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Californians love to hate I-5 and Highway 101. But which is actually worse?

Traveling in California during the Thanksgiving holiday presents challenges; between routes 101 and 5, safety and convenience are key considerations.
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California Can't Be a Climate Leader Until it Stops Building Freeways - Streetsblog California

California is promoting itself as a climate leader at COP28, but continues to build freeways that increase emissions.
Caltrans, the state transportation agency, is facing criticism for failing to disclose carbon impact and contributing to harmful emissions.

Caltrans delves into GenAI testing to reduce bottlenecks, keep roads safe

Caltrans is utilizing GenAI to analyze road-related data and enhance transportation safety in California.

Environmental Groups File Suit Against I-80 Highway Expansion - Streetsblog California

The Natural Resources Defense Council, the Planning and Conservation League, and the Center for Biological Diversity filed a lawsuit against Caltrans for improperly expanding a highway in Northern California.

How Caltrans Measures Induced Travel: Comments Open Through Friday - Streetsblog California

Caltrans is finalizing documents to improve measurement of travel induced by projects, addressing climate and congestion issues before the comment deadline on Friday.

California Launches New Transportation Equity Tool - Streetsblog California

The Transportation Equity Index (EQI) focuses solely on transportation disparities in California.
The EQI tool combines traffic data, access to transit, biking, and walking, with household income and tribal status data to identify transportation burdens.

California Can't Be a Climate Leader Until it Stops Building Freeways - Streetsblog California

California is promoting itself as a climate leader at COP28, but continues to build freeways that increase emissions.
Caltrans, the state transportation agency, is facing criticism for failing to disclose carbon impact and contributing to harmful emissions.

Caltrans delves into GenAI testing to reduce bottlenecks, keep roads safe

Caltrans is utilizing GenAI to analyze road-related data and enhance transportation safety in California.

Environmental Groups File Suit Against I-80 Highway Expansion - Streetsblog California

The Natural Resources Defense Council, the Planning and Conservation League, and the Center for Biological Diversity filed a lawsuit against Caltrans for improperly expanding a highway in Northern California.

How Caltrans Measures Induced Travel: Comments Open Through Friday - Streetsblog California

Caltrans is finalizing documents to improve measurement of travel induced by projects, addressing climate and congestion issues before the comment deadline on Friday.

California Launches New Transportation Equity Tool - Streetsblog California

The Transportation Equity Index (EQI) focuses solely on transportation disparities in California.
The EQI tool combines traffic data, access to transit, biking, and walking, with household income and tribal status data to identify transportation burdens.
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The future of California rest stops is coming for Interstate 5

The John "Chuck" Erreca Rest Area will modernize rest stops with eco-friendly technology, but its reopening has been delayed until May 2025.

Here's where the 605 Freeway will be closed this weekend

605 Freeway will close southbound lanes for repaving over weekends affecting motorists; alternative routes recommended.
#homelessness

SJ unhoused man's massive Dia de los Muertos altar for his service dog under threat of being removed

An unhoused man is fighting to protect his Dia de los Muertos altar honoring his service dog, threatened by Caltrans for being on state property.

Gov. Newsom taps Caltrans to help clear Oakland homeless encampments

Governor Newsom taps Caltrans to clear homeless camps near freeways in Oakland.
Partnership between Caltrans and Oakland City Council aims to address homelessness and safety near highways.

California governor ordered that homeless encampments be removed. How much has changed?

Gov. Newsom's approach to homelessness includes directing state agencies to clear encampments from state property with an emphasis on accountability.

Unhoused man's nativity scene in San Jose swept up by Caltrans crews

An unhoused father transformed a neglected area into a holiday display only to have it removed by Caltrans, leaving them with nothing.

SJ unhoused man's massive Dia de los Muertos altar for his service dog under threat of being removed

An unhoused man is fighting to protect his Dia de los Muertos altar honoring his service dog, threatened by Caltrans for being on state property.

Gov. Newsom taps Caltrans to help clear Oakland homeless encampments

Governor Newsom taps Caltrans to clear homeless camps near freeways in Oakland.
Partnership between Caltrans and Oakland City Council aims to address homelessness and safety near highways.

California governor ordered that homeless encampments be removed. How much has changed?

Gov. Newsom's approach to homelessness includes directing state agencies to clear encampments from state property with an emphasis on accountability.

Unhoused man's nativity scene in San Jose swept up by Caltrans crews

An unhoused father transformed a neglected area into a holiday display only to have it removed by Caltrans, leaving them with nothing.
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A vital California mountain highway may not reopen until almost Christmas

Highway 330 closure impacting access to Big Bear Lake due to wildfire damage; single-lane reopening expected in December.

Caltrans to close southbound I-680 between Alcosta Blvd. and I-580 connector this weekend

Major closure of Southbound I-680 in East Bay this weekend for paving work; expect delays but long-term road improvements are forthcoming.

Big Sur tourism 'on standstill' after its connecting roadway crumbles into the sea -- again

Tourists and locals stranded in Big Sur on Easter weekend due to Highway 1 closure
Caltrans closed a 1.4-mile stretch of Highway 1 for safety assessments, leaving 1,600 people stranded

A vital California mountain highway may not reopen until almost Christmas

Highway 330 closure impacting access to Big Bear Lake due to wildfire damage; single-lane reopening expected in December.

Caltrans to close southbound I-680 between Alcosta Blvd. and I-580 connector this weekend

Major closure of Southbound I-680 in East Bay this weekend for paving work; expect delays but long-term road improvements are forthcoming.

Big Sur tourism 'on standstill' after its connecting roadway crumbles into the sea -- again

Tourists and locals stranded in Big Sur on Easter weekend due to Highway 1 closure
Caltrans closed a 1.4-mile stretch of Highway 1 for safety assessments, leaving 1,600 people stranded
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Caltrans seeks input on project to remove racist Bay Area freeway

Caltrans is moving forward with plans to assess the removal of I-980 due to its negative impact on the West Oakland community.

Construction of wildlife crossing in Agoura Hills to partially close 101 Freeway

Caltrans will close half of the 101 Freeway in sections to build a wildlife crossing near Agoura Hills.
The project aims to protect a threatened population of mountain lions by preventing wildlife-vehicle collisions.

Caltrans seeks input on project to remove racist Bay Area freeway

Caltrans is moving forward with plans to assess the removal of I-980 due to its negative impact on the West Oakland community.

Construction of wildlife crossing in Agoura Hills to partially close 101 Freeway

Caltrans will close half of the 101 Freeway in sections to build a wildlife crossing near Agoura Hills.
The project aims to protect a threatened population of mountain lions by preventing wildlife-vehicle collisions.
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'It's been a mess': Scenic Bay Area highway closes. Again.

Caltrans is improving State Route 9, closing it for safety and maintenance before winter.
Local businesses are affected by confusing road closure signs impacting customer access.
#complete-streets

Incomplete Streets Part 1: How Caltrans Shortchanges Pedestrians - Streetsblog California

The governor's budget cuts prioritize freeways over active transportation programs, undermining climate change efforts.

Report Details the Unfulfilled Promise of Complete Streets in Caltrans Projects - Streetsblog California

CalBike's report reveals Caltrans' successes and shortcomings in implementing Complete Streets for biking, walking, and transit.

CalBike Summit Preview: Senator Scott Wiener's Complete Streets Bill - Streetsblog California

The California Bike Summit offers workshops and sessions, including a discussion on 'Complete Streets on Caltrans Corridors.' Senator Wiener's Complete Streets bill, S.B. 960, aims to improve road safety for all users.

Complete Streets Bill Has Come a Long Way - Streetsblog California

S.B. 960 focuses on improving bicycle and pedestrian safety in state highway projects by requiring Caltrans to adopt clear targets and document progress.

Incomplete Streets Part 1: How Caltrans Shortchanges Pedestrians - Streetsblog California

The governor's budget cuts prioritize freeways over active transportation programs, undermining climate change efforts.

Report Details the Unfulfilled Promise of Complete Streets in Caltrans Projects - Streetsblog California

CalBike's report reveals Caltrans' successes and shortcomings in implementing Complete Streets for biking, walking, and transit.

CalBike Summit Preview: Senator Scott Wiener's Complete Streets Bill - Streetsblog California

The California Bike Summit offers workshops and sessions, including a discussion on 'Complete Streets on Caltrans Corridors.' Senator Wiener's Complete Streets bill, S.B. 960, aims to improve road safety for all users.

Complete Streets Bill Has Come a Long Way - Streetsblog California

S.B. 960 focuses on improving bicycle and pedestrian safety in state highway projects by requiring Caltrans to adopt clear targets and document progress.
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#highway-1

Highway 1 won't reopen in 2024. It's decimating this once-bustling coastal town.

San Simeon is facing severe decline in tourism due to highway closures, significantly impacting local businesses.
Caltrans has delayed reopening Highway 1, critical for tourism, causing uncertainty for San Simeon's economy.

Caltrans shares when Highway 1 through Big Sur may fully reopen

Highway 1 section plagued by landslides to partially reopen in July, allowing Big Sur residents to avoid convoys.

Hwy. 1 on Big Sur coast won't fully reopen this year, Caltrans says. Here's why

Highway 1 remains closed from Cambria to Big Sur due to serious slide issues, with no reopening expected in 2024.

Highway 1 through Big Sur is not fully reopening this year

Ongoing slope issues at Regent's Slide delay Highway 1 reopening to 2025, affecting connectivity for Central Coast communities.

An uninterrupted drive up California's Highway 1 won't be possible until 2025 - at the earliest

Future travel on Highway 1 through Big Sur is delayed until 2025 due to ongoing repairs from landslides.

Work at Hwy. 1 slide in Big Sur halted after crews notice new cracks in excavation area

Highway 1 repairs at Regent's Slide halted due to new cracks indicating further slide activity, ensuring crew safety and delaying project timeline.

Highway 1 won't reopen in 2024. It's decimating this once-bustling coastal town.

San Simeon is facing severe decline in tourism due to highway closures, significantly impacting local businesses.
Caltrans has delayed reopening Highway 1, critical for tourism, causing uncertainty for San Simeon's economy.

Caltrans shares when Highway 1 through Big Sur may fully reopen

Highway 1 section plagued by landslides to partially reopen in July, allowing Big Sur residents to avoid convoys.

Hwy. 1 on Big Sur coast won't fully reopen this year, Caltrans says. Here's why

Highway 1 remains closed from Cambria to Big Sur due to serious slide issues, with no reopening expected in 2024.

Highway 1 through Big Sur is not fully reopening this year

Ongoing slope issues at Regent's Slide delay Highway 1 reopening to 2025, affecting connectivity for Central Coast communities.

An uninterrupted drive up California's Highway 1 won't be possible until 2025 - at the earliest

Future travel on Highway 1 through Big Sur is delayed until 2025 due to ongoing repairs from landslides.

Work at Hwy. 1 slide in Big Sur halted after crews notice new cracks in excavation area

Highway 1 repairs at Regent's Slide halted due to new cracks indicating further slide activity, ensuring crew safety and delaying project timeline.
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Why lanes on the Bay Bridge are closing every weeknight for 8 months

Nighttime lane closures on the Bay Bridge for maintenance will cause minor congestion for late-night drivers until May 2025.

Another detour coming to Gilman Street as interchange project continues

Gilman Street will be closed for construction, requiring detours as crews redesign the chaotic Eastshore Freeway interchange.

Highway 1 paving project will resume for next 3 weeks in Aptos

Caltrans is resuming a $5.4 million paving project on Highway 1, expected to last three weeks with possible lane closures.

Why lanes on the Bay Bridge are closing every weeknight for 8 months

Nighttime lane closures on the Bay Bridge for maintenance will cause minor congestion for late-night drivers until May 2025.

Another detour coming to Gilman Street as interchange project continues

Gilman Street will be closed for construction, requiring detours as crews redesign the chaotic Eastshore Freeway interchange.

Highway 1 paving project will resume for next 3 weeks in Aptos

Caltrans is resuming a $5.4 million paving project on Highway 1, expected to last three weeks with possible lane closures.
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This I-80 project was Caltrans' lowest priority. A year later, it received a $100M grant

Caltrans successfully secured a competitive grant for a freeway project despite minimal changes, highlighting the importance of framing and urgency in funding applications.

Caltrans closing two sections of scenic Central Coast highway

State Route 192 is closed for five weeks for storm damage repairs, impacting access to key highways on the Central Coast.
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Drivers could face delays on certain Bay Area freeways as Caltrans works on road repairs

Caltrans will conduct significant roadwork on major highways, causing expected traffic delays this week.

Two Bay Area freeways closed for commute following pair of big-rig wrecks

Traffic disruptions due to two big rig crashes on California highways resulted in significant backups during the Wednesday morning commute.

Malibu gets a 3-officer CHP task force to patrol deadly stretch of PCH

The city of Malibu is adding a dedicated task force to patrol Pacific Coast Highway in an effort to improve safety on the dangerous roadway.
Caltrans is implementing new measures, such as traffic signal synchronization and speed feedback signs, to reduce speeding and congestion on PCH.

Horse running on busy freeway killed, creating gridlock near City of Industry

A horse was struck and killed by a sedan and a semi-truck on a busy freeway in City of Industry.
Caltrans officials used a loader and dump truck to remove the dead horse from the carpool lane.

Drivers could face delays on certain Bay Area freeways as Caltrans works on road repairs

Caltrans will conduct significant roadwork on major highways, causing expected traffic delays this week.

Two Bay Area freeways closed for commute following pair of big-rig wrecks

Traffic disruptions due to two big rig crashes on California highways resulted in significant backups during the Wednesday morning commute.

Malibu gets a 3-officer CHP task force to patrol deadly stretch of PCH

The city of Malibu is adding a dedicated task force to patrol Pacific Coast Highway in an effort to improve safety on the dangerous roadway.
Caltrans is implementing new measures, such as traffic signal synchronization and speed feedback signs, to reduce speeding and congestion on PCH.

Horse running on busy freeway killed, creating gridlock near City of Industry

A horse was struck and killed by a sedan and a semi-truck on a busy freeway in City of Industry.
Caltrans officials used a loader and dump truck to remove the dead horse from the carpool lane.
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'It's a dream to be a property owner': Years after freeway's demise, L.A. renters are buying state-owned homes

Patricia Payan, after decades of renting, is finally purchasing her home from Caltrans, signifying a community healing from historical freeway plans.
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Brush fire shuts down portion of I-580 in East Bay

Grass fire caused road closure on Interstate 580 in Livermore, leading to traffic delays during the morning commute.

Big rig dump truck's collision with freeway sign closes northbound I-680 near I-580 interchange during morning commute

A dump truck collided with a freeway sign, causing significant traffic delays on I-680 for over seven hours during the morning commute.

Brush fire shuts down portion of I-580 in East Bay

Grass fire caused road closure on Interstate 580 in Livermore, leading to traffic delays during the morning commute.

Big rig dump truck's collision with freeway sign closes northbound I-680 near I-580 interchange during morning commute

A dump truck collided with a freeway sign, causing significant traffic delays on I-680 for over seven hours during the morning commute.
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State Is Still Falling for the Hydrogen Train Con - Streetsblog California

California is prioritizing hydrogen battery trains over traditional electrification methods for zero-emission rail travel, despite their unproven nature.

CA Will Continue to Undermine its Climate Goals by Widening Highways - Streetsblog California

Approval of the freeway widening project despite objections underlines a focus on reducing congestion over other environmental impacts.

Interstate 680 to partially close this weekend for repairs

Drivers on southbound Interstate 680 should expect lane closures between San Ramon and Pleasanton for repaving, leading to traffic congestion.

California Transportation Commission This Week: Funding for I-80 Yolo Causeway Widening - Streetsblog California

Strong opposition to widening the Yolo Causeway despite claims of congestion relief.

Stretch of I-680 in East Bay is closing this weekend for repair work. Here's what to know

Drivers should prepare for detours as southbound I-680 in East Bay shuts down for road repairs, impacting commutes in the area.

Fresno has different population totals on city limits signs. Will the real number be posted?

Fresno city limit signs display varying population counts, with discrepancies between highways.
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Interstate 80 begins to re-open after Tahoe blizzard. Here's the latest on chain controls

Interstate 80 in Tahoe region reopened for passenger vehicles with tire chain requirements.
Travel on I-80 expected to resume for big rigs later in the day after blizzard conditions have subsided.

Blizzard keeps I-80, Tahoe shut as snow piles up - 'If you're a local, it's not a big deal'

Interstate 80 and Lake Tahoe hit hard by ongoing blizzard
Caltrans facing challenges with snow removal during severe conditions

Interstate 80 begins to re-open after Tahoe blizzard. Here's the latest on chain controls

Interstate 80 in Tahoe region reopened for passenger vehicles with tire chain requirements.
Travel on I-80 expected to resume for big rigs later in the day after blizzard conditions have subsided.

Blizzard keeps I-80, Tahoe shut as snow piles up - 'If you're a local, it's not a big deal'

Interstate 80 and Lake Tahoe hit hard by ongoing blizzard
Caltrans facing challenges with snow removal during severe conditions
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Scattered showers continue across Southern California on Sunday, with more rain expected

Scattered showers in Southern California this weekend
Sierra Nevada facing a rare blizzard warning

Photos: Strongest blizzard of the year dumps 24-42 inches of snow in the Sierra Nevada

California experiencing strongest blizzard of the year with up to 42 inches of snow in the mountains
Caltrans closes a 70-mile portion of Interstate 80 due to blizzard warning
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Caltrans' lapses contributed to 10 Freeway fire, Inspector General finds

Caltrans' lack of adequate inspections and oversight contributed to a massive freeway fire, leading to changes in property management and safety measures.

Nearly all Caltrans under-freeway lease spaces in Bay Area failed fire inspections

Many storage sites under Bay Area freeway underpasses failed state fire marshal inspections.
Inspectors found various fire and safety risks at these storage sites.

Caltrans' lapses contributed to 10 Freeway fire, Inspector General finds

Caltrans' lack of adequate inspections and oversight contributed to a massive freeway fire, leading to changes in property management and safety measures.

Nearly all Caltrans under-freeway lease spaces in Bay Area failed fire inspections

Many storage sites under Bay Area freeway underpasses failed state fire marshal inspections.
Inspectors found various fire and safety risks at these storage sites.
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SF Will Preemptively Close Roads and Reroute Some Muni Lines For Super Bowl Celebrations

Caltrans will be closing several highway off-ramps in SF on Sunday night ahead of the Super Bowl.
SF officials are preemptively rerouting Muni buses in the Mission District to avoid potential celebratory congestion.

After I-10 fire, Caltrans finds more hazards under freeways, recommends revamp of leases

Propane tanks, flammable liquids, faulty wiring, combustible material, and pallet stacks were found to pose hazards at Caltrans-leased properties under and next to freeways.
The findings raise questions about the oversight of Caltrans' airspace leasing program, which leases out properties under and around freeways across the state.

110 Freeway closures near downtown L.A. start tonight

Caltrans is planning overnight closures of a section of the 110 freeway near downtown L.A. to demolish a pedestrian bridge.
The closures will be in effect from Friday night to Sunday morning and will affect both northbound and southbound lanes of the 110 Freeway.

After heavy rains Caltrans lays mesh on steep slopes of California freeway

Caltrans is utilizing wire mesh and wood fiber sheets to reinforce slopes along the Antelope Valley Freeway in Santa Clarita, addressing erosion risks and landslides.

$51.4 Million for Sustainable Transportation Planning Grants - Streetsblog California

Caltrans is awarding planning grants to 89 local and regional projects to make transportation more resilient to climate change impacts.

Assembly Transportation Committee Whittles Away at Safe Street Bills - Streetsblog California

California's Complete Streets bill, S.B. 960, saw amendments that significantly watered down the original intentions of the legislation, giving Caltrans flexibility in implementing Complete Streets principles.
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