VTA Orange Line service disrupted after overhead wire issue discovered

The Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority suspended service at several Orange Line stations Tuesday after an overhead power issue was discovered.

Oakland stabbing suspect in custody after an apparent spree that killed 1

A stabbing suspect is in custody in Oakland Monday night after an apparent spree that killed one person and injured four others. Oakland police say there are multiple crime scenes.  

California’s new tire efficiency rules could cost drivers hundreds more per set

California has approved energy-efficiency standards for replacement tires to reduce rolling resistance, aiming to lower fuel and electricity consumption for gas and electric vehicles.

California Energy Commission passes new tire efficiency rules to boost fuel economy

Industry leaders warn the rules will phase out about 70% of current tires, significantly raising upfront costs for drivers. Regulators say fuel and electricty savings will offset higher purchase prices.

Gas prices hit record highs
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The latest inflation numbers show prices are still rising, while gas prices are reaching record highs for this late in the calendar year. Gustavo Flores-Macías, dean  of the School of Public Policy at University of Maryland, gives insight.

BART new schedule changes: What you need to know

BART trains and schedules are undergoing major changes starting Monday, with adjusted departure times across the entire transit system.

SFO airport to add 'Wait N' Rest' sleep lounges for delayed travelers

The Cool Airplane Company plans to open two "Wait N' Rest" sleep lounges featuring private rooms, showers, and speakeasies at San Francisco International Airport next September.

Oil prices ease after US and Iran pause military strikes

Oil prices pulled back this weekend as tensions eased in the Middle East. This comes as both the United States and Iran held off on military actions.

BART running longer trains during peak commute times
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BART has implemented longer trains on the red, yellow, green and blue lines designed to make peak commute times better. 

Seattle-bound Alaska Airlines flight declares emergency, returns to Rome

Passengers on a flight between Seattle and Rome faced a roller-coaster of travel plans over the weekend as a mechanical issue caused an emergency declaration to return back to the Italian capital.

World Cup games spark record-breaking VTA ridership
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The VTA released new data showing that the top ten all-time major events at Levi's Stadium that had the highest single day ridership for the agency. At the top of this list were the World Cup matches. 

World Cup matches shatter VTA's transit records, outpacing Super Bowl LX

The Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) recorded its highest-ever light rail ridership during the six World Cup matches hosted at Levi's Stadium.

Airlines, Boeing push Congress for $20B to modernize air traffic control

The U.S. aviation industry is urging Congress to approve an additional $20 billion to modernize the nation's aging air traffic control system.

Persian Gulf tensions drive Bay Area gas prices higher

While global crude oil prices have fluctuated since the conflict began in February, experts warn that the upcoming depletion of emergency petroleum reserves could keep prices elevated.

Video captures struggle to survive and chaotic rescue in SF Bay after vessel sinks near Alcatraz

A chaotic scene unfolded on the San Francisco Bay Tuesday afternoon when a recreational vessel sank near Alcatraz Island, leaving multiple people struggling in the frigid, wind-whipped water as nearby boaters and first responders rushed to save them.

Delta says airline fares likely to remain elevated even if fuel prices fall

Delta Air Lines says travelers should not expect airline ticket prices to fall significantly even if fuel costs decline, as carriers continue to face higher expenses across their operations.