The walkway over the busy hills freeway is structurally unsafe, says Caltrans. Locals are weighing in on replacements.
Tag: roads
Posted inRoad Safety
Speed limits are being lowered this week in several dangerous Oakland corridors
New signs were unveiled Monday morning by Mayor Sheng Thao and members of the City Council and OakDOT.
Posted inRoad Safety
‘Bulb-outs’ will narrow Broadway in downtown Oakland for pedestrian safety
Starting in 2025, the city will also expand sidewalks on MLK Jr. Way to make it easier to cross the street.
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Automatic speed cameras for Oakland, other traffic safety measures, on Gov. Newsom’s desk
Oakland could get permission to create greater visibility at intersections, helping pedestrians, bicyclists, and drivers see each other and avoid collisions.
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If you block the sidewalk while parking, expect a $100 fine
Oakland is changing the way it enforces sidewalk parking and will start issuing more tickets in October.
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Vigil for Oakland 4-year-old killed in bike crash draws community around grieving family
More than 40 people gathered near Lake Merritt where Maia Correia was fatally injured in a collision while riding on the back of her father’s bike.
Posted inEducation Equity
Legal sideshows? These young East Bay developers made a video game that reimagines Oakland car culture
“Highsidin’” grew out of the nonprofit Gamehead’s work to bring racial and economic diversity to game development
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A 4-year-old’s tragic death highlights the need for protected bike lanes in Oakland, residents say
Oakland has been adding protected bicycle lanes to a few streets in recent years. But bike advocates say it’s too few, and the stakes can be life and death.
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AC Transit bus cameras will use artificial intelligence to ticket drivers blocking routes
The cameras and computer system will be capable of identifying traffic violations without the assistance of a human.
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Proposed bike and pedestrian bridge would connect downtown Oakland to Alameda
Advocates say the span will link key East Bay population centers and reduce car traffic. Opponents say it’s unnecessary and costs too much at $200 million.
