Jerold Chinn
@jerold.bsky.social
san francisco freelance journalist | award-winning transit reporter | born and raised in s.f. | food | contact: jeroldreportsnews@gmail.com | signal thisisjerold.48
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San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie delivered on Wednesday his harshest condemnation yet of Trump in anticipation of the administration’s deployment of more than 100 federal agents in the Bay Area.
S.F. Mayor Lurie punches back at Trump’s surge of federal officers in the Bay Area
San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie delivered on Wednesday his harshest condemnation yet of Trump in anticipation of the administration’s deployment of more than 100 federal agents in the Bay Area.
bit.ly
October 22, 2025 at 10:51 PM
San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie delivered on Wednesday his harshest condemnation yet of Trump in anticipation of the administration’s deployment of more than 100 federal agents in the Bay Area.
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There is a major delay system wide due to an equipment problem on the track in the Transbay Tube. There is no Red or Green Line service at this time. Trains are using one track and there is limited service through the Transbay Tube.
October 20, 2025 at 1:58 PM
There is a major delay system wide due to an equipment problem on the track in the Transbay Tube. There is no Red or Green Line service at this time. Trains are using one track and there is limited service through the Transbay Tube.
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BREAKING: The Governor signed our legislation to authorize a Bay Area regional funding ballot measure for transit.
SB 63 is critical to avoid massive service cuts at Muni, BART, Caltrain & other systems. We need to stabilize & modernize these systems for the Bay Area’s future.
SB 63 is critical to avoid massive service cuts at Muni, BART, Caltrain & other systems. We need to stabilize & modernize these systems for the Bay Area’s future.
October 13, 2025 at 11:35 PM
BREAKING: The Governor signed our legislation to authorize a Bay Area regional funding ballot measure for transit.
SB 63 is critical to avoid massive service cuts at Muni, BART, Caltrain & other systems. We need to stabilize & modernize these systems for the Bay Area’s future.
SB 63 is critical to avoid massive service cuts at Muni, BART, Caltrain & other systems. We need to stabilize & modernize these systems for the Bay Area’s future.
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SFMTA’s Potrero yard plan scales back: proposed 465 affordable homes atop the Mission bus yard largely scrapped. Instead, only ~100 affordable units will go up on Bryant Street. Budget shortfalls & construction costs are shaping the shift.📆 Read more: thevoicesf.org/affordable-h...
Affordable housing scaled back at Muni Potrero bus yard project - The Voice of San Francisco
A plan to include up to 465 affordable housing units on top of a new Muni bus yard in the Mission District is no longer happening in an effort to cut costs for the Potrero Yard Modernization Project. ...
thevoicesf.org
October 9, 2025 at 3:19 PM
SFMTA’s Potrero yard plan scales back: proposed 465 affordable homes atop the Mission bus yard largely scrapped. Instead, only ~100 affordable units will go up on Bryant Street. Budget shortfalls & construction costs are shaping the shift.📆 Read more: thevoicesf.org/affordable-h...
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UPDATE: Suspect in custody following Highway 24 shooting in East Bay, CHP says. nbcbay.com/krufeXw
October 10, 2025 at 1:00 AM
UPDATE: Suspect in custody following Highway 24 shooting in East Bay, CHP says. nbcbay.com/krufeXw
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California: while things are terrible, also not terrible
October 10, 2025 at 1:49 AM
California: while things are terrible, also not terrible
I'm at the SFMTA board meeting. A few highlights from Director of Transportation Julie Kirschbaum's report:
-the Potrero Yard Modernization Project has drastically changed with no housing units above the the new bus yard due given construction costs, interest rates, volatility of market.
-the Potrero Yard Modernization Project has drastically changed with no housing units above the the new bus yard due given construction costs, interest rates, volatility of market.
October 7, 2025 at 8:29 PM
I'm at the SFMTA board meeting. A few highlights from Director of Transportation Julie Kirschbaum's report:
-the Potrero Yard Modernization Project has drastically changed with no housing units above the the new bus yard due given construction costs, interest rates, volatility of market.
-the Potrero Yard Modernization Project has drastically changed with no housing units above the the new bus yard due given construction costs, interest rates, volatility of market.
Yikes
Burbank Airport air traffic control tower unmanned on Monday evening amid government shutdown
The air traffic tower at Burbank Airport is unmanned on Monday evening as air traffic controllers begin to call out in greater numbers due to the government shutdown.
abc7.com
October 7, 2025 at 1:32 AM
Yikes
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Celebrated Mid-Autumn Festival (Moon Festival) by making red bean mooncakes with my big sis @anuong.bsky.social!! 😊🥮🌕
October 7, 2025 at 12:54 AM
Celebrated Mid-Autumn Festival (Moon Festival) by making red bean mooncakes with my big sis @anuong.bsky.social!! 😊🥮🌕
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A pedestrian was killed early Saturday in a hit-and-run in San Francisco’s Bernal Heights neighborhood, hours after another crash near Buena Vista Park.
Second San Francisco hit-and-run in 24 hours leaves one dead
A pedestrian was killed early Saturday in a hit-and-run in San Francisco’s Bernal Heights neighborhood, hours after another crash near Buena Vista Park.
bit.ly
October 6, 2025 at 9:00 PM
A pedestrian was killed early Saturday in a hit-and-run in San Francisco’s Bernal Heights neighborhood, hours after another crash near Buena Vista Park.
So good. Missing it.
Why McDonald’s Hawai‘i Has the Only Fried Apple Pies in the Country
Everywhere else in the U.S., the apple pies at McDonald’s are baked.
www.honolulumagazine.com
October 3, 2025 at 9:12 PM
So good. Missing it.
Inside The Astronomical Society of the Pacific HQ Before It Leaves Ingleside
Astronomical Society Of The Pacific To Leave Ingleside
The 136-year-old astronomy education nonprofit organization is downsizing after nearly 40 years in the neighborhood.
www.inglesidelight.com
October 2, 2025 at 11:50 PM
Inside The Astronomical Society of the Pacific HQ Before It Leaves Ingleside
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🚍 Muni adds cleaning crews and onboard ambassadors to the 14-Mission route: Two-week pilot runs through Oct. 9, aiming to improve conditions on one of SF's busiest lines.
🔗 Read more:
👉 thevoicesf.org/muni-tests-c...
#SFMTA #14Mission #PublicTransit #SanFrancisco
🔗 Read more:
👉 thevoicesf.org/muni-tests-c...
#SFMTA #14Mission #PublicTransit #SanFrancisco
Muni tests cleaning crews, ambassadors on 14-Mission route to improve rider experience - The Voice of San Francisco
Muni riders on the 14-Mission could soon start seeing cleaner buses during their rides, or at least see a crew boarding to clean up a possible messy situation during revenue service. The San Francisco...
thevoicesf.org
September 30, 2025 at 5:03 PM
🚍 Muni adds cleaning crews and onboard ambassadors to the 14-Mission route: Two-week pilot runs through Oct. 9, aiming to improve conditions on one of SF's busiest lines.
🔗 Read more:
👉 thevoicesf.org/muni-tests-c...
#SFMTA #14Mission #PublicTransit #SanFrancisco
🔗 Read more:
👉 thevoicesf.org/muni-tests-c...
#SFMTA #14Mission #PublicTransit #SanFrancisco
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The incident comes at a time when Waymo has been vigorously promoting its safety records to build public trust with the still emerging driverless technology.
If a driverless Waymo commits a traffic violation, who gets the ticket?
The incident comes at a time when Waymo has been vigorously promoting its safety records to build public trust with the still emerging driverless technology.
bit.ly
September 30, 2025 at 1:00 AM
The incident comes at a time when Waymo has been vigorously promoting its safety records to build public trust with the still emerging driverless technology.
SFMTA Continues K-Ingleside Boarding Island Upgrades On Ocean Avenue
SFMTA To Upgrade 2 K-Ingleside Ocean Avenue Boarding Islands
Crews are set to lengthen two more boarding islands as part of the K Ingleside Rapid project.
www.inglesidelight.com
September 30, 2025 at 12:01 AM
SFMTA Continues K-Ingleside Boarding Island Upgrades On Ocean Avenue
Why another giant chicken was crossing the road in S.F.’s Richmond District
Gift article.
Gift article.
Why another giant chicken was crossing the road in S.F.’s Richmond District
Drivers who didn’t yield to a San Francisco police officer crossing a busy crosswalk in a giant chicken costume were pulled over Monday morning.
www.sfchronicle.com
September 29, 2025 at 9:51 PM
Why another giant chicken was crossing the road in S.F.’s Richmond District
Gift article.
Gift article.
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Some good #SamTrans news: ridership is at 99.5% of 2019 levels, despite a small decline in San Mateo County's population. This per a report to the Citizen's Advisory Committee to be given tonight.
September 24, 2025 at 6:54 PM
Some good #SamTrans news: ridership is at 99.5% of 2019 levels, despite a small decline in San Mateo County's population. This per a report to the Citizen's Advisory Committee to be given tonight.
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San Francisco ramps up enforcement against dirt bikers abusing city streets — SFPD has made arrests, seized stolen bikes & ATVs, and is using drones, cameras & license-plate readers to crack down. Mayor Lurie and others vow tougher penalties ahead.
thevoicesf.org/sfpd-targets...
thevoicesf.org/sfpd-targets...
SFPD targets dirt bikers with arrests and seized vehicles - The Voice of San Francisco
San Francisco officials are taking steps to prevent dirt bikers from driving through the city’s streets at high speeds and performing stunt driving maneuvers. Interim Police Chief Paul Yep announced ...
thevoicesf.org
September 23, 2025 at 3:03 PM
San Francisco ramps up enforcement against dirt bikers abusing city streets — SFPD has made arrests, seized stolen bikes & ATVs, and is using drones, cameras & license-plate readers to crack down. Mayor Lurie and others vow tougher penalties ahead.
thevoicesf.org/sfpd-targets...
thevoicesf.org/sfpd-targets...
Just In: S.F. Rec and Park GM Phil Ginsburg is leaving at the end of the year. The department said Ginsburg is joining the Resources Legacy Fund as its next president.
September 22, 2025 at 7:04 PM
Just In: S.F. Rec and Park GM Phil Ginsburg is leaving at the end of the year. The department said Ginsburg is joining the Resources Legacy Fund as its next president.
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The San Francisco Public Press is delighted to welcome San Francisco journalist Cami Dominguez as a California Local News Fellow.
A 2025 graduate of San Francisco State University, Cami previously reported for KQED News and El Tecolote.
www.sfpublicpress.org/public-press...
A 2025 graduate of San Francisco State University, Cami previously reported for KQED News and El Tecolote.
www.sfpublicpress.org/public-press...
California Local News Fellow Cami Dominguez Joins Public Press
Cami will report on San Francisco’s Latino communities and bring attention to perspectives that are crucial to the fabric of city life.
www.sfpublicpress.org
September 22, 2025 at 6:02 PM
The San Francisco Public Press is delighted to welcome San Francisco journalist Cami Dominguez as a California Local News Fellow.
A 2025 graduate of San Francisco State University, Cami previously reported for KQED News and El Tecolote.
www.sfpublicpress.org/public-press...
A 2025 graduate of San Francisco State University, Cami previously reported for KQED News and El Tecolote.
www.sfpublicpress.org/public-press...
Developer Sells Historic El Rey Theater To Local Church Group
San Francisco's El Rey Theater Sold To Church Group
The Father's House SF bought Ingleside's Art Deco movie palace from Optimal Partners, which had struggled to build apartments on the property.
www.inglesidelight.com
September 22, 2025 at 2:51 PM
Developer Sells Historic El Rey Theater To Local Church Group
Supervisors approve new traffic safety plan with deadlines for city departments
Supervisors approve new traffic safety plan with deadlines for city departments - The Voice of San Francisco
After San Francisco’s policy on traffic safety expired at the end of 2024, city supervisors on Tuesday adopted a new plan to curb traffic fatalities and injuries on city streets. The Board of Supervis...
thevoicesf.org
September 18, 2025 at 7:10 PM
Supervisors approve new traffic safety plan with deadlines for city departments
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@myrnamelgard7.bsky.social steps up to highlight the upcoming SF Good Neighbor Week, organized by Julia Gitis.
Glad she mentioned it! We'll be holding a FREE lunchtime listening session to hear your thoughts on SF's streets and transit. Wed Oct 1 at Manny's on Valencia. More details soon!
Glad she mentioned it! We'll be holding a FREE lunchtime listening session to hear your thoughts on SF's streets and transit. Wed Oct 1 at Manny's on Valencia. More details soon!
September 16, 2025 at 9:45 PM
@myrnamelgard7.bsky.social steps up to highlight the upcoming SF Good Neighbor Week, organized by Julia Gitis.
Glad she mentioned it! We'll be holding a FREE lunchtime listening session to hear your thoughts on SF's streets and transit. Wed Oct 1 at Manny's on Valencia. More details soon!
Glad she mentioned it! We'll be holding a FREE lunchtime listening session to hear your thoughts on SF's streets and transit. Wed Oct 1 at Manny's on Valencia. More details soon!
The SFMTA Board of Director's board meeting is happening now. First up is Chief of Staff Judson True who is providing the board an update on the transit revenue measure (SB 63) and a state loan to Bay Area transit agencies.
September 16, 2025 at 8:16 PM
The SFMTA Board of Director's board meeting is happening now. First up is Chief of Staff Judson True who is providing the board an update on the transit revenue measure (SB 63) and a state loan to Bay Area transit agencies.
Bay Area transit funding measure moves closer to ballot
Bay Area transit funding measure moves closer to ballot - The Voice of San Francisco
Bay Area voters could soon be asked to vote on a sales tax measure to fund Bay Area transit systems, including BART and Muni, after state lawmakers on Friday passed a state bill. Gov. Gavin Newsom has...
thevoicesf.org
September 16, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Bay Area transit funding measure moves closer to ballot