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#commuting
fromThe Oaklandside
7 hours ago
San Francisco

Not loving your commute? Try San Francisco Bay Ferry

Commuter numbers are increasing in San Francisco as workers return to offices, with ferry services adapting to meet rising demand.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
14 hours ago
Remote teams

Affordable housing is to blame for your long and costly commute

Increased average commute times in the U.S. are impacting personal time and are approaching pre-pandemic levels.
San Francisco
fromThe Oaklandside
7 hours ago

Not loving your commute? Try San Francisco Bay Ferry

Commuter numbers are increasing in San Francisco as workers return to offices, with ferry services adapting to meet rising demand.
Alternative transportation
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
5 hours ago

Caltrans and Alameda Officials Celebrate Launch of Nimitz Freeway Widening Project Through Oakland's Chinatown - Streetsblog San Francisco

The Oakland-Alameda Access Project aims to widen freeways, raising concerns about increased traffic and emissions in Chinatown.
Mission District
fromsfist.com
6 hours ago

Police Activity Disrupts Traffic at Mission and South Van Ness

Police activity disrupted traffic at South Van Ness and Mission Street, prompting alerts and bus service interruptions.
#oakland
East Bay food
fromABC7 San Francisco
4 days ago

Oakland's free Sunday afternoon meter parking ends this weekend, receiving mixed community reaction

Free Sunday parking in Oakland ends, raising concerns about business impact and tax revenue.
East Bay food
fromABC7 San Francisco
4 days ago

Oakland's free Sunday afternoon meter parking ends this weekend, receiving mixed community reaction

Free Sunday parking in Oakland ends, raising concerns about business impact and tax revenue.
#bridges
Design
fromAol
1 day ago

Why The World's Great Bridges Mean More Than Just Getting Across

Bridges are essential structures that blend art and engineering, reflecting diverse cultures and histories across the globe.
Design
fromAol
1 day ago

Why The World's Great Bridges Mean More Than Just Getting Across

Bridges are essential structures that blend art and engineering, reflecting diverse cultures and histories across the globe.
Design
fromAol
1 day ago

Why The World's Great Bridges Mean More Than Just Getting Across

Bridges are essential structures that blend art and engineering, reflecting diverse cultures and histories across the globe.
Design
fromAol
1 day ago

Why The World's Great Bridges Mean More Than Just Getting Across

Bridges are essential structures that blend art and engineering, reflecting diverse cultures and histories across the globe.
Design
fromAol
1 day ago

Why The World's Great Bridges Mean More Than Just Getting Across

Bridges are essential structures that blend art and engineering, reflecting diverse cultures and histories across the globe.
Design
fromAol
1 day ago

Why The World's Great Bridges Mean More Than Just Getting Across

Bridges are essential structures that blend art and engineering, reflecting diverse cultures and histories across the globe.
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 days ago

Troubled waters: Will Hammersmith Bridge ever reopen?

Hammersmith Bridge faces a funding deadlock for repairs, with costs reaching £250 million and no clear resolution in sight after seven years.
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 day ago

Rain upends trees, causes flooding in Bay Area: Here's a recap of Level 2 storm impact

Strong winds and heavy rain caused flooding and downed trees across the Bay Area, impacting events and prompting safety warnings.
fromAdirondack Almanack
17 hours ago

NYSDOT announces recognition for emergency bridge projects

"This recognition is a testament to the talent, dedication, and 'can-do' spirit of the professional staff on the NYS Department of Transportation's team," Commissioner Dominguez said. "From bridge strikes in the capital region to catastrophic flooding in the Adirondacks, our team members work tirelessly to restore traffic and critical infrastructure-safely and quickly-with modern and resilient structures along these vital corridors within New York State."
Brooklyn
New York City
fromGothamist
1 day ago

Mamdani ran on fast and free buses. A new plan addresses the 'fast' part of his pitch.

Mayor Zohran Mamdani plans to reduce bus commute times by 20% across 45 corridors in the city.
Portland
fromPortland Mercury
4 days ago

Good Morning, News: Mercury Transportation Issue Drops and Broadway Bridge Reopens? In the Same Week? Curious. - Portland Mercury

A Northeast Portland drug treatment facility closed, affecting nearly 50 women, while local news covers transportation issues and a lawsuit against PacifiCorp.
#treasure-island
SF food
fromFuncheap
3 days ago

"Off the Grid" Waterfront Fest + Free Ferry Rides (Treasure Island)

Treasure Island is hosting a weekly Saturday market with food vendors, music, and activities from April 11 to May 16, 2026.
SF food
fromFuncheap
3 days ago

"Off the Grid" Waterfront Fest + Free Ferry Rides (Treasure Island)

Treasure Island is hosting a weekly Saturday market with food vendors, music, and activities from April 11 to May 16, 2026.
SF food
fromFuncheap
3 days ago

"Off the Grid" Waterfront Fest + Free Ferry Rides (Treasure Island)

Treasure Island is hosting a weekly Saturday market with food vendors, music, and activities from April 11 to May 16, 2026.
SF food
fromFuncheap
3 days ago

"Off the Grid" Waterfront Fest + Free Ferry Rides (Treasure Island)

Treasure Island is hosting a weekly Saturday market with food vendors, music, and activities from April 11 to May 16, 2026.
SF food
fromFuncheap
3 days ago

"Off the Grid" Waterfront Fest + Free Ferry Rides (Treasure Island)

Treasure Island is hosting a weekly Saturday market with food vendors, music, and activities from April 11 to May 16, 2026.
SF food
fromFuncheap
3 days ago

"Off the Grid" Waterfront Fest + Free Ferry Rides (Treasure Island)

Treasure Island is hosting a weekly Saturday market with food vendors, music, and activities from April 11 to May 16, 2026.
SF food
fromFuncheap
3 days ago

"Off the Grid" Waterfront Fest + Free Ferry Rides (Treasure Island)

Treasure Island is hosting a weekly Saturday market with food vendors, music, and activities from April 11 to May 16, 2026.
SF food
fromFuncheap
3 days ago

"Off the Grid" Waterfront Fest + Free Ferry Rides (Treasure Island)

Treasure Island is hosting a weekly Saturday market with food vendors, music, and activities from April 11 to May 16, 2026.
SF food
fromFuncheap
3 days ago

"Off the Grid" Waterfront Fest + Free Ferry Rides (Treasure Island)

Treasure Island is hosting a weekly Saturday market with food vendors, music, and activities from April 11 to May 16, 2026.
SF food
fromFuncheap
3 days ago

"Off the Grid" Waterfront Fest + Free Ferry Rides (Treasure Island)

Treasure Island is hosting a weekly Saturday market with food vendors, music, and activities from April 11 to May 16, 2026.
fromSFGATE
4 days ago

Traffic on Highway 60 may create pain point for drivers headed to Coachella

"In 2020, this stretch of freeway has been ranked the worst truck bottleneck in California and the ninth worst truck bottleneck in the nation, as well as the second highest truck accident location in Southern California."
Los Angeles
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Trump admin sends another $77 million to Gateway tunnel commission as next court date looms

We are pleased to have received the funds we expected from the federal government. We continue to work with our federal partners to ensure the funding that has been committed to the Hudson Tunnel Project continues to flow so that we can keep our workers on the job and construction moving forward.
Washington DC
Media industry
fromStreetsblog California
4 days ago

60 Minutes Review of High-Speed Rail: A Lukewarm Look at the Project - Streetsblog California

CBS' 60 Minutes segment on high-speed rail in California lacked depth and sensationalism, failing to capture the project's progress and challenges.
London
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Silvertown Tunnel is 'tackling chronic congestion'

The Silvertown Tunnel has reduced congestion and improved journey times, but has also displaced traffic to other routes.
Public health
fromStreetsblog New York City
5 days ago

Need To Kill Cross Bronx Widening Plan Is Obvious Amid Slight Congestion Pricing Pollution Uptick - Streetsblog New York City

Gov. Hochul has delayed a decision on widening the Cross Bronx Expressway due to concerns over increased pollution in the Bronx.
#community-events
San Francisco
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
13 hours ago

This Week: Seismic Tour, Regional Measure, Car-Free Happy Hour - Streetsblog San Francisco

A variety of community events focused on safety, transportation, and family activities are scheduled this week in San Francisco and surrounding areas.
San Francisco
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
13 hours ago

This Week: Seismic Tour, Regional Measure, Car-Free Happy Hour - Streetsblog San Francisco

A variety of community events focused on safety, transportation, and family activities are scheduled this week in San Francisco and surrounding areas.
#traffic-accident
California
fromSFGATE
3 days ago

Graffiti Bridge in rural Bay Area was 'worth saving' from Caltrans

The Stevenson Bridge is closing for six months for rehabilitation to ensure its safety and longevity against earthquakes.
Brooklyn
fromBrownstoner
3 days ago

Work to Resume on Flatbush Avenue Center Bus Lanes

The project aims to enhance bus service speed and street safety on Flatbush Avenue with dedicated lanes and improved pedestrian facilities.
Washington DC
fromStreetsblog USA
4 days ago

Friday Video: RIP, The D.C. Streetcar - Streetsblog USA

Washington, D.C.'s streetcar project ended after a decade, serving as a lesson in urban transit planning and its challenges.
fromPadailypost
4 days ago

Magical Bridge spurs lawsuit

The entrapment was so severe that emergency responders, including fire department personnel, had to use forcible methods including hatchets to pry the carousel components to free (Odette's) hand.
Portland
#sfo
fromsfist.com
1 week ago
SF parents

Actually, the SFO Repaving Project Will Probably Cause Fairly Frequent Delays, Due to FAA Restriction

fromsfist.com
1 week ago
SF parents

Actually, the SFO Repaving Project Will Probably Cause Fairly Frequent Delays, Due to FAA Restriction

London
fromianVisits
6 days ago

Inside the closure of London's second-busiest road - the A40 Westway

The A40 Westway is undergoing major repairs due to wear and tear from heavy traffic, necessitating the replacement of road joints.
#san-francisco
fromSFGATE
5 days ago
San Francisco

Caltrans to fully close 'last SF exit' on 80 this weekend

The last San Francisco exit before the Bay Bridge is closing for weekend maintenance, affecting eastbound I-80 access to SoMa.
fromABC7 San Francisco
6 days ago
San Francisco

San Francisco proposes major water, sewer rate increases by summer to upgrade infrastructure

San Francisco residents may face a 23% increase in water and sewer bills to fund infrastructure upgrades.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
10 hours ago

Community battles to save San Francisco's beloved family block-party program 'Sunday Streets'

San Francisco's budget shortfall threatens the funding of the popular 'Sunday Streets' program, prompting community fundraising efforts.
Mission District
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 day ago

SF gives $3.3 million to residents, nonprofits with projects to beautify the city: Here's a list

San Francisco is allocating $3.3 million for community beautification projects through the Community Challenge Grant program.
San Francisco
fromSFGATE
5 days ago

Caltrans to fully close 'last SF exit' on 80 this weekend

The last San Francisco exit before the Bay Bridge is closing for weekend maintenance, affecting eastbound I-80 access to SoMa.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
6 days ago

San Francisco proposes major water, sewer rate increases by summer to upgrade infrastructure

San Francisco residents may face a 23% increase in water and sewer bills to fund infrastructure upgrades.
Public health
fromStreetsblog USA
1 week ago

The Financial Costs of the Pedestrian Death Crisis Are Still Stratospheric - Streetsblog USA

Pedestrian deaths cost the U.S. economy over $40 billion in the first half of 2025, despite a decrease in fatalities.
fromPadailypost
4 days ago

Cheating brazen in new toll lanes

"Is everybody telling the truth? We're not sure," Program Director Kim Comstock told the San Mateo County Transportation Authority on Thursday.
California
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

NYC to resume construction on Flatbush Avenue bus lanes later this month

The NYC DOT is resuming construction on bus lanes along Flatbush Avenue to improve transit speed and safety for riders.
San Francisco
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
3 days ago

Weekend Roundup: New SMART Schedule, More High-Speed Rail Context... - Streetsblog San Francisco

The Marin-Sonoma Coordinated Transit Service Plan enhances bus and rail service, increasing frequency and connectivity for North Bay residents.
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
4 days ago

Eastbound bore of Caldecott Tunnel closed due to crash, car fire, CHP says

Bore #2 of the Caldecott Tunnel is closed due to a crash, impacting Bore #3 as emergency crews respond.
Brooklyn
fromGothamist
4 days ago

NYC to drivers: Avoid northern part of Flatbush Avenue as street gets bus-friendly rebuild

Brooklyn's Flatbush Avenue will undergo a major redesign to improve bus transit and reduce congestion.
#bart
fromsfist.com
1 week ago
San Francisco

Monday Morning Headlines: 'Equipment Problem' Causes Delays, Smoke at Embarcadero Station

San Francisco
fromsfist.com
4 days ago

Day Around the Bay: Waymo and Waze Are Mapping SF's Potholes

BART experienced significant service delays due to an equipment problem near San Bruno affecting train users heading to SFO.
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
1 week ago

Monday Morning Headlines: 'Equipment Problem' Causes Delays, Smoke at Embarcadero Station

BART's Embarcadero Station experienced delays due to equipment issues, while shootings occurred in San Francisco and gas prices rose to $6 per gallon.
#bay-area-transit
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
1 week ago
East Bay (California)

Weekend Roundup: Regional Transit Measure Update, More Art at Sunset Dunes... - Streetsblog San Francisco

Regional transit measures are critical to avoid severe service cuts in the Bay Area.
fromSFGATE
6 days ago
San Francisco

You're bleeding Bay Area transit's budget with this Clipper card quirk

A shift in rider behavior is increasing credit and debit card fees, prompting a proposal for an additional $500,000 to cover costs.
San Francisco
fromSFGATE
6 days ago

You're bleeding Bay Area transit's budget with this Clipper card quirk

A shift in rider behavior is increasing credit and debit card fees, prompting a proposal for an additional $500,000 to cover costs.
California
fromsfist.com
5 days ago

Incoming Rain Will Bring Possible 1.5 Inches to SF Between Thursday and Sunday

Rain is expected across Northern California, with significant accumulations and potential thunderstorms from Thursday to Sunday.
San Francisco
fromArchDaily
3 days ago

The Embarcadero Freeway: Elevated Infrastructure and Urban Regeneration in San Francisco

Cities are demolishing elevated concrete freeways to create parks and enhance urban regeneration.
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
6 days ago

San Mateo Co. demands $157 million from CA in vehicle license fee revenue

San Mateo County leaders demand California release $157 million owed to avoid severe cuts to essential local services.
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
5 days ago

Big Rig Fire Near Golden Gate Bridge Causes Southbound Traffic Backup

A big rig truck caught fire near the Golden Gate Bridge, causing significant traffic delays.
Alternative transportation
fromStreetsblog
3 weeks ago

California Must Stop Expanding Highways - Streetsblog San Francisco

California allocates transportation funding to highway expansion projects despite tailpipe pollution causing half of state greenhouse gas emissions, contradicting the need to prioritize sustainable travel alternatives.
fromThe Oaklandside
2 weeks ago

Walk from Lake Merritt to the Ferry Building? Bay Skyway path could connect Oakland and SF

John Goodwin, the communications director for the Metropolitan Transportation Commission, stated that the West span path part of the project is 'effectively paused' in the early planning stage, with the soonest work advancing in 2027.
East Bay (California)
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
4 days ago

SF officials question Blue Shield on why it denied claims of so many retired city employees

Retired San Francisco firefighter Ken Jones faced denied cancer treatment claims from Blue Shield, prompting city officials to investigate the insurer's practices.
California
fromStreetsblog
2 weeks ago

Despite Gav's Spin, Transportation Commission Funded a Lot of Highway Expansion Last Week - Streetsblog California

California invested $17.9 billion in road projects, contradicting its climate goals and exacerbating greenhouse gas emissions.
fromStreetsblog
4 weeks ago

Eyes on the Street Update: Alameda's Central Avenue Project Nears Completion - Streetsblog San Francisco

The Central Avenue project is expected to improve safety for all street users and to reduce vehicle delays. The project includes a road diet with two motor vehicle travel lanes, a two-way left-turn lane as a center lane, bikeways, three roundabouts, resurfacing, improved bus stops, enhanced pedestrian crossings and street trees/raingardens.
Alternative transportation
San Francisco
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
4 days ago

Sunset Dunes One Year Out: They Built It, and People Came - Streetsblog San Francisco

Sunset Dunes park celebrates its one-year anniversary with over 1.7 million visitors, boosting local businesses and enhancing community engagement.
fromSFGATE
3 weeks ago

Caltrans increases speed limit on dangerous Bay Area highway

"While it's a small adjustment, 5 miles in either direction, we're hoping this is one of the ways to improve safety on this corridor."
California
San Francisco
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
6 days ago

The Kirkham Neck-Down Worked for Safety, So San Francisco Removed it - Streetsblog San Francisco

SFMTA removed the neck-down safety feature on Kirkham, replacing it with speed humps and median islands despite evidence of its effectiveness in slowing traffic.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
1 month ago

How could Oakland raise billions in revenue? New report suggests removing freeways

Urban highways occupy valuable land that generates minimal tax revenue compared to potential development, with Oakland potentially gaining $23.9 billion by removing freeways within three miles of downtown.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

SFO faces major delays as FAA reduces arrivals over runway work, safety issues

Travelers at San Francisco International Airport should expect significant delays due to reduced flight arrivals and ongoing runway construction.
Real estate
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

New Bay Area city of 400,000 could be built 'non-stop' for 40 years

A billionaire-backed group plans a 40-year project to build a new Bay Area city for up to 400,000 people on large Solano County landholdings.
New York City
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

Congestion Pricing: Is it Time to Try it in San Francisco? - Streetsblog San Francisco

Congestion pricing in Manhattan reduced traffic and regional jams while increasing transit use; similar pricing could fund San Francisco transit and ease its budget shortfall.
fromStreetsblog
2 weeks ago

Op-Ed: Let's Make Transit Work for Marin - Streetsblog San Francisco

After over 45 years of daily service, Golden Gate Transit will be massively cutting service to Marin County's southernmost Highway 101 bus pad stops effective April 12, as part of the inter-agency MASCOTS plan that overhauls public transit in Marin and Sonoma counties.
San Francisco
#highway-101-carpool-lanes
California
fromwww.pressdemocrat.com
1 month ago

New, streamlined Highway 101 carpool lane hours take effect in North Bay

Caltrans revised Highway 101 carpool lane hours twice in six months, ultimately reducing them from an expanded September schedule back to narrower morning and evening windows after traffic analysis showed the broader hours exceeded actual congestion periods.
California
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

New, streamlined Highway 101 carpool lane hours take effect in North Bay

Caltrans revised Highway 101 carpool lane hours twice in six months, ultimately reducing them from an expanded September schedule back to more moderate times after traffic analysis and public backlash.
California
fromwww.pressdemocrat.com
1 month ago

New, streamlined Highway 101 carpool lane hours take effect in North Bay

Caltrans revised Highway 101 carpool lane hours twice in six months, ultimately reducing them from an expanded September schedule back to narrower morning and evening windows after traffic analysis showed the broader hours exceeded actual congestion periods.
California
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

New, streamlined Highway 101 carpool lane hours take effect in North Bay

Caltrans revised Highway 101 carpool lane hours twice in six months, ultimately reducing them from an expanded September schedule back to more moderate times after traffic analysis and public backlash.
#bay-bridge
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 weeks ago

San Francisco businesses ready as Bay Bridge lights set to return Friday night

The Bay Bridge lights will return with a ceremony, enhancing the city's vibrancy and attracting more visitors.
fromArchitectural Digest
1 month ago

Is Trump About to Redesign the Golden Gate Bridge?

What power does the council have? The council is purely advisory in nature and has no decision-making powers. It "does not exercise program management responsibilities and makes no decisions directly affecting the programs on which it provides advice," the charter reads. "The Secretary of Transportation may accept or reject a recommendation made by the Council and is not bound to pursue any of its recommendations."
Design
San Francisco
fromArchDaily
3 weeks ago

Form, Function, and Funding: The High-Tech Urbanism of San Francisco

San Francisco's technology economy has rapidly reshaped the city's built environment with architectural refinement but indifference to existing residents, creating a severe housing crisis and displacement of essential workers.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

Bay Bridge lights are here to stay: Get a close up look at the new installation

The Bay Bridge's western span receives a new LED lighting system with 48,000 lights designed to withstand harsh environmental conditions, officially relighting on March 20.
California
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

Bay Area driver frustration triggers updated Highway 101 rules

Caltrans established new weekday HOV hours on Highway 101 between Marin and Sonoma: 6–9 a.m. and 3–6:30 p.m., with signs posted late February.
California
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
2 months ago

Berkeley-to-San Francisco ferry plan takes key step forward

Berkeley approved a zoning change enabling a new ferry terminal and rebuilt pier serving all-electric ferries to San Francisco, pending funding and multiple approvals.
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Fatal crash closes westbound lanes of San Mateo Bridge

A fatal crash closed all westbound lanes of the San Mateo Bridge Tuesday afternoon, causing major commute delays; one lane reopened by 5:30 p.m.
California
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

San Mateo-Hayward Bridge shut down during commuter hours after deadly crash

All westbound lanes of the San Mateo–Hayward Bridge are closed after a fatal crash on Highway 92, causing major backups and diversions.
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

California county considers adopting costliest transit ride in the state

The San Diego Metropolitan Transit System faces a roughly $500 million funding gap over the next four years, but it's not due to diminishing services. Regional riders are enthusiastic about the transit system - it has one of the fastest growing riderships in the country and ranks third for the number of passenger trips and passenger miles in California. However, like other major transit agencies such as BART, the MTS kept things moving after the pandemic through one-time emergency funds from federal and state subsidies.
California
California
fromwww.pressdemocrat.com
2 months ago

New carpool lane hours coming to Highway 101 in North Bay

Highway 101 HOV lanes between Richardson Bay Bridge and Windsor will operate 6–9 a.m. and 3–6:30 p.m. Monday–Friday beginning late February.
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Here's where traffic could snarl across the Bay Area for the Super Bowl

Expect heavy traffic, road closures and widespread congestion across Santa Clara and the Bay Area during Super Bowl week; avoid the area if possible.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago

Bay Area ferry services thriving with big plans for future as other transit agencies face challenges

Ferry ridership is rising; agencies plan fleet replacements and service expansions, with new vessels arriving from 2027 through 2033.
San Francisco
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

The San Francisco dive bar that loves Bay Bridge traffic

Bay Bridge congestion fuels steady business and affordability-focused offerings at Hotel Utah Saloon, turning commuter gridlock into regular customers.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago

VIDEO: Confused deer briefly stops traffic on San Francisco's Golden Gate Bridge

A deer trotted across northbound lanes of the Golden Gate Bridge, prompting a temporary shutdown and causing major traffic delays.
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