Highway 101 commute hours shortened in Marin and Sonoma counties
It took only six months for driver frustration over expanded commute-hour lane restrictions, on a major commuter highway, to boil over, leading to a grass-roots movement to shorten them.
It took only six months for driver frustration over expanded commute-hour lane restrictions, on a major commuter highway, to boil over, leading to a grass-roots movement to shorten them.
Caltrans worker hit, killed by truck on Highway 4 in Martinez
Khorram was a construction inspector with Caltrans, based at the agency's Concord office.
Khorram was a construction inspector with Caltrans, based at the agency's Concord office.
Caltrans investigating alleged booze-filled retirement party with stripper
KSBW first reported that the on-duty party took place at the Caltrans yard on Garden Road. The outlet said 10 employees involved received termination notices, and two others were issued suspension notices.
KSBW first reported that the on-duty party took place at the Caltrans yard on Garden Road. The outlet said 10 employees involved received termination notices, and two others were issued suspension notices.
Broken concrete forces emergency repairs on Richmond-San Rafael Bridge
Caltrans maintenance crews discovered concrete breaking away on the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge on Monday, prompting the closure of several lanes.
Caltrans maintenance crews discovered concrete breaking away on the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge on Monday, prompting the closure of several lanes.
Both drivers killed in Livermore crash
Police in Livermore say two drivers were killed after vehicles they were in collided on Monday morning.
Police in Livermore say two drivers were killed after vehicles they were in collided on Monday morning.
CALTRANS studying I-580 Truck Ban and Pollution Impact
Greg Nudd, Bay Area Air District?s Deputy Executive Officer of Science & Policy explains I-580 truck ban and pollution impact study launched by Caltrans.
Greg Nudd, Bay Area Air District?s Deputy Executive Officer of Science & Policy explains I-580 truck ban and pollution impact study launched by Caltrans.
Multiple crashes, spin-outs shutdown Westbound I-80 at Donner Lake Interchange
Winter is getting the last laugh on drivers heading back from the Sierra-Tahoe area. Multiple crashes and spin-outs were reported Monday on Interstate 80 at the Donner Summit.
Winter is getting the last laugh on drivers heading back from the Sierra-Tahoe area. Multiple crashes and spin-outs were reported Monday on Interstate 80 at the Donner Summit.
Highway 101 reopens all lanes after day-long repair following truck accident
Around 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, Caltrans crews reopened all southbound lanes of Highway 101 near Sierra Point. This, after the driver of a 53-foot long truck crashed in the pre-dawn darkness, blocking three lanes and causing damage to nearby Caltrain electrical wires.
Around 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, Caltrans crews reopened all southbound lanes of Highway 101 near Sierra Point. This, after the driver of a 53-foot long truck crashed in the pre-dawn darkness, blocking three lanes and causing damage to nearby Caltrain electrical wires.
Flooding leads to road closures in North Bay with more rain possible
Caltrans is preparing for more rain to soak the North Bay after up to three inches fell over parts of Sonoma County on Friday, according to the National Weather Service.
Caltrans is preparing for more rain to soak the North Bay after up to three inches fell over parts of Sonoma County on Friday, according to the National Weather Service.
Driver dies after crashing into Caltrans truck at construction site: CHP
A man is dead after crashing into a Caltrans truck Saturday morning in Redwood City, according to the California Highway Patrol.
A man is dead after crashing into a Caltrans truck Saturday morning in Redwood City, according to the California Highway Patrol.
Homeless family's Día De Los Muertos altar to be torn down by Caltrans
CalTrans has plans to tear down a Dia de los Muertos altar built by an unhoused man and his son in San Jose, and the family is asking for the community's help.
CalTrans has plans to tear down a Dia de los Muertos altar built by an unhoused man and his son in San Jose, and the family is asking for the community's help.
Regent's Slide excavation work temporarily halted in Monterey County
Caltrans says it is temporarily halting excavation work on Regent's Slide - Highway 1 in Monterey County due to slide activity.
Caltrans says it is temporarily halting excavation work on Regent's Slide - Highway 1 in Monterey County due to slide activity.
Caltrans faulted by Inspector General for neglecting safety inspections in LA freeway fire
Caltrans failed to address multiple safety concerns that may have led to the massive fire that destroyed a portion of the 10 Freeway in November, according to a new report from the California Office of Inspector General.
Caltrans failed to address multiple safety concerns that may have led to the massive fire that destroyed a portion of the 10 Freeway in November, according to a new report from the California Office of Inspector General.
Hundreds show up for funeral of Half Moon Bay mayor's son
Hundreds of people gathered to support Half Moon Bay Mayor Joaquin Jimenez and his family Wednesday, as they prepared to bury their son Joaquin Dominik Jimenez Alvarado, 28, a popular community figure and leader of a motorcycle group who was well-loved by many in the small, close-knit city.
Hundreds of people gathered to support Half Moon Bay Mayor Joaquin Jimenez and his family Wednesday, as they prepared to bury their son Joaquin Dominik Jimenez Alvarado, 28, a popular community figure and leader of a motorcycle group who was well-loved by many in the small, close-knit city.
Big Sur's Highway 1 to reopen after road collapse
A closed portion of scenic Highway 1 in Big Sur is set to reopen on Friday, according to Gov. Gavin Newsom.
A closed portion of scenic Highway 1 in Big Sur is set to reopen on Friday, according to Gov. Gavin Newsom.
I-680 to close during weekend, backups expected
Drivers in the East Bay, take note: a stretch of southbound I-680 is shutting down for the weekend for road repairs from 9 p.m. on Friday through 4 a.m. on Monday. The closure stretches from Pleasanton to Sunol, and Caltrans is warning about potentially lengthy delays if you get caught up in the detours.
Drivers in the East Bay, take note: a stretch of southbound I-680 is shutting down for the weekend for road repairs from 9 p.m. on Friday through 4 a.m. on Monday. The closure stretches from Pleasanton to Sunol, and Caltrans is warning about potentially lengthy delays if you get caught up in the detours.
State Highway 37 to be closed for repairs in alternate directions
State Highway 37 will be closed between Vallejo and Sears Point in alternate directions starting this weekend for major pavement repairs, Caltrans said Friday.
State Highway 37 will be closed between Vallejo and Sears Point in alternate directions starting this weekend for major pavement repairs, Caltrans said Friday.
Highway 1 repair work progressing since March storm damage
Initial repairs to state Highway 1 south of Rocky Creek Bridge in Monterey County should be done by Memorial Day, allowing alternating one-way traffic through the area, Caltrans officials said Friday.
Initial repairs to state Highway 1 south of Rocky Creek Bridge in Monterey County should be done by Memorial Day, allowing alternating one-way traffic through the area, Caltrans officials said Friday.
Highway 1 repairs underway in Big Sur
Repairs are now underway on Highway 1 in Monterey County after the roadway was largely closed when a strong storm hit last month.
Repairs are now underway on Highway 1 in Monterey County after the roadway was largely closed when a strong storm hit last month.
Big Sur Highway 1 temporary fix planned after road washed out
Following storms this weekend, a section of Highway 1 near Big Sur has crumbled. It initially left nearly 2000 people stranded. Now they're being escorted through the area, in between Rocky Creek Bridge and Bixby Bridge, twice a day. A temporary fix for the site is planned.
Following storms this weekend, a section of Highway 1 near Big Sur has crumbled. It initially left nearly 2000 people stranded. Now they're being escorted through the area, in between Rocky Creek Bridge and Bixby Bridge, twice a day. A temporary fix for the site is planned.