Bus-only lane idea on Bay Bridge presented
MTC staff will present the initial design and traffic assessment of a bus lane on the Bay Bridge, which they say will move more people in fewer cars, saving time on traveling and accommodating the growing need for long distance commuters.
MTC staff will present the initial design and traffic assessment of a bus lane on the Bay Bridge, which they say will move more people in fewer cars, saving time on traveling and accommodating the growing need for long distance commuters.
Officials propose bus-only lane on Bay Bridge
Sara Zendehnam reports from San Francisco.
Sara Zendehnam reports from San Francisco.
California bullet train cost rises by another $1 billion
The California High-Speed Rail Authority on Wednesday bumped its overall cost estimate for completing the rail line between San Francisco and Los Angeles to $80.3 billion, blaming inflationary increases and better cost projections for a $1.3 billion boost that still is smaller than in previous years.
The California High-Speed Rail Authority on Wednesday bumped its overall cost estimate for completing the rail line between San Francisco and Los Angeles to $80.3 billion, blaming inflationary increases and better cost projections for a $1.3 billion boost that still is smaller than in previous years.
Timeline: BART to Silicon Valley project
Right now, the end of the BART line is in the East Bay. But in 2030, commuters should be able to continue on BART and VTA from Warm Springs in Fremont, all the way to Santa Clara.
Right now, the end of the BART line is in the East Bay. But in 2030, commuters should be able to continue on BART and VTA from Warm Springs in Fremont, all the way to Santa Clara.
John Cowell, accused killer in Nia Wilson case, testifies in his own murder trial
The defense called John Cowell to the stand on Tuesday in his own murder trial stemming from the 2018 stabbing death of Nia Wilson at the MacArthur BART station in Oakland.
The defense called John Cowell to the stand on Tuesday in his own murder trial stemming from the 2018 stabbing death of Nia Wilson at the MacArthur BART station in Oakland.
BART deploys 10 unarmed ambassadors in new pilot program
Under a pilot program that began Monday, 10 new unarmed ambassadors broke off into two-person teams and patrols to become an extra set of eyes and ears for police, and to provide an extra layer of security for passengers.
Under a pilot program that began Monday, 10 new unarmed ambassadors broke off into two-person teams and patrols to become an extra set of eyes and ears for police, and to provide an extra layer of security for passengers.
Series of BART schedule and operational changes starts Monday
Among the more significant adjustments will be on the Antioch line, where most trains that have been originating westbound terminating eastbound at Pleasant Hill/Contra Costa Centre during weekday morning peak periods will now do so at Concord.
Among the more significant adjustments will be on the Antioch line, where most trains that have been originating westbound terminating eastbound at Pleasant Hill/Contra Costa Centre during weekday morning peak periods will now do so at Concord.
EMT student, BART police help save man overdosing at Civic Center Station
Nicholas Stallcup was waiting for a friend to catch an 11:30 p.m. train from the Civic Center Station to the MacArthur Station when he descended the station stairwell to find a man on the floor, police said.
Nicholas Stallcup was waiting for a friend to catch an 11:30 p.m. train from the Civic Center Station to the MacArthur Station when he descended the station stairwell to find a man on the floor, police said.
New schedule for South Bay BART extension expected in March
The new Milpitas and Berryessa stations were originally scheduled to open in 2019 but that date has been pushed back several times, with the latest happening in November.
The new Milpitas and Berryessa stations were originally scheduled to open in 2019 but that date has been pushed back several times, with the latest happening in November.
Officer describes trying to save Nia Wilson's life at Oakland BART station
A former BART police officer testified Thursday that he unsuccessfully tried to save the life of 18-year-old Nia Wilson after she was stabbed on the platform of the MacArthur BART station in Oakland in 2018.
A former BART police officer testified Thursday that he unsuccessfully tried to save the life of 18-year-old Nia Wilson after she was stabbed on the platform of the MacArthur BART station in Oakland in 2018.
Suspect on trial for murder of Nia Wilson thrown out of court
John Lee Cowell, 29, is charged with murder and attempted murder for allegedly stabbing Wilson and her sister, 26-year-old Letifah Wilson, on the platform at the MacArthur station at 9:36 p.m. on July 22, 2018.
John Lee Cowell, 29, is charged with murder and attempted murder for allegedly stabbing Wilson and her sister, 26-year-old Letifah Wilson, on the platform at the MacArthur station at 9:36 p.m. on July 22, 2018.
Proposed legislation seeks to integrate Bay Area transit into one 'seamless' system
A new proposed state legislation seeks to integrate the more than two dozen separate and independent Bay Area transit agencies into one "seamless" system.
A new proposed state legislation seeks to integrate the more than two dozen separate and independent Bay Area transit agencies into one "seamless" system.
BART will launch schedule and service changes Feb. 10
Changes to BART train schedules intended to improve service will begin Feb. 10, officials announced this week.
Changes to BART train schedules intended to improve service will begin Feb. 10, officials announced this week.
San Francisco launches car-free Market Street project
This week, San Francisco is set to launch its initiative to eliminate private vehicles on Market Street.
This week, San Francisco is set to launch its initiative to eliminate private vehicles on Market Street.
Marin transportation authority and Lyft expand $5 discount for shared ride to SMART stations
The $5-off incentive program started in September 2017 shortly after SMART began train service between Sonoma and Marin County.
The $5-off incentive program started in September 2017 shortly after SMART began train service between Sonoma and Marin County.
BART prevails in suits over mob-style attacks
Legal hurdle for injured passengers
Legal hurdle for injured passengers
Two BART passengers who were attacked file lawsuit against BART
Henry Lee reports.
Henry Lee reports.
BART to build canopies over entrances at San Francisco stations
The BART Board of Directors on Thursday approved a plan to install canopies and gates at entrances at downtown San Francisco stations.
The BART Board of Directors on Thursday approved a plan to install canopies and gates at entrances at downtown San Francisco stations.
Smoldering cable causes BART delay in San Bruno
Fire crews in San Bruno were called to assist.
Fire crews in San Bruno were called to assist.
Annual "Celebration Train" honors MLK with 51-mile trip from San Jose to San Francisco
At Diridon Station, the 51-mile trip from San Jose to San Francisco aboard CalTrain becomes a trip back in history, in hopes of creating a better future. Once again, the songs, signs, and messages trumpet the annual “Celebration Train” marking the birth of Dr. King.
At Diridon Station, the 51-mile trip from San Jose to San Francisco aboard CalTrain becomes a trip back in history, in hopes of creating a better future. Once again, the songs, signs, and messages trumpet the annual “Celebration Train” marking the birth of Dr. King.