Government shutdown could cause a dangerous domino effect for airlines

With respect to the airlines and that aviation industry, the government shutdown is starting a dangerous domino effect. By slimming down airlines to need less controllers, the government could cost a lot of other people their jobs.

Airline flights reduced by 10% despite high holiday demand

The unpaid air traffic controller situation is so bad, Uncle Sam is ordering airlines to reduce flights regardless of high holiday demand. There is actually a funded fix for this but those who could fix it are staring each other down.

What are the busiest airports in the US?

On Wednesday, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced its plans to reduce air traffic at 40 of the country's "high-volume" markets by 10% beginning Friday, according to The Associated Press.

FAA cuts flights amid shutdown — What to do if yours is delayed or canceled

The Federal Aviation Administration will reduce air traffic by 10% in 40 major markets starting Friday as unpaid air traffic controllers continue to call out.

Air travel delays are increasing amid government shutdown

As of Sunday, air traffic control operations in the United States are experiencing significant flight delays at major airports, and it's likely going to get worse as the government shutdown continues.

VTA putting spotlight on human trafficking ahead of Super Bowl, FIFA World Cup
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Officials with the Valley Transportation Authority on Wednesday hosted a one-day conference about the threat posed by human trafficking ahead of several high-profile sporting events that are scheduled to take place in the South Bay in 2026.

South Bay authorities, community groups warn of human trafficking risk during Super Bowl

At a conference sponsored by the Valley Transportation Agency, South Bay community groups and law enforcement warned of the risk of human trafficking that comes with large events -- like next year's Super Bowl.

'Hare-raising' chase: CHP captures bunny hopping on Bay Bridge

The California Highway Patrol is showing off a “hoppy” ending to a “hare-raising” chase on the Bay Bridge – and using a lot of puns, as well. 

Costco gas station plan moves forward in this North Bay community

Almost five years after it was first proposed, Costco is still pursuing a long-delayed project to put a huge gasoline station at its Novato warehouse.

BART lines recovering from earlier equipment problems, issues in Transbay Tube

Services on two BART lines were interrupted early Monday morning, and equipment problems along the tracks prompted major travel delays for the second week in a row.

NTSB releases final report on Titan submersible implosion

The National Transportation Safety Board has released its final report on the 2023 Titan submersible disaster.

New California law approves home development near public transit

In a grand effort to tackle California's massive housing crisis, the governor signed Senate Bill 79, involving development close to transit stations. 

Man dies days after brutal attack at San Jose VTA station

A 42-year-old man attacked Sept. 29 at San Jose’s Gish VTA Station has died from his injuries, turning the case into a homicide investigation.

Chevron's L.A. Refinery fire could affect you at the pump

Investigators are inspecting the now cooling Chevron El Segundo Refinery after an explosive fire swept through one of its key processing units that might impact prices for auto, truck and aviation fuels.