Van Ness Bus Rapid Transit System finally opens: here's what it is
On Friday, San Francisco launched its first rapid transit system on Van Ness Avenue. Leaders are calling the area the new Van Ness, after multiple improvements were made to beautify the corridor and make it easier to travel through.
On Friday, San Francisco launched its first rapid transit system on Van Ness Avenue. Leaders are calling the area the new Van Ness, after multiple improvements were made to beautify the corridor and make it easier to travel through.
Biden unleashes petroleum from U.S. strategic reserve to combat high gas prices
President Joe Biden on Thursday released one-fourth of the entire U.S. strategic petroleum reserve, in an attempt to calm rising gas prices brought about by ever rising demand and the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
President Joe Biden on Thursday released one-fourth of the entire U.S. strategic petroleum reserve, in an attempt to calm rising gas prices brought about by ever rising demand and the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
Biden tapping oil reserve for 6 months to control surging gas prices
Biden ordered the release of 1 million barrels of oil per day from the nation’s strategic petroleum reserve for six months in a bid to control energy prices.
Biden ordered the release of 1 million barrels of oil per day from the nation’s strategic petroleum reserve for six months in a bid to control energy prices.
Biden planning to tap oil reserve to control gas prices
President Biden is preparing to order the release of up to 1 million barrels of oil per day from the nation's strategic petroleum reserve in a bid to control energy prices.
President Biden is preparing to order the release of up to 1 million barrels of oil per day from the nation's strategic petroleum reserve in a bid to control energy prices.
Bay Bridge carjacking investigated by CHP, suspect considered armed and dangerous
The California Highway Patrol is investigating an incident on the San Francisco Bay Bridge that resulted in an armed carjacking, authorities said.
The California Highway Patrol is investigating an incident on the San Francisco Bay Bridge that resulted in an armed carjacking, authorities said.
Biden earmarks additional $200M for Silicon Valley BART extension
President Joe Biden has earmarked an additional $200 million for the Silicon Valley BART Extension Phase II in his upcoming proposed budget.
President Joe Biden has earmarked an additional $200 million for the Silicon Valley BART Extension Phase II in his upcoming proposed budget.
Amid rising gas prices, South Bay residents sell vehicles, opt for alternative transportation
California gas prices are the highest in the nation, and in the Bay Area, residents are choosing alternative methods of transportation to save money. Some are priced out of driving altogether.
California gas prices are the highest in the nation, and in the Bay Area, residents are choosing alternative methods of transportation to save money. Some are priced out of driving altogether.
VTA wants the public's help to reduce traffic fatalities
Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority wants the public's help to reduce traffic fatalities in Santa Clara County.
Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority wants the public's help to reduce traffic fatalities in Santa Clara County.
California has highest gas prices in U.S.; costs bump up even higher
The average price of gas in California – $5.92 a gallon – is six cents more than it was a week ago.
The average price of gas in California – $5.92 a gallon – is six cents more than it was a week ago.
Man touts his electric unicycle as answer to high gas prices
A man has started riding his electric unicycle to work, saving on gas and cutting his commute time.
A man has started riding his electric unicycle to work, saving on gas and cutting his commute time.
California gas rebate: Here's when you can expect to get it
The rebate will come in the form of a $400 debit card issued to all registered vehicle owners. Electric vehicles will also be included.
The rebate will come in the form of a $400 debit card issued to all registered vehicle owners. Electric vehicles will also be included.
Some say California gas rebate plan doesn't address long-term issues
Governor Gavin Newsom is proposing an $11 billion relief package to give Californians relief from high gas prices. His plan includes rebates and free public transit.
Governor Gavin Newsom is proposing an $11 billion relief package to give Californians relief from high gas prices. His plan includes rebates and free public transit.
California gas rebate: Drivers could get up to $800 under proposal
If the governor's $11 billion relief package is approved, drivers could start getting rebates as soon as July.
If the governor's $11 billion relief package is approved, drivers could start getting rebates as soon as July.
California car owners could get up to an $800 rebate
Californians who own cars could get up to $800 from the state to help offset record high gas prices under a proposal announced Wednesday by Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom.
Californians who own cars could get up to $800 from the state to help offset record high gas prices under a proposal announced Wednesday by Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom.
BART reverses course; only Black director can remain after relocation dispute
BART director Lateefah Simon – the only Black member of the board – can remain representing District 7 despite a dispute over whether she lived in the district she represented.
BART director Lateefah Simon – the only Black member of the board – can remain representing District 7 despite a dispute over whether she lived in the district she represented.
Gas price stimulus checks proposals head to Congress
There are a few proposals that could involve Americans getting a stimulus check to ease the pain of the rising gas prices.
There are a few proposals that could involve Americans getting a stimulus check to ease the pain of the rising gas prices.
Los Angeles becomes 1st in US to reach $6 gas average
Los Angeles on Tuesday became the first major city in the U.S. to reach an average gas price of $6 or more.
Los Angeles on Tuesday became the first major city in the U.S. to reach an average gas price of $6 or more.
Attention BART riders: Red line service returns on Tuesday
BART officials have some good news to share. Their red line service, which has seen disruptions and closures for the past few weeks, is returning on Tuesday, March 22.
BART officials have some good news to share. Their red line service, which has seen disruptions and closures for the past few weeks, is returning on Tuesday, March 22.
Chevron workers strike: 500 Richmond refinery workers walk picket lines
More than 500 Chevron union workers took to the picket line on Monday, when contract negotiations broke down. The workers say Chevron's offer is insufficient, given the Bay Area's high cost of living. The company brought in replacement workers.
More than 500 Chevron union workers took to the picket line on Monday, when contract negotiations broke down. The workers say Chevron's offer is insufficient, given the Bay Area's high cost of living. The company brought in replacement workers.
Chevron refinery workers to go on strike
Workers at the Chevron oil refinery are going on strike in Richmond tomorrow.
Workers at the Chevron oil refinery are going on strike in Richmond tomorrow.