Extreme heat threatens BART, other rail systems

Five weeks ago, two BART cars derailed between Pleasant Hill and Concord stations, causing minor injuries. The tracks got so heated that they couldn't support the weight of the train.

Dead passenger found on BART train

A deceased man was found on board the last BART train of the night to arrive at the Berryessa station on Thursday, transit officials said. 

BART to consider reinstating mask mandate

The board of directors for the Bay Area Rapid Transit agency will vote at its next meeting Thursday on whether to reinstate its mask mandate, the agency said in a news release.

BART mask mandate to expire Monday

Starting Monday, BART riders will not be required to wear a mask. In April, officials voted to require face coverings as a temporary measure, and that rule was effective until July 18.

Person on track, disabled train lead to major delays on BART

It was a rough morning for East Bay BART service Tuesday. A person on the track between the Bay Fair and Hayward stations reported shortly after 9:30 a.m. led to major delays on the Berryessa Line in the Berryessa, Richmond and Daly City directions.