California Explores Mileage-Based Road Charge to Replace Gas Tax
As electric vehicles gain popularity, California considers replacing its nation-leading gas tax with a mileage-based road charge program. The shift aims to address projected $5 billion revenue shortfalls by 2035 while creating a more equitable system for funding road maintenance.
California's Historic Coastal Railway Faces Critical Relocation Battle
A vital rail corridor along Del Mar's eroding coastal bluffs requires urgent relocation, highlighting California's growing climate adaptation challenges. Local stakeholders debate multiple proposed routes while safety concerns mount over the deteriorating cliff edges beneath this crucial transportation link.
California Invests $1 Billion in Statewide Transportation Infrastructure Upgrades
California Transportation Commission allocates nearly $1 billion toward critical infrastructure projects combining federal and state funding. The investment aims to enhance mobility, improve climate resilience, and upgrade transportation systems across the state.
Alarming Study: Over 6.2 Million California Vehicles Have Dangerous Open Recalls
A new CarFax study reveals that more than 6.2 million California vehicles have unresolved safety recalls, with Los Angeles accounting for 3 million affected vehicles. The concerning trend shows a 16% increase in unfixed recalls over two years, posing serious risks on American roads.
California Warns of Surge in FasTrak Text Message Scams
Attorney General Rob Bonta alerts Californians about fraudulent text messages impersonating FasTrak toll collection system to steal financial information. Officials emphasize that legitimate toll agencies never send text notifications to non-accountholders and urge drivers to verify charges through official websites only.
Christmas Eve Blackout: 40,000 Southern California Homes Left in the Dark
A transformer failure at a Southern California Edison substation disrupted holiday celebrations for thousands, leaving residents to cook Christmas dinners by candlelight. The widespread outage affected public transit and forced creative adaptations during one of the year's most celebrated evenings.
LAX Holiday Travel Surge: 3.2 Million Passengers Expected Despite Falling Short of Pre-pandemic Numbers
Los Angeles International Airport anticipates 3.2 million holiday travelers this season, marking an increase from 2022 but still below pre-pandemic levels. The airport is managing increased congestion while undergoing a $30 billion renovation project, including a new automated transit system set to launch in 2026.
California's E-Bike Voucher Program Halts After Massive 45-Minute Application Rush
California's new electric bicycle voucher program was forced to close applications after receiving nearly 100,000 submissions within just 45 minutes of launch. The overwhelming response highlights growing public interest in sustainable transportation, though left many hopeful applicants unable to access the eco-friendly vehicle incentives.
Port of Los Angeles Set to Break Container Volume Records in December
The Port of Los Angeles is on track to process over 10 million container units in 2024, with December expected to set new records. The surge is driven by cargo redirection from East Coast ports and merchants rushing ahead of potential tariffs, with November showing a 16% increase from last year.
Record Holiday Travel Surge: 6.6 Million Californians Set for Thanksgiving Journey
An unprecedented 6.6 million Californians are expected to travel this Thanksgiving, causing major congestion across highways and transportation hubs. LAX anticipates over 2.2 million passengers while drivers face potential four-hour delays on key routes like I-5.