Headlines, September 16

Newspapers spelling out what happens if Muni has to cut service, one AC Transit Director's unwanted hug, "Fare Required," and more...

11:01 AM PDT on September 16, 2026

AC Transit Director Subjected to Unwanted Physical Contact with Other Director (Oaklandside)
Advocates Fume at “Fare Required” Muni Messaging (SF Chron)
2 Bay Area Cities Ditch Flock (SF Gate)
Major Muni Cuts Would Be Bad for Drivers Too (SF Standard)
Major Muni Cuts Would Be Bad for Homeowners Too (SF Chron)
Construction Starts Next Year on Affordable Housing Project Near Tamien Station (Merc-News)
CAHSRA Consultants Spent Nearly $600k on Luxuries (SF Standard)
Report: Oakland PD Still Needs Oversight (East Bay Times)
City Approves New Contract with OAK PD’s Union (Oaklandside)

Get state headlines at Streetsblog California, national headlines at Streetsblog USA

today's headlines

Streetsblog has migrated to a new comment system. New commenters can register directly in the comments section of any article. Returning commenters: your previous comments and display name have been preserved, but you'll need to reclaim your account by clicking "Forgot your password?" on the sign-in form, entering your email, and following the verification link to set a new password — this is required because passwords could not be carried over during the migration. For questions, contact tips@streetsblog.org.

Headlines, September 16

Read More:

More from Streetsblog San Francisco

Get Involved with Measure RTM with Tomorrow’s (9/17) Day of Action, or Events All Weekend

What You Missed in the Transportation Reauthorization This Summer

Legislative Update: Governor Signs Bills on E-Bike Education, Active Transportation. Most Bills Still Pending.

A Vision for Marin’s Future Bike Network

Headlines, September 15