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Major SF BART lines shut down Saturday due to power issues

BART has shut down the Red and Green lines due to power issues in the Transbay Tube.

fromPadailypost

Counties get behind regional transit bailout tax

"The additional half-cent mass transit bailout would raise the rate to 10.25% if approved in 2026, affecting sales tax rates in Santa Clara County."

US politics

BART "Under the Stars" $5 Family Outdoor Movie Night (Concord)

BART is hosting a family movie night at Concord Station on August 16, showcasing unique footage of the BART system and a screening of Madagascar.

#public-transit

fromCity Journal

Alternative transportation

The Bay Area Rapid Transit System Is a Warning for Other Cities

East Bay (California)

BART trains stopped between Richmond, Berkeley after emergency

Alternative transportation

BART's fare enforcement system not increasing revenue nor making BART safer, new study says

fromCity Journal

Alternative transportation

The Bay Area Rapid Transit System Is a Warning for Other Cities

East Bay (California)

BART trains stopped between Richmond, Berkeley after emergency

Alternative transportation

BART's fare enforcement system not increasing revenue nor making BART safer, new study says

more#public-transit

3 weeks ago

Day Around the Bay: Big-Time BART Delays as There Was Another Fire Near the Tracks

ICE arrested an SF Guatemalan man who showed clear signs of mental illness after his immigration hearing Thursday, and was muttering to himself throughout his hearing.

San Francisco

Alternative transportation

BART rider charged with hate crime in knife brandishing

A BART rider has been charged with a hate crime for threatening another person with a knife.

fromStreetsblog

Weekend Roundup: San Antonio Celebrates, Mike Swire Saved... - Streetsblog San Francisco

San Antonio advocates are pushing for a new BART station to serve local neighborhoods and are focused on improving street safety.

#transportation

Silicon Valley

Bringing Access and Opportunity to Santa Clara County through BART Silicon Valley

East Bay (California)

Major medical emergency halts BART service between Hayward and San Leandro

East Bay (California)

All BART stations open for commute a day after fire shut down part of system

East Bay (California)

Fire near San Leandro BART station stops service between Lake Merritt, Dublin and Berryessa stations

fromThe Verge

San Francisco

SF's BART expects 'major delays' after a computer problem ground subways to a halt

Alternative transportation

Entire BART system closed down following computer networking issue

Silicon Valley

Bringing Access and Opportunity to Santa Clara County through BART Silicon Valley

East Bay (California)

Major medical emergency halts BART service between Hayward and San Leandro

East Bay (California)

All BART stations open for commute a day after fire shut down part of system

East Bay (California)

Fire near San Leandro BART station stops service between Lake Merritt, Dublin and Berryessa stations

fromThe Verge

San Francisco

SF's BART expects 'major delays' after a computer problem ground subways to a halt

Alternative transportation

Entire BART system closed down following computer networking issue

more#transportation

Opinion: Tax Silicon Valley Big Tech to rescue BART and other Bay Area transit

With annual deficits for Bay Area transit agencies approaching $800 million, the scramble is on to find the revenue needed to keep BART and the region's other bus and rail systems operational.

San Francisco

Power outage interrupts BART service in central, east Contra Costa County

BART service on the Yellow Line ceased due to an electrical power outage affecting central and eastern Contra Costa County.

#public-transportation

California

San Mateo County leaders calling for more public transportation funding

East Bay (California)

Richmond BART line service halted due to 'major medical emergency'

San Francisco

This fee could almost double the cost of your BART trip to the airport

Alternative transportation

East Bay (California)

BART station closure halts service on 2 major East Bay lines

BART Says Morning Meltdown Was Due to Isolated Device Malfunction, No Further Problems Anticipated

The recent BART shutdown was caused by a minor issue but highlights ongoing funding challenges affecting transit reliability.

BART shutdown 'only a taste of what's to come' if not funded, Sen. Wiener says in grave warning

BART is essential for Bay Area transit and needs support to avoid service cuts.

California

San Mateo County leaders calling for more public transportation funding

East Bay (California)

Richmond BART line service halted due to 'major medical emergency'

San Francisco

This fee could almost double the cost of your BART trip to the airport

BART station closure halts service on 2 major East Bay lines

BART services disrupted due to a fire near San Leandro station.

Alternative transportation

BART Says Morning Meltdown Was Due to Isolated Device Malfunction, No Further Problems Anticipated

more#public-transportation

BART shutdown 'only a taste of what's to come' if not funded, Sen. Wiener says in grave warning

BART is essential for Bay Area transit and needs support to avoid service cuts.

#ridership

San Francisco

BART improves in safety, cleanliness and satisfaction, yet ridership recovery remains slow

San Francisco

BART improves in safety, cleanliness and satisfaction, yet ridership recovery remains slow

San Francisco

BART improves in safety, cleanliness and satisfaction, yet ridership recovery remains slow

San Francisco

BART improves in safety, cleanliness and satisfaction, yet ridership recovery remains slow

more#ridership

#public-transport

San Francisco

BART releases report on systemwide delays from last month's power outage and fire

San Francisco

BART delays expected after 'unplanned' rail work in San Francisco

East Bay (California)

Fire at San Leandro BART station damages equipment, suspends train service

East Bay (California)

Tuesday Morning Topline: Fire at San Leandro Station Disables Some BART Service

San Francisco

BART releases report on systemwide delays from last month's power outage and fire

San Francisco

BART delays expected after 'unplanned' rail work in San Francisco

East Bay (California)

Fire at San Leandro BART station damages equipment, suspends train service

East Bay (California)

Tuesday Morning Topline: Fire at San Leandro Station Disables Some BART Service

more#public-transport

RV fire at Oakland homeless encampment hospitalizes woman

A fire at a homeless encampment in Oakland injured a woman and disrupted BART service temporarily.

#san-leandro

California

Major medical emergency' closes Bay Fair BART station

East Bay (California)

Last Month's BART Fire at San Leandro Was Actually a Systemwide' Issue, and Could Happen Again at Any Station

East Bay (California)

Man arrested in San Leandro BART station stabbing

California

Major medical emergency' closes Bay Fair BART station

Last Month's BART Fire at San Leandro Was Actually a Systemwide' Issue, and Could Happen Again at Any Station

BART has identified potential systemwide vulnerabilities following a fire caused by a frayed volt cable, prompting a thorough investigation into safety measures.

East Bay (California)

Man arrested in San Leandro BART station stabbing

more#san-leandro

#train-service

East Bay (California)

BART train service between Walnut Creek, Concord to be canceled for a weekend

San Francisco

BART's Green Line service down as impacts continue from fire at San Leandro station

East Bay (California)

BART train service between Walnut Creek, Concord to be canceled for a weekend

San Francisco

BART's Green Line service down as impacts continue from fire at San Leandro station

Mission District

BART says new gates reduce fare evasion. Mission data shows otherwise.

East Bay (California)

Cracking down on fare jumpers didn't make BART safer or increase revenue, report finds

fromMission Local

Mission District

BART says new gates reduce fare evasion. Mission data shows otherwise.

East Bay (California)

Cracking down on fare jumpers didn't make BART safer or increase revenue, report finds

more#fare-evasion

#north-berkeley

East Bay (California)

Person struck, killed by BART train near North Berkeley station

East Bay (California)

Person hit, critically injured by BART train at North Berkeley station

East Bay (California)

Berkeley BART station closed while authorities investigate report of a person hit by a train

East Bay (California)

Person struck, killed by BART train near North Berkeley station

East Bay (California)

Person hit, critically injured by BART train at North Berkeley station

East Bay (California)

Berkeley BART station closed while authorities investigate report of a person hit by a train

Friday Morning Constitutional: Another Medical Emergency at North Berkeley BART

BART service disruption occurred twice this week due to medical emergencies near North Berkeley Station, causing major delays.

Florida Governor DeSantis comments ignite controversy regarding liability for protests.

A dead whale washing ashore highlights environmental issues in the Bay Area.

Humpday Headlines: BART Recovering After Unplanned Track Fix In SF

BART delays due to a track defect resulted in significant transit issues in San Francisco.

A protest in Oakland related to ICE saw some violent incidents despite its peaceful nature.

Future dam removals on the Klamath River need to address existing obstacles for salmon runs.

Elon Musk's recent statements indicate a shift in tone concerning his public communications.

Mission District

Major delay affects BART commuters following unscheduled track maintenance

BART commuters faced significant delays due to unscheduled track maintenance affecting two lines, with service interruptions leading to sustained delays.

BART's Richmond Line Temporarily Halted After Person Reportedly Struck By Train at North Berkeley Station

BART's North Berkeley Station was shut down due to a reported medical emergency involving a train collision.

BART's North Berkeley station re-opened after person on track hospitalized

BART officials reported that a person went onto the tracks at North Berkeley station at 10 a.m., leading to a train collision and major delays.

East Bay (California)

Judge moves forward with wrongful death lawsuit against BART for family of woman pushed into train

The legal case against BART for Corazon Dandan's death is advancing, highlighting safety concerns at public transit stations.

Plan to raise $500 million in annual sales taxes for beleaguered Bay Area transit advances in Legislature

Bay Area voters may approve a sales tax increase to generate over $500 million annually for transit agencies, facing opposition from unions and environmental groups.

#transit

Alternative transportation

BART commute week opens with all lines open again

fromLos Angeles Times

East Bay (California)

Computer glitch sparks shutdown of Bay Area Rapid Transit, thousands of commuters stranded

East Bay (California)

Now arriving at Berkeley stations: BART's new saloon-style fare gates

BART is upgrading fare gates to improve security and reduce fare evasion.

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.

Alternative transportation

BART commute week opens with all lines open again

fromLos Angeles Times

Computer glitch sparks shutdown of Bay Area Rapid Transit, thousands of commuters stranded

BART service was suspended due to a computer networking issue, stranding commuters across the Bay Area.

East Bay (California)

Now arriving at Berkeley stations: BART's new saloon-style fare gates

Mission District

Major medical emergency' closes Warm Springs BART station

San Francisco Giants

Day Around the Bay: BART's Green Line Won't Be Running Again Until Tuesday

Ryan Kwong, a rookie SFPD officer, pleads not guilty in DUI crash; another officer sentenced for separate DUI incident.

BART service recovery is underway post-fire, but Green Line remains closed; all 50 stations now operational.

San Francisco

Last Week, This Week: BART Breakdown, Cops Overtime, Hunter Pence to Lead Guinness Record Event

BART and United Airlines faced significant operational issues this week, while San Francisco activists fought against for-profit reentry center plans.

Local issues like drug use, police overtime, and community activism highlight the ongoing struggles in San Francisco.

San Francisco Giants

Day Around the Bay: BART's Green Line Won't Be Running Again Until Tuesday

Last Week, This Week: BART Breakdown, Cops Overtime, Hunter Pence to Lead Guinness Record Event

BART and United Airlines faced significant operational issues this week, while San Francisco activists fought against for-profit reentry center plans.

Local issues like drug use, police overtime, and community activism highlight the ongoing struggles in San Francisco.

All Downtown SF Muni Stations Closed Due to 'Debris' Issue

Muni service was disrupted between Embarcadero and Van Ness due to maintenance issues, affecting subway operations significantly.

Humpday Headlines: BART Service Mostly Restored After San Leandro Fire

Service on BART's Green Line remains down as a result of an early morning fire on the tracks at San Leandro Station, affecting travel speeds.

San Francisco

Couple Gets Married on Moving BART Train, With Bouquet Made of BART Tickets

Lenora and John celebrated their wedding on a moving BART train, showcasing a unique blend of romance and urban transit culture.

#fire

East Bay (California)

Fire at BART's San Leandro station causes service disruptions across the East Bay

fromwww.kqed.org

East Bay (California)

Fire at BART's San Leandro station causes service disruptions across the East Bay

East Bay (California)

Fire at BART's San Leandro station causes service disruptions across the East Bay

fromwww.kqed.org

East Bay (California)

Fire at BART's San Leandro station causes service disruptions across the East Bay

more#fire

Woman sexually assaulted on Ohlone Greenway near BART in El Cerrito

A woman was sexually assaulted on the Ohlone Greenway by a stranger who approached her at a BART station.

Cracking down on fare jumpers didn't make BART safer or increase revenue, report finds

BART's fare enforcement isn't effectively reducing crime or increasing revenue, contrary to agency claims.

Portland food

BART Riders and Police Injured In Some Sort of Pepper Spray Incident at Powell Station

Pepper spray exposure led to disruption at Powell Street Station

"Bike to Wherever" Day 2025: Freebies for Commuters (SF + Bay Area)

Bike to Wherever Day promotes cycling as an eco-friendly alternative to driving.

Energizer stations will provide free treats and swag at various BART locations.

East Bay real estate

Here's how to hear from developers hoping to build housing at the Ashby BART station

BART plans to build hundreds of apartments at the Ashby station's west parking lot with community input on developer selection.

San Jose BART extension: Why hasn't VTA released the report that could offer millions in savings?

Critics have long questioned the 2018 decision, especially in light of the ballooning project cost, which has risen from $4.7 billion in 2014 to $12.75 billion.

Silicon Valley real estate

Latest line: A good week for Carl DeMaio, a bad week for Bob Powers

Californians largely support voter ID measures, with 71% in favor of proof of citizenship for registration, as indicated by a new UC Berkeley poll.

BART said changes made after 2019 power outage would prevent future incidents. Why it happened again

BART experienced another network outage, despite previous upgrades aimed at preventing such incidents, prompting calls for better redundancy and faster solutions.

#transit-system

Alternative transportation

Network issues took down BART Friday morning. The whole control system will be modernized soon

Alternative transportation

Network issues took down BART earlier today. The whole control system will be modernized soon

Alternative transportation

Network issues took down BART Friday morning. The whole control system will be modernized soon

Alternative transportation

Network issues took down BART earlier today. The whole control system will be modernized soon

San Francisco Bay Area comes to a standstill as computer error shuts down entire BART train system

BART faced a significant systemwide shutdown due to a computer networking issue, impacting thousands of daily commuters.

Sudden San Bruno station closure causes major BART delays

Bay Area commuters are experiencing significant delays due to a medical emergency at San Bruno BART station.

BART closes San Bruno station following major medical emergency

BART station closed due to a major medical emergency on the tracks.

Lightsabers and stormtroopers take over BART for Star Wars Day

BART hosted a themed ride celebrating Star Wars to engage the community and promote safe public transportation.

#may-the-fourth

East Bay food

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

San Francisco

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

East Bay food

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

San Francisco

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

more#may-the-fourth

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 real estate

4 months ago

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.