Phase 2 of Oakland’s 4.5‑mile perimeter dike is nearing finish, with cement deep soil mixing used to shore up a key stretch of the Bay‑side levee. The upgrades aim to protect runways, cargo flows and emergency response from seismic and tidal threats.

Oakland says repairs to a damaged pavement base and utility conflicts have pushed the Lakeshore protected bikeway into spring 2027, frustrating advocates and the Correia family.

A Danville e‑motor seizure underscores how motorcycle‑grade electric machines are pushing safety limits on the Iron Horse Regional Trail. Lawmakers and police are responding.

The California Transportation Commission approved roughly $540M to fund zero‑emission transit, Bay Bridge work and dozens of local walking‑and‑biking projects statewide.

BART adjusted parking fees at seven Bay Area stations — a steep jump at West Oakland stands out — as the agency leans on demand‑based pricing amid a budget crunch.

A FAA ground delay program tied to low cloud ceilings throttled San Francisco International on Friday, producing widespread delays and disrupting hundreds of flights.

BART announced a bus-to-BART transfer discount but warns riders must use the same card or device to tap in and out or face a $7.55 penalty. Practical tips inside.

BART Police shared photos of a multi‑agency emergency drill at Bay Fair as the system gears up for FIFA World Cup crowds. Agencies practiced crowd control and radiation detection.

Oxford Economics and port data show global goods trade cooling to roughly half 2025's pace, and Port of Oakland figures show the effects are already local.

Meekland Avenue will be closed at the San Lorenzo Creek bridge from June 8, 2026 to April 23, 2027 for a full replacement. Local access and emergency routes will be maintained.

Two northbound lanes of 19th Avenue will be closed this weekend for repaving; expect Muni detours and longer trips. State debit cards and several other headlines topped ABC7's roundup.

Record imports of overseas gasoline — including product refined from Russian crude — eased supply strains this spring but deepened scrutiny of California’s shrinking refinery base.

Caltrans announced plans to add 1,656 electric vehicles to its state fleet, pushing a major shift in how crews operate across California.