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CBS News
11-08-2025
- Automotive
- CBS News
Bay Area's Casual Carpool to relaunch after coming to a halt during pandemic
Casual Carpool, the unique commuting tradition where strangers ride together to get across the Bay Bridge faster and cheaper, was halted during the pandemic. But it's set to relaunch on Tuesday. Main organizer Camille Bermudez is determined to bring it back. "The ease of it, the flexibility of it and honestly, the cost effectiveness of it," said Bermudez about why she feels it would benefit people. Bermudez's first experience with Casual Carpool was as a teenager, but it started long before she ever got in line. "Thirty-five plus years ago about," Bermudez said about just how long ago it launched for the first time. "Maybe even longer, which is great." Bermudez felt this was the perfect time to bring it back, as more companies are requiring people to return to the office. She has to be back in the office five days a week starting September 1st. She decided to reach out to people online to see what others thought of the idea. "We started back on June 8, starting with a survey and really using social media to get the word out there," Bermudez explained. Through the responses, she found a location in the Grand Lake neighborhood, in a parking lot near the corner of Lake Park Avenue and Lakeshore Avenue, was where people most wanted to use the service. After Tuesday, it will run Monday-Friday during carpool hours, 5 a.m. to 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. The system is simple: drivers stop by, pick up the first two people in line, enough to qualify for discounted tolls, and take the Bay Bridge into San Francisco. Passengers will be dropped off at the 400 block of Howard Street. "Drivers get the benefit of shorter commute," detailed Bermudez about how they can use the carpool lane. "Flexible timing as far as when they leave their home, as well as we do encourage a monetary contribution for the drivers to kind of help with that expense of the toll." Bermudez says she used to use the system as both a driver and a passenger, and she's always had a positive experience. "I actually ended up meeting an alumni from my high school, so Saint Ignatius," said Bermudez. "I met someone in the car and we had started talking, things ike, 'are you from the bay area, are you a native?' and they ended up saying 'oh I went to SI' and I lit up." Some other people have made friends, or even more significant relationships. "Very excitedly, we do have somebody who got married through Casual Carpool," said Bermudez. "They are still together." But she says most rides are uneventful, quiet, and easy way to get into the city. She's hopeful that after launching with this one stop, they'll be able to expand to the 20+ locations that used to exist pre-pandemic. "Just really excited to see this coming back and then once we have this location up and running the plan is to get the Sacramento Street and 64th and Christie Avenue in Emeryville up and running within a month," Bermudez explained. "The plan is to get all 20 back by August of 2026." More info can be found here: SF Casual Carpool
CBS News
20-06-2025
- Automotive
- CBS News
Big rig loses load on Bay Bridge; eastbound lanes blocked
A tractor-trailer lost part of its load on the Bay Bridge's center anchorage Friday afternoon, snarling weekend getaway traffic headed out of the city, authorities said. The California Highway Patrol said the No. 3 and 4 leastbound lanes were blocked because of a load that became separated from its transport vehicle. **Traffic Alert** I-80 e/b (SF/Oakland Bay Bridge) at Center Anchorage, the #3 & #4 lanes are currently blocked due to a load that became separated from its' transport vehicle. A tow truck & additional equipment are en route to remove the fallen load. ETA unknown at this time. — CHP San Francisco (@CHPSanFrancisco) June 20, 2025 A tow truck & additional equipment were headed to the scene to remove the fallen load. The CHP said the estimated time of reopening the lanes was unknown as of 3:41 p.m. This is a breaking news update. More information to be added as available.
Yahoo
17-06-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Top Evening News Headlines for Monday, June 16
It's Monday June 16th. We've seen nothing but rain, rain, and more rain. We may continue to see rainfall until Thursday. Here are your top news headlines: Homicide investigation underway after a woman was found dead in a car in Odenton Partial Bay Bridge closure
CBS News
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- CBS News
Expect heavy traffic around Baltimore during Artscape, Memorial Day weekend
It's expected to be a busy weekend in Baltimore as Artscape returns for the Memorial Day weekend. AAA estimates more than 873,000 Marylanders will drive 50 miles or more this weekend. While that is an increase from last year, it is still lower than pre-pandemic levels. Increased police presence during Memorial Day weekend MDTA said Memorial Day marks the start of the peak travel season on the roads. More than 340,000 vehicles will cross the Bay Bridge between Friday, May 23, and Monday, May 26, Memorial Day. Motorists should stay on US 50 on both sides of the bridge to keep local roadways open for first responders and residents. "You're going to see an increased law enforcement presence here and across the state," said Lt. Tim Howell with MDTA Police. Lt. Howell said travelers should drive responsibly and pay attention to lane signals. "If you see a red 'X,' that means the lane is closed," he said. MDTA said expect travel delays in both directions – often simultaneously – at the bridge and along the US 50 corridor throughout the entire holiday travel period when traveling during peak hours. This is a result of traffic volume exceeding lane capacity, not two-way operation timing or management. Artscape downtown for first time In Baltimore, business owners and food vendors are excited for another year of Artscape. "I think a change was like due," said Ekiben Co-Founder Ephrem Abebe. This year, Artscape will be held downtown, shifting from its previous locations throughout Mount Vernon, Station North, and Bolton Hill. The two-day festival features more than 100 artists. Food vendors, The Empanada Lady and Ekiben, are working on their final preparations ahead of the Saturday kick off. "We've been preparing for Artscape for like three months," said Elisa Milan, the owner of The Empanada Lady. "We're prepping a lot of chicken," said Abebe. Milan said she's expanding her operations for the festival, serving customers at her brick and mortar downtown and at the festival just a walk away. "I'm running three operations," she said. "I've never done this before." Milan is taking advantage of the Artscape's new location being downtown. "Because we're so close, we're going to be intentionally trying to drive people down to the restaurant," she said. Due to it being a holiday weekend, Abebe expects a larger crowd at Artscape. "Typically, Artscape Sundays are a little bit slower," Abebe said. "With Monday being Memorial Day, we think it's going to be a pretty great turnout." Traffic impacts Baltimore City DOT said the several streets will be closed to traffic through midnight on Monday. Detours and parking restrictions are in effect: Fayette Street closed from President Street to Guilford Avenue. Gay Street closed from E. Baltimore Street to E. Saratoga Street. Holliday Street closed from E. Baltimore Street to Pleasant Street. Pleasant Street closed from Fallsway to Guilford Avenue. Pleasant Street Ramp closed at SB JFX. Lexington Street closed from Guilford Avenue to N. Frederick Street. Frederick Street closed from E. Fayette Street to E. Lexington Street. Dickey Place closed from Guilford Avenue to Holliday Street. Saratoga Street closed from Holliday Street to N. Gay Street. Saratoga Street between Holliday Street and Guilford Avenue will have a temporary two-way traffic pattern implemented for Breco Condominium residents.
CBS News
22-05-2025
- Sport
- CBS News
The hidden meaning behind the Golden State Valkyries' logo and court design
The first thing fans will see when they walk into Chase Center this summer is the Valkyries brand new playing court. It's a design that was months in the making, and one Kimberly Veale, the team's Senior Vice President of Marketing and Communications, said holds a plethora of hidden meaning. "We wanted something that was unique, ownable and that really stood out for the Valkyries," Veale said. It starts with the court's signature violet border. No other sports team in the world has this shade of purple as their main color and that was intentional. "It was important to come out with a bold, strong color that really amplified the story of the Valkyries," Veale said. Also unique is the court's chevron-patterned flooring. "This chevron, to us, leans into the bold angular features of the brand, and it points into Vs so when you zoom out and look at it from the bowl, you can see kind of that subtle V pattern throughout the entire court," said Veale. In the center of the court is the team's logo, a nod to both the Valkyries mascot and the Bay Area. "Overarchingly, the shape is a V for victory, for Valkyries. Down the middle we've got the Bay Bridge which is the connecting point, the connector between San Francisco where Chase Center's located, where we play our home games and the Sephora Performance Center in Oakland where our team goes to work every day, that's where they practice, where our front office is headquartered," Veale explained. "It also doubles as a sword, which is a common symbol associated with the Valkyries in the mythology." There is also a nod to the Valkyries' entry into the WNBA. "On the sides, you've got five slices which double as the bridge cables and wings. So we know Valkyries can fly, it's one of their superpowers, so building that into the logo was important for us. And then throughout the entire logo, there's 13 lines to represent that we're the 13th team entering the WNBA," Veale said. There are also a few additions solely for this inaugural season, including a crest that the players will run over every time they sub into a game. Veale told KPIX the goal was to create a bold, memorable look that both fans would love to look at and players would love to play on. She feels like they've succeeded in that, and now it's just time to put the shiny new court to some use. "It's really special to have had such a strong team designing it, the intentionality that went into it. But it's going to be really exciting to see this team come to life on this hardwood," Veale said.
