Congressman Mark DeSaulnier secured over $166 million to upgrade the I-680 corridor in Contra Costa County, aiming to reduce congestion and improve air quality.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Caltrans is upgrading the median barrier and adding safety lighting to I-80 from Alameda to the Carquinez Bridge, aiming to enhance nighttime driving safety.

The W. Estudillo Ave entrance at San Leandro BART station will be closed from September 9 for sidewalk and safety improvements, causing detours for six weeks.

Oakland Airport's Terminal 2 completed a sustainable ceiling tile replacement project, recycling over 68,301 sq ft of material and reducing landfill waste, highlighting the airport's environmental commitment.

The Port of Oakland reports a significant increase in shore power usage for docked ships in the first half of 2024, achieving a 94% rate, with efforts to expand access through mobile outlets ongoing.

AC Transit starts automated bus stop parking enforcement with warnings, turning into $110 fines from October 7, using AI cameras developed by Hayden AI.

BART has rescheduled its August track shutdown to September 21-22, affecting the Rockridge, MacArthur, and 19th Street stations. The delay allows for improvements in the Berkeley Hills Tunnel and riders may face 10-minute delays.

Oakland Airport is launching construction on 16 new retail stores, including local and duty-free shops, reflecting the area's culture and benefiting travelers and community businesses.