The SF Bay Ferry received an $11 million grant for the nation's first high-speed electric ferries, part of the Rapid Electric Emission-Free Ferry Program, projected to modernize and reduce emissions in urban transport.

The Newark Days Parade, part of Newark, California's four-day birthday bash, includes a parade, carnival, and arts fair. Road closures and parking rules for the September 21, 2024, event have been announced.

Caltrain celebrates its electrification with a party and free rides between San Francisco and San Jose, including festivities with live music and food trucks. The new electric trains boast amenities like Wi-Fi and improved comfort.

Southbound I-680 in Pleasanton will be closed for a pavement project from September 20-23, affecting routes between Alcosta Blvd and the I-580/I-680 connector. Detours are advised.

Marin County's DPW plans a five-year, $87 million road improvement project starting in 2025 to address 199 miles of pavement, with funding from various sources and focus on racial equity.

SamTrans will offer free fares on September 16 to mark Rider Appreciation Day and promote its Reimagine SamTrans initiative, following its APTA 2024 award win.

Sonoma County approves the construction of a new permanent bridge over the Russian River, replacing a temporary seasonal bridge for better safety and access.

BART's planned September track shutdown between Rockridge, MacArthur, and 19th Street stations has been postponed to October to minimize rider impact and improve work efficiency.

Alameda receives a $16 million federal grant for safety improvements on a major city corridor, with construction expected to start in 2026, as part of the SS4A program under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.

SamTrans experienced a significant reduction in bus services due to a sick-out by 30% of its drivers, affecting commuters in San Mateo County, although school and paratransit services remain unaffected.

Lyft is restructuring its bikes and scooters division, now Lyft Urban Solutions, laying off 1% of staff and expecting to incur $34-$46 million in charges while projecting a $20 million increase in annualized adjusted EBITDA by 2025.

San Francisco's Van Ness Avenue BRT project receives ITDP Silver designation for its rapid, safe transit service, surpassing pre-pandemic ridership levels.

Berkeley drivers will face temporary night closures on Gilman Street at I-80 on September 3-4 for construction, with detours via 2nd, 4th, Cedar Street, and Eastshore Highway.