Transportation
Work on roundabout at Olmstead, Garden roads to begin Monday in Monterey
Construction at the Monterey Regional Airport entrance is expected to last about 18 weeks.
Monterey Regional Airport sees record 650K passengers served in 2025
MONTEREY – The Monterey Regional Airport is marking its 85th year and celebrating multiple milestones,...
Focus of FORTAG project in Del Rey Oaks includes bridge work, sewer line
Carlton Drive is expected to remain closed between Highway 218 and Work Avenue through March...
US audit finds gaps in the FAA’s oversight of United Airlines maintenance
The FAA says it accepts most recommendations and has steps underway to address them.
Highway 1 reopened at Regents Slide near Big Sur after roadway cleared
The closure of the highway, from two miles north of Lucia, to one mile south...
TAMC awarded $13M in funding for Marina, Salinas, Seaside programs
“These awards demonstrate what we can accomplish when local communities, schools, and regional partners work...
Grieving families press Congress on aviation safety reforms after midair collision near DC
It’s unclear if Congress will act on expert recommendations.
MST reopens Palm Avenue in Marina as SURF! Busway project continues
Monterey-Salinas Transit, the lead agency on the SURF! Busway and Bus Rapid Transit Project has...
Carmel Valley Road, Laureles Grade Roundabout project moves into phase four
The Carmel Valley Road and Laureles Grade Roundabout project moves into the fourth of five...
Monterey County Rail Extension project nearer to Caltrain connection
The Monterey County Rail Extension project will extend passenger rail service from Santa Clara County...
FORTAG work in Del Rey Oaks focuses on Highway 218, Work Memorial Park
Construction this week on the first segment of the FORTAG path will include continued excavations...
SURF Busway project work in Marina impacts Del Monte Blvd. area traffic
The SURF! project is a proposed bus-only corridor in the Monterey Branch Line right-of-way, from...
Del Rey Oaks sees FORTAG night work, continued closure of Carlton Drive
Stage two traffic control setup started on Highway 218 adjacent to the Frog Pond Wetland...
FORTAG through Del Rey Oaks to have night work next week
Caltrans required night work is planned for Jan. 26 and 27, from 9 p.m.-6 a.m.
California hits milestone in electric vehicle sales
Through 2025, more than 2.5 million EVs have been sold statewide, with Santa Clara County...
From death trap to lifeline: Coyote Valley’s plan for wildlife crossings
VTA and conservation groups are taking first steps to add wildlife crossings south of San...
Worried about surveillance, states enact privacy laws and restrict license plate readers
Many left-leaning states and cities are trying to protect their residents’ personal information.
Carmel Valley Road, Laureles Grade roundabout project moves to 3rd phase
The project to replace a one-way, stop-controlled “T” intersection with a roundabout on a heavily-traveled...
Highway 1 traffic in Monterey County flows freely for first time in 3 years
Gov. Gavin Newsom announced that Caltrans would open the portion of Highway 1 closed by...
FORTAG work through Del Rey Oaks shifts focuses
Once the bridge on Canyon Del Rey Boulevard – Highway 218 – is built, it...
Rockslide near Limekiln State Park south of Big Sur cleared
By Wednesday afternoon, crews had cleared rocks and debris, reopening the roadway near Limekiln State...
Joby to train up to 250 pilots annually with new simulators in Marina
The simulators are central to the FAA certification process and are being delivered on time...
FORTAG work through Del Rey Oaks hampered by weather
Transportation Agency for Monterey County spokeswoman Theresa Wright said that due to the ongoing rain,...
Caltrans seeks input on advanced air mobility infrastructure work plan
Advanced air mobility is an emerging transportation mode that focuses on electric or hydrogen-fueled aircraft...
FORTAG work through Del Rey Oaks continues with an eye to bridge work
This week, crews will continue installing trail lighting systems, as well as continue forming, installing...
Caltrain ridership surged 57% in 2025, but funding cliff looms
The agency projects an average annual funding shortfall of $75 million from 2027 through 2035...
Joby supports Advanced Air Mobility National Strategy, key recommendations
In 2022, Congress passed the “Advanced Air Mobility and Coordination Act” to ensure federal agencies...
Oakland Airport now offering ‘visitor passes’ through security
Say hello, or goodbye, at an Oakland airport gate this holiday season.
Imjin Parkway project running traffic at full configuration in Marina
The Imjin Parkway Widening and Roundabout Project is a two-year effort to widen and increase...
TAMC seeks public input on Monterey County Regional Transportation Plan
The Transportation Agency for Monterey County has released the Draft 2026 Monterey County Regional Transportation...
CDFW-permitted FORTAG work in frog pond ended Monday in Del Rey Oaks
CDFW granted the extension request to Dec. 15, a day after the original permit expired...
Regent’s Slide repairs continue to make strides along Big Sur coast
Repairs at Regent's Slide, which closed Highway 1 in Monterey County on Feb. 9, 2024,...
FORTAG work ongoing, frog pond construction ends next week in Del Rey Oaks
With the Fort Ord Regional Trail and Greenway permit extension for work in the frog...
Finding a charge: Energy infrastructure officials want your opinion
Monterey Bay area residents can propose locations for charging stations or like/dislike-react to existing proposals...
FAA launches investigation into US airlines over flight cuts ordered during the shutdown
The FAA warned airlines could face fines of up to $75,000.
Projects hindering access to California Coastal Trail topic of meeting
Some of the local projects that are impacting access to the coastal trail include Monterey-Salinas...
Weather impacts Imjin Parkway project striping, markings work in Marina
In its most recent update, the city said temperatures have been too cold and damp...
California’s popular EV carpool lane decal program ends Monday: $490 tickets for violators
That "Clean Air Vehicle" sticker on electric vehicles has expired, and along with it a...
‘It doesn’t matter what time you leave’: 9.6 million holiday drivers to pack California roads
AAA expects an increase from 2024 of 200,000 travelers on California roads during the traditional...
Morello named new executive director at Monterey Regional Airport
“It is a bit daunting but having the support of so many people and working...
Democratic senator accuses Trump of playing politics with aviation safety during shutdown
More than 6 million travelers were affected by delays and cancellations.
Frog pond to reopen August 2026 as FORTAG moves through Del Rey Oaks
The Transportation Agency for Monterey County, the lead agency on the trail project, and the...
Joby takes first flight of its hybrid demonstrator aircraft in Marina
The demonstrator aircraft builds on Joby's all-electric air taxi platform and integrates a hybrid turbine...
In U.S. first, Waymo robotaxis will take to Bay Area freeways
Google spinoff Waymo claims its driverless cars are safer than humans, but expert says evidence...
Imjin Parkway project nears completion, artwork installation
Final paving and layout for permanent pavement striping and marking are expected to be completed...
Highway 1: One last closure as Rocky Creek project nearly finished
Caltrans said that this milestone marks the peak of extensive work to strengthen the seawall...
US travelers scramble to adjust as airlines cut 1,000 flights because of shutdown
The FAA says its goal is to reduce flights by up to 10% to ease...
Sand City steps up efforts to build multi-use segment of coastal rec trail
Sand City is working toward closing the gap in the Monterey Bay Coastal Recreation Trail...
Joby collaborates with NVIDIA to accelerate next-era autonomous flight
Joby is developing its Superpilot autonomous flight technology.
Flight delays become more common as air traffic controllers go without pay during shutdown
Flight delays are increasing as more controllers call out sick.
Caltrans to close Highway 1 overnight for another project near Big Sur
“The work on Sunday is 2.5 miles south of Rocky Creek and is not associated...
Monterey to Chicago weekly, direct flight on United Airlines announced
The new route that opens up a large portion of the Midwest market will begin...
Even with extension, FORTAG pond work will probably be delayed
“Construction projects, especially one of this size, are always subject to unforeseen circumstances that will...
Federal government to withhold $40M from California for not enforcing trucker English requirements
Duffy says truckers are supposed to be disqualified if they can’t demonstrate English proficiency.
Imjin Parkway project waits for PG&E confirmation for power outage date
The improvements aim to benefit commuters who travel through the corridor.
Hwy. 1 overnight closure at Rocky Creek marks start of demobilization
The closure will occur about 12 miles south of Carmel beginning on Sunday at 10...
Air traffic controllers who duck unpaid work during the shutdown could be fired, Duffy warns
Airports across the country have dealt with delays this week at times because of controllers...
Staffing shortages cause more US flight delays as government shutdown reaches 8th day
The risk of wider impacts to the U.S. aviation system “is growing by the day.”
Transportation Secretary says government shutdown adds stress on air traffic controllers
The Essential Air Service program will run out of money Sunday.
TAMC: FORTAG frog pond permit decision by Oct. 15
“CDFW responded that they are reviewing our request and will let us know their decision...
Joby showcases its aircraft at California International Airshow in Salinas
Fans of the airshow will have the opportunity to step inside the Joby aircraft, experience...
SURF! Busway project underway in Marina
The SURF! Busway project is part of Monterey-Salinas Transit’s larger vision for connecting communities, creating...
Imjin Parkway project in Marina has targeted road closures
The city of Marina, the lead agency on the project, says that on Wednesday or...
Trump’s transportation department pulls trail and bike grants it deems ‘hostile’ to cars
The grants were initially awarded under the infrastructure law signed by former President Joe Biden.
Transportation Department tightens noncitizen truck driver rules after fatal crash in Florida
The new rules will make it extremely hard for immigrants to get commercial drivers' licenses.
Caltrans: Highway 1 at Regent’s Slide to reopen March 2026
Caltrans made the announcement on Monday, stressing that the projected date is an estimate based...
Trump administration wants to hand out $2.4 billion it took from California’s high-speed railroad
California officials have already filed a lawsuit.
Seawall repair at Rocky Creek to close Highway 1 Sunday near Big Sur
BIG SUR – Caltrans will conduct another full-overnight closure of Highway 1 this weekend at...
Monterey Regional Airport gets new $25M grant for replacement terminal
On Wednesday, California U.S. Senators Alex Padilla and Adam Schiff announced that Monterey Regional was...
Joby plans to participate in White House eVTOL Integration Program
Entitled "Unleashing American Drone Dominance," dated June 6, President Trump declared that it is the...
TAMC waiting for CDFW permit extension for FORTAG in Del Rey Oaks
According to the lead agency on the project – Transportation Agency for Monterey County –...
Newsom, lawmakers reach a deal to inject $20 billion into high speed rail
The funds would be enough to complete the initial operating segment from Merced to Bakersfield...
Imjin Parkway project in Marina focuses on fully opening roundabouts
About two weeks ago the Imjin Parkway Widening and Roundabout project opened all of its...
FORTAG could face further delays
TAMC has requested a permit time extension from the California Department of Fish and Wildlife.
Santa Cruz County RTC shoulders $6.6 million in overruns for Phase 2 of Highway 1 project
The project, which stretches along the highway from the Bay Avenue/Porter Street exit to State...