San Mateo property owners pass a new fee to enhance flood defenses, with 51.78% voting in favor, which could add $96 to annual property tax bills for single-family homes.

The MnDOT addresses transport equity, trials technology for stronger pavement, revises speed limits for safety, and seeks a communications student for their team.

Metra is consolidating its fare zones and closing ticket windows, shifting to Ventra app and machines, while also introducing a reduced fare program, Access, for SNAP households.

Los Peñasquitos Ranger District has closed its trails due to heavy rain, citing safety and environmental concerns. The closures affect areas including Los Peñasquitos Canyon and Carmel Mountain, with the return date dependent on trail conditions.

A barn find in Wisconsin yielded a 1981 DeLorean DMC-12, a model famous from "Back to the Future," with just 977 miles. The car, now owned by DeLorean Midwest, will be restored despite its current poor condition.

Houston's I-45 is set for a $9.7 billion overhaul starting in 2024 and ending in 2042, aimed at easing traffic but causing disruption and displacement.

Long Beach Airport begins improvements on Jan 8, 2024, with a $16.6 million project to enhance traffic flow and ADA facilities, minimizing impact by working at night.

San Bruno is temporarily closing a section of Crystal Springs Road this week for undisclosed reasons, with posted detours and a reminder to drive cautiously.

San Diego's Transportation Department is fixing damaged sidewalks in Logan Heights and City Heights, targeting 478 problem spots due to tree roots and upgrading for accessibility.

Austin-Travis County EMS combats a critical shortage of emergency medical staff, with vacancy rates peaking over 20%. Efforts to stabilize include graduating new cadets and addressing the high cost of living for potential recruits.

San Diego International ranked 12th globally for on-time flights, with Minneapolis–Saint Paul rated the most punctual, per Cirium's report. Delta and American excelled in this area during a busy travel season.

The San Ysidro PedWest border crossing is reopening for pedestrians, which may reduce wait times at the PedEast alternative. U.S. Customs and Border Protection emphasizes security, and the reopening follows multiple closures of the site.

Amtrak is seeking public input on redesigning Chicago Union Station's concourse to modernize amenities and improve the travel experience, with $93 million in federal funds already secured for the upgrades.