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local-politics9 days ago•22 min saved

Bay Area transit funding at stake as voters weigh tax measure

Bay Area transit agencies warn they could face drastic service cuts without a November sales-tax measure (up to 1%) to fund BART, Muni, Caltrain, AC Transit and the Bay Ferry. Supporters say the measure is needed for stable funding and to accommodate large events, while the campaign highlights transit’s role in the region’s economy and daily mobility. The piece appears in a live‑updates format and sits alongside other World Cup–related political and local-interest items.

via Politico|

#ballot-measure #bart #bay-area-transit

transportation1 month ago•13 min saved

Bay Area transit lifeline clears signature hurdle, headed to November ballot

Organizers surpassed the signature threshold to qualify a five-county BART rescue measure for the November ballot, potentially delivering about $310 million to sustain BART and regional transit agencies and avoid significant service cuts. The measure requires a majority vote across San Francisco, Alameda, Contra Costa, San Mateo and Santa Clara counties and would include independent financial efficiency reviews. Campaigning now shifts from qualification to winning passage.

via Mission Local|

#ballot-measure #bart #bay-area

local5 months ago•4 min saved

BART warns of sweeping cuts: up to 15 stations could close without tax measure

Facing a large budget gap, BART warns that voters' rejection of a regional sales tax could trigger up to 15 station closures and about 1,200 layoffs in 2027, plus reduced service, shorter hours, and longer wait times.

via cbsnews.com|

#bart #budget #closures

transportation5 months ago•5 min saved

BART Could End Service at 9 PM and Close 15 Stations Without Transit Measure

BART warns it may halt service at 9 PM and permanently close up to 15 stations in 2027 if a regional sales tax measure fails in the November 2026 election, with phased closures across multiple lines and a Feb. 12 board workshop to discuss a plan to close a $376M deficit.

via SFist|

#bart #doomsday-scenario #november-ballot

crime6 months ago•2 min saved

Arrest Made in Mission District Stabbing Near 16th Street BART

San Francisco police arrested a suspect after three people were stabbed near the 16th Street and Mission BART station; two victims are in life-threatening condition and one is non-life-threatening, with the suspect’s identity not released as the investigation continues.

via ABC7 San Francisco|

#arrest #bart #crime

local6 months ago•1 min saved

Massive PG&E Outage Leaves Thousands Without Power in San Francisco

A power outage affected over 100,000 customers in San Francisco, impacting neighborhoods, traffic lights, and BART stations, with restoration times uncertain and the cause unspecified.

via CBS News|

#bart #emergency #local

transportation2 years ago•1 min saved

"Police Activity Halts BART Service on Multiple San Francisco Lines"

BART service in San Francisco was halted on three out of four lines due to police activity, with the Daly City station briefly closed before reopening. Passengers were advised to expect major delays, and alternative bus service was provided by Muni. The nature of the police activity was not immediately disclosed.

via CBS San Francisco|

#bart #daly-city-station #delays

transportation2 years ago•0 min saved

"Fatal Discovery: Body Found on BART Tracks in San Francisco"

A body was discovered on the tracks between Balboa Park and Daly City Stations, prompting the closure of Balboa Park Station and a temporary halt in train services until 4:30 a.m. The San Francisco Coroner’s Office and BART Police retrieved the body, with no suspicion of foul play. As of now, there are no reported delays in transit.

via KRON4|

#balboa-park-station #bart #body-found

local-news-transportation2 years ago•4 min saved

"BART Resumes Timely Service Following Minor Injury Derailment and Fire Incident"

BART has resumed normal service on its Antioch-SFO Yellow Line following a derailment and fire near the Orinda station on Monday morning. The incident, which caused minor injuries to nine people, involved a train operator attempting to manually reset a track switch, leading to the derailment of two cars and a brief fire. Service was disrupted as BART coordinated with local bus agencies for passenger transit and used a crane to remove the derailed cars. Investigations by BART's system safety department and the California Public Utilities Commission are underway.

via KQED|

##bart #emergencyresponse

accident-and-emergency2 years ago•2 min saved

"Nine Hospitalized, Services Resume After BART Train Derailment and Fire Near San Francisco"

On New Year's Day, a Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) train derailed and caught fire between Orinda and Lafayette stations near San Francisco, causing minor injuries to several passengers. The incident occurred after the train left Orinda station, leading to the evacuation of all passengers and a temporary closure of the Orinda Station. Service was disrupted on a 12-mile stretch of rail, and the cause of the derailment is under investigation.

via The Associated Press|

##accident-and-emergency #bart

local-news2 years ago•1 min saved

"Fire and Derailment on BART Train Disrupts East Bay Service"

A BART train derailed and caught fire between Orinda and Lafayette stations on the morning of January 1, 2024, leading to the evacuation of passengers and minor injuries to at least two people. The incident caused major delays and service was halted between the stations, with no immediate bus bridge available. Highway 24 traffic was also affected, with lane closures during the emergency response. Causes of the derailment are still unknown.

via CBS San Francisco|

##bart #fire

transportation-emergency-incidents2 years ago•0 min saved

"Fire and Derailment on BART Train Disrupts East Bay Service"

An eastbound Yellow Line BART train derailed and caught fire near Orinda Station, causing major delays on the Antioch Line. Passengers self-evacuated and were assisted by BART personnel. Two train cars were on fire, which were extinguished by Orinda fire crews. Service is suspended between Rockridge and Walnut Creek, and commuters are advised to find alternative transportation. No injuries have been reported, and the incident is under investigation.

via KRON4|

##bart #fire

transportation2 years ago•1 min saved

BART Service Restored Between SF and East Bay Following Significant Delays

BART experienced major delays due to a person in the Transbay Tube, causing service disruptions in multiple directions. Trains to the East Bay were turned back at the Embarcadero station, and commuters were advised to use ferries or buses. BART police are searching for the person who entered the tube.

via KRON4|

#bart #commuters #delays

entertainment2 years ago•2 min saved

"The Simpsons Embrace Change: No More Strangling for Homer and Bart"

After 34 years, The Simpsons has decided to retire the long-running gag of Homer strangling Bart. In Season 35 Episode 3, Homer reveals that he has changed his ways and no longer engages in senseless violence. While some fans were unhappy with this decision, others pointed out that it has been increasingly rare to see Homer strangle Bart in recent seasons.

via IGN|

#bart #comedy #entertainment

natural-disasters2 years ago•0 min saved

"3.9 Magnitude Earthquake Shakes Bay Area near SFO"

A preliminary 3.9 earthquake near San Francisco International Airport (SFO) was reported by the United States Geological Survey (USGS). The earthquake occurred at 6:38 p.m. with a depth of 8.2 miles and was felt in San Francisco and Oakland. BART service was temporarily halted for about 20 minutes but has since resumed.

via KRON4|

#bart #earthquake #millbrae