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.
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.
Construction Begins on Major Interchange Upgrade at US 101 and SR 25 in Gilroy to Ease Traffic Congestion
Local leaders have launched a project to upgrade the US 101/SR 25 interchange in Gilroy, aiming to ease congestion and improve travel in Santa Clara and San Benito Counties.
Caltrain Announces Service Adjustments at Tamien Station in San Jose for Maintenance Work on May 16-17
Caltrain is reducing service at Tamien Station on May 16-17 for maintenance work, with free bus service between Diridon and Tamien stations to mitigate impact.
VTA Launches Discounted $1 Transit Fare for Military Veterans in Santa Clara County
VTA will launch a 6-month Veteran's Fare Pilot Program on May 12th, offering military vets rides for $1.00. Eligibility requires proof of veteran status and tickets must be purchased via the Token Transit Mobile App.
VTA Secures New Contracts with Three Unions, Negotiations Continue with ATU Local 265 in San José
VTA has ratified contracts with three smaller unions but still negotiates with the largest representing frontline workers. The deals include a 14.5% wage increase and better benefits.
Appellate Court Upholds Injunction, Ends VTA Strike in Santa Clara County
An appellate court upheld a ruling bringing VTA strikers back to work, ending a two and a half week disruption in Santa Clara County's public transit. The ATU's petition to continue the strike was denied.
Palo Alto Commuters Alert: Embarcadero Road Faces 6-Week Delays Due to Gas Main Upgrades
Gas main replacements on Palo Alto's Embarcadero Road may cause six-week delays, with work conducted weekdays, impacting traffic and delaying bike lane installations.
Major Overhaul for Gilroy Interchange: Permanent Road Closures and New Off-Ramp Coming to U.S. 101 and SR 25
Gilroy's US 101 and SR 25 interchange is getting a revamp starting April 16, with road closures and a new southbound off-ramp to enhance traffic flow and safety.
Santa Clara: VTA Buses Resume After Court-Ordered Strike Pause, Light Rail Service Delayed Amid Negotiation Uncertainty
VTA buses in the South Bay resumed after a strike was halted by court order, while light rail service remains delayed due to track inspections and copper wire theft. Contract negotiations' resumption remains uncertain.
San Mateo Board of Supervisors to Review $10.3M BART System Upgrade Proposal
San Mateo County Board of Supervisors plans a meeting to potentially allocate $10.3 million to upgrade BART fare gates as part of a $90 million network-wide project.
Santa Clara County Judge Orders Striking VTA Employees to Return to Work, Aims to Restore Public Transit Services
Judge orders striking VTA workers in Santa Clara County to return to work, aiming to end service disruptions and urging both sides to continue negotiations.