BART's Silicon Valley Extension on Schedule and Budget, Aims to Transform San Jose Infrastructure and Address Blight
San Jose's BART Silicon Valley extension is on schedule and budget, with significant progress on construction for a 2028 start, and encompasses urban renewal efforts, including the demolition of a blighted building.
San Mateo County BART Stations to Get $12 Million Upgrade in Station Glow-Up Strategy
BART earmarks $12M for San Mateo County station improvements, including LED lighting, roof repairs, and station cleanups, to enhance rider experience and station functionality.
Decades After 101 Split The City, East Palo Alto Finally Gets Its Bridge
A new 12-foot pedestrian-and-bike bridge now spans U.S. 101 at University Avenue, reconnecting East Palo Alto's west and east sides with safer ramps, lights and landscaping.
False Fire Alarm Prompts Evacuation and Delays at San Jose Airport
A false fire alarm at San Jose Mineta International Airport's Terminal B caused an evacuation and delays for 15 flights, with one cancellation. Operations resumed by 9:30 p.m.
Alma Crossing Tragedy Stuns Palo Alto As Caltrain Keeps Quiet
A person was struck and killed by a Caltrain at the Alma Street crossing in Palo Alto; Caltrain withheld details and the county coroner is expected to identify the victim this week.
Waymo Robotaxis Hit Bay Area Freeways Without Human Drivers
Waymo expands its self-driving service in the Bay Area to include freeway driving and reaches San Jose, offering early access to selected users and aiming for safety in autonomous travel.
Archer Aviation Acquires Hawthorne Municipal Airport, Paving the Way for LA Air Taxi Service Amid Local Concerns
Archer Aviation acquires a ground lease at Hawthorne Municipal Airport, planning to make it a hub for its electric air-taxi service, amidst mixed reactions from locals and an increase in its stock value.
Caltrain Warns Bay Area Riders Of Massive Service Cuts
Caltrain’s new scenario planning lays out possible elimination of weekend service, hourly trains, early shutdowns and the closure of many stations if funding gaps persist.
NHTSA Probes Waymo Over Self-Driving Vehicle Incident with School Bus in Atlanta
The NHTSA is investigating Waymo after a robotaxi bypassed a stopped school bus, questioning its self-driving software's response to such situations. Waymo insists on prioritizing safety despite challenges.
$46.7M SR-1 Roadway Rehabilitation Project to Enhance Safety and Accessibility in Moss Beach and Half Moon Bay
Caltrans is starting a $46.7 million project to repave SR-1 and improve accessibility near Moss Beach and Half Moon Bay, including adding curb ramps and Class II bike lanes.
SamTrans Adopts New Passenger Suspension Policy to Enhance Safety on Public Transit
SamTrans has implemented a Passenger Suspension Policy to address unsafe behavior, adding enforcement to its Code of Conduct with options like removal and restraining orders for serious offenses.












