Crime & Safety Oakland launches literacy program leaders say could boost education, curb crime By Andres Jimenez Larios | Bay City News | January 12, 2026 The new, free citywide initiative Oakland Reads 1234! aims to increase literacy rates for very young students.
Environment Holiday rain totals outpace previous year By Andres Jimenez Larios, Bay City News | December 30, 2025 The East Bay saw more than 4 inches on average last week.
Bay Area Costs of tolls, public transit set to rise for Bay Area commuters beginning in January By Andres Jimenez Larios, Bay City News | December 27, 2025 It will now cost $8.50 to cross most Bay Area bridges.
AAA Over the river, through the woods… Bay Area airports, roads to be full of holiday travelers By Andres Jimenez Larios, Bay City News | December 23, 2025 AAA says that the worst time to travel is between noon and 8 p.m. while the best time is before 10 a.m.
BART Meet you at the gate: OAK airport guest pass allows non-ticketed visitors through security By Andres Jimenez Larios, Bay City News | December 23, 2025 Submit your request up to seven days in advance.
BART Bay Area transit agencies roll out next-gen Clipper cards for smoother, cheaper rides By Andres Jimenez Larios | Bay City News | December 10, 2025 Travelers will be able to use bank cards, whether physical or on their mobile devices, without the need for a Clipper Card.
Bay Area How much is that doggie in the window? Pets for adoption take spotlight at Macy’s display By Andres Jimenez Larios | Bay City News | November 22, 2025 Winter wonderland-themed windows commemorate the San Francisco SPCA longstanding partnership the organization with Macy’s.
Bay Area Going home for Thanksgiving? With air travel surge, Bay Area airports advise to plan ahead By Andres Jimenez Larios, Bay City News | November 21, 2025 The annual AAA holiday travel forecast estimates over 81.8 million people will be traveling across the country between Friday and Dec. 1, an increase of more than 1.3 million from the previous year.
Bay Area Have thoughts on region’s future? Public comment opens for Plan Bay Area 2050+ By Andres Jimenez Larios | Bay City News | November 17, 2025 Long-term plans impacting transportation, housing, the environment, and the economy have been met by questions, criticism.
Bay Area Man charged with robbery, battery following scuffle outside TPUSA event at UC Berkeley By Andres Jimenez Larios, Bay City News | November 14, 2025 Jihad Dphrepaulezz was arraigned Thursday in Oakland and is set to return November 24 to enter a plea to the charges against him.