Jose Fermoso, Author at The Oaklandside

Lake Merritt parking meters: council postpones decision to June 21

A recent survey showed 79% of people oppose installing parking meters, but proponents say the plan will make the lake safer and more accessible

Getting to school should be safe. We followed two families to experience the problem infrastructure and dangerous driving they deal with daily.

Busted streets and the city’s dangerous traffic can take an enormous toll on transit workers.

Oakland’s transportation agency wants to get junk cars off the streets faster, and more fairly.

Some fear the pathways will increase crime and violence nearby. Others support connecting neighbors and building community.

The city could install meters with “flex” pricing to deal with crowding and other impacts.

Oakland seeks millions in state funds for new paths and protective boulders on one of our most dangerous streets.

Potholes and other damage make Oakland’s roads unsafe. Not everyone thinks the city’s repair system works as well as it should.

The project would reduce vehicle lanes from 4 to 2 and add protected bicycle lanes. There’s still time for public input.

Thinking it was the hit word puzzle, millions paid for an older game called “Wordle!” Its creator is paying it forward.