Returning money to California taxpayers in wake of gas prices may help balance budget

Gov. Newsom and lawmakers can cut taxes, spend more money on things such as infrastructure and public education, or return money to taxpayers. That last option has been the most popular choice.

BART temporarily suspends red-line service due to equipment problems

After two tough mornings, commuters who rely on BART may have to strap in for a bumpy commute in the days ahead. The problems will impact riders who rely on the red line between Richmond and Millbrae.

California gas prices jump to record high

The average price of gasoline in California is now $5.44 per gallon, up $0.10 from the day before. It's also up $0.76 from just a month ago.

Oscar Grant's mother reflects on day named in honor of him
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Feb. 27 was Oscar Grant's birthday, and the Oakland City Council has declared this Sunday Oscar Grant Day. Grant's mother, Rev. Wanda Johnson, spoke to Mornings on 2 The Nine about the challenges she's faced in the 13 years since she lost her son.

Deadly Caltrain collision with vehicle in San Bruno

There has been a deadly collision involving a Caltrain commuter train and a vehicle in San Bruno on Friday morning.

Rogue fireworks display blocks traffic on Bay Bridge

Videos on social media show an unsanctioned, yet elaborate, fireworks display happening on the Bay Bridge Tuesday evening. The display apparently blocked traffic along the western span of the bridge headed into San Francisco. 

Plaintiffs in lawsuit over Great Highway closure call for reopening despite judge's ruling

After a judge last week ruled the city lawfully closed San Francisco's Great Highway and other streets nearly two years, plaintiffs in the case said on Monday they're continuing to advocate for the roads to reopen.

Plans for ferry service to Redwood City in the works

Ferry service may be coming to the Port of Redwood City with lines running to San Francisco and the East Bay. Officials say they're now making substantial progress on the project. 

3.3 magnitude earthquake recorded near San Leandro

U.S. Geological Survey recorded a magnitude 3.3 earthquake northeast of San Leandro in Oakland Friday evening. 

BART police name suspect in deadly Civic Center shooting

BART's chief of police on Friday named the suspect who was involved in a deadly shooting at the Civic Center station.  

Part of US 101 express lane to open in San Mateo County Friday

Starting Friday, part of US 101 along the Peninsula will have an express lane, similar to those on Interstates 680 and 880.

Costs climb again for California's high-speed rail project

The project's price tag has steadily risen since voters first approved nearly $10 billion in bond money for it in 2008, when the total cost was pegged at $40 billion.

Death on BART tracks shuts down Orinda station for hours

A person died on Monday after being struck by a train at the Orinda station, according to BART officials.

Homeless man held in transient's slaying outside BART station

A 29-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of murder after a body was found in a remote area outside of BART's South Hayward station on Wednesday afternoon, agency officials said.   

Here's what the new Powell Street BART bathrooms look like

Bathrooms at the Powell Street BART station have re-reopened, complete with a toilet paper cutting. All the hoopla was because BART closed the restrooms at underground stations after the Sept. 11 terror attacks iin 2001.

BART to reopen Powell Street station bathrooms after 20 years

BART is reopening the restrooms at its Powell Street station in San Francisco for the first time in 20 years. They were closed in 2001 following the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks.

Police release body-cam footage of fatal shooting at SFO, hold town-hall meeting

San Francisco police held their required town-hall meeting after SFPD fatally shot and killed a man at San Francisco International Airport who allegedly brandished replica guns.