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Facing a large budget gap, BART warns that voters' rejection of a regional sales tax could trigger up to 15 station closures and about 1,200 layoffs in 2027, plus reduced service, shorter hours, and longer wait times.
BART warns it may halt service at 9 PM and permanently close up to 15 stations in 2027 if a regional sales tax measure fails in the November 2026 election, with phased closures across multiple lines and a Feb. 12 board workshop to discuss a plan to close a $376M deficit.
San Francisco police arrested a suspect after three people were stabbed near the 16th Street and Mission BART station; two victims are in life-threatening condition and one is non-life-threatening, with the suspect’s identity not released as the investigation continues.
A power outage affected over 100,000 customers in San Francisco, impacting neighborhoods, traffic lights, and BART stations, with restoration times uncertain and the cause unspecified.
BART service in San Francisco was halted on three out of four lines due to police activity, with the Daly City station briefly closed before reopening. Passengers were advised to expect major delays, and alternative bus service was provided by Muni. The nature of the police activity was not immediately disclosed.
A body was discovered on the tracks between Balboa Park and Daly City Stations, prompting the closure of Balboa Park Station and a temporary halt in train services until 4:30 a.m. The San Francisco Coroner’s Office and BART Police retrieved the body, with no suspicion of foul play. As of now, there are no reported delays in transit.
BART has resumed normal service on its Antioch-SFO Yellow Line following a derailment and fire near the Orinda station on Monday morning. The incident, which caused minor injuries to nine people, involved a train operator attempting to manually reset a track switch, leading to the derailment of two cars and a brief fire. Service was disrupted as BART coordinated with local bus agencies for passenger transit and used a crane to remove the derailed cars. Investigations by BART's system safety department and the California Public Utilities Commission are underway.
On New Year's Day, a Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) train derailed and caught fire between Orinda and Lafayette stations near San Francisco, causing minor injuries to several passengers. The incident occurred after the train left Orinda station, leading to the evacuation of all passengers and a temporary closure of the Orinda Station. Service was disrupted on a 12-mile stretch of rail, and the cause of the derailment is under investigation.
A BART train derailed and caught fire between Orinda and Lafayette stations on the morning of January 1, 2024, leading to the evacuation of passengers and minor injuries to at least two people. The incident caused major delays and service was halted between the stations, with no immediate bus bridge available. Highway 24 traffic was also affected, with lane closures during the emergency response. Causes of the derailment are still unknown.
An eastbound Yellow Line BART train derailed and caught fire near Orinda Station, causing major delays on the Antioch Line. Passengers self-evacuated and were assisted by BART personnel. Two train cars were on fire, which were extinguished by Orinda fire crews. Service is suspended between Rockridge and Walnut Creek, and commuters are advised to find alternative transportation. No injuries have been reported, and the incident is under investigation.
BART experienced major delays due to a person in the Transbay Tube, causing service disruptions in multiple directions. Trains to the East Bay were turned back at the Embarcadero station, and commuters were advised to use ferries or buses. BART police are searching for the person who entered the tube.
After 34 years, The Simpsons has decided to retire the long-running gag of Homer strangling Bart. In Season 35 Episode 3, Homer reveals that he has changed his ways and no longer engages in senseless violence. While some fans were unhappy with this decision, others pointed out that it has been increasingly rare to see Homer strangle Bart in recent seasons.
A preliminary 3.9 earthquake near San Francisco International Airport (SFO) was reported by the United States Geological Survey (USGS). The earthquake occurred at 6:38 p.m. with a depth of 8.2 miles and was felt in San Francisco and Oakland. BART service was temporarily halted for about 20 minutes but has since resumed.
Starting September 11, Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) will implement a new schedule with more frequent train service, aiming to provide a more reliable experience for riders. The changes include 20-minute wait times on all trains, more predictable departure and arrival times, and increased train frequency on busy lines and routes. BART has seen an uptick in ridership, but it is still below pre-pandemic levels. The new schedule is made possible by the availability and reliability of newer trains. However, reduced service on some lines and to certain cities is expected. BART is also exploring long-term funding solutions to sustain its operations.
Police are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred outside the Lake Merritt BART station in Oakland, California. The shooting took place on Tuesday afternoon, and a male suspect has been taken into custody. Details about the victim and the motive behind the shooting are currently unknown. BART trains temporarily bypassed the station but have since resumed normal operations.