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If you think traffic’s a problem now, it could get much worse as San Francisco absorbs more cars—especially the next influx of autonomous vehicles. We spoke to experts about the potential impact of driverless cars on public transportation, congestion, and safety.

It’s been a heavy week in world news, and you may have missed the announcement from Santiago Lerma, Hillary Ronen’s aide, that he’s not going to run for D9 supervisor next year. Joe Eskenazi analyzes the crowded field still left.

More soon,

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Autonomous vehicles threaten to worsen congestion, experts say

“A considerable threat to the humanity of our streets.”

Santiago Lerma

Santiago Lerma confirms he won’t run for D9 seat

“It’s a bummer. But I’ll still be here making noise.”


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By Walter Mackins

Volunteer and author of the daily newsletter. I'm a writer who’s covered wars, politics, and religion. I’ve lived in the Mission for over 30 years, and have appreciated the work of Mission Local since it began.