San Francisco Sees Major Shift in Post-Pandemic Travel Habits, Prioritizes Sustainable Transit Solutions
A new study indicates post-COVID travel in downtown San Francisco is now dominated by private vehicles, with public transit use and regional travel declining.
San Francisco Students Embrace Sustainability in Bike & Roll to School Week as Biking Popularity Soars
San Francisco celebrated Bike & Roll to School Week, with a notable increase in students biking and using public transit, outweighing car trips. The SFMTA and SFUSD are supporting the trend with infrastructure and safety programs.
Bay Area Braces for Transformation: Senate Bill 63 Advances, Proposing Sales Tax Hike to Revamp Public Transit
California's Senate Bill 63, proposing a ½-cent sales tax increase for improved public transit, moves closer to Senate approval, potentially impacting five counties and addressing a budget shortfall.
Potrero Hill Celebrates Transformation with New Potrero Gateway Project Inauguration
The Potrero Gateway streetscape renovation project in San Francisco was inaugurated by Mayor Daniel Lurie and officials, featuring pedestrian and cyclist safety improvements.
San Francisco Launches Pilot Program with First Public Curbside EV Chargers on Fillmore Street
San Francisco launches a pilot program with the city's first public curbside EV chargers, marking a significant step towards greener transportation and meeting future climate goals.
San Francisco's Transportation Agency Lays Off Managers Including Chief Strategy Officer Amid Budget Crisis
San Francisco's SFMTA laid off 12 managers, including the chief strategy officer, amid a severe budget crisis to streamline operations and address a $322 million deficit.
Bay Area Announces "All Aboard Bay Area Transit Day" for May 6 to Encourage Public Transport Use
May 6th is designated as All Aboard Bay Area Transit Day to encourage public transit use and improve air quality, coinciding with the start of Spare the Air season.
Bay Area Transit Agencies Report Surge in Ridership, Caltrain Leads with 50% Increase Following Electrification
Bay Area public transit sees an increase in ridership, with Caltrain up by 50% due to electrification. Other agencies also report growth, while utilizing the last of the emergency funding to improve services.
San Francisco Sees Success in Fare Compliance Efforts, Boosting Public Transport Revenue Amid SFMTA Budget Crunch
SFMTA reports improved fare compliance through intensified strategies, reducing fare evasion and helping address its budget deficit while supporting discount programs.
Vallejo Ferry Schedule Adjustments Due to Low Tides, Shuttles to Run from Mare Island
Low tides will alter Vallejo ferry schedules from April 28 to May 1, with shuttle buses facilitating transportation between Mare Island and Vallejo Terminal.
Waymos Will Be Allowed on 'Car-Free' Market Street in Mayor's Downtown Revitalization Plan
Waymo's self-driving cars will begin transporting passengers on San Francisco's Market Street, a plan of Mayor Daniel Lurie to revitalize the area. Critics raise safety and traffic concerns.
Bay Area's MTC Seeks Key Amendments to SB 63 for Potential Transit Tax Measure on 2026 Ballot
MTC seeks amendments to SB 63 to enable a Bay Area transit tax measure and outlines advocacy principles such as simple tax cap, majority passage, transparency, and service cuts prevention.












