Thursday Morning What's Up Waymos to Hit Market Street Next Week

Waymo vehicles and Uber and Lyft black cars will return to Market Street below 10th Street on Tuesday, operating during off-peak hours as part of a pilot program. This change comes after Mayor Daniel Lurie's decision to reverse a previous fully car-free policy, which had been in place to enhance pedestrian safety. In a separate incident, a San Jose bus driver was attacked by a man wielding a kitchen knife following a dispute over the stop-request cord, sustaining three slashes before the assailant fled and was later apprehended. Additionally, a bank teller in Alameda prevented a robbery by not complying with a suspect's demands, resulting in the robber leaving without any money. These events underscore the challenges of maintaining public safety amid changing transportation policies.

The incidents also reflect broader issues of crime and safety in urban areas. Local officials may need to address these rising concerns through enhanced safety measures and community engagement.