Featured in Category Blazing new trails: Nonprofit offers more ways to experience Mount Diablo this year By Tony Hicks | Bay City News | January 1, 2025 Heed the call of the wild and head for the hills as the conservation group’s programs now include adventures into areas rarely open to the public.
Travel Muni offers free rides, extends service hours to help New Year’s revelers celebrate safely By Kathleen Kirkwood, Bay City News | December 27, 2024 SF fireworks show taking place south of the Ferry Building at midnight on NYE.
Bay Area Bay Area bridge authority to introduce tiered tolls starting in 2026; carpool rules to change By Thomas Hughes, Bay City News | December 24, 2024 The toll increase, which will be phased in, is on top of a $1 increase that will take effect in January, which will bring the current toll to $8 for drivers with one or two occupants, and $4 with three or more.
Bay Area Port of Oakland appeals ruling that blocks use of new airport name over trademark dispute By Kathleen Kirkwood, Bay City News | December 17, 2024 Port of Oakland says SF is trying to stifle competition and travel choices for travelers.
Arts & Entertainment SF’s Japanese Tea Garden revamps pagoda plaza with more space for peaceful contemplation By Pete Young, Bay City News | December 5, 2024 It is the oldest public Japanese Garden in the nation.
BART BART to ring in new year with fare increase; 5.5% hike to add extra $14M for operations By Tony Hicks, Bay City News | December 4, 2024 The average fare will increase 25 cents, from $4.47 to $4.72.
Oakland Oakland airport expansion project achieves ‘milestone’ as environmental study approved By Kiley Russell | Bay City News | November 25, 2024 The number of airline passengers at Oakland Airport is expected to more than double in the next 14 years.
public safety Break out the marshmallows: Campfires are allowed again in Mendocino National Forest By Sarah Stierch, Bay City News | October 31, 2024 Wet weather, longer nights and cooler temperatures all reduce wildfire risk.
Bay Area On the road to toll hikes: Public can comment on proposed new rates for 7 Bay Area bridges By Dan McMenamin | Bay City News | October 28, 2024 Proposed hike piggybacks on earlier approved increases, bringing the amount of a crossing for most drivers to $8 starting January 2025.
Arts & Entertainment High-stepping into a new era: Cal Band keeps traditions alive while adapting to life in ACC By Tina Chen and Robert Strauss, Bay City News | October 25, 2024 The new league has brought a new urgency to raise travel money.