Los Angeles to San Francisco luxury overnight train project names designer for rail cars
Dreamstar Lines is the company behind what would be the first luxury overnight train service between Los Angeles and San Francisco.
AAPI groups and business leaders ask Newsom to deploy CHP on BART
The Bay Area Council, along with a coalition of more than 100 Asian American Pacific Islander groups and others, on Wednesday, formally asked California Governor Gavin Newsom to deploy the California Highway Patrol across the BART system to address recent instances of violence.
Why California gas prices could get even more expensive
The plan approved will increase the state’s emission reduction targets and fund charging infrastructure for zero-emission vehicles.
California regulators approve climate rules that could raise gas prices significantly
The California Air Resources Board voted make emissions goals in the state stricter. Critics say the move could increase gas prices as much as 85 cents by 2030.
Many Bay Area roads at risk of deterioration, study finds: How does your city rank?
The Metropolitan Transportation Commission has released a comprehensive assessment of pavement conditions in cities and counties across the Bay Area.
BART stabbing suspect faces attempted murder charge
A suspect faces an attempted murder charge in what officials describe as an unprovoked stabbing aboard a BART train in San Francisco.
'Unprovoked' stabbing on BART train, suspect identified
A woman has been seriously injured following an "unprovoked" stabbing on an Antioch-bound BART train Saturday morning, police said.
Art student found dead hanging from a tree in 1985 in Concord: suicide or homicide?
One East Bay family's search for answers surrounding a young art student's death has lasted almost four decades.
Alleged vandal that caused $500k in damage to BART entrances arrested
A man suspected in vandalism spree that caused hundreds of thousands in damage to entrances at three San Francisco BART stations has been arrested, authorities said.
BART to pay $7.8 million to six former employees denied religious exemption for COVID vaccine
In 2021, BART required all employees to get the COVID-19 vaccination or risk being fired.
Group swims from Golden Gate Bridge to Alcatraz to call for protection of Sáttítla
Ahead of Indigenous Peoples' Day, a small group of swimmers swam the 3 miles from the Golden Gate Bridge to Alcatraz to raise awareness about a piece of cultural land they want to see protected: Sáttítla.
Red line on BART suspended due to equipment problem
BART suspended service on the Red Line on Saturday morning between Richmond and Millbrae.
BART could take steps to cut the cost of transfers to other transit
BART’s board of directors is expected to vote Thursday on a proposal that would make it easier and cheaper for commuters to transfer from BART to other public transit services.
San Francisco, Oakland, BART report that crime is down
San Francisco, Oakland and BART all report that crime is down this year compared to last. San Francisco's homicide rate is the lowest it's been in five years.
BART sees 15% overall crime drop
BART officials on Wednesday said that crime overall has dropped 15% since the same period last year.
Person dies after being struck by A.C.E. train near Newark
A person was struck and killed by a train in Newark earlier this week, according to the San Joaquin Regional Rail Commission.
Fruitvale, Lake Merritt BART stations closed
The Fruitvale and Lake Merritt BART stations closed Wednesday night, with the closure of the Fruitvale Station due to a major medical emergency, the agency first announced at 9:05 p.m.
California gas settlement payments: See if you qualify
California drivers may be entitled to a settlement payment after the state reached a settlement with gas trading firms over price gouging allegations.
Will the US port strike raise gas prices? What you need to know
Experts say the U.S. port strike could eventually affect the oil and gas industry. While no immediate disruptions are expected, the real question is whether prolonged strikes could lead to price hikes.
Newsom vetoes bill requiring speeding alerts in new cars
Gov. Gavin Newsom vetoed a bill Saturday that would have required new cars to beep at drivers if they exceed the speed limit.