Waymo Expands Autonomous Taxi Service to More Areas in San Francisco and Los Angeles
Waymo expands its autonomous vehicle service in California, adding areas in Palo Alto, Menlo Park, and parts of San Francisco and Los Angeles. The expansion includes strategic locations near airports, though airport services are not yet offered.
Oakland International Airport Launches "La Bahía" Campaign to Boost Travel Demand from Mexico
Oakland International Airport launched a digital campaign called "La Bahía" to boost travel from Mexico, partnering with Visit Oakland and Visit Berkeley to advertise on social media and target three Mexican cities.
AC Transit Adopts Balanced Budget for FY 2025-26; Foresees Future Shortfall Without Cuts or Layoffs
AC Transit's Board approves a budget to retain 85% bus services, without immediate cuts or layoffs. Fare increases are planned for 2025/26, and a bus network realignment is set for August. Future challenges loom with expected funding shortfalls.
Weekend Traffic Alert: Highway 101 in Santa Rosa Faces Closures for Overcrossing Project
Caltrans warns Santa Rosa commuters of weekend Highway 101 closures at Hearn Avenue for overcrossing replacement, with detours via Yolanda and Baker Avenues.
BART Passes Balanced Budget for 2026, Avoids Cuts with Strategic Funding and Fare Increase in the Bay Area
BART has balanced its FY26 budget using emergency funds and a fare increase, while focusing on service improvements and long-term infrastructure investments, despite an expected deficit in FY27.
Caltrain Approves $260M Operating Budget, Maintains Service Amid Ridership Surge, Faces Future Fiscal Challenges
The Caltrain Board of Directors approved the operating and capital budgets for Fiscal Year 2026, outlining financial plans and addressing a future funding shortfall.
Fairfield Police to Enforce New Crosswalk Safety Law CVC 22500(n) Starting July 5
Fairfield Police to enforce new CVC rules for parking near crosswalks to improve pedestrian safety starting July 5, with a pre-enforcement grace period.
SMART to Receive $81 Million Boost for Rail Service Extension in Sonoma County
SMART District is set to receive $81 million from California to extend rail service into northern Sonoma County, including a zero-emission locomotive, with additional funding to support this project and the creation of a non-motorized pathway.
Coldplay Concerts at Stanford Stadium Boost Caltrain Services in Palo Alto
Caltrain is ready to serve Coldplay concertgoers in Palo Alto with staff assistance but no additional train services. Attendees are advised to plan for traffic and buy tickets in advance.
Bay Area's Clipper START Program Goes Permanent, Halving Transit Fares for Lower-Income Riders
The MTC has made the Clipper START program, offering a 50% fare discount to lower-income adults, a permanent fixture across 21 transit agencies after a successful pilot phase.
United Flight from Beijing to San Francisco Aborts Takeoff Due to Engine Issue, Passengers Safely Deplane
A United flight from Beijing to San Francisco aborted takeoff due to an engine issue; passengers deplaned safely and were rescheduled for a new flight.












