similar to the evolution of species.
SOMA, SF
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
3 days ago

Op-Ed: Don't Blow Sunday Streets - Streetsblog San Francisco

San Francisco's budget cuts threaten the Sunday Streets program, vital for community health and cohesion, by eliminating significant funding from the Department of Public Health.
Boston
fromBoston.com
3 days ago

'BPS transportation is failing us': School bus delays have Boston parents calling for change

Thousands of students face delays in school transportation despite claims of improved on-time performance by Boston Public Schools.
US news
fromsfist.com
3 days ago

Tuesday Morning Topline: Bay Area City Giving Away Ring Cameras

Supervisor Jackie Fielder's mental health issue may lead to her resignation, paralleling past cases of supervisors stepping back due to health concerns.
New York City
fromHoodline
3 days ago

PATH Commute From Jersey City to WTC Back on Track After Terminal Fix

PATH service between Journal Square and World Trade Center resumed normal operations after mechanical issues were resolved.
fromSFGATE
3 days ago

Travelers opt for pricey services to avoid waiting in long TSA lines

As congestion at major hubs continues to intensify - particularly for frequent business class travelers who often split their flying between commercial flights and business jets - we're seeing a growing shift toward these clients consolidating more, if not all, of their flying through XO.
Travel
#transit-funding
fromStreetsblog New York City
4 days ago
NYC politics

Tuesday's Headlines: 'A Man, A Lander, A Plan Transit' Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Federal funding for transit should be increased to 50% to better support public transportation over highways.
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago
US politics

Borenstein: Gov. Newsom just enabled BART's reckless spending

State loan diverts Bay Area transit capital funds to cover operations, enabling BART's reckless spending and risking federal support for the San Jose BART extension.
#clipper-20
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
13 hours ago

Clipper Developer Says It Will Resolve Chaos From Disastrous 2.0 Rollout By May 30

Clipper's 2.0 upgrade has faced significant technical issues, with only 1.5 million of 15 million users successfully transitioning.
San Francisco
fromSFGATE
2 days ago

Bay Area transit contractor pledges to fix Clipper glitches in 61 days

Clipper 2.0 launched with issues, causing significant delays and operational glitches during its initial rollout.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 day ago

Clipper contractor gives itself May 30 deadline to fix app issues for frustrated riders

Clipper 2.0's launch has faced significant technical issues, causing confusion and frustration for Bay Area transit riders.
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
13 hours ago

Clipper Developer Says It Will Resolve Chaos From Disastrous 2.0 Rollout By May 30

Clipper's 2.0 upgrade has faced significant technical issues, with only 1.5 million of 15 million users successfully transitioning.
San Francisco
fromSFGATE
2 days ago

Bay Area transit contractor pledges to fix Clipper glitches in 61 days

Clipper 2.0 launched with issues, causing significant delays and operational glitches during its initial rollout.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 day ago

Clipper contractor gives itself May 30 deadline to fix app issues for frustrated riders

Clipper 2.0's launch has faced significant technical issues, causing confusion and frustration for Bay Area transit riders.
Washington DC
fromGothamist
1 week ago

America's horrible trains mean you have no alternative to hourslong airport lines

The U.S. lacks high-speed rail, causing travel issues during TSA staff shortages.
fromsfist.com
1 week ago

Muni Still Has Fare-Evasion Problem as Ridership Rebounds; Fare Revenue at 34% What It Was In 2015

Muni fare revenue remains way, way down, with $97 million in 2024 compared to $283 million in 2015, despite ridership being above 70% of pre-pandemic levels.
SF politics
#bart
Public health
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago

BART service shut down at West Oakland station due to 'major medical emergency'

West Oakland BART station closed; major medical emergency causing delays and suspended Green and Red Line service; trains are not stopping.
US politics
fromsfist.com
1 month ago

BART Could End Service at 9PM Nightly If Transit Measure Doesn't Pass and These 15 Stations Might Have to Close

BART may close up to 15 stations and cut service—ending trains at 9 pm and delaying mornings—unless a November 3, 2026 sales tax passes.
Mission District
fromMission Local
1 day ago

Can we design trouble out of the 16th St. BART plazas?

A major redesign plan for the 16th St. BART plazas is set to begin, focusing on community engagement and improved public space aesthetics.
fromsfist.com
1 month ago
US politics

BART Could End Service at 9PM Nightly If Transit Measure Doesn't Pass and These 15 Stations Might Have to Close

fromIrish Independent
1 day ago

Red Luas line and Dart services partially suspended over Easter weekend

Red line services will be partially suspended between the Red Cow and Tallaght/Saggart on Saturday, Easter Sunday, and Easter Monday due to engineering works. Trams will operate between The Point/Connolly and the Red Cow, with replacement bus services running every 15 minutes in affected areas.
London food
#cyberattack
Information security
fromSFGATE
1 week ago

Dayslong cyberattack continues to paralyze Bay Area city

Foster City is experiencing a prolonged cyberattack, leading to a state of emergency and significant disruption of government services.
SF politics
fromSFGATE
1 week ago

Bay Area city government without working phones, email after cyberattack

Foster City is experiencing significant disruptions to services due to a cyberattack, with email and phone systems still down after six days.
Information security
fromSFGATE
1 week ago

Dayslong cyberattack continues to paralyze Bay Area city

Foster City is experiencing a prolonged cyberattack, leading to a state of emergency and significant disruption of government services.
SF politics
fromSFGATE
1 week ago

Bay Area city government without working phones, email after cyberattack

Foster City is experiencing significant disruptions to services due to a cyberattack, with email and phone systems still down after six days.
#earthquake
fromsfist.com
1 day ago
East Bay (California)

Thursday Morning What's Up: Overnight Earthquake Wakes Up Many Bay Area Residents

fromABC7 San Francisco
2 days ago
East Bay (California)

Early morning earthquake rattles Bay Area

A 4.9 magnitude earthquake centered near Boulder Creek shook the Bay Area, felt in multiple cities, but no damage or injuries reported.
fromThe Oaklandside
1 day ago
East Bay (California)

How to prepare for the next earthquake in Oakland

A magnitude 4.6 earthquake in the Santa Cruz Mountains emphasizes the need for preparedness in the Bay Area.
East Bay (California)
fromsfist.com
1 day ago

Thursday Morning What's Up: Overnight Earthquake Wakes Up Many Bay Area Residents

A 5.0M earthquake warning was issued for the Santa Cruz Mountains, later downgraded to 4.6M, causing mild shaking in San Francisco.
East Bay (California)
fromSFGATE
2 days ago

Strong earthquake jolts Bay Area in early morning hours

A magnitude 4.9 earthquake struck the Bay Area, centered near Boulder Creek, with no immediate reports of injuries or damage.
London food
fromwww.standard.co.uk
4 days ago

London travel news LIVE: Victoria station repairs sparks delays to several services

Passengers at London Victoria station face disruptions due to urgent track repairs affecting multiple train routes.
fromCalifornia Post
3 days ago

Lefty SF Supervisor had been absent for several weeks before her leave of absence was made public

"She wants to regain stable health so she can thoughtfully and responsibly consider her options," her office told ABC7 Eyewitness News in a statement announcing her leave of absence and addressing the condition of her mental health.
Mission District
#san-francisco-international-airport
San Francisco
fromSFGATE
9 hours ago

Investigation underway for 1-alarm fire in secure area at SFO

A small fire in storage containers at San Francisco International Airport caused no injuries and had no impact on flight operations.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 days ago

SFO faces major delays as FAA reduces arrivals over runway work, safety issues

Travelers at San Francisco International Airport should expect significant delays due to reduced flight arrivals and ongoing runway construction.
San Francisco
fromSFGATE
9 hours ago

Investigation underway for 1-alarm fire in secure area at SFO

A small fire in storage containers at San Francisco International Airport caused no injuries and had no impact on flight operations.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 days ago

SFO faces major delays as FAA reduces arrivals over runway work, safety issues

Travelers at San Francisco International Airport should expect significant delays due to reduced flight arrivals and ongoing runway construction.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
1 day ago

Oakland made a big financial mistake failing to collect business taxes, audit finds

Oakland failed to collect owed business taxes, exacerbating financial crises and limiting revenue needed for essential services.
London food
fromianVisits
4 days ago

Berrylands station to close for four months this summer

Berrylands station will close for four months for £6 million upgrades, including new platforms and improved facilities.
Boston
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

Weekend commuter rail disruption will now leak into Fridays

The MBTA will suspend commuter rail service at North Station on four weekends in March and April for signal upgrades, with shuttle buses replacing trains on most lines except during Boston Marathon weekend.
#ac-transit
Alternative transportation
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Letters: Inefficient BART must cut service, OT before asking for cash

BART faces financial challenges due to high employee compensation and overtime costs, requiring service reductions and efficiency improvements to address the deficit.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
3 days ago

As 3 Oakland homeless shelters close, city and residents question outcomes

The 3rd & Peralta tiny-home shelter is closing due to funding issues and poor outcomes, despite some residents wanting to stay.
San Francisco
fromSFGATE
3 days ago

FAA slashes SFO's max hourly flight arrivals, nearly doubling delays

FAA restricts hourly flight arrivals at SFO from 54 to 36 due to safety concerns and runway repairs, leading to increased delays.
fromKqed
4 days ago

As Kaiser's Presence in Downtown Oakland Dwindles, So Does Foot Traffic | KQED

Kaiser Permanente has been steadily shrinking its local office presence in recent years, contributing to quieter streets and struggling small businesses in the city's core.
East Bay (California)
East Bay real estate
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
1 month ago

The rise and fall of the Bay Area's streetcar transit system

The Key System streetcar network served the East Bay and declined amid real-estate schemes, suburbanization, rise of automobiles, and contested corporate influence.
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

California county considers adopting costliest transit ride in the state

The San Diego Metropolitan Transit System faces a roughly $500 million funding gap over the next four years, but it's not due to diminishing services. Regional riders are enthusiastic about the transit system - it has one of the fastest growing riderships in the country and ranks third for the number of passenger trips and passenger miles in California. However, like other major transit agencies such as BART, the MTS kept things moving after the pandemic through one-time emergency funds from federal and state subsidies.
California
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
5 days ago

New SFMTA traffic map shows SF streets with highest injuries for pedestrians and cyclists

SFMTA released a map highlighting high-collision areas for drivers, pedestrians, and cyclists in San Francisco.
#bart-budget-deficit
fromABC7 San Francisco
6 days ago

Bay Area weather radar network aims to improve storm forecasting, flood prep and drought planning

"This is going to help fill that gap in minutes to hours lead time that's vital to know where the heaviest rain is going to hit," Ralph said. "And when and what communities are going to be affected so people in the preparedness community and water resource management community can take action to help protect people's lives and property."
San Francisco
East Bay (California)
fromsfist.com
2 weeks ago

SFO, Oakland on FAA's 'Hot Spot' List of Airports Most at Risk of Runway Close Calls

Nine Bay Area airports, including SFO and Oakland, are on the FAA's hot spot list for ground collision and near-miss risks due to confusing layouts and busy runway crossings.
East Bay (California)
fromSFGATE
2 weeks ago

Widespread Xfinity outage reported across Bay Area on Monday morning

A major Xfinity outage affected the Bay Area on Monday morning, peaking at over 7,000 reports at 9:14 a.m., with service disruptions continuing through 10 a.m.
fromStreetsblog
1 week ago

Op-Ed: Let's Make Transit Work for Marin - Streetsblog San Francisco

After over 45 years of daily service, Golden Gate Transit will be massively cutting service to Marin County's southernmost Highway 101 bus pad stops effective April 12, as part of the inter-agency MASCOTS plan that overhauls public transit in Marin and Sonoma counties.
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
1 week ago

Man Killed By 38-Geary Bus Near SF's Union Square After Apparent Fall Into Street

We are deeply saddened to share that at approximately 6:50 a.m. this morning, a 38 Geary bus was travelling west (outbound) on Geary Boulevard near Keany Street, when a male pedestrian reportedly fell from the sidewalk and made contact with the Muni bus.
San Francisco
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 weeks ago

The unseen strain on Bay Area's Vessel Traffic Service workers amid partial government shutdown

Vessel Traffic Service workers monitoring San Francisco Bay ships work without pay during the partial government shutdown, maintaining critical water safety operations invisibly to the public.
California
fromsfist.com
2 months ago

Humpday Headlines: BART Has Another Power Issue

Bay Area transit incidents, a fatal I-80 crash linked to alcohol/fatigue, a political ballot bill, tech executive changes, an FBI search, and Saks Global bankruptcy.
California
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

Bay Area driver frustration triggers updated Highway 101 rules

Caltrans established new weekday HOV hours on Highway 101 between Marin and Sonoma: 6–9 a.m. and 3–6:30 p.m., with signs posted late February.
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
1 month ago

BART Service Restored After Melting Down, Yet Again, Between Oakland and San Francisco

BART experienced a 40-minute service halt Thursday morning due to a communication equipment problem affecting transbay and San Francisco tunnel service.
California
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

Major Bay Area highway reduced to 1 lane indefinitely after storm damage

Highway 116 near Monte Rio is reduced to one-way traffic indefinitely after heavy rains eroded a 40-foot section, requiring temporary stabilization and long-term rebuilding.
San Francisco
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

BART loses service through Transbay Tube, downtown San Francisco

A computer network hardware failure disrupted BART service across multiple lines Thursday morning, affecting Transbay Tube and downtown San Francisco routes until repairs were completed by 9:15 a.m.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

BART approves 'worst-case scenario' budget plan if it doesn't secure additional funding

BART board approved a worst-case budget plan involving closing up to 15 stations, reducing service, and laying off 1,200 employees if additional funding isn't secured to address a $350-400 million structural deficit.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago

Bay Area ferry services thriving with big plans for future as other transit agencies face challenges

Ferry ridership is rising; agencies plan fleet replacements and service expansions, with new vessels arriving from 2027 through 2033.
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
2 months ago

Downtown Muni Service Restored After Planned PG&E Outage; Richmond to Lose Power Tonight

PG&E performed planned outages to repair the Mission substation, temporarily cutting power to thousands and disrupting Muni service before restoration and checks.
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