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SF Bay Ferry Announces Route and Schedule Changes

New routes added, others eliminated as ferry service evolves in the Bay Area.

Amtrak's Borealis Success Fuels Rail Expansion Hopes

Proposed St. Paul to Kansas City route would connect to Amtrak's national network.

SLO County Airport Launches New Accessible Navigation App

GoodMaps technology aims to make travel more independent and inclusive for all passengers

United Airlines to Ban Passengers Who Refuse Headphone Use

New policy requires travelers to use headphones when playing audio or video on personal devices.

United Flight Makes Emergency Landing in Los Angeles

Engine issue forces plane to return shortly after takeoff

FAA Enacts New Airspace Restrictions for Helicopters Near LAX

Southern California pilots say the FAA has completely shut down LAX airspace to all helicopter operations, including police, fire, and medical flights.

Amtrak Traveler Shares 5 Mistakes From 53-Hour California Zephyr Trip

A Business Insider reporter spent $2,200 on a private bedroom for the cross-country journey.

United Airlines Flight Makes Emergency Landing Over Possible Engine Fire

No serious injuries reported as passengers evacuated plane at LAX

LAX Automated People Mover Delayed Over 2 Years, May Miss World Cup

The $3.34 billion rail project to connect LAX terminals and parking is now expected to open in late 2026.

Runaway Boat Careens Across Major LA Freeway

The vessel detached from a U-Haul trailer and flew over the center median, narrowly missing a Tesla in the fast lane.

United flight returns to LA after engine issue

Passengers deplaned on taxiway after emergency landing

Flights from LAX to Middle East Canceled Amid Iran Conflict

Several Middle East countries closed their airspace, stranding hundreds of thousands of travelers globally.

Rail Shutdowns to Disrupt San Clemente Pier Trips

Ongoing track work near the pier will cancel most Amtrak and Metrolink trains over a weekend in March.

United Airlines flight returns to LAX after engine fire reports

Plane evacuated with no reported injuries after emergency landing

United Airlines Flight Evacuated at LAX After Engine Fire

Passengers rushed off plane after smoke reported during takeoff

United Flight Makes Emergency Landing And Evacuation At LAX

Plane bound for New Jersey had to turn back shortly after takeoff due to reported engine issue.

United Airlines flight returns to LAX for emergency landing

No injuries reported as plane turned around less than an hour into Newark-bound trip

TriCities Airport Sees Steady Growth In Passenger Numbers

Nearly 1 million travelers passed through the airport in 2025, up 3% from the previous year.

Millbrae Poised for High-Speed Rail Transformation

California's planned high-speed rail line to include major stop in Millbrae with direct SFO access

Opening Date Set For Beverly Hills' 1st Subway Station

New D Line stop will link Beverly Hills to downtown in minutes

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