Imagine a wonderful, delicious future in which the 38-Geary runs as smoothly and quickly as a train; speeding along in its own lanes without squidging in and out of traffic. Oh what a dream! And it's not so far-off: planning is well underway on a Bus Rapid Transit system that'll feature "fancy new buses, dedicated lanes, timed signals, more parking, and a safer and more beautiful walking environment, with pre-paid boarding and new stations!" more ›

Rescue Muni's handy new blog reminds us that Tuesday's TA meeting will tackle the topic of dedicated bus lanes on Geary. That includes opportunities for public comments, which are always well-reasoned and insightful. Bus lanes (or Bus Rapid Transit, as nerds call them) would speed up everyone's commutes: no more pulling in and out of traffic means faster buses, faster cars, and a 25% rise in bus ridership according to a recent study. That means more people can get to and from the Richmond; a good thing for everyone. more ›

That long-talked about Bus Rapid Transit system that was someday to go in effect on Geary Street is finally in effect. Kick off date was last Thursday. more ›

The San Francisco County Transportation Authority unveiled plans recently to help speed up the MUNI bus routes on Van Ness street, part of their Bus Rapid Transit plan. As part of that plan, they are also talking about setting up a system that will let actual riders get actual times of actual buses arriving at actual bus stops. Now how about that? more ›

The Examiner reports on something that seems like perfect fodder for the good old ChronicleWatch (SFist Rita, when can we see another ChronicleWatch Watch? We loved that feature!): Apparently, the streetlights all along Van Ness are consistently broken, and little action has been taken to repair them. more ›