SF considers cutting school crossing guards - 48 hillsPotential cuts to school crossing guards threaten student safety and conflict with the city's Vision Zero plan.
SFMTA Announces More Proposed Muni Service Cuts, Chopping Parts of 5-Fulton, 9-San Bruno, and 31-BalboaMuni is proposing significant service cuts due to a $50 million budget deficit, impacting several key bus routes.
Two SF Women Charged With $500K In Welfare Fraud by Claiming They Were Caring for 17 KidsA couple engaged in a fraudulent childcare scheme, falsely claiming to care for 17 children to receive $30,000 monthly subsidies.
What are you most likely to get a ticket for in SF? Here's a breakdownCities are struggling to enforce parking rules near crosswalks due to confusion, prompting faster curb painting efforts.
Could Muni Eliminate the Cable Cars? That's on the Table, as the Agency Faces a Possible $320 Million DeficitMuni faces severe funding crises due to failed Prop L, projecting a deficit of up to $322 million by 2026.
Here are top five parking ticket hot spots in San Francisco so far this yearParking hotspots in San Francisco include the Embarcadero and Mission Bay, racking up considerable fines due to heavy tourist activity and strict regulations.
SF considers cutting school crossing guards - 48 hillsPotential cuts to school crossing guards threaten student safety and conflict with the city's Vision Zero plan.
SFMTA Announces More Proposed Muni Service Cuts, Chopping Parts of 5-Fulton, 9-San Bruno, and 31-BalboaMuni is proposing significant service cuts due to a $50 million budget deficit, impacting several key bus routes.
Two SF Women Charged With $500K In Welfare Fraud by Claiming They Were Caring for 17 KidsA couple engaged in a fraudulent childcare scheme, falsely claiming to care for 17 children to receive $30,000 monthly subsidies.
What are you most likely to get a ticket for in SF? Here's a breakdownCities are struggling to enforce parking rules near crosswalks due to confusion, prompting faster curb painting efforts.
Could Muni Eliminate the Cable Cars? That's on the Table, as the Agency Faces a Possible $320 Million DeficitMuni faces severe funding crises due to failed Prop L, projecting a deficit of up to $322 million by 2026.
Here are top five parking ticket hot spots in San Francisco so far this yearParking hotspots in San Francisco include the Embarcadero and Mission Bay, racking up considerable fines due to heavy tourist activity and strict regulations.
Five Muni Bus Lines Will Likely See Changes, Turn Around at Market Street, Starting In JuneSFMTA's proposed service cuts impact five Muni bus lines to save costs amid a financial deficit.
Op/Ed: Why Transit Advocates Should Be Wary of Proposition D - Streetsblog San FranciscoProposition D could dangerously politicize public transit decisions, undermining community input and progress in transportation improvements.
SFMTA Director Jeffrey Tumlin is Resigning at the End of the YearJeffrey Tumlin's leadership at SFMTA will end, marked by significant improvements to Muni despite facing criticism and challenges such as the pandemic.
SFMTA Reduces Curb Access at Richmond District Bus Stops - Streetsblog San FranciscoThe SFMTA's repainting of bus stop curbs to gray hinders accessibility for public transportation users, especially disabled individuals and seniors.
Muni Experiences Major Meltdown With Downed Overhead Line In Tunnel Near Civic CenterMuni faced a significant service disruption due to a downed power line, affecting multiple train routes on Tuesday morning.
Five Muni Bus Lines Will Likely See Changes, Turn Around at Market Street, Starting In JuneSFMTA's proposed service cuts impact five Muni bus lines to save costs amid a financial deficit.
Op/Ed: Why Transit Advocates Should Be Wary of Proposition D - Streetsblog San FranciscoProposition D could dangerously politicize public transit decisions, undermining community input and progress in transportation improvements.
SFMTA Director Jeffrey Tumlin is Resigning at the End of the YearJeffrey Tumlin's leadership at SFMTA will end, marked by significant improvements to Muni despite facing criticism and challenges such as the pandemic.
SFMTA Reduces Curb Access at Richmond District Bus Stops - Streetsblog San FranciscoThe SFMTA's repainting of bus stop curbs to gray hinders accessibility for public transportation users, especially disabled individuals and seniors.
Muni Experiences Major Meltdown With Downed Overhead Line In Tunnel Near Civic CenterMuni faced a significant service disruption due to a downed power line, affecting multiple train routes on Tuesday morning.
Open Letter: Don't Bring Back Left Turns on Valencia - Streetsblog San FranciscoAdvocacy groups urge SFMTA to keep left turns prohibited on Valencia Street due to safety concerns for vulnerable road users.
SFMTA's newest proposal could create 'slaloming' bike lane along Valencia St.Proposed twist in Valencia Street bike lane controversy with side-running design to accommodate merchants' preferences.
SFMTA Unveils New Valencia Bike Lane Design That's No Longer in Center of Street, Swerves' Around ParkletsValencia Street's center bike lane experiment is ending, shifting bike lanes back to the curb for improved safety and business impact.
SFMTA Votes to End the Valencia Center Bike Lane Experiment, But New Curbside Lanes Won't Arrive Until 2025SFMTA decides to revert Valencia Street bike lane back to curbside design due to controversies, completion expected by January 2025.
Center-Running Valencia Bike Lanes Could Be Heading Back to the Curbside in JanuaryThe Valencia Street bike lane experiment has failed, prompting SFMTA to revert back to curbside lanes by January 2025.
It's Official: Valencia Street Bike Lanes Moving Back to the Curbside, Starting in JanuaryThe SFMTA has voted to revert the Valencia Street bike lanes back to the curb after a controversial 17-month trial that led to safety concerns.
Open Letter: Don't Bring Back Left Turns on Valencia - Streetsblog San FranciscoAdvocacy groups urge SFMTA to keep left turns prohibited on Valencia Street due to safety concerns for vulnerable road users.
SFMTA's newest proposal could create 'slaloming' bike lane along Valencia St.Proposed twist in Valencia Street bike lane controversy with side-running design to accommodate merchants' preferences.
SFMTA Unveils New Valencia Bike Lane Design That's No Longer in Center of Street, Swerves' Around ParkletsValencia Street's center bike lane experiment is ending, shifting bike lanes back to the curb for improved safety and business impact.
SFMTA Votes to End the Valencia Center Bike Lane Experiment, But New Curbside Lanes Won't Arrive Until 2025SFMTA decides to revert Valencia Street bike lane back to curbside design due to controversies, completion expected by January 2025.
Center-Running Valencia Bike Lanes Could Be Heading Back to the Curbside in JanuaryThe Valencia Street bike lane experiment has failed, prompting SFMTA to revert back to curbside lanes by January 2025.
It's Official: Valencia Street Bike Lanes Moving Back to the Curbside, Starting in JanuaryThe SFMTA has voted to revert the Valencia Street bike lanes back to the curb after a controversial 17-month trial that led to safety concerns.
SFMTA warns of parking ticket scam textsBeware of texting scams regarding unpaid parking citations in San Francisco.
SFMTA uncovers elaborate scam at SF's Fisherman's WharfFisherman's Wharf is experiencing a resurgence of parking scams, with recent fake QR codes targeting tourists.The SFMTA continues to combat various parking-related scams, reinforcing the need for vigilance among visitors.
SFMTA warns of parking ticket scam textsBeware of texting scams regarding unpaid parking citations in San Francisco.
SFMTA uncovers elaborate scam at SF's Fisherman's WharfFisherman's Wharf is experiencing a resurgence of parking scams, with recent fake QR codes targeting tourists.The SFMTA continues to combat various parking-related scams, reinforcing the need for vigilance among visitors.
Advocates React: Julie Kirschbaum will Head SFMTA - Streetsblog San FranciscoJulie Kirschbaum appointed as the first permanent female Director of Transportation in San Francisco, emphasizing her experience and past achievements.
Some SF crossing guard positions could be cut as SFMTA tackles $50 million budget deficitSFMTA is considering cuts to the school crossing guard program amid a $50 million budget deficit, sparking concern for community safety.
Advocates Push Back Against Pending Muni Service Cuts - Streetsblog San FranciscoMuni faces a $50 million budget shortfall leading to potential service cuts if not addressed.
SFMTA Staff, Prefering Muni Cuts, Vetoes Charging for Sunday Street Parking - Streetsblog San FranciscoSFMTA is considering cutting transit services due to a $15 million funding gap but avoided charging for street parking under certain circumstances.
Muni Is Free This Weekend, Because SF Really Doesn't Want You Driving During NBA and Chinese New Year EventsSFMTA offers free Muni service this weekend to alleviate traffic during the NBA All-Star Game and Lunar New Year events.
Advocates Push Back Against Pending Muni Service Cuts - Streetsblog San FranciscoMuni faces a $50 million budget shortfall leading to potential service cuts if not addressed.
SFMTA Staff, Prefering Muni Cuts, Vetoes Charging for Sunday Street Parking - Streetsblog San FranciscoSFMTA is considering cutting transit services due to a $15 million funding gap but avoided charging for street parking under certain circumstances.
Muni Is Free This Weekend, Because SF Really Doesn't Want You Driving During NBA and Chinese New Year EventsSFMTA offers free Muni service this weekend to alleviate traffic during the NBA All-Star Game and Lunar New Year events.
SFMTA, Mayor Refuse to Support Citywide Ban on 'Right on Red' - Streetsblog San FranciscoThe San Francisco Board of Supervisors approved a resolution for a citywide No Turn On Red policy, but the mayor did not sign it.SFMTA has approved No Turn On Red at approximately 200 intersections downtown, but is not committing to a citywide ban.
Op-Ed: The Sunsetting of Daylighting - Streetsblog San FranciscoSFMTA's suspension of daylighting law enforcement jeopardizes pedestrian safety amid rising traffic deaths.
SFMTA, Mayor Refuse to Support Citywide Ban on 'Right on Red' - Streetsblog San FranciscoThe San Francisco Board of Supervisors approved a resolution for a citywide No Turn On Red policy, but the mayor did not sign it.SFMTA has approved No Turn On Red at approximately 200 intersections downtown, but is not committing to a citywide ban.
Op-Ed: The Sunsetting of Daylighting - Streetsblog San FranciscoSFMTA's suspension of daylighting law enforcement jeopardizes pedestrian safety amid rising traffic deaths.
Rogue Merchants Try to Halt Protected Bike Lane Project, Restore Valencia to 'Historic' Configuration - Streetsblog San FranciscoValencia bike lane project faced opposition from VAMANOS, threatening legal action to preserve historic district integrity.
Christmas Eve Around the Bay: Christmas Tree Retailer Clancy's Faces Uncertain Future at Inner Sunset HomeBissap Baobab wins liquor license battle, enhancing its role as a live music venue.SFMTA abandons plan to remove free parking after strong community response.Mavericks surfers go against safety warnings for high surf conditions.City Attorney vows to confront new administration's immigration policies.
Traffic Diverter Removed from Plan for Slow Noe Street - Streetsblog San FranciscoSFMTA paused plans for a traffic diverter on Slow Noe Street, despite high traffic levels, prompting concerns from local residents about safety and community use.
7 Frida KahloCandidates in District 7 of SF are asked about their support for the controversial Frida Kahlo Way project, revealing divided opinions within the community.
SFMTA Approves Removal of Valencia's Center-Running Bike Lane - Streetsblog San FranciscoSFMTA will replace the controversial center-running bike lane on Valencia Street with a curbside protected bike lane following unanimous board approval.
Officials Celebrate Lackluster West Portal Safety Installation - Streetsblog San FranciscoThe West Portal community successfully collaborated on a quick-build safety project, improving pedestrian safety after a tragic incident.
Five of the six D3 candidates express disapproval of the Biking and Rolling PlanCandidates from District 3 express concerns over the SFMTA's Biking and Rolling Plan, emphasizing the importance of a holistic approach to mobility planning.
Traffic Diverter Removed from Plan for Slow Noe Street - Streetsblog San FranciscoSFMTA paused plans for a traffic diverter on Slow Noe Street, despite high traffic levels, prompting concerns from local residents about safety and community use.
7 Frida KahloCandidates in District 7 of SF are asked about their support for the controversial Frida Kahlo Way project, revealing divided opinions within the community.
SFMTA Approves Removal of Valencia's Center-Running Bike Lane - Streetsblog San FranciscoSFMTA will replace the controversial center-running bike lane on Valencia Street with a curbside protected bike lane following unanimous board approval.
Officials Celebrate Lackluster West Portal Safety Installation - Streetsblog San FranciscoThe West Portal community successfully collaborated on a quick-build safety project, improving pedestrian safety after a tragic incident.
Five of the six D3 candidates express disapproval of the Biking and Rolling PlanCandidates from District 3 express concerns over the SFMTA's Biking and Rolling Plan, emphasizing the importance of a holistic approach to mobility planning.
Beware Phony QR Code Scam Popping Up on SF Parking MetersBeware of fake QR-code stickers on SF parking meters that mislead users into paying fraudulent fees.
Those Anti-Sex Work' Barriers Are Now Coming to Shotwell StreetSFMTA is placing street barriers on Shotwell Street to address the surge in street-level sex work that moved from Capp Street.Local residents report safety concerns and disturbances since sex work moved to Shotwell Street after barriers were erected on Capp Street.
Muni recommits to hybrid coaches as battery-electric pilot wraps upSan Francisco aims to have an emissions-free Muni bus fleet by 2040, testing battery-electric buses as part of this initiative.
SFMTA Wants to Put a Bike Lane in Chinatown, Chinatown Leaders Not at All Happy With the IdeaChinatown community groups are against the proposed bike lane despite SFMTA's efforts.
Valencia Merchants to SFMTA: We Want Curbside Protected Bike Lanes - Streetsblog San FranciscoThe Valencia Corridor Merchants Association is calling for the removal of center-running bike lanes in favor of Dutch-style, curbside protected lanes.
SFMTA Wants to Put a Bike Lane in Chinatown, Chinatown Leaders Not at All Happy With the IdeaChinatown community groups are against the proposed bike lane despite SFMTA's efforts.
Valencia Merchants to SFMTA: We Want Curbside Protected Bike Lanes - Streetsblog San FranciscoThe Valencia Corridor Merchants Association is calling for the removal of center-running bike lanes in favor of Dutch-style, curbside protected lanes.
SFMTA Approves Merchant-Driven, 'Holistic' Plan for West Portal - Streetsblog San FranciscoThe SFMTA board approved a watered-down safety plan for West Portal, reducing proposed transit-only lanes and turn restrictions despite prior need for safety improvements.
SF Appeals Board says let the Lion dance go on - with conditionsTemporarily allowed LionDanceME to perform on one block of Grant Avenue on Saturdays from noon to 5 p.m., extending through June 30th.
SFMTA Approves Merchant-Driven, 'Holistic' Plan for West Portal - Streetsblog San FranciscoThe SFMTA board approved a watered-down safety plan for West Portal, reducing proposed transit-only lanes and turn restrictions despite prior need for safety improvements.
SF Appeals Board says let the Lion dance go on - with conditionsTemporarily allowed LionDanceME to perform on one block of Grant Avenue on Saturdays from noon to 5 p.m., extending through June 30th.
SFMTA's parking boss targeted minority neighborhoods, former deputy director allegesSelective ticketing in minority neighborhoods by SFMTA directorHigh ticketing rates and questionable practices revealed in deposition
SFMTA parking boss targeted minority neighborhoods, former deputy director allegesSelective ticketing in minority neighborhoods by SFMTA directorFormer deputy director's deposition reveals excessive ticketing
SFMTA's parking boss targeted minority neighborhoods, former deputy director allegesSelective ticketing in minority neighborhoods by SFMTA directorHigh ticketing rates and questionable practices revealed in deposition
SFMTA parking boss targeted minority neighborhoods, former deputy director allegesSelective ticketing in minority neighborhoods by SFMTA directorFormer deputy director's deposition reveals excessive ticketing
District 11 candidates show where they stand on the CCSF bike lane controversySFMTA votes to implement controversial bike lane near City College of San Francisco despite opposition.
District 11 candidates talk Cayuga Avenue slow streetThe Cayuga Avenue slow street in District 11, part of a citywide program by SFMTA, faces high traffic volumes and speeds, prompting concerns from residents.
District 11 candidates show where they stand on the CCSF bike lane controversySFMTA votes to implement controversial bike lane near City College of San Francisco despite opposition.
District 11 candidates talk Cayuga Avenue slow streetThe Cayuga Avenue slow street in District 11, part of a citywide program by SFMTA, faces high traffic volumes and speeds, prompting concerns from residents.
District 7 candidates: Do you support the Frida Kahlo bike lane project?Not all candidates support the Frida Kahlo bike lane project due to safety concerns and lack of community outreach.