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San Francisco

BART Reports Number of Riders at Pre-Pandemic Levels

BART's daily ridership surpassed 200,000 for the first time since the pandemic, boosted by local sports events and changes in remote work patterns.

East Bay (California)

BART commute impacted by line closures, electrical issues

BART service disruptions led to extensive rerouting and delays for morning commuters on September 30, 2024.

San Francisco

Police investigate apparent fatal stabbing outside Embarcadero BART station in San Francisco

A fatal stabbing outside a San Francisco BART station disrupted morning commute and led to a temporary closure.

BART service was affected as police investigated the incident.

Miscellaneous

Three-Day Work Weeks Are Hammering BART Financially, But Muni Just Had Its Highest-Ridership Month In Four Years

BART's ridership remains critically low due to remote work, with financial distress likely leading to service cuts if new funding is not secured.

Miscellaneous

New Glass Canopies at Market Street BART Station Now Smashed In

Vandalism of glass canopies at Market Street BART Station creates frustration among riders and BART officials, with costly repairs anticipated.

Mission District

BART's Civic Center station in San Francisco closed after emergency on tracks

BART closed Civic Center station due to a possible train-person collision, impacting service and requiring emergency protocols.

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San Francisco

BART Reports Number of Riders at Pre-Pandemic Levels

BART's daily ridership surpassed 200,000 for the first time since the pandemic, boosted by local sports events and changes in remote work patterns.

East Bay (California)

BART commute impacted by line closures, electrical issues

BART service disruptions led to extensive rerouting and delays for morning commuters on September 30, 2024.

San Francisco

Police investigate apparent fatal stabbing outside Embarcadero BART station in San Francisco

A fatal stabbing outside a San Francisco BART station disrupted morning commute and led to a temporary closure.

BART service was affected as police investigated the incident.

Miscellaneous

Three-Day Work Weeks Are Hammering BART Financially, But Muni Just Had Its Highest-Ridership Month In Four Years

BART's ridership remains critically low due to remote work, with financial distress likely leading to service cuts if new funding is not secured.

Miscellaneous

New Glass Canopies at Market Street BART Station Now Smashed In

Vandalism of glass canopies at Market Street BART Station creates frustration among riders and BART officials, with costly repairs anticipated.

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East Bay food

BART's "May the 4th" Star Wars-themed 90-minute Ride on Private Train (2025)

BART hosts a themed May the Fourth train event to celebrate Star Wars and foster community connection.

San Francisco

BART's reservation-only, 90-minute ride sold out in just a couple of hours

BART is hosting a unique May the Fourth train ride to foster community engagement and enhance its brand image beyond mere transportation.

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East Bay food

BART's "May the 4th" Star Wars-themed 90-minute Ride on Private Train (2025)

BART hosts a themed May the Fourth train event to celebrate Star Wars and foster community connection.

San Francisco

BART's reservation-only, 90-minute ride sold out in just a couple of hours

BART is hosting a unique May the Fourth train ride to foster community engagement and enhance its brand image beyond mere transportation.

Miscellaneous

BART Says 'Fiscal Cliff' Is Coming Next Year, and They Obviously Won't See More Federal Funding

BART warns of a fiscal cliff in 2026 due to declining fare revenue and ongoing budget deficits.

East Bay (California)

Major medical emergency' closes two East Bay BART stations

Two East Bay BART stations closed due to a medical emergency, impacting service on the Berryessa Line.

5 days ago

Mission District

Major medical emergency' closes Warm Springs BART station

BART Warm Springs station closed due to a medical emergency, likely involving a train incident.

Miscellaneous

BART Says 'Fiscal Cliff' Is Coming Next Year, and They Obviously Won't See More Federal Funding

BART warns of a fiscal cliff in 2026 due to declining fare revenue and ongoing budget deficits.

East Bay (California)

Major medical emergency' closes two East Bay BART stations

Two East Bay BART stations closed due to a medical emergency, impacting service on the Berryessa Line.

5 days ago

Mission District

Major medical emergency' closes Warm Springs BART station

BART Warm Springs station closed due to a medical emergency, likely involving a train incident.

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1 week ago

San Francisco Giants

Oakland Ballers gifted legacy BART car originally turned down by A's. Here's how they'll use it

The Oakland Ballers are transforming a retired BART car into a new concession stand at Raimondi Park to celebrate Bay Area history.

#east-bay

1 week ago

East Bay real estate

BART could be selling hundreds of acres of East Bay land to help budget shortfall

BART is considering selling 230 acres of land to alleviate its budget deficit.

East Bay (California)

East Bay rattled by pair of earthquakes Monday night

A pair of minor earthquakes struck the East Bay, causing temporary train delays but no immediate injuries or damage reported.

1 week ago

East Bay real estate

BART could be selling hundreds of acres of East Bay land to help budget shortfall

BART is considering selling 230 acres of land to alleviate its budget deficit.

East Bay (California)

East Bay rattled by pair of earthquakes Monday night

A pair of minor earthquakes struck the East Bay, causing temporary train delays but no immediate injuries or damage reported.

Portland food

Monday Morning Headlines: Couple Found Dead In Cloverdale

Trump exempted consumer electronics from tariffs on China, temporarily benefiting Apple amid ongoing supply chain concerns.

4 weeks ago

Mission District

San Mateo County approves $10.3 million for BART fare gate upgrades

San Mateo County Board approves funding for BART fare gate upgrades.

Funded upgrades are part of a larger regional transit improvement effort.

2 weeks ago

Portland food

Monday Morning Headlines: Couple Found Dead In Cloverdale

Trump exempted consumer electronics from tariffs on China, temporarily benefiting Apple amid ongoing supply chain concerns.

4 weeks ago

Mission District

San Mateo County approves $10.3 million for BART fare gate upgrades

San Mateo County Board approves funding for BART fare gate upgrades.

Funded upgrades are part of a larger regional transit improvement effort.

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3 weeks ago

Portland food

Day 25 of 16th St. Plaza cleanup: Plazas mostly clean with occasional vending, Capp Street trashed

The 16th Street BART area shows a mix of community activity and litter, indicating both vibrancy and neglect.

What it's like to speed date on BART's Valentine's Day love train

BART's Valentine's Day event aimed at fostering connections among young adults while promoting public transit usage in a fun, engaging manner.

San Francisco

Transit-Funding Measure Reintroduced - Streetsblog San Francisco

The Bay Area risks major transit service cuts without new funding, leading to significant economic and social repercussions.

San Francisco

Bay Area leaders propose sales tax measure to save BART and Muni

Bay Area leaders seek voter support to fund public transit and prevent service cuts.

Mission District

BART Fare Evasion Way Down With the New Gates, or at Least That's What BART Claims

BART claims fare evasion dropped by a third following installation of fare gates, despite questionable polling methodology.

Mission District

Weekend Roundup: BART Fare Gates, Oakland Bay Bridge Bikes... - Streetsblog San Francisco

BART's implementation of new fare gates has resulted in a significant decrease in fare evasion and crimes.

San Francisco

BART service temporarily suspended on SFO/Millbrae line

BART service is suspended on the San Francisco/Millbrae line due to an equipment issue.

SF LGBT

fromThe Oaklandside

What it's like to speed date on BART's Valentine's Day love train

BART's Valentine's Day event aimed at fostering connections among young adults while promoting public transit usage in a fun, engaging manner.

San Francisco

Transit-Funding Measure Reintroduced - Streetsblog San Francisco

The Bay Area risks major transit service cuts without new funding, leading to significant economic and social repercussions.

San Francisco

Bay Area leaders propose sales tax measure to save BART and Muni

Bay Area leaders seek voter support to fund public transit and prevent service cuts.

Mission District

BART Fare Evasion Way Down With the New Gates, or at Least That's What BART Claims

BART claims fare evasion dropped by a third following installation of fare gates, despite questionable polling methodology.

Mission District

Weekend Roundup: BART Fare Gates, Oakland Bay Bridge Bikes... - Streetsblog San Francisco

BART's implementation of new fare gates has resulted in a significant decrease in fare evasion and crimes.

San Francisco

BART service temporarily suspended on SFO/Millbrae line

BART service is suspended on the San Francisco/Millbrae line due to an equipment issue.

Retired BART Car Gets Converted Into Sierra Foothills Vacation Rental

BART legacy car number 1234 to become a vacation rental in the Sierra Nevada Foothills by 2026.

Vintage BART Car Heads to Sierra Foothills to Become Airbnb Rental

A retired BART train car is being repurposed into a vacation home in Tuolumne County.

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East Bay (California)

BART's Pittsburg Center station closed Sunday

BART Pittsburg Center station will close Sunday for next-gen fare gate installation.

San Francisco

Power Issue On BART's Red Line In San Francisco Causes Major Delays

BART experienced major service disruptions due to a power issue, affecting commuters significantly on Monday morning.

East Bay (California)

Slow, delayed commute for BART riders after computer issues

BART experienced significant service disruptions due to a computer issue affecting morning commutes.

Service to San Francisco Airport was briefly shut down with ongoing limitations after a computer failure.

Miscellaneous

A dozen SF BART canopy panes vandalized as agency releases report showing crime down 15%

Vandalism at BART stations undermines improvements intended to enhance rider experience and city aesthetics.

East Bay (California)

Driving to final Oakland A's game could be challenging

Carpooling or using public transport is recommended for the A's final game at Oakland Coliseum, due to heavy traffic expectations.

East Bay (California)

Track equipment problem closes down BART service in East Bay

BART service was temporarily disrupted due to an equipment issue, but operations resumed after repairs, causing ongoing delays.

AC Transit provided alternative transportation options for affected passengers.

East Bay (California)

BART's Pittsburg Center station closed Sunday

BART Pittsburg Center station will close Sunday for next-gen fare gate installation.

San Francisco

Power Issue On BART's Red Line In San Francisco Causes Major Delays

BART experienced major service disruptions due to a power issue, affecting commuters significantly on Monday morning.

East Bay (California)

Slow, delayed commute for BART riders after computer issues

BART experienced significant service disruptions due to a computer issue affecting morning commutes.

Service to San Francisco Airport was briefly shut down with ongoing limitations after a computer failure.

Miscellaneous

A dozen SF BART canopy panes vandalized as agency releases report showing crime down 15%

Vandalism at BART stations undermines improvements intended to enhance rider experience and city aesthetics.

East Bay (California)

Driving to final Oakland A's game could be challenging

Carpooling or using public transport is recommended for the A's final game at Oakland Coliseum, due to heavy traffic expectations.

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East Bay (California)

Track equipment problem closes down BART service in East Bay

BART service was temporarily disrupted due to an equipment issue, but operations resumed after repairs, causing ongoing delays.

AC Transit provided alternative transportation options for affected passengers.

#public-safety

East Bay (California)

BART service between North Berkeley, Richmond closed after person apparently hit by train

BART service was disrupted due to a train incident involving a person on the tracks.

Miscellaneous

Suspect in BART slashing attack identified

A suspect has been identified in an unprovoked stabbing incident involving a 54-year-old woman in San Francisco.

San Francisco

Man Suspected Of Causing $500K In Damage to New BART Station Entries Arrested In San Francisco

BART police arrested a man for vandalizing station canopies, resulting in over $500,000 in damages.

Miscellaneous

BART Touts Double-Digit Drop In Crime

BART has reduced crime rates by 15% in 2024 through enhanced safety measures and increased police presence.

Mission District

fromMission Local

BART police release photo of man accused of stabbing woman on train

A man allegedly stabbed a 54-year-old woman on a BART train, prompting a police investigation for attempted murder.

Miscellaneous

Suspect arrested in stabbing of East Bay BART train passenger

A suspect was arrested for the stabbing of a BART train passenger, raising concerns about safety on public transit.

East Bay (California)

BART service between North Berkeley, Richmond closed after person apparently hit by train

BART service was disrupted due to a train incident involving a person on the tracks.

Miscellaneous

Suspect in BART slashing attack identified

A suspect has been identified in an unprovoked stabbing incident involving a 54-year-old woman in San Francisco.

San Francisco

Man Suspected Of Causing $500K In Damage to New BART Station Entries Arrested In San Francisco

BART police arrested a man for vandalizing station canopies, resulting in over $500,000 in damages.

Miscellaneous

BART Touts Double-Digit Drop In Crime

BART has reduced crime rates by 15% in 2024 through enhanced safety measures and increased police presence.

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Mission District

BART police release photo of man accused of stabbing woman on train

A man allegedly stabbed a 54-year-old woman on a BART train, prompting a police investigation for attempted murder.

Miscellaneous

Suspect arrested in stabbing of East Bay BART train passenger

A suspect was arrested for the stabbing of a BART train passenger, raising concerns about safety on public transit.

Local Musicians: Bring Joy, Sign Up To Play Some Bach On BART

BART invites musicians to participate in the global 'Bach in the Subways' celebration while emphasizing free performances as a gift of joy.

Miscellaneous

Court case fuels VTA quest to grab prime San Jose site for BART stop

The VTA is set to acquire a key property in downtown San Jose for a future BART station following a court case resolution.

Miscellaneous

Day Around the Bay: Teslas In Humboldt County Get Anti-Nazi Flyers Put On Them

Tesla owners in Humboldt County received flyers stating 'No Nazis in America', referencing Elon Musk, with a group taking responsibility for the distribution.

#san-francisco

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SF politics

How do we save BART and regional transit? - 48 hills

BART's fiscal crisis stems from outdated planning models favoring a monocrop economy, neglecting diverse local industries and failing to adapt to modern work trends.

San Francisco

BART delay on SF line after a station temporarily closes due to police activity

BART trains on the San Francisco line experienced significant delays due to police activity at Embarcadero station.

Miscellaneous

BART and Muni increase their prices starting Jan. 1, citing inflation

Bay Area public transportation fares increased in 2024, with Muni and BART raising prices to manage inflation and improve services.

Miscellaneous

BART Cleared Trains Out of Transbay Tube, Underground Tunnels In SF Ahead of Potential Tsunami

BART suspended service due to precautionary measures after a 7.0M earthquake, but no tsunami effects occurred in San Francisco.

from48 hills

SF politics

How do we save BART and regional transit? - 48 hills

BART's fiscal crisis stems from outdated planning models favoring a monocrop economy, neglecting diverse local industries and failing to adapt to modern work trends.

San Francisco

BART delay on SF line after a station temporarily closes due to police activity

BART trains on the San Francisco line experienced significant delays due to police activity at Embarcadero station.

Miscellaneous

BART and Muni increase their prices starting Jan. 1, citing inflation

Bay Area public transportation fares increased in 2024, with Muni and BART raising prices to manage inflation and improve services.

Miscellaneous

BART Cleared Trains Out of Transbay Tube, Underground Tunnels In SF Ahead of Potential Tsunami

BART suspended service due to precautionary measures after a 7.0M earthquake, but no tsunami effects occurred in San Francisco.

East Bay (California)

3 BART officers hospitalized with serious injuries in multi-vehicle crash

BART police officers sustained serious injuries in a crash while attending to an emergency call.

Investigation is being conducted by the Oakland Police Department.

East Bay (California)

BART police shoot person at Union City station

A BART police officer shot an individual at the Union City station during an incident in the parking lot.

East Bay (California)

Officials: BART police officers injured in Oakland crash were responding to life-threatening drug overdose

Three BART police officers were injured in a vehicle collision while responding to a drug overdose.

East Bay (California)

3 BART officers hospitalized with serious injuries in multi-vehicle crash

BART police officers sustained serious injuries in a crash while attending to an emergency call.

Investigation is being conducted by the Oakland Police Department.

East Bay (California)

BART police shoot person at Union City station

A BART police officer shot an individual at the Union City station during an incident in the parking lot.

East Bay (California)

Officials: BART police officers injured in Oakland crash were responding to life-threatening drug overdose

Three BART police officers were injured in a vehicle collision while responding to a drug overdose.

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Miscellaneous

Exit interview: A conversation with Rebecca Saltzman, outgoing BART director

Rebecca Saltzman demonstrated strong leadership at BART, focusing on transformative initiatives amid challenges, including the COVID-19 pandemic and infrastructure issues.

Miscellaneous

Gaggle of SantaCon Santas Manages to Conquer BART's Evasion-Proof Gates With Mass Fare Evasion

Santas creatively used BART's fare gates during SantaCon, highlighting loopholes in fare enforcement and the intersection of holiday festivities and social media engagement.

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Miscellaneous

Iron Horse Cocktails - Review - Union Square - San Francisco - The Infatuation

Iron Horse is an ideal bar for drinks near Union Square, known for space, atmosphere, and excellent cocktails.

Miscellaneous

Latest line: A good week for Walmart, a bad week for BART

Walmart supports Proposition 36 with a $3.6 million donation to enhance penalties for theft and drugs.

BART's ridership remains critical post-COVID, facing funding challenges as support to transit agencies wanes.

The California Teachers Association champions Proposition 2 for school construction funding amid tight polling.