What if Transit Ballot Measures Fail? Plus, Solar Panels Built Over Irrigation Canals and a Valkyries Playoff Preview
The team discusses public transit ballot measures, solar panels built over canals, and the Valkyries.
Traffic is rerouted from I-80 eastbound to U.S. 101 as Caltrans performs construction in San Francisco on Saturday, April 18, 2026. Throughout the weekend, Caltrans is repairing viaducts and performing necessary repairs, prompting a stretch of I-80 to be closed until early Monday morning. (Juliana Yamada for KQED)
In this edition of The Bay’s monthly news roundup, we discuss a new report that found traffic delays could double if voters reject two public transit-related ballot measures. We also discuss a pilot program that builds solar panels over irrigation canals and preview the Golden State Valkyries return to the playoffs. Plus, we say goodbye to The Bay’s senior editor, Alan Montecillo.
Links:
- Bay Bridge Traffic Delays Would Double if Transit Tax Measures Fail, Report Finds (KQED)
- Here’s What California Is Learning From Solar Panels Built Over Irrigation Canals (KQED)
- The Valkyries aren’t just an impressive expansion team. This is an all-time season (SF Standard)
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