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Waymo Vehicle Kills Beloved Bodega Cat, Sparks Outrage

11/15/2025

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Kit Kat, a San Francisco bodega cat, was killed by a Waymo vehicle on October 27.
The incident sparked memorials and calls for greater regulation of self-driving cars.
Waymo says its vehicles are safer than human drivers, while critics cite accountability concerns.
City Supervisor Jackie Fielder seeks local control over autonomous-vehicle operations.
Despite controversy, Waymo's services have gained popularity, and support among San Francisco voters has risen.

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Story summary

Kit Kat, a San Francisco bodega cat, was killed by a Waymo vehicle on October 27.
The incident sparked memorials and calls for greater regulation of self-driving cars.
Waymo says its vehicles are safer than human drivers, while critics cite accountability concerns.
City Supervisor Jackie Fielder seeks local control over autonomous-vehicle operations.
Despite controversy, Waymo's services have gained popularity, and support among San Francisco voters has risen.