Today's News Roundup

Bicyclists on Ford GoBikes ride past the Fox Theater in Oakland's Uptown district.

Local News Matters

Party on, Muni has your back: Transit agency providing free rides for New Year’s revelers
Marin Independent Journal

Proposed SMART link from Marin to Solano eligible for federal funding
Mercury News

This view of the Golden Gate Bridge is getting an upgrade — but for many, it’s an unwelcome one
KQED

Thinking of Getting an EV in 2024? Here's What to Know About Changes to the $7,500 Tax Credit
Los Angeles Times vis Press Democrat

Skelton: Time to get real on the bullet train: California is building it, so let's make it work
Cal Matters

California new laws for 2024: Speed cameras and cruising allowed
Bloomberg

When Will Google Fix Maps for Cyclists?
KQED

In Transit: Bay Area Transportation News on Everything That Moves
San Francisco Standard

Bay Bridge Light Show Could Return in 2024 as Organizers Near $11 Million Fundraising Goal
San Francisco Standard

BART Installs New Prototype Fare Gates at West Oakland Station
Local News Matters

BART makes ‘historic updates’ as it unveils new gates in Oakland to impede fare evasion
San Francisco Chronicle

It’s not just the Bay Area — the number of affordable homes is plummeting across California
NBC Bay Area

Bay Area program aims to tackle affordable housing crisis
Mercury News

Mortgage rates drop for the 9th week in a row
Local News Matters

Major developments: Silicon Valley has eyes on key projects and the economy in 2024
Local News Matters

Novato minimum wage to rise 3.3% on Jan. 1 as city stays course on annual adjustments
San Jose Spotlight

Silicon Valley minimum wage bump doesn’t cover costs
Mercury News

California office building sells at 52% less than 2018 price
Petaluma Argus-Courier

ReLeaf Petaluma hits major milestone with 1,000 trees planted
KQED

California Program Helps Increase Access to State Parks
San Francisco Chronicle

California storm: Heavy rain, gusts expected ahead of holiday weekend