Caltrain Named America's Fastest-Growing Transit Agency After Electric Train Launch Spurs Ridership Surge
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 Seeks Public's Help in Naming New Festive Vehicle Wraps for Holiday Cheer on San Francisco Routes
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.
BART's Silicon Valley Extension on Schedule and Budget, Aims to Transform San Jose Infrastructure and Address Blight
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.
Bay Area Ferries Set Sail Toward Future with Fleet Overhaul and Green Technology Advances
Bay Area ferry systems are enhancing their fleets, with over $118 million allocated for new high-speed ferries and modern upgrades, including electric, zero-emission vessels, improved amenities, and a focus on green transportation.
Bay Area Commuters Face Major Delays as BART Works to Resolve Power Issue in San Francisco
BART experienced major delays due to a power issue, with disrupted services on multiple lines affecting Bay Area commuters. Crews addressed the problem, service was gradually restored, and BART advised patience during recovery.
San Mateo County BART Stations to Get $12 Million Upgrade in Station Glow-Up Strategy
BART earmarks $12M for San Mateo County station improvements, including LED lighting, roof repairs, and station cleanups, to enhance rider experience and station functionality.
Trauma Surgeon Says Waymo Data Proves Robotaxis Save Lives—Despite Dead Pets and School Bus Violations
A doctor who treats car crash victims spent weeks analyzing Waymo's safety data and concluded the company's robotaxis are so much safer than human drivers that blocking them is unethical. His timing is remarkable: the op-ed dropped the same week federal regulators opened an investigation into Waymo vehicles repeatedly blowing past stopped school buses full of children.
California DMV Proposes Regulations to Permit Driverless Trucks on Highways by 2026 Amid Teamsters' Opposition
California is set to revise its DMV rules to allow testing and deployment of driverless trucks on highways, potentially starting 2026, amidst debate between tech companies and the Teamsters Union.
Decades After 101 Split The City, East Palo Alto Finally Gets Its Bridge
A new 12-foot pedestrian-and-bike bridge now spans U.S. 101 at University Avenue, reconnecting East Palo Alto's west and east sides with safer ramps, lights and landscaping.
Waymo Robotaxi Runs Over Dog in Western Addition, Rekindling Fury Over KitKat’s Death
A Waymo robotaxi struck a small, unleashed dog at Scott and Eddy on Sunday night. The rider's Reddit post and a 311 complaint have renewed scrutiny after the KitKat cat death.
Bay Area Bridge Tolls to Rise: 50-Cent Increase Set for 2026, More Hikes Planned Through 2030
Bay Area bridge tolls will increase by 50 cents starting January 1, 2026, with additional hikes planned until 2030 for maintenance and operation funding.












