Caltrain facing potential station closures, reduced service amid funding gap
Officials with Caltrain warned that the train agency could be forced to close a lot of its operations without a new long-term funding source, raising concerns about the future of one of the Bay Area’s key commuter rail systems.
A rearview mirror look at Bay Area public transit in 2025
Ridership data from dozens of Bay Area transit agencies show the uneven progress they made in 2025 as they continued recovering from COVID-19 shutdowns that gutted fare revenue and reshaped how the region commutes.
New judges appointed in Alameda, Contra Costa counties
“One addition to the Alameda County Superior Court and three new judges in Contra Costa County, plus a former local prosecutor assigned to the bench in San Francisco. Those were among the 25 judicial appointments and nominations announced by Gov. Gavin Newsom up and down the state so far this year.”
News Digest: Congressional District 14 candidate forum | Bunny Hop Scavenger Hunt | LATVA seeks accessibility committee members
The Pleasanton Weekly and Livermore Vine are hosting a candidate forum for Congressional District 14 next weekend, moderated by publisher Gina Channell Wilcox and associate publisher-editorial director Jeremy Walsh. Read about that and more in this week’s News Digest.
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Pretty petals: Wildflowers in bloom throughout Tri-Valley and beyond
Many look forward to the wildflower superblooms that create picturesque scenes across wilderness landscapes in the Bay Area this time of year – even if the springtime and influx of pollen in the air signify the onset of pesky allergies for some.
Spanish cuisine stars at L Campo
L Campo is a destination for dining on paella and Spanish cuisine in Livermore.
Swalwell’s campaign gaining traction in crowded governor’s race
At first, I was surprised when seven-term congressman, Eric Swalwell, declared he would not stand for re-election and instead would run for governor.
Dublin fencing coaches permitted to resume work at studio after being cleared of criminal charges
A temporary suspension placed on two prominent fencing coaches in Dublin was lifted last month, enabling the couple to resume teaching at a studio in the city following the dismissal of all criminal charges against the duo.
Ex-Livermore city clerk takes same post in San Leandro
Former Livermore city clerk Sarah Bunting has been appointed as the new city clerk in San Leandro, filling a vacancy tied to the leadership saga at East Bay Parks.
State analyst reviews PUSD’s top areas of highest financial risk
Pleasanton school trustees reviewed the district’s fiscal health risk analysis last week, which shows that despite the recent budget cuts the board approved, the district is still at a moderate risk of fiscal insolvency.
Guest Opinion: Opening the door to Doolan Canyon – a regional opportunity we should seize
“Opportunities like this do not come often. The groundwork has been laid. The need is evident. The community is ready. Now is the time to act.”
‘The Wizard of Oz On Ice’ on Bankhead stage
Something cool is coming to the Bankhead Theater, a first-of-its-kind performance on the indoor stage in downtown Livermore: “The Wizard of Oz On Ice”.
Golden Gate Fields could become huge bayfront park after agreement reached to purchase former racetrack
A plan to transform the former Alameda County horse racetrack Golden Gate Fields into an enormous community park could give a whole new meaning to the term “photo finish.”
‘Spring Awakenings’ with Livermore-Amador Symphony
The new season is the theme connecting both the music of the upcoming Livermore-Amador Symphony concert and the artwork accompanying the performance that night.
Sparse snowpack in California fuels concern over fast-approaching fire season
California clocked its second-worst snowpack on record Wednesday, a potentially troubling signal ahead for fire season.
Livermore’s St. Michael School sees principal turnover
St. Michael School in Livermore is poised to see new leadership as its current helm plans to bow out at the end of this school year.
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