SFMTA staff proposed small meter hikes, a credit‑card surcharge and fare tweaks as the agency confronts a $300M+ gap. Some non‑safety parking fines would actually be lowered.

A towed car flew off I‑580 in Castro Valley on Tuesday, landing on BART tracks and halting Blue Line service. Crews used a crane to clear the vehicle and trains ran on a single track with major delays.

The California Transportation Commission allocated $28.48M to replace the century‑old "Green Bridge" at Point Reyes Station, pushing the Lagunitas Creek replacement toward construction in 2026.

OAK's Guest Pass lets non‑fliers go past security to meet travelers or shop in post‑security terminals. Approvals are digital and TSA‑reviewed.

Bay Lights 360 will relight the Bay Bridge next March with 50,000 LEDs and broader visibility across the Bay.

November data shows a 11.6% increase in BART ridership, with over 4.4 million trips, boosted by new fare programs and peaks in airport and weekend travel. However, BART faces a $375 million budget gap despite the rise.

Oakland enforces parking meters on Sundays from noon to 6 p.m. to improve space turnover and support local businesses. The initial 30-day period will include warnings before fines are issued.

New Express Lanes on Interstate 80 in Solano County, between Red Top Road and Interstate 505, open for commuters with variable toll pricing and FasTrak® access.

Caltrans will shift eastbound I‑80 traffic onto a new bridge span near Lake Spaulding this week; lane reductions and 30‑minute delays are likely through Dec. 19.

BART fares in the Bay Area will increase by 6.2% in 2026 due to inflation and operational costs, aiming to raise $15.6 million despite cost-control efforts.

Caltrain was named the fastest-growing transit agency in America by APTA due to its new electric trains, which improved service and doubled weekend ridership.

SFMTA invites public to name festive vehicle wraps, with suggestions to be shared on social media, and introduces a Merry Days tracker for holiday-decorated buses and trains on select routes.

San Jose's BART Silicon Valley extension is on schedule and budget, with significant progress on construction for a 2028 start, and encompasses urban renewal efforts, including the demolition of a blighted building.