MAP: SF Speed Cameras Stop Playing Nice and Start Hitting Drivers' Wallets
San Francisco's 33 speed cameras stopped issuing warnings today and started hitting drivers with fines up to $500. Critics call it a money grab disguised as public safety, while advocates say it's overdue intervention in a crisis that's killed 367 people since Vision Zero began.
Passengers Encounter Cockroach Issue on Air India Flight from San Francisco to Mumbai, Airline Apologizes and Ensures Strict Hygiene Measures
Cockroaches were found on an Air India flight from San Francisco to Mumbai, causing passenger discomfort. The airline apologized and conducted a deep cleaning in Kolkata.
East Bay's AC Transit Overhauls Bus Network: New Lines & Routes Starting August 10 Amid Budget Constraints
AC Transit announces the restructuring of its bus network, affecting 104 lines in East Bay starting August 10, after extensive public feedback and addressing both ridership changes post-pandemic and a budget shortfall.
San Francisco Speed Cameras Shift from Warnings to Fines, Advocating Safety Amid Equity Concerns
San Francisco's speed cameras will start fining drivers with penalties ranging from $50 to $500, following a human review process, to improve traffic safety and reduce speeding.
Alaska Airlines Launches Seasonal Direct Flights from Sonoma County to Palm Springs
Alaska Airlines introduced seasonal direct flights to Palm Springs from the Charles M. Schulz – Sonoma County Airport, operating from October to May with five weekly flights.
Tesla Rolls Out Ride-Hailing Service in San Francisco and Austin Amid Regulatory Hurdles for Autonomous Fleet
Tesla launches a ride-hailing service in the San Francisco Bay Area, requiring a human driver, despite earlier autonomous fleet plans, amidst regulatory and safety challenges.
Vine Transit Unveils Saturday Service for Route 29, Enhancing Bay Area Connectivity Between Napa and BART Stations
Vine Transit is launching Saturday service for Napa-BART Connector on August 16 to improve Bay Area connectivity, as part of a pilot through June 2026. Other service enhancements include a faster Route 11X starting August 10.
VIDEO: BART's Fleet of the Future Hits Milestone with 1000th Train Car Arrival in Bay Area
BART received its 1,000th Fleet of the Future train car, with rigorous tests required before cars enter service, aiming for project completion by 2026.
Tesla's Bay Area 'Robotaxi' Rollout Has Human Drivers & Is Only For Tesla Employees
Tesla's Bay Area robotaxi launch features human drivers, employee-only rides, and a notable absence of required state permits. The announcement came complete with internal memos and weekend timelines—just no permission from California regulators.
Great Highway Traffic Data Confirms What Your Commute Already Told You: Sunset Dunes Park Implications Tracked
SFMTA's first traffic report since Sunset Dunes opened confirms Chain of Lakes now handles 2,000 extra cars daily, while several predicted traffic disasters simply never showed up.
Foot-Long Rats Swarm Vallejo Ferry Terminal After Homeless Camp Sweep on Mare Island
Commuters are dodging foot-long rats in ferry terminal parking lots after Vallejo's homeless camp sweep sent displaced rodents straight to the busiest transportation hub. Panama Bay Coffee is hemorrhaging customers while the city scrambles with pest control teams.
Oakland Airport Changes Name ... Again, SFO Still Not Having It
Oakland just doubled down on borrowing San Francisco's airport brand after getting shut down in court. Round two of the Bay Area's most expensive identity crisis is officially underway.
San Francisco Accelerates Electric Future with $5 Million Grant for EV Charging Expansion
San Francisco receives a $5 million grant from the California Energy Commission to expand its electric vehicle charging infrastructure, adding 403 charging ports to help electrify the city's fleet.












