New safety barriers going in along ‘dangerous stretch’ of I-8 in El Cajon

El Cajon leaders have pushed for years for added protections along the freeway, where vehicles have repeatedly gone off the roadway.

Calls for CVESD to install air conditioning on school buses

A CVESD board member held a press conference over school buses lacking A/C, ahead of another heat advisory and a board vote on funding a study of retrofits through a potential 2028 bond measure.

Following MTS fare rate increase, PRONTO LIFE is an olive branch

The San Diego Metropolitan Transit System provides an invaluable service to the city, but recent financial strain has forced it to make some compromises on affordability. The PRONTO LIFE program, meant to reduce rates for low-income riders, is supposed to make up for this decision. While we can only hope that more funding gets secured for future years, its priority is to keep all routes running and ensure accessible public transportation for its riders. The blame for rising fares should not be placed entirely on MTS.

Carlsbad advances rail trench, other projects

CARLSBAD — The city of Carlsbad advanced a project with regional partners to trench a portion of the rail line as it passes through the downtown Village and Barrio neighborhoods. The City Council unanimously voted at its Oct. 6 meeting to enter into a memorandum of understanding with the...

Del Mar moves to lower speed limits, explore additional parking

DEL MAR — The City Council voted to lower speed limits in eight areas of the city and directed staff to explore the impact of converting two roads to one-way streets to free up additional parking. The council also received an update on ongoing winter storm preparations. At last...

Westbound SR-78 in North County to close Oct. 13-15

The work is being done as part of Caltrans' SR-78 Asset Management project which is meant to enhance a 17.7-mile stretch of the highway from Interstate 5 in Oceanside to Broadway and Lincoln Parkway in Escondido.

Gas prices are driving San Diego voters to the polls

Carlsbad Advances Planning for Downtown Rail Trench

Carlsbad's City Council has signed off on an agreement with regional transit agencies to advance a long-debated plan to bury downtown railroad tracks about 30 feet below street level through the Village and Barrio. The deal, approved with the North County Transit District and the San Diego Association of Governments,...

California’s high-speed rail faces rising costs, delays ahead of 2040 debut

This post was updated Oct. 11 at 10:22 p.m. Hundreds of first-year UCLA students were infants when California voters approved the state’s first high-speed rail in November 2008. Nearly 18 years later, the first phase of the train’s full route is not projected to be operational until 2040, a...

I-805 to close at Palm Avenue for construction, delays expected

Northbound Interstate 8 at Palm Avenue will close Friday night, October 9, for construction as part of a $31 million interchange improvement project.

San Diego State Can Barnacle Your Car After 5 Unpaid Tickets. Your HOA Can’t.

San Diego State University will put a yellow Barnacle across your windshield if your car has five or more unpaid parking violations more than 21 days past due. Getting it off, according to the university's transportation office, costs a $150 immobilization fee, a $300 refundable deposit and every outstanding fine, all due within 48 hours of the device going on or the car may be towed.

Metrolink passenger train fares rise in Southern California

(The Center Square) - Metrolink has announced its first fare increase in 13 years across Southern California, raising one-way tickets for its passenger trains an average of 14%. The rare price increase has drawn pushback from frustrated passengers grappling with financial strain, especially amid high gas prices and ongoing calls to curb carbon emissions. The hike left policy experts warning of structural pitfalls in California’s public transit model. The SoCal Day Pass went from $15 to $19 on weekdays and $10 to $12 on weekends and holidays. The increase took effect Monday for the train system, which serves Los Angeles, Ventura, San Bernardino, Riverside and San Diego counties. “This is Metrolink’s first systemwide fare increase in 13 years,” said Metrolink in an FAQ section on its website announcing the increase. “During that time, the cost of operating and maintaining regional rail service has continued to rise, while post-pandemic ridership and fare revenue remain below previous levels.” Metrolink added that the updated fares support Metrolink’s “long-term financial outlook and the sustainability of regional rail service while preserving a simplified fare structure and valuable discount programs.” Programs such as the $5 L.A. Zone Pass and existing discounts for students, seniors, veterans, low-income

Hitch Free Rides On The Coaster

The North County Transit District is inviting riders on board for another Free Ride Day in celebration of California's Clean Air Day.

California Clean Air Day Brings Free Transit Rides Statewide on Wednesday

Buses, trains and light rail across California rolled without fares Wednesday as the state marked its ninth annual Clean Air Day, an event organized by the Coalition for Clean Air that bills itself as the state's largest clean-air observance. Transit agencies from San Diego County to Sacramento waived fares for the day, while residents were encouraged to pledge small lifestyle changes meant to chip away at air pollution.

Concerns over hot buses during heatwave at Sweetwater Union High School District

Chula Vista parents say their son has repeatedly been left on a hot bus during the heat wave. The teen with autism was admitted to the emergency room for severe dehydration. NBC 7’s Shandel Menezes reports.

Del Mar Heights Road faces periodic closures for repairs

Emergency stormwater repairs to fix a failed pipe and stabilize a slope will cause periodic lane closures on Del Mar Heights Road through late January 2027.

San Diego County gas price records largest decrease in since Aug. 11

A day after moving seven-tenths of a cent from matching its record, the average price of a gallon of self-serve regular gasoline in San Diego County recorded its largest decrease since Aug. 11 Friday, dropping eight-tenths of a cent. The decrease ended a run of 42 increases in 44 days...

First major transit fare hike since 2009 goes into effect

Facing budget challenges, San Diego MTS and NCTD have increased fares for the first time since 2009.